The National Library

Another shot at the interesting architecture of the National Library of Singapore. The "wings" structures (left) are engineered to block direct sun and yet let light and breeze pass through. A method to keep the building cool in quasi equatorial climate. 

The Fort Gate

The Fort Gate, from an unusual angle. Fort Canning Park, Singapore.

Container port of Singapore

View of the Singapore container port from the Skywalk of the Pinnacle@Duxton.

Armenian Church of Singapore

The Armenian Apostolic Church of St. Gregory the Illuminator is the first Christian church built in Singapore in 1835. 

The vaulted ceiling and cupola are based on traditional Armenian Church architecture.

Within the quiet tropical garden surrounding the church lie tomb markings of Armenians who died in Singapore.  The tombstones were transported here in the early 1970’s from the Bukit Timah Cemetery.

Chinese Garden - Singapore

The two little pagodas and the setting fun fighting to pierce through heavy clouds.  We could hear the thunder and observe flashes of lightning. Altough the rain did not show.

The interior staircase of the tall pagoda.

Singapore National Library

Reflections at the Singapore National Library.

Raffles City

A strong sun projects sharp shadows on the shopping centre walls.