02 August 2011

Fireworks in Singapore!

National Day is near.. During those preview in July, many would be able to view a shorter view of the fireworks display. I managed to glimpse part of the spectacular firework on the last NDP preview when I was at Plaza Singapura.
http://www.etour-singapore.com/fireworks-in-singapore.html

Too bad, I didn't bring my camera along.
From young, I have this soft spot for fireworks. And especially those that are at Disneyland. Somehow makes the whole place looks every more magical.

Anyway, there is a list of where to view fireworks which i googled it.


SINGAPORE NATIONAL DAY PARADE & REHEARSALS
Singapore National Day Rehearsals (NE Shows, Saturdays):
  • NE Show 1 - 9 July 2011
  • NE Show 2 - 16 July 2011
  • NE Show 3 - 23 July 2011
(NE Shows are 'full dress rehearsals' of the National Day Parade. They are watched by primary school students.)
30 July 2011 - Preview Parade for Singapore National Day 2011
9 Aug 2011 - Singapore National Day 2011
Where:
NDP Fireworks will be launched from around the National Day Parade venue (The Float @ Marina Bay). Watch this space for updates nearer National Day 2011.
What Time: At the end of the Show Segment of NDP (likely from 7.30pm).



Where to See Fireworks in Singapore
(For Launches at Marina Bay Waters)




s icon The Esplanade Theatre Waterfront Promenade
  • A very convenient spot overall.
  • You need to find a good spot if you don't want to see the construction sites in your fireworks photos

s icon The Esplanade Bridge
  • A good place if you want the Merlion included in your fireworks photos.
  • However, you still need to a wide-angle lens because the fireworks are pretty near.
  • This spot is incredibly crowded during the New Year's Eve Countdown fireworks.

s icon Merlion Park
  • Go to the Merlion Park if you want to hear the loud booms and to feel the fireworks 'falling on you'.
  • A difficult place to get everything into your camera unless you use a fish eye lens or a wide-angle lens.
  • Suitable to take children to, but crowded. You'll need to get there early and occupy the kids meaningfully.

s icon Clifford Pier

  • A small area available to the public. Better if you book a seat at One on the Bund restaurant (see below).

s icon The Promontory @ Marina Boulevard


    • This spot was a fireworks photographer's favourite before the re-construction took place. You get sweeping views across the water towards the Marina Bay hotels.
    • Now refurbished, it's a lovely green space.
    • Likely the venue of some carnival or fair during fireworks night and therefore a good spot to take kids to.
    • Some photos of fireworks as seen from Marina Boulevard.

s iconMarina Bay Sands Waterfront Boardwalk

    • This newly completed timber boardwalk is situated just in front of Marina Bay Sands. It takes you all the way to the water's edge.

s icon Helix Bridge

    • The spiralling steelwork may hinder your view of the fireworks. But it also creates an interesting perspective.
    • There are also uninterrupted platform areas that protrude over the waters, which offers an interesting vantage view over the skyline.

s icon Marina Barrage

    • Farther away than all the other viewing spots, but offer a 'sense' of seclusion.
    • Take the MRT to Marina South Station. Then SBS Bus No. 400 or the Marina Barrage Shuttle Bus to the Barrage.

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