Culture of Bintan Island. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
Definitely visit Pulau Penyengat. The village, that takes all the space of a small island to the East of Bintan, was previously the real capital of the mighty Malaysian Empire. There was the residence of Riau Sultan, a lot of castles and temples, built in the early 19th century. The village was living in luxury. Unfortunately, it wasn’t meant to last long. The Sultan found out that the Hollanders want to conquer the city and he ordered to destroy every building in Pulau Penyengat. The order has been executed.
Upscale hotels provide services for tourists on the island, so it won’t be difficult to choose the right place for rest. One of the most famous and popular hotel is Bintan Lagoon … Open
In most shops on the island, they accept Singapore dollars as well as Indonesian rupees. To pay for things at a good currency, always have some Indonesian money with you – they won’t … Open
If you are visiting the local temples, don’t forget to buy or rent a sarong in a shop nearby. This is a traditional Indonesian cloth. You won’t be allowed inside without it. It is forbidden to enter with any kind of bleeding – this is a tradition. You should also remember that it is common is some temples to take your shoes off before entering, and no visitor should be taller than the priest, who holds the religious ceremony. Besides visiting multiple temples, you can learn about the local culture by visiting one of the remote villages. There you can observe the life of the Islanders, which hasn’t change much since the first settlers appeared in Bintan.
This guide to cultural sights Bintan Island is protected by the copyright law. You can re-publish this content with mandatory attribution: direct and active hyperlink to www.orangesmile.com.
Reference information
Public palaces near Bintan Island
♥ Palace 'Istana Singapore' , 77.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Palace 'Istana Singapore' , 77.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Unique spots in Bintan Island and near
Fountain of Wealth
From the series “The Most Spectacular Fountains in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Bintan Island center - 75.5 km.
The trading center itself was built according to the Feng Shui rules, which caused the unusual form of the fountain. According to the canons of Feng Shui, the inward water movement symbolizes the enrichment process. The Chinese consider water to be one of the main symbols of prosperity and prosperity. Every evening the grandiose light-and-music shows take place in the commercial center. During an hour you can hear the beautiful music and the rays of the fountain are lit with the laser beams. After the opening, the fountain of wealth was listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest fountain in the world. …
Read further
Marina Sky Park
From the series “Breathtaking High-Altitude Observation Points with Panoramic Views on Cities”
Check on the map: Distance from Bintan Island center - 75.7 km.
The pool comes right up to the edge of the site, and literally blends with the horizon. At a first glance, it seems like the huge swimming pool is dropped into the abyss. The design is so skilfull, that not all vacationers dare to swim to the edge. The observation deck offers spectacular views of the bay, as well as the gardens located by the coast. Many iconic Singapore attractions, including a Singapore Flyer and Supertrees can be seen out of there. As a rule, most tourists visit the observation deck in the evening, that’s why it won’t be easy to make high-quality photos of the cityscape at sunset. …
Read further
Esplanade Theatre
From the series “Top 16 Most Amazing Buildings of the Planet”
Check on the map: Distance from Bintan Island center - 75.7 km.
In the huge building, besides the theater, the excellent concert hall was arranged for 2,000 spectators. There is also the large commercial complex and several popular restaurants in the original building. The building was built in 2002 and today is one of the most striking architectural sights in Singapore. The unique cultural center is absolutely worth seeing for all tourists. This is where the various cultural events take place every day. In good weather the theatrical performances are performed in the open air. …
Read further
Saudi Arabia to Open 38 Hotels in Diriyah
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022. Read this
25.04.2024
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022. Read this
25.04.2024
Photogallery of cultural heritage of Bintan Island
Landmarks of culture on Bintan Island map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Bintan Island. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Bintan Island: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Bintan Island. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!