Sightseeing in Bintan Island - what to see. Complete travel guide
For many years, the beautiful island of Bintan has being attracting tourists with its amazing scenery, interesting sights and extensive beaches. This is one of the few places in the world that has managed to preserve pristine natural beauty. A variety of historical and cultural monuments complement natural splendor. Many tourists are attracted to the Indonesian island by picturesque beaches. The length of coastline is more than a hundred kilometers.
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
Family holidays with kids in Bintan Island. How to entertain your child, things to show to children.
Palau Bintan or just Bintan is one of the best places for a holiday with children. A long flight and a necessary acclimatization are compensated by a comfortable water and air temperature … Open
It’s certainly worth visiting Pulau Penyengat , the former thriving center of Malay Empire. The history of the town is very interesting; in the late 19th century, it had no equal in beauty and diversity of architectural structures. The sultan has heard about the intention of the Dutch invaders to seize priceless cultural trophies, so he ordered to destruct all the local temples and palaces. Thus a significant part of the rich historical and artistic heritage was lost.
There are a lot of good restaurants with Indonesian cuisine in Bintan. If you are not a fan of Asian cuisine, you can find places with a European menu. It should be mentioned that unlike … Open
Fans of shopping will like Bintan Island as there are many colorful markets and shops with affordable prices. Pasar Ole Ole is, without a doubt, the largest and the most interesting market that tourists will find very exciting to attend. Here vacationers will find hundreds of souvenir types, local crafts, and popular national products. Luxurious locally produced batik remains one of the most popular souvenirs among foreign guests. Vacationers will find fabrics with thousands of different prints and color combinations.
When you are traveling around the island, you should remember about some peculiarities of the local people. For example, during the conversation, they touch another person several times. … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Bintan Island and surroundings
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National and city parks around Bintan Island
♥ Nature Recreation Park 'Muka Kuning' , 54.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Endau Rompin (Johor)' , 200.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Nature Recreation Park 'Muka Kuning' , 54.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Endau Rompin (Johor)' , 200.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sights around Bintan Island from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Jurong Bird Park
From the series “Top 16 Most Unusual and Original Parks and Gardens”
Check on the map: Distance from Bintan Island center - 92.8 km.
Jurong Bird Park area is more than 20 hectares. All in all, its territory is inhabited by about 5 000 birds belonging to 380 different species. The opening of the park took place in January 1971. About $ 3.5 million were spent on the creation. Guests can stroll around the territory or ride the cozy air-conditioned tram, whose route goes around the park. Here, visitors have an opportunity to observe the birds in real time, i.e. watch them swimming, building their nests, and raising offspring. The only thing you can not do in the park is to feed the birds. …
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Toilet in Singapore Zoo
From the series “Public Toilets, Who Makes it Extravagant”
Check on the map: Distance from Bintan Island center - 86.2 km.
Each poster is accompanied by the corresponding information note. All the animals on earth make 'it' in a peculiar way. In the toilet are more than ten cabins available to the visitors. Each cabin is uniquely decorated. It must be noted that the toilet on the zoo territorium is so to say usually environmentally friendly in the world. For this important feature, she has been awarded several prizes several times and is considered to be one of Singapore's most remarkable and unusual attractions. …
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Henderson Waves
From the series “The Most Unusual and Strange Bridges on Earth”
Check on the map: Distance from Bintan Island center - 79.7 km.
The bridge was opened in 2008 and was a joint project of the London architectural firm IJP and the Singapore office RSP Architects Planners, as well as the engineers from Ingenieros PTE Ltd company. The bridge connects two wonderfully beautiful parks and, thanks to its original design, is an excellent example of the surrounding landscape. It must be noted that 'Wave Herderson' is the highest bridge in Singapore. The height of their reinforced concrete supports is 36 meters. The visitors of the bridge should take into account that the entrance with motor scooters, bicycles and even scooters on the bridge is forbidden. …
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Thailand Relaxes Its COVID-19 Policy
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide. Read this
27.04.2024
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide. Read this
27.04.2024
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