Cloud Forest, Singapore (must see)

The Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay stands as one of Singapore's most remarkable attractions. This extraordinary glass dome, resembling a massive greenhouse, is visible from afar and is equally captivating from the inside. This expansive, climate-controlled structure boasts winding pathways and boasts one of the world's tallest indoor waterfalls, cascading from a height of over 30 meters.

Given Singapore's perennially hot climate, a visit to the Cloud Forest offers more than just a respite from the heat. Thanks to modern cooling systems, the dispersal of refreshing mist, and the presence of the majestic waterfall, the interior maintains a cool atmosphere, simulating the humid conditions found in misty tropical mountains ranging from 900 to 2,700 meters above sea level. Notably, the centerpiece of this attraction is the 42-meter "Cloud Mountain." After taking an elevator to its summit, visitors descend along a circular path that passes under the 35-meter waterfall several times.

The "Cloud Mountain" itself is a complex structure enveloped in epiphytic plants like orchids, ferns, peacock ferns, spike- and clubmosses, bromeliads, and anthuriums. The design, conceived by Grant Associates, draws inspiration from the Maiden Hair Fungus and features multiple tiers, each with a unique theme, including The Lost World, The Cavern, The Waterfall View, The Crystal Mountain, The Cloud Forest Gallery, The Cloud Forest Theatre, and The Secret Garden.