The unexpected pandemic that changed our lives almost two years ago has pushed people from around the world to adapt to a new “normal”. The lockdown encouraged us to pick up new hobbies like jewellery-making, baking, painting and even exercising. However, no matter the amount of activities we try to occupy ourselves with indoors, facing the same walls every day for too long can negatively affect our mental health. Though social restrictions have eased over the last couple of months, some residents are still wary about being exposed to the COVID-19 virus from visiting crowded areas. Therefore, if you’re contemplating a new environment because you have outgrown your current neighbourhood, here’s a list of the best estates you can consider for a greener life.
District 5 (Buona Vista, West Coast, Clementi New Town)
District 5 is home to the scenic HortPark, a one-stop resource hub filled with gardening-related, recreational, educational, research and retail activities. This nature enclave has 10 themed gardens that serve as a knowledge centre on plants. Some things you can do here include participating in gardening workshops or guided tours, host an outdoor picnic, hone your nature photography skills, dine at one of the restaurants surrounded by lush greenery and more. This district also hosts part of the Southern Ridges Trail that links Kent Ridge Park to Mount Faber where joggers can enjoy a challenging but very picturesque route on their morning or evening runs. Properties in this region include The Orient, Liiv Residences and Parc Riviera.
