My first love in Singapore is nowhere else than the McRitchie Reservoir. It is a sanctuary for nature lovers like me, it's tranquility re-charges the spirit.
When i first came here in Singapore, I rented a unit (together with other office colleagues)at Thomson 800,a few walking distance from Mc Ritchie Reservoir (Upper Thomson Road). I normally start my Saturday walking the forest path (and jogging in between). I like the company of fellow joggers like me and I if you're lucky, you are joined by monkeys too (don't feed them otherwise a big colony of monkeys will surround you). I walk on my way back using the boardwalk which is always a highlight for me because of the misty leaves that cool the air and serene reflections of the lake. By this time, I must have burnt 10k worth of calories (back and forth) which leads me to my next favorite. Just after the main entrance, there is a communal place at the top which is a semi-cafeteria. From my memory of 5 years ago, they have one of the best nasi lemak to energize my weekend. The best part is, while eating you are facing the best view of McRitchie...haay, what a beautiful sight :-)
