After yesterday's
family road run at Sentosa, we decided to keep the momentum going by taking a hike at one of the trails in Thomson Nature Park early this morning.
From the car park, we began our hike on the Rambutan Trail. This short, standalone trek circles around the site of a rambutan plantation that was cultivated in the 1930s. Rambutan Trail is a captivating trail within Thomson Nature Park in Singapore, offering a glimpse into the park's historical significance.
This area was previously occupied by a Hainan village. This trail winds through the remnants of an old rambutan plantation, once a thriving part of the local community.
This is one of the better trails that we have walked so far. Throughout the trails, we were shielded from the heat by the trees on both sides of the track. Best part is it's not crowded.
The Rambutan Garden was owned by a man called Han Wai Toon, who came to Singapore in 1915 from Hainan, China. The remains of the steps to the garden entrance can still be seen at one point.
Mr Han Wai Toon's farmhouse consisted of a master bedroom, studio and gallery museum. The stairs leading up to the master bedroom still remains.
We completed the Rambutan Trail at the main entrance of Thomson Nature Park.
Above are the current public toilets and below were the remnants of the old ones.
There is a lookout deck nearby for visitors to discover the many flora and fauna in this park.
Walking further down the pavement, we arrived at the shelter.
Beyond its historical significance, the Rambutan Trail is also a haven for nature enthusiasts. Keep an eye out for a variety of bird species, butterflies, and other wildlife that call this park home.
