'Wait, this isn't Gardens by the Bay?' Shanghai's new plant dome leaves netizens surprised and puzzled
The Shanghai Greenhouse features four main sections including one Clouds Forest, which netizens were quick to point out bore similarities to Gardens by the Bay's own Cloud Forest
Singapore's Gardens by the Bay boasts green and nature-based attractions, including a giant greenhouse filled with various types of plants and flowers, and a towering indoor waterfall.
Well, now there's another attraction outside of Singapore that also fits that description — Shanghai Greenhouse located in the Shanghai Expo Culture Park.
In fact, the features within the Shanghai Greenhouse appear so strikingly similar to that at Gardens by the Bay that a TikTok clip highlighting this likeness has gone viral, with some netizens from Singapore branding the Shanghai attraction a "copycat".
Shanghai's New Plant Dome Sparks Comparisons to Gardens by the Bay
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Shanghai's new Greenhouse, located in the Shanghai Expo Culture Park, has drawn comparisons to Singapore's Gardens by the Bay due to striking similarities in design, particularly the Clouds Forest section. A TikTok video highlighting these resemblances has gone viral, with some Singaporean netizens labeling the Shanghai attraction a 'copycat'. The Shanghai Greenhouse, formerly a steel factory, features four main sections, including a visitor center and three themed areas, one of which is the Clouds Forest.
'Wait, this isn't Gardens by the Bay?' Shanghai's new plant dome leaves netizens surprised and puzzled
Well, now there's another attraction outside of Singapore that also fits that description — Shanghai's Greenhouse located in the Shanghai Expo Culture Park. The video, posted on Thursday by user noteggtan, had various shots comparing the Greenhouse and Gardens by the Bay's Flower Dome and Cloud Forest, like waterfalls cascading down mountain installations, floral walls and aerial walkways.
Asia's BIGGEST Greenhouse Garden Has Opened In Shanghai, How Does It Compare To Singapore's?
The Shanghai Greenhouse Garden has been transformed from a former industrial facility. It spans about 22,000 square meters, with three pavilions combining sightseeing, leisure, and entertainment—you can’t see it all in just three hours!
👉 Pavilion 1: Sand Mirage
🤗 Showcasing unique plants from arid desert regions!
🤩 Highlights include China’s largest Baobab tree, an 800-year-old olive tree, the impressive Ceiba, known as the "Camel of Plants," a 30-ton Bodhi tree, and the world’s tallest species of cactus. They are truly eye-opening! The plant growth simulation in the light and shadow hall is incredibly impressive!
👉 Pavilion 2: Clouds Forest
🤗 Featuring a tropical rainforest environment with the theme “Breathing Leaves,” it offers a fascinating look into the wonders and mysteries of tropical rainforests!
👭 Visitors can walk through the four main scenic areas: Water Forest, Underwater Forest, Hidden Mist Forest, and Staghorn Forest, to observe the incredible rainforest features like buttress roots, prop roots, and aerial roots up close. On the sky bridge, you can overlook the entire garden, feeling as if you’re inside a real tropical forest!
🐠 The 12-meter-long tropical fish tank is particularly stunning—you can enjoy both tropical fish and the diverse shapes of plant roots underwater!
👉 Pavilion 3: Clouds Canyon
🤗 This is the largest of the three pavilions, showcasing a variety of tropical flowers that are bright and vibrant in color!
🌊 With ponds, unique stones, waterfalls, and skywalks, the intertwined spaces are full of artistic flair! There’s even a shallow pond where kids can play!
Tour of GARDENS BY THE BAY Singapore
This is an immersive tour of GARDENS BY THE BAY Singapore.
We explore the stunning landscapes, innovative architecture, and unique attractions that have earned it the title of one of the best attractions in the world. In this virtual tour, we will explore the Cloud Forest, the Flower Dome, and the iconic Supertree Grove.
Gardens by the Bay, located in the heart of Singapore, is a highlight of our Singapore walking tours this 2024. You may browse the video chapters to see the different areas you can visit within Gardens by the Bay Singapore.
