Introduction 
The Botanic Gardens, comprising an 
area of some 80 acres of land, was 
first established in the year 1859 . 
Situated at the junction of Cluny 
Road and Holland Road, its vast 
grounds have become the focal point 
for recreational pleasure for Singa- 
poreans residing near and far. It is 
also rated as one of the top tourist 
attractions for overseas visitors in 
Singapore. 
Besides being ’a recreational ground, 
the Gardens also provides ample faci- 
lities and materials for botanical and 
horticultural research. 
It maintains a Herbarium and an 
Orchid Research unit — facilities 
which are much appreciated by pro- 
fessional research workers and orchid 
enthusiasts. 
