You know that feeling when you chance upon a picture of nature and greenery on Tumblr or Facebook, and you think to yourself ‘Singapore confirm don’t have such place one lah!’

It is probably true … to a certain extent. Given Singapore’s undeniably fast pace of life, you probably rarely have the opportunity to rest, let alone discover the gems of nature in Singapore! So, yes, it is partially true but that’s only because you enjoy two kinds of commutes: one to work and one back home. You know you are nodding at this.

Before you dismiss Singapore as an ideal location for nature shots, give us a chance and read our top five Singapore wedding photography locations that definitely fit the bill!

5. Punggol Waterway

Although it is merely four years old, Punggol Waterway Park is steadily becoming couples’ first choice of wedding photography locations. Although it is man-made, it looks nothing like that. The harmony between the thick foliage and the calm waters is the perfect combination of romance and tranquility. This harmony is even more obvious (and lovelier) when the blue sky is reflected on the calm water!

There are four sections within Punggol Waterway: Nature Cove, Recreation Cove, Heritage Zone and Green Gallery. The more popular sections are Nature Cove and Green Gallery, where there is more greenery.

4. Turf City

Two things come to mind when you think of Turf City: horse riding and Pasarbella. There’s a lot of yummy food there, as well – but we’ll leave it there, before we hear our tummies rumble! On top of that, there are many recreational activities that are great for helping people to wind down and getaway from the typical hectic lifestyle in Singapore. But beyond that, there are secret spots that will elevate your pre-wedding photography to a whole new level.

Singapore has such majestic trees and, yes, these trees are real. On top of that, the tall grass and the abandoned fences give Turf City that ‘overseas’ vibe, which is really great! That way, you can trick your wedding guests into thinking that you had your pre-wedding photos taken abroad … Sounds like a grand plan, doesn’t it?

3. Singapore Botanic Gardens

Singapore Botanic Gardens is not only inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is also the first and only tropical botanic garden on the list!

Singapore Botanic Gardens is showered with majestic structures, such as white pavilions, rich flora and fauna with a plethora of colours. The peaceful atmosphere will turn your pre-wedding photo shoot into an enjoyable one! Although Singapore Botanic Gardens is very large, almost every part of it serves as a good backdrop.

This means you are not limited to the popular spots, such as the Healing Garden, Sun Garden and The Swan Lake. This also means you can be away from the crowd (we heard it can get packed on weekends) and not worry about a random tourist in the background of your photographs.

However, it is advisable to do a recce first to discover Singapore Botanic Gardens’ hidden spots before your pre-wedding photo shoot. That way, you can plan your session better. Also, you can ask your photographer for advice; he/she should be experienced enough to know all the hidden gems!


2. Fort Canning Park

Being a witness to several historical milestones (did you know that there were palaces in the 14^th century for Malay Kings?), Fort Canning Park has grown into an iconic pre-wedding photography location with its lush greenery, eroded relics from the Japanese Occupation during World War II, and the artefacts that look weathered yet undeniably vintage.

As Fort Canning Park is heavily sheltered by tall and overarching trees, it lends shade (thankfully!) to couples from the blazing heat. Furthermore, the wide trees with their sprawling branches and leaves stop the full force of the sunlight from penetrating through, creating that natural lighting that will look amazing in all your wedding photos!

With regards to location, it is just right behind the National Museum, which is pretty accessible. Furthermore, being located in the heart of Singapore only means that it is easier to plan your itinerary, as most of Singapore’s popular pre-wedding photography locations are situated centrally.

1. Hort Park

Finally, we are down to the most popular location that looks nothing like Singapore. Located in the Southern Ridges, Hort Park is filled with many gorgeous shades of green and orange that look nothing but beautiful, especially under the sunlight.

On top of that, the dense foliage helps create depth in your wedding photos and gives that romantic touch. The plain fields and the trees in Hort Park make it look like it doesn’t belong to busy and urbanised Singapore! Hooray for being away from the hustle and bustle!

Not only it is beautiful but you also get to enjoy a private and personal time there since Hort Park is well known for its serenity and comforting quietness. This means only one thing: there will be no prying eyes and you will be comfortable to do whatever you want to do! Strike the funniest poses without feeling judged!

Of course, having an enjoyable pre-wedding photo shoot isn’t all about choosing the right location. There are many things to consider, such as having a good posture and even having a packing list! Also, the best kind of pre-wedding photoshoot is the kind that is smooth and lacking in mistakes!

Look out for part 2 of our top Singapore pre-wedding photography locations!

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_{This post was first published on La Belle Couture blog and has been reposted on Executive Lifestyle with the permission of the author. Images from La Belle Couture
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