Pesona Anggerik: Truly Asia Orchids – Commemorating 60 years of Singapore Malaysia ties

600 ORCHIDS AMIDST SHOWCASE OF CULTURE IN GARDENS BY THE BAY DISPLAY COMMEMORATING 60 YEARS OF SINGAPORE MALAYSIA TIES

Pesona Anggerik: Truly Asia Orchids showcases blooms nestled amidst architecture like jendela (traditional window) and cultural artefacts like the serahang, which celebrate a rich Malaysian heritage

Pesona Anggerik Truly Asia Orchids GBB Flower Dome

From lady’s slipper orchids and jewel orchids to traditional Malay architecture, intricate crafts, and the ethnic clothing of indigenous peoples, Pesona Anggerik: Truly Asia Orchids (兰之韵：马来风情) celebrates the beauty, culture, and biodiversity of Singapore’s closest neighbour, Malaysia. Presented in collaboration with the High Commission of Malaysia in Singapore, the showcase also marks 60 years of diplomatic ties between the two countries in this milestone SG60 year.

Pesona Anggerik Truly Asia Orchids GBB

The orchid display was launched today at the Mediterranean Garden in Flower Dome by High Commissioner of Malaysia to Singapore, His Excellency Dato’ Dr. Azfar Bin Mohamad Mustafar, Gardens by the Bay Board Director and NCS Deputy CEO Mr Sam Liew, and Gardens by the Bay CEO Mr Felix Loh. The display runs until September 7.

Pesona Anggerik Truly Asia Orchids Flower Dome

From lowland rainforests to misty cloud forests, Malaysia’s diverse landscapes provide ideal conditions for orchids to thrive. The display features more than 600 orchids spanning over 15 genera, including native species and hybrids. Highlights include the lady’s slipper orchid Paphiopedilum Maudiae (left photo), known for its slipper-shaped pouch, mottled foliage, and vibrant green or burgundy blooms. Visitors can also admire jewel orchids such as Ludisia discolor and Macodes petola, prized for their velvety, iridescent leaves traced with delicate, lightning-like veins.

Authentic crafts and artefacts sourced from Malaysia add rich cultural depth to the display. These include a moon kite from Kelantan, courtesy of the Tourism Malaysia Office in Singapore; textiles from Pahang; woven baskets and tribal headwear from Sabah; the traditional attire of the Orang Ulu of Sarawak and serahang (left photo), also from Sarawak.

The serahang is a ceremonial structure central to the Melanau people’s Kaul Festival in Sarawak. Made from a woven sago leaf basket mounted atop a bamboo pole, it traditionally holds food offerings like sago pearls, biscuits, and betel nut. Today, it also serves as a decorative welcome at ceremonies.

The display also features traditional Malay architecture. The serambi – the welcoming verandah of Malay houses – and jendela, carved wooden windows that allow in light and breeze while preserving privacy, are recreated.

📅 15 Aug to 7 Sep 2025
🕙 9am – 9pm
📍 Mediterranean Garden in Flower Dome (Admission charge applies)

You can also get tickets via Klook, Fever and Pelago.

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Multi-Ethnic Dances of Malaysia

Immerse yourself in the captivating rhythms of Malaysia where each dance movement tells a story, reflecting its rich and diverse cultural heritage.

Multi-Ethnic Dances of Malaysia Flower Dome

Among the most well-known traditional dances in Malaysia are Zapin, Joget, Inang, Asli, Fan Dance, Ribbon Dance, Kolattham, Peacock Dance, Sumazau, Ngajat, and many others. These multi-ethnic dances symbolise the unity in diversity of Malaysians — a society that thrives on tolerance, mutual respect, and the sharing of cultural values among races.

Join us at this special showcase in Flower Dome that brings together the best of Malaysian dance: