{"id":8010,"date":"2016-12-15T04:06:04","date_gmt":"2016-12-14T20:06:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/blog\/singapore\/?p=8010"},"modified":"2022-07-01T04:05:26","modified_gmt":"2022-06-30T20:05:26","slug":"punggol-jewel-east","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/punggol-jewel-east\/","title":{"rendered":"Neighbourhood guides: Why Punggol is known as the Jewel of the East"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div><figure id=\"attachment_8011\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8011\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8011\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/punggol.jpg\" alt=\"They call Punggol the Jewel of the East, and there are many reasons why\" width=\"800\" height=\"487\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/punggol.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/punggol-940x572.jpg 940w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8011\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">They call Punggol the Jewel of the East, and there are many reasons why<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Punggol might be known as the neighbourhood where Build to Order flat prices are cheaper, because it\u2019s classified a non-mature estate. But don\u2019t be quick to judge it for being ulu too soon. The URA\u2019s vision for Punggol is for it to \u00a0become an eco-green estate and a Waterfront Town of the 21st Century with plenty of great developments already built, with more on the way. In the meantime, here are just a few of the awesome places to check out when you\u2019re out and about Punggol! <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put on your best plaid shirt and boots and ride a horse at Punggol Ranch<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Rent a bike and explore Coney Island with your #squad<\/li>\n<li>Practice your sniping skills with a game of Laser Tag<\/li>\n<li>Try the psychedelic paddlepop cheesecake and rainbow cheesecake at this cafe<\/li>\n<li>Admire the view and tuck into some legit brunch food at this riverside cafe<\/li>\n<li>Try the famous Sembawang White Beehoon which has fans raving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Put on your best plaid shirt and boots and ride a horse at Punggol Ranch<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8012\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/punggol-ranch.jpg\" alt=\"Punggol Ranch\" width=\"800\" height=\"546\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/backstage.tnp.sg\/sites\/backstage\/files\/styles\/photoblog_content\/public\/30687909---09_02_2014---jyr.jpg?itok=Gk8hOJbm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you one of those people who\u2019s always complaining that there\u2019s nothing to do in Singapore? Well, here\u2019s an interesting activity to add to your list &#8211; horse-riding! <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gallopstable.com\/punggol-ranch\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Punggol Ranch<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which bills itself as Singapore\u2019s \u2018very own cowboy town\u2019, boasts 4 stable buildings housing over 60 horses and ponies. Take your pick from beginner to advanced lessons, mounted guided trail rides, and even pony and horse feeding sessions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Rent a bike and explore Coney Island with your #squad<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8013\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/coney-island.jpg\" alt=\"coney-island\" width=\"800\" height=\"571\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/coney-island.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/coney-island-940x671.jpg 940w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/farm6.staticflickr.com\/5799\/23374492266_ac2cf84ab4_b.jpg\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nope, not the one in New York &#8211; we\u2019re talking about the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nparks.gov.sg\/gardens-parks-and-nature\/parks-and-nature-reserves\/coney-island-park\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coney Island<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> located along Punggol Promenade Nature Walk! This ecologically sustainable park contains one of the most scenic cycling routes in Singapore &#8211; so bring along your bike, and make a day out of it as you explore the area with your squad. Keep an eye out for all the exotic bird species, the Haw Par Villa and the extremely picturesque lalang fields! <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Practice your sniping skills with a game of Laser Tag<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8014\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/laser-tag.jpg\" alt=\"laser-tag\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/laser-tag.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/laser-tag-940x705.jpg 940w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com.sg\/search?q=laser+tag+punggol&amp;safe=active&amp;espv=2&amp;biw=1280&amp;bih=542&amp;source=lnms&amp;tbm=isch&amp;sa=X&amp;ved=0ahUKEwjftN-4kt_QAhUDS48KHcTuCN0Q_AUIBygC#imgrc=0KC2qh87pTDdAM%3A\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you ready to do battle? Grab your closest group of friends and family and try this super fun combat simulation game. You\u2019ll be shooting members on the opposing team, navigating obstacles, and also working your way towards achieving your team mission whilst engaging in a little healthy competition. Like they say &#8211; all&#8217;s fair in love and war! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wow Experience organizes laser tag games (they term it \u2018mobile skirmish\u2019) at Punggol Ranch and other locations. <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/wowexperience.sg\/combat-skirmish-mobile\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact them<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for more information!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Try the psychedelic paddlepop cheesecake and rainbow cheesecake at this cafe<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8015\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/cravings-punggol.jpg\" alt=\"cravings-punggol\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.burpple.com\/cravings-6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cravings.com.sg\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cravings Cafe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; aptly named! &#8211; opens till 1am everyday, so you know where to go if you\u2019re hit with a sudden urge for dessert. While their \u00a0specialties include the psychedelic Rainbow cheesecake and Paddlepop cheesecake, they also offer a Dessert Platter which comes with a trio of bite-sized cakes and brownies you can sample for just $9.90. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Admire the view and tuck into some legit brunch food at this riverside cafe<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8016\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/whisk-and-paddle.jpg\" alt=\"whisk-and-paddle\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/s3.burpple.com\/foods\/3993c8d8bb674d0647a1385248_original.?1458911626\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fancy some riverside dining? Check out <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/whiskandpaddle.com.sg\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whisk &amp; Paddle<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which offers a sweeping, unobstructed view of the Punggol reservoir, the perfect ambience for their all-day brunch menu. Try the Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon on Waffles &#8211; we hear it\u2019s amazing. For something a tad heartier, the Mac &amp; Cheese is a crowd favourite that won\u2019t disappoint! <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Try the famous Sembawang White Bee hoon which has fans raving<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8017\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/white-beehoon.jpg\" alt=\"white-beehoon\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/white-beehoon.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/white-beehoon-940x940.jpg 940w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/s3.burpple.com\/foods\/cb1a62e59b9f2d21433530_original.?1469491735\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fans of the legendary <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/whiterestaurant.com.sg\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sembawang White Bee Hoon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can rejoice &#8211; they now have a new outlet, located at Punggol Settlement! If you haven\u2019t tried it before, the appeal of the white bee hoon lies in its flavourful stock, as well as the delicious lime chilli sauce that is served as an accompanying condiment. The eatery also offers various zichar dishes &#8211; in particular, the salted egg yolk prawns come highly recommended!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Want to stay around Punggol?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think that Punggol might be a pretty awesome place to stay, despite its non-mature estate status? Check out this table of average resale flat prices in the past to get an idea of what you\u2019ll be expecting to pay!<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 204px;\" width=\"560\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>4-room<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>5-room<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2016<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$440,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$450,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2015<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$420,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$451,500<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2014<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$447,750<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$489,825<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><\/i><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hdb.gov.sg\/cs\/infoweb\/residential\/buying-a-flat\/resale\/resale-statistics\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to get a condo instead? Here are some great options in Punggol:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/condos-apartments\/prive\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prive<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; $957 average psf.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/condos-apartments\/a-treasure-trove\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Treasure Trove<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; $1,096 average psf.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/condos-apartments\/waterbay\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waterbay<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; $1,133 average psf.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/condos-apartments\/parc-centros\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parc Centros<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; $1,149 average psf.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/condos-apartments\/watertown\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watertown<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; $1,390 average psf.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Don\u2019t be quick to judge Punggol for being ulu. 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