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Despite the heat, Singapore is still a great walking city

Even with 35-degree days becoming more common, Singapore’s street-level surprises and world-class active mobility corridors make it a walking haven.

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We may not have towering peaks, but even as the heat bears down and long walks must be timed for cooler hours, there’s still much to uncover and reflect upon.

We may not have towering peaks, but even as the heat bears down and long walks must be timed for cooler hours, there’s still much to uncover and reflect upon.

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If I were still in Hong Kong, this time of year would signal the start of hiking season. Cooler temperatures and lower humidity would make the trails ideal for long, scenic treks.

I would be revisiting familiar routes: Ma On Shan, that imposing saddle-shaped mountain; Tai Mo Shan, the city’s highest peak, which leads you past four stunning waterfalls; or The Twins – a sharp, punishing pair of peaks that once seemed insurmountable, but later became my go-to leisurely exercise path.

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