All set to explore brick version of island republic
Visitors are looking forward to the Singapore-themed Miniland in Legoland Malaysia, which is located in Iskandar Puteri, Johor.
They anticipate that people will be flocking to the new attraction, which opens to the public tomorrow.
Medical officer Dr KB Tharani, 39, who was visiting the park with her family for the first time, was impressed with all the miniatures on display.
'My daughter was thrilled as we have similar Lego sets at home.
'Miniland is such a good way to introduce cultural landmarks to tourists.
'If the Merlion actually shoots water, it will be perfect,' she told StarMetro.
Fellow doctor Dr Norizyani Ahmad Fo'ad, 40, a regular visitor with an annual pass, said her family was especially eager to see how Singapore would be brought to life.
Dr Tharani and husband S. Veluppillay enjoying their first visit to Legoland Malaysia.
'I cannot wait to see Gardens by the Bay in miniature form.
'Hopefully, there will be more colours too as it will brighten up the whole experience,' she said.
Yeung Kam Tai, 37, an ambulance driver from Hong Kong, said it was an interesting experience walking through Miniland.
'It is like stepping into a miniature country.
'It is amazing how they have recreated different parts of the world in such detail.
'This is also a great place to stir creativity in children. They get to learn about famous landmarks while having fun,' said Yeung.
Even adults, like train enthusiast Brock McCashney, 36, from Australia, could not hide their excitement over the exhibits.
'As a train driver, my eyes are locked on the moving buses. I cannot believe how realistic it all looks,' he said.
'We will definitely come back to see how they bring Singapore to life, especially with the automation that makes the city feel alive,' he added.
Miniland's Singapore expansion will showcase 16 miniature versions of the country's most iconic sights, complete with lights, sounds and movement.
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