I ended up yesterday going for a ride out of town in search of a (modern day) Buddhist temple but due to some rather conflicting directions from locals, didn't end up finding it! Didn't matter - was nice meandering alongside the river, past bamboo huts, marketplaces, schools. I've spent today in Singapore, also getting away from it all on the small island Pulau Ubin. It's a remarkable contrast to ultra-modern Singapore city: completely undeveloped. As per usual, I got caught out in the afternoon downpour but was given a throw-away raincoat by a local fisherman so didn't suffer too badly. Right now I'm in the city-within-a-city known as Changi Airport transit area - wow, have they re-vamped things since I was here last. Very nice relaxation areas with gardens, lounges and I'm making the most of the free internet access to upload thousands of photos - have a look, there should be loads more of the things there any moment soon! Update: spoke too soon! have only been able to upload a handful.
A mere 12-13 hours of flying and I'll be landing in Rome and seeing my beloved Nadia again!
