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Saint John's IslandSaint John's Island is located to the south of the main island of Singapore, off the Straits of Singapore. The island is situated approximately 6.5 km south of Singapore, and is previously known as Pulau Sakijang Bendera. Saint John's Island formerly houses a quarantine station for leprosy cases detected among immigrants, a penal settlement and a drug rehabilitation centre. This 39-hectare hilly island has since been transformed into a tranquil getaway with swimming lagoons, beaches, picnic grounds, trekking routes and soccer fields. The island is also a haven for a host of flora and fauna, and is perfect for a weekend visit. Also located on the island is the Tropical Marine Science Institute, Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore's Marine Aquaculture Centre. Holiday-makers yearning for an island stay on Saint John's Island can book the Holiday Bungalow, which can accommodate up to 10 persons and comes furnished with a kitchen. Organised groups can stay over in the dormitories at the Holiday Camps which can take up to 60 persons. The dormitories are equipped with basic cooking facilities. Overnight stays are only allowed for occupants at the Holiday Bungalow and Holiday Camps.
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