Singapore - the Lion city

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The Republic of Singapore is a sovereign island nation located just off the southern tip of Peninsular Malaysia in Southeast Asia.

Singapore is an anomaly, and they're quite proud of it. The country is currently the only city-island-nation in the world. Although Hong Kong is also considered a city-island, it is still considered a Special Administrative Region that is part of China.

Actually, Singapore's territory consists of one primary island and at least 62 smaller islets. Discerning the difference gets a little fuzzy. Dry land suitable for development is precious in the island nation. An ongoing land-reclamation effort creates desperately needed real estate each year. Many new artificial islands get created, probably really exciting the geologists in charge of keeping count.

Singapore is a highly developed nation in Southeast Asia with one of the world's strongest economies. Along with Hong Kong, Singapore ranks at the top of the Wall Street Journal's Index of Economic Freedom which scores free economies. An estimated one of every six households in Singapore has at least a million dollars in disposable wealth, excluding property! Real estate in Singapore is considered the most expensive in the world.

Despite its size, Singapore boasts one of the highest per-capita GDPs in the world. The nation receives high-ranking marks for education, technology, health care, and quality of life. But along with a wealth of prosperity, a noticeable wealth divide exists. Singapore doesn't have a minimum wage.

Taxes are relatively high and crime is low. Transparency International ranks Singapore as one of the least corrupt countries in the world. Other countries in the region rank much lower.

Singapore ranks third in the world for life expectancy. The United States comes in at 31st (per the World Health Organization).

Although Singapore's epic population density and reputation for cleanliness conjure images of some futuristic metropolis made only of concrete and steel, think again. The National Parks Board is achieving their lofty goal of turning Singapore into a "city in a garden"—tropical greenery abounds!

But Singapore isn't a dreamy utopia for everyone. Some laws are considered draconian by human rights organizations. The government is frequently called out for censorship and limiting freedom of speech. Technically, homosexuality is illegal in Singapore. With a mandatory death sentence, the drug laws are considered the toughest in the world.

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Marina Bay
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The aspect of Singapore which qualifies it to be on the list of ultramodern cities in the world, Marina Bay is replete with architectural masterpieces. With the finest options for dining in the region and an ultra-luxury hotel to an upscale shopping complex with various international brands to offer, Marina Bay holds a lot in its realm to delight you with.

Sentosa Island
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A fun island resort and one of the most famous Singapore attractions, Sentosa Island is solely built to offer recreation and excitement to the smile-starved souls. Few of the frequented and availed attractions include the impressive Resorts World, Tiger Sky Tower, Singapore Butterfly an Insect Kingdom, Universal Studios Singapore and one of the biggest concoctions of aquatic species in the world- SEA Aquarium.

Sentosa Merlion Tower
Singapore

The most iconic of all the tourist places in Singapore, Sentosa Merlion Tower is a 121 feet tall statue of Merlion erected on Sentosa Island. This one is the tallest Merlion statue in the country, and also the only one you can climb onto. Bearing the head of a lion and the body of a fish, the Merlion is the official mascot or cultural symbol of Singapore.

Chinatown
Chinatown, Сингапур

A visit to Singapore is mere incomplete if you haven’t been to Chinatown. One of the finest and must-visit places to visit in Singapore, Chinatown was initially an area of residence for several Chinese immigrants who arrived in the British Colony in those days. Chinatown is rife with Asian and Chinese cultures, coupled with sumptuous culinary delights, art and tourist destinations. 

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Location

Singapore is located in Southeast Asia around 85 miles (137 kilometers) north of the equator, south of Peninsular Malaysia, and east of West Sumatra (Indonesia)—just across the Strait of Malacca. The big island of Borneo lies to the east of Singapore.

Transportation

Singapore can also be reached overland by bus from Malaysia. Two man-made causeways connect Singapore to the Malaysian state of Johor. Numerous companies offer comfortable buses to and from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Languages Spoken

Singapore has four official languages listed in its constitution: Malay, Mandarin, Tamil, and English.

Currency

The Singapore Dollar is the currency of Singapore. The currency code for Dollars is SGD, and the currency symbol is $. 

Visas

Most nationalities receive a free 90-day stay in Singapore upon entry and do not require a tourist visa. A few nationalities are only granted a 30-day visa exemption.

Electricity

In Singapore the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You can use your electric appliances in Singapore, if the standard voltage in your country is in between 220 - 240 V (as is in the UK, Europe, Australia and most of Asia and Africa). In Singapore the power plugs and sockets are of type G: this type is of British origin.

Vaccinations

Some vaccines are recommended or required for Singapore. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Singapore: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

Emergency Calls

Call 999 only in an emergency.

Police: 999

Fire & Ambulance: 995

Non-Emergency Ambulance: 1777

Police Hotline: 1800 255 0000 (non-emergencies) +65 6255 0000

Traffic Police: 6547 0000

When to visit
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The best month to visit Singapore is February or March.

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Universal Studios Singapore

Singapore boasts of featuring one of the most fun-filled adventure parks in the world. With adrenaline rushing rides and different world-famous themes, the universal studios Singapore has excelled in attracting tourists from all over the world. This park has 24 major rides along with 7 themed zones. From adult to children, shows and entertainments are provided to all.

Gardens by the Bay

Gardens by the Bay, offer spellbinding views of the waterfront. This Singapore tourist place is an award-winning horticulture spot that sprawls across 101 hectares of land and is basically comprised of two major areas-Bay East Garden and Bay South Garden and is one of the best places to visit in Singapore. 

Bay South Garden is one of the sprawling gardens, which resembles the national flower of Singapore- Miss Joaquim. Housing several species of trees which are booming into vertical gardens it is a must-visit destination.

SEA Aquarium

Counted among the most brilliant creations of humankind in the entirety of Singapore, SEA Aquarium is a large aquarium housing more than 1,000 species of marine life including hammerhead sharks, bottlenose dolphins, and rays. Across a total of 49 habitats, 1,00,000 aquatic animals are put on display for visitors, making this aquarium one of the top places to see in Singapore for marine life enthusiasts.

River Safari Singapore

River Safari Singapore has the cutest red pandas. Its fur of rust color and face like a fox are just as pretty as celebrity panda. Besides Panda, their many other animals at the only river-themed wildlife park in Asia, which is nestled between Night Safari and Singapore Zoo.

This recently opened wildlife park is home to over 6000 animals, including 40 endangered animals, followed by the largest freshwater aquarium in the world, and is one of the places to visit in Singapore.

Singapore Zoo

Singapore zoo is listed among the top Singapore tourist places due to its featuring unique and wide varieties of animals. But Singapore zoo isn’t just an ordinary zoo, but way more than that. Singapore zoo comprises one main branch that showcases the wild diversity and other three branches that features wild jungle safari, night safari, and Jurong Bird Park.

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FAQs about Singapore

How safe is to visit Singapore?

Singapore is regarded as one of the most clean and safe cities in the world. Hygiene is practiced everywhere including in the roadside eateries (hawker stalls). The legal system can at times appear to be very stringent in Singapore. There are fines for just about everything: from smoking in public places to jaywalking, littering and even chewing gum! Singapore has a low crime rate and therefore considered relatively safe.

Tipping is not compulsory in Singapore and is very often frowned upon by the government. A 10% service charge is almost always levied on the bill. If not, you can tip as per your discretion.

Most of the top hotels have internet access. There are many backpacker hostels that offer free internet and Wi-fi. Singapore has a wide broadband network, with many wireless hotspots located throughout the country. Some of the local service providers include, SingTel, StarHub and M1.

The legal drinking age in Singapore is 18 years and over. The alcohol law is very strictly enforced in the country and anyone found violating the laws can be severely punished. This is also one of the main reasons why Singapore tops the list of countries with the lowest crime rates.

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