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About Singapore
Singapore is unique, blending Chinese, Malay and Indian traditions in a modern Far East metropolis that would rivalany western shore. Don't let the size of this city-state deceive you - within its patchwork districts you'll find an island of contrasts, where colourful temples and pockets of leafy, botanical gardens stand with colonial monuments and the gleaming architecture of tomorrow.
Our Travellers Guide
Isles of Singapore
Just a stone throw away is one of Singapore’s favourite attractions - the Sentosa Island. This little getaway island caters to
everyone's needs and you will never run out of things to do or see. Pulau Ubin is another beautiful island, accessible by a bumboat
ride, which offers a strong contrast to the modernity of mainland Singapore. Hop on a rented bike and explore the island's granite
quarries, prawn farms and laid back villages.
Nature
Set out on foot to the leafy shelter of the Botanical Gardens where you can find more than 10,000 types of tropical flora. Or trek at
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, one of the world's two nature reserves located within city boundaries (the other is in Rio de Janerio) and
enjoy a scenic picnic at Singapore's highest peak on Bukit Timah Hill. For bird lovers, bring along a binocular and head down to Sungei
Buloh Wetland reserve where you can watch migratory birds (Sep-Mar) coming from as far as Siberia.
Local tastes
From Chilli Crab and Chicken Rice, to Malay style Satay, drenched in peanut sauce, and Indian Roti Prata bread, dunked in fragrant
curry sauces, you will be overwhelmed by the explosion of favours in Singapore food. Some of the best places to feast on local
favourites are Lau Pa Sat, Newton Circles or Chinatown foodstreet.
Evening flavour
You’ll find nightclubs, bars and restaurants galore, especially along the riversides of Boat Quay and Clarke Quay. For an evening of
utter indulgence, enjoy Singapore Sling at the world-famous Raffles Hotel's Long Bar and party at the world's biggest Ministry of Sound.
Best buys
The mammoth shopping malls of Orchard Road are a shopaholic's wildest dreams come true. Check out the new VivoCity, Singapore's largest
multi-experiential retail and lifestyle mall. For buys more true to Asia, head to Little India, Chinatown or Arab Street - all treasure
troves for ethnic jewellery, aromatic spices and Far East incense. If you need something in the middle of the night, head down to
Mustafa Centre – the only 24-hour shopping mall in Singapore!
Live the Experience
At Singapore, they really have thought of everything, from museums, aquariums and beaches to entertainment parks, nature reserves,
shopping malls, fine dinning to locals delights and even the world’s first Night Safari. Wait no further, discover the city’s
fascinating colonial past and colourful cultural experiences.
When to go:Anytime. Lying just north of the equator, Singapore basks in year-round sunshine, cooled down by sporadic rainfall.
GMT: + 8 hrs
Language: There are four official languages in Singapore: Malay, Mandarin, Tamil and English, the latter being widely spoken and understood.
Currency: Singapore Dollar.
Dates for the diary: A flash of colour and festivity comes every year with the Chinese New Year celebrations that usually fall in January or February. July sees the Singapore Food Festival - a big event in a country where eating is the locals favourite pastime! In December, celebrate Christmas in Tropics and end the year with a bang in Singapore!
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