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About Singapore 
 From its beginnings as a humble trading post to the bustling metropolis it is today, Singapore has always been different.
For centuries, Singapore has been a bridge between the East and the West. It is today a vibrant melting pot of ideas, cultures and peoples, local in its perspective but global in its outlook.
Singapore is a city that has evolved uniquely, where age-old traditions and cutting-edge innovations are celebrated, a place brimming with unbridled energy and bursting with exciting events.
Singapore – truly a vibrant city like no other. With its friendly and welcoming people, state-of-the-art infrastructure and something new happening every day, Singapore is so easy to appreciate.
Come and discover countless unique experiences, and take away memories that are uniquely Singapore.
Singapore Today
 Singapore is made up of not just one island but a main island with 63 surrounding islets. The main island has a total land area of 682 square km.
However, its compact size belies its economic growth. In just 150 years, Singapore has grown into a thriving centre of commerce and industry. Its former role as an entrepot has diminished, as the nation has increased its manufacturing base.
Singapore is now the busiest sea port in the world with over 600 shipping lines sending super tankers, container ships and passenger liners to share the busy waters with coastal fishing vessels and wooden lighters.
Singapore's strategic location, excellent facilities, fascinating cultural contrasts and tourist attractions contribute to its success as a leading destination for both business and leisure.
Shopping
 Shopping in Singapore has always been a pleasure. From luxury boutiques to quality antiques, from the latest electronics to tomorrow’s fashion trends, you can shop for days in the city. Check out the best bargain deals and fantastic sales in the malls, shops and markets.
Beyond everyone’s favourite shopping boulevard, Orchard Road, the Marina Bay, Bugis, the civic district and the suburbs are other shopping districts that are worth for you to be explored. Singapore is a one-stop destination where you can practically shop the entire world.
Singapore: The Food Capital of Asia
People don’t call Singapore a food paradise for nothing! When it comes to fine dining, whether it is haute French cuisine or a ten-course Chinese banquet, Singapore is peerless in its diversity.
Try some of the local dishes that are truly unique to Singapore – from fragrant Hainanese chicken rice to fiery Chilli Crab and Peranakan curries, not to mention the local’s favourite Char Kuay Teow, Bak Kut Teh, and Rojak. In Singapore, you have endless unique culinary experiences. It all depends on how many meals you can fit in a day!
Singapore: The City that Never Sleeps
A bustling city in the day, Singapore also has a very enchanting night life that will leave you sleepless. Dine in the fine restaurants by the Quay, go for a drink at the pubs and work your body or show off your dancing skills at Zouk, Bar None or Insomnia to name a few.
Singapore: Ethic Quarters
Nature’s creatures at play in a natural environment. Funky architecture in a lush garden city. There are so many aspects of Singapore that win over our visitors you’ll need more than a few days to see them all. In this city of contrasts, you can sightsee from a trishaw ride in the shadow of skyscrapers or relive the tough lives of early immigrants through modern technology. Or just chill out on the pier where the popular icon, the Merlion, stands guard at the mouth of the Singapore River. Whatever you choose, there’s always something unique round the corner to surprise and enthral you.
Visit Singapore
Today Singapore is the favoured destination of many, a city where every visit leaves you enriched, recharged and craving for more. There is so much waiting to be experienced, a world of possibilities not found anywhere else. Come and discover it for yourself, and find out why we call our city Uniquely Singapore.
To find out more information about Singapore, please visit:
www.visitsingapore.com
Information and pictures courtesy of Singapore Tourism Board. |
