About Singapore

Unique is the word that best captures Singapore, a dynamic city rich in contrast and color where you’ll find a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture. Singapore is a thriving centre of commerce and industry. Located in the heart of fascinating Southeast Asia, Singapore is the busiest port in the world with over 600 shipping lines. Brimming with unbridled energy and bursting with exciting events, the city offers countless unique, memorable experiences waiting to be discovered.

Singapore’s location on the major sea route between India and China contributed to its early development. The strategic position has made it grow into an excellent harbor for trade and tourism. Its geographical location is 136.8 km north of the equator, between latitudes 103°38’E and 104°06’E.

Singapore’s Central Business District spreads across both the central and southern parts of the island (you’ll know when you’re there - it boasts striking high-rise structures). You can get a good visual orientation to the city as you cross the Benjamin Sheares Bridge on the East Coast Parkway, which links the airport to the city center.

Climate

The tropical climate has temperatures ranging from a low of 24°C to a high of around 31°C. Rainfall usually takes the form of sudden showers and storms.

People

The population is just over 4 million, and around 77.2% are Chinese, 14.1% Malay and 7.4% Indian. The remaining 1.3% comprises people from all over the world who have chosen to make Singapore their home.

Language

English is the common language spoken by all. Signs in Singapore are also written in English.

Cuisine

Singapore is consequently a cosmopolitan place where people from all over the world sit down to enjoy each other’s cuisine. Each culture has brought with it unique cooking styles including Malay, Chinese, Indonesian, Peranakan, Indian, Thai, Japanese and Korean. There is a vast array of hawker stalls and restaurants, ranging from global franchises to gourmet delis and fancy 6-star settings.

Shopping

Orchard Road would be one of the most popular and commonly heard names if anyone should mention shopping. This place is the central hub, also known as the ‘city’ of Singapore, and it is well known among tourists. Orchard Road offers major departmental stores, supermarkets, movie theatres, restaurants. famous hotels and other entertainment outlets.

For more information on Singapore, please visit:
http://www.visitsingapore.com/mice/