About
Singapore
LET'S FIND OUT!
1.
Introducation
2. Things to Do and See in Singapore
3. Geographical Location and Climate
4. People, Culture and Religion
1. Introduction
Singapore, with its strategic location linking Asia with the Middle East
and the West, has
attracted people from all around the world. It is a thoroughly developed
society that has not forgotten its myriad ethnic roots. As a student in
Singapore, you will be surrounded by all
the comforts of a modern society. But everywhere you will be reminded
of Singapore’s
colourful past, and of the peoples from many different cultures who helped
make Singapore
the special place it is today.
2. Things to Do and See in Singapore
Here are only a few samples of the delights waiting for you here:
- Jurong Bird Park (with the world’s largest man-made waterfall)
- Singapore Zoo and Night Safari (one of the world’s best)
- Botanic Garden (one of the world’s most beautiful and extensive)
- Sentosa (tropical island exclusively devoted to fun)
- Orchard Road (one of the world’s most exciting shopping streets)
- Food food food (no one beats Singapore for world-class dining— from S$2.00 on up)
- Various ethnic quarters, including Little India, Chinatown, and Arab Street
- Singapore Science Centre
- Several islands near Singapore, including Kyusu, St Johns, and Pulau Ubin
- World-class museums
…and much more
3.
Geographical Location and Climate
Just a few degrees north of the Equator, Singapore is a quick drive away
from Malaysia. It is
easily accessible to the rest of the world, especially the rest of Asia.
At Changi Airport
(consistently rated the best in the world) you can find flights to take
you anywhere you want
to go.
A few hours’ plane ride will take you to Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia, Australia, Dubai . . .
Singapore’s climate? Hot. Humid. The best thing about the climate (and
it’s not the humidity!)
is that you can eat outdoors almost every day. It’s perfect for sunbathing,
swimming,
rollerblading, or for just relaxing. And if the heat gets to you, dip
into almost any public establishment or movie theatre; all have air conditioning.
4. People, Culture and Religion
Singapore has approximately 4 million people; the majority (77%) are Chinese
and the
rest are Malay, Indian, and Eurasian. This country prides itself on being
truly multi-ethnic:
It’s not unusual to see a Hindu temple practically rubbing arches with
a Confucian/Taoist
place of worship. Singapore recognizes the major holidays of all its primary
ethnic groups,
and respects all religions and beliefs equally.
As a result, this little country has four official languages: English,
Chinese (Mandarin),
Tamil, and Malay. Malay is actually the national language.