Overview

Singapore is a thriving city-state that has overcome its dearth of natural resources to become one of the juggernaut economies of Asia. A city renowned for its hi-tech wizardry, of concrete, glass and steel, also offers a taste of the great Asian cultures in a small easy-to-manage package. Fortune-tellers, calligraphers and temple worshippers are still a part of everyday life in the crowded streets of Chinatown. You will not believe how clean and green the city is until you set foot here. The number of activities that can be packed into this pulsating island will astound you.

Places of Attractions
Singapore, the amalgamation of traditional East with its entire mysticism and modern west with its sophistication, is the place to live it up!
Over at Boat Quay you will see the interesting mix of colourful buildings. Chinatown is the cultural heart of Singapore.
Thian Hock Keng Temple here is arguably the most interesting in Singapore. The Raffles Hotel, Empress Place Building, imposing churches, such as St Andrew's Cathedral and the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd are all there in the colonial Singapore.

Night Safari


The Night Safari, which is the world's first night wildlife park, set in 40 hectares of dense forest. The landscape changes dramatically, from the rocky outcrops of the Himalayan Foothills, to the grassy plains of Equatorial Africa and ending with the awesome forests of Southeast Asia. It houses animals from eight geographical zones representing three continents - Asia, Africa and South America.
A night out at the Night Safari will not be complete without exploring the dense jungle on foot. This can be done by treading any of the three walking trails, namely the Fishing Cat, Leopard and Forest Giants Trails.

Jurong Bird Park


Here you can see an awesome Waterfall, the world's highest man-made waterfall towering 30 meters, the interesting Penguin Parade, where penguins live and play in an environment similar to that of the South Pole. The Southeast Asian Bird Aviary where a thunderstorm is stimulated everyday at noon; and the highly entertaining Fuji World of Hawks's show.

Discovery Centre


Open the windows of your mind as you discover Singapore's history and technological endeavours, while having fun with interactive attractions. There is a shooting gallery and a motion simulator as well as many interesting interactive games.

Botanical Garden


In the Botanical Garden take a leisurely stroll through the oldest public park in Singapore and the birthplace of the rubber industry in the region. Walk through a section of the primary forest and if orchids fascinate you, visit the spectacular National Orchid Garden and be amazed by the varieties and colours of orchids on display.

Open Zoos

" One of the most beautiful Zoos in the world " where you can come face to face with a Polar Bear or Pigmy hippos. It is a scenic open zoo that has among many highlights has the largest group of Orangutans and the fragile forest, which is an exciting and educational display of ecosystems and rain forest culture.

Sentosa

Sentosa Island is everyone's delight.
Considered the highlight of Singapore's parks, it has museums, aquariums, beaches with imported sand, sporting facilities, walks, rides and food centres. To go around in a Sentosa monorail will be both convenient and thrilling.
In the world that awaits you underwater, only glass panels separate you from baby sharks, giant manta rays and other marine life. It is one of Asia's most popular oceanarium and has more than 2,500 marine animals from 250 species. Children will have an enjoyable time learning all about sea life.

For the first time in the world, At Underwater World Singapore, while enjoying the huge fishes and hungry sharks cruising above and around, you can savour a sumptuous dinner. Located on the Central Beach of Sentosa Island Dolphin Lagoon is Underwater World's latest attraction., the Lagoon is home to several Indo Pacific Humpback Dolphins, also known as the Pink Dolphins.

Fantasy Island

Asia's largest water theme park, Fantasy Island has plenty of fun filled ways to help you cool off on a HOT Singapore day. Revel on rafting or wild slides, and enjoy ballet performance that is a stupendous integration of music, light, laser and colour. At sundown, dancing water jets, pretty laser images- motion pictures projected onto a giant water screen and lively music set the stage for a theatre of mystical drama and stunning effects.

River Cruises


Cruise down the Singapore River in an authentic bumboat it is the best way to see the legacy of Singapore's history.

The bumboats, which are painted with a face and eyes for safe sailing, had contributed tremendously to Singapore's early seaport trade. It was the primary means of transporting goods from ships anchored in the harbour to the warehouses lining the Singapore River.

Arts & Culture

For the cultural- vultures and those with a heart for art, Singapore is the place to be. A burgeoning arts scene with drama, music and dance performances all year round at various locations, culminating in the Singapore Arts Festival in June. The Asian Civilisations Museum focuses on the ancestral cultures of Singapore and Asia while the exhibits at the Singapore Art Museum trace the birth of Singapore.

The grand Sultan Mosque is the biggest and liveliest mosque in Singapore, but the tiny Malabar Muslim Jama-ath Mosque is the most beautiful.

The Festival of the Hungry Ghosts is usually celebrated in September. This is the one-day of the year that the souls of the dead are released for feasting and entertainment on earth. The festival of Thaipusam is one of the most dramatic Hindu festivals.

Nightlife


There are cultural shows, street operas, special types of street theatre, fine theatres and international films providing inexpensive entertainment. Most hotels have bars or cocktail lounges, which stay open until the early hours of the morning. Nightclubs have international entertainers and generally serve a wide range of food.

Food & Drink


Singapore is a gourmet's paradise, ranging from humble street stalls to 5-star restaurants. There are over 30 different cooking styles, including various regional styles. One of the best ways to eat in Singapore is in the open, at one of the 8000 street footstalls. Some are quiet and casual while others are in areas bustling with activity. All have a vast selection of cheap and appetizing food.
Bars/cocktail lounges often have table and counter service. There are no licensing hours. 'Happy hours' are usually from 1700-1900.

Shopping

The vast range of available goods and competitive prices have led to Singapore rightly being known as a shopper's paradise. Special purchases include Chinese, Indian, Malay, Balinese and Filipino antiques, Cameras, Chinese, Persian and Indian carpets, imported or tailored clothing, jewelry and Silks, perfumes, silverware and wigs are other favorites buys. Orchard Road is the main shopping street, although many of the large hotel complexes, such as Marina Square, have shopping centers attached. Although most outlets operate Western-style fixed pricing, bargains can still be made in some places but generally only after good research and shrewd negotiating. Electrical equipment of all types can be bought at Sungei Road, but be cautious of imitation.

Accommodation


Whether you prefer a more luxurious establishment or simple, budget accommodation. Singapore welcomes you with accommodation that's ideally suited to your taste. You can choose from the many international hotel chains that are mostly situated around the Central Business District, Orchard Road and Marina area. Or if you prefer the Old World ambience, take a step back in time to the many boutique hotels housed in lovingly restored shophouses.

The City with a clean chit

Singapore is reckon as a clean, green city, but this reputation has been achieved with a number of laws aimed to control personal behavior. These laws apply equally to tourists as well.
· No Chewing Gum is allowed in Singapore
· Anybody caught littering is fined $1000
· Anyone caught smoking in public areas is fined $5000
· Eating or Drinking is prohibited on the whole Mass Rapid Transit system.

Climate

Located just north of the equator, Singapore enjoys a warm tropical weather that is relatively calm and consistent throughout the year. The average daily temperature is 26.7'C. Rainfall is most abundant during the Northeast Monsoon season from November to January. Much of the rain falls in sudden showers. February is usually the sunniest month while December is often the wettest. However, July and August are the hottest months when average temperatures are at their peak.