The skyline is varied in Singapore, as you can probably guess from the above description of Singapore, old mixed with new, skyscrapers and temples, the busiest airport in the world and a plethora of cultures make it more than just another modern Asian city. Singapore is a truly unique place to visit and explore, a melting pot of cultures from China, India, Southeast Asia and Europe.

Singapore has managed to turn its fortunes around by strict control by the government, as a result Singaporeans are almost be seen as subservient. It is however important for European visitors to understand some of the laws because if you flaunt them (knowingly or not you can be whipped, jailed or fined! Don’t; chew gum in public, jay walk (cross the street other than at a designated place), throw your cigarette stub away on the floor, smoke whilst walking or failing to flush the toilet!

The thought of Singapore is deceiving, China Town, powerful commerce and dense population bring images of building after building, this is most certainly not the case. In Singapore you’ll always be close to nature. Singapore is the ‘Garden City’. Parks, flowers, historical grounds and even the rainforest itself are plentiful with the city limits, making for a truly relaxing holiday within the hubbub of everyday life.


Singapore, or the Lion City, is at the crossroads of Asia. Its mix of Chinese, Indian, and Malay cultures, spiced with Western influences, creates a wonderful blend and this small country celebrates the uniqueness of each in its own special way.

Singapore is a truly cosmopolitan city, although in size it’s small (247 Square miles); and its neighbours less affluent. The average stay of visitors to Singapore is only 3 ½ days due to the number of stopovers, backpackers travelling through and business trips. However if you can, we’d recommend staying longer, there is plenty to do and see; tasting food at the hawker markets, drinking Singapore slings at the Long Bar in Raffles colonial hotel, shopping in Orchard Street to Singapore Zoological Gardens and visiting the many temples, museums and beaches.

The feel of the island comes from the cultural diversity of Singapore. The population is made up of Chinese, Malays, Indians and Eurasians.
Although citizens of all races think of themselves as Singaporean, there are still certain areas that are inhabited by specific ethnic groups. Each area has its own culture celebrating its own religion.
Each religion has many colorful festivals to commemorate days of special significance.