Singapore is a city located on islands near the southern tip of the Malacca Peninsula. It is very difficult to grow and develop in breadth for the city, because the territory of the islands is very limited. That is why Singapore is striving upward, and therefore its skyscrapers are among the tallest on the planet. However, thanks to the land reclamation program adopted in the country back in the middle of the twentieth century, the city is expanding in all directions, and participants of tours to Singapore can make sure that it looks modern, stylish and very bright.
History with geography
Until independence in August 1965, Singapore was a bargaining chip in many political and military conflicts. For the first time, Chinese chronicles of the 3rd century mention the existence of the city. Then the city was a major trade center in the Srivijaya empire. Then it passed to the Malays and the Portuguese, was part of the British Empire and was conquered by Japan. Having become an independent state, Singapore in thirty years was able to make an amazing leap in economic and cultural development and become one of the most highly developed world powers.
Briefly about the important
- Located in close proximity to the equator, Singapore is characterized by stable temperatures throughout the year. In winter and summer, the air warms up here to about +28, and the water is slightly warmer or colder by a couple of degrees. Precipitation here is likely in any season, but the least amount falls in February and June.
- The crime rate in the country is very low, which was facilitated by rather strict laws. The system of high fines for administrative offenses also helps to comply with the rules. The most stringent measures are taken against drug dealers, but even for violation of cleanliness on the streets, you will have to pay a large sum. You should not tempt fate and violate the rules of conduct during tours to Singapore, so as not to find yourself in an awkward situation.
- Singapore Changi International Airport is one of the largest in the world. A direct flight from Moscow takes just over 10 hours.
- The city has a number of ethnic areas where you can taste dishes in national restaurants or buy goods and souvenirs from the countries represented. Little India and China Town are the most prominent representatives of such communities.
- English is one of the official languages of the state, and therefore, during a tour to Singapore, you can be sure that the locals understand their guests.
