Singapore in A Nutshell

Singapore Overview
Singapore, offically name is Republic of Singapore, is an island country and city-state in

maritime Southeast Asia. It is located off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. The country's
territory is composed of one main island, 63 satellite islands and islets. It has the third highest
population density in the world. With a multicultural population and in recognition of the cultural
identities of the major ethnic groups within the nation, Singapore has four official languages –
English, Malay, Mandarin, and Tamil. English is the common language
Singapore Cuisine
- Kaya toast and egg:
+ Ya Kun Kaya Toast
+ Killiney Kopitiam
- Chwee kueh
- Roti prata
+ The roti prata house
- Bak Chor Mee
+ Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodles
+ Xing Ji Minced Meat Noodles
- Singapore laska
+ 328 Katong Laska
+ Sungei Road Laska
- Fried Kway Teow
- Wanton Mee
+ Dunman Road Char Siew Wanton Mee
+ Fei Fei Wanton Mee
- Yong Tau Foo
+ Yong Xiang Xing Yong Tau Foo
+ Koo kee restaurant
- Beef hor fun
+ Amoy street food center
+ Lor 9 beef Kway Teow
- Nasi Lemak
- Nasi Biryani
+ The Banana leaf apolo
+ Imam Banana Leaf Restaurant
- Chilli crabs
- Sambal Stingray
+ East coast Lagoon food centre
+ Old Airport Rd Food centre
- Sambal Lala
+ Chomp Chomp Food Centre
+ Whampoa food center
- Bak Kut The
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- Satay
+ Lau Pat Sat
+ Satay By The Bay
- Rojak
+ Soon Heng Rojak
- Murtabak
+ Zam Zam
+ Adam Road Food Centre
- Ice Kachang
- Chendol
- Soya Beancurd
Culture of Singapore
Singapore's indigenous culture originates primarily from the Austronesian people that
arrived from the island of Taiwan. Then, it was influenced during the Middle Ages by
multiple Chinese dynasties. After British arrived, Singapore was also influenced by
western countries. Repeated influence, absorption and selection in various ways have
added to the development of a distinct and unique culture.
- Custom and Tradition
+ When meeting a Singaporean formally or informally, make sure to shake hands firmly
with all, even when departing
+ Take off the shoes before entering anyone's house
+ Make sure never to pinpoint someone or something with a finger, just raise your hand
+ Gender discrimination is a legal offence in Singapore
+ Tipping is not customary in Singapore.
+ Refer to the middle-aged and elderly people as 'Uncle' or 'Auntie', as it is seen as a sign
of respect in Singapore.
+ Just like in Vietnam, while eating with chopsticks, do not stick them upright in the bowl.
+ Casual clothes (shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops) are acceptable in most places in Singapore.
- Cleanliness
+ Singapore is by far one of the cleanest countries
+ No littering
+ Chewing gum is banned
- Some general offences of Singapore
+ Possession of chewing gum or trying to bring them into the country without a doctor’s
prescription.
+ Jaywalking - Walking or crossing the street unlawfully
+ Smoking in public places and areas where ‘No Smoking’ signs are put up for restriction.
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- Religion in Singapore
Chinese Buddhism happens to be the major religion in Singapore. Christianity is growing
quite exponentially as a belief system, and many young Singaporeans are leaning towards
it.
- Singapore folk dance and music
+ Lion Dance
+ Malay National Dance – Zapin
+ New Year
+ Opera and Ballet
+ Music festivals like Mosaic Music Festival and the cutting edge Baybeats every year
- Art and Craft
- Architecture in Singapore
+ Pre-war era : mostly old-school Malay houses, shops, schools and places of worship in
Neoclassical, Gothic, Renaissance and Palladian style
+ Post-war era : mostly of modernist, postmodernist and art deco style.
Singaporean
History of singapore
The earliest know historical records of Singapore are unclear. A third century Chinese
describes it as “Pu-luo-chung” which means the “island at the end of a peninsuala”. Later,
the city was known as Temasek ("Sea Town"), when the first settlements were established
from AD 1298-1299. During the 14th centuy, this island earned a new name: Singapura or
“The Lion City”, from the Sankrit words “simha” (lion) and “pura” (city). The city was
then ruled by the five kings of ancient Singapura.
Modern Singapore was founded in the 19th century. During this time, Singapore was and
ideal place for British empire which was seeking a port of call in this region to base its
merchant fleet, and to forestall and advance by the Dutch.
Singapore’s prosperity suffered a major blow during World War II, when it was attacked
by the Japanese on 8 December 1941. February 1942. It was the largest surrender of
British-led forces in history. The island, once feted as an “impregnable fortress”, was
renamed Syonan-to. When the Japanese surrendered in 1945, the island was handed over
to the British Military Administration, which remained in power until the dissolution of
the Straits Settlement comprising Penang, Melaka and Singapore.
In 1959, the growth of nationalism led to self-government, and the country’s first
general election. Lee Kuan Yew became the first prime minister of Singapore.
In 1963, Malaysia was formed, comprising of the Federation of Malaya, Singapore,
Sarawak and North Borneo. However, Singapore’s merger proved unsuccessful, and less
than two years later on 9 August 1965, it left Malaysia to become an independent and
democratic nation.
Singapore place to visit

- Garden by the Bay
- Singapore Mass Rapid Transmit
- Singapore Botanic Garden
- National Orchid Garden
- Cloud Forest
- Marine Bay
- Singapore Discovery Centre
- Chinatown
- Singapore zoo
- Night Safari, River Safari
- Singapore flyer
- Clarke Quay
- Merlion
- Pulau Ubin
- The Maritime Experiential Museum
- National Gallery Singapore
- Fort Siloso
- Jewel Changi Airport

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