FREE | Quick Introduction to Singapore | 3-min Read
Brief Introduction 💕
Four Main Races: Chinese, Malays, Indians, Eurasians. We also have six main religions: Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Taoism, Hinduism and those with no religion. Singaporeans live harmoniously with one another and crime rate is very low.Â
Most of our housing are in flats and transportation underground. We are known to be a garden city and you would see a lot of fruit trees, flora and fauna around. Special treat if you spot a family of Otters chilling in the sun!Â
Getting Around 🚇
Our main modes of transport: You can purchase EZ-Link Cards at the train station to be use for buses and trains.Â
1) Bus
2) Train- Mass Rapid Transit (MRT)Â
3) GRAB (It is like UBER in the USA) You can download it on the Google Play Store.Â
Top Tourist Attractions 🏙️
Jewel Changi Airport - FREE
Put aside some hours to visit the World's Tallest Indoor Waterfall! Located at the Singapore Changi Airport, Jewel includes gardens, attractions, a hotel, about 300 retail and dining outlets, as well as early baggage check-in facilities. This place will prove to you why the Singapore airport is #1 in the world.Â
Gardens By The Bay SuperTree Grove - FREEÂ
Located beside Marina Bay Sands, visit the SuperTree Grove. Immerse yourself in a spectacular light and sound show happening twice nightly at 7.45pm and 8.45pm!
Art Science MuseumÂ
Located beside Marina Bay Sands as well, the Art Science Museum features exhibitions that blend art, science, culture and technology. It is a stunning place for photo taking.Â
Singapore Botanic Gardens - FREE
Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this cultural landscape includes a rich variety of historic features, plants and buildings since its creation in 1859. It has been an important center for science, research and plant conservation.Â
Merlion - FREE
The Merlion is a mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish. Regarded as a Singapore icon, it was designed in 1964.Â
Singapore ZooÂ
Ranked 5th OVERALL on their list of the world's 10 best zoos as determined by TripAdvisor users, the Singapore Zoo is a haven for wild-life lovers. The open and spacious enclosures are designed to imitate the animals' natural environments. The zoo has been actively involved in wildlife and rainforest conservation efforts. Animal lovers can see iconic African creatures like majestic lions, chunky warthogs, and suspicious meerkats, as well as a diverse range of wildlife from 11 zones representing different global habitats.
*For Hipsters: Bugis Street and Haji Lane
Top 3 Foods to Eat 🍜
Chicken RiceÂ
Laska
SatayÂ
Recommended Places to Eat:
Newton Food Centre
Newton Food Centre is undoubtedly one of the most iconic hawker centres. Its 2018 appearance in Crazy Rich Asians cemented it as a must-go spot. The hawker follows the design elements from the nearby old colonial houses and some of their food sellers received distinctions from the Michelin Guide.
Lau Pa Sat Hawker CentreÂ
Situated in the middle of town, Lau Pa Sat Hawker Centre features a lot of Satay and BBQ stores for you to try from. There are plenty of grilled seafood and international cuisines such as Korean, Japanese and Thai food.Â
Kopitiam or Food RepublicÂ
If you are looking for somewhere with AC, visit any of the malls and you would find yourselves a variety of affordable food.Â
Money 💵
Currency: Singapore Dollars (SGD)Â
1 SGD - 0.75 USDÂ
1 SGD - 0.58 GBP
1 SGD - 1.13 AUD
Weather ⛅
I would advise to pack comfortable T-shirts and shorts, jeans. An essential to carry would be an pair of sunglasses and an umbrella.Â
Let the Adventure Begin!Â
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