Singapore Travel Guide
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Highlights of Singapore
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Singapore is one
of the most popular tourist destinations in South-East Asia. For such a
small country it has plenty to offer including great shopping, fantastic
food and exciting nightlife. Singapore has a population of around 5 million people. Singapore was originally a state of Malaysia until it broke off and formed an independent country in 1965.
What's on on Singapore
June 2012, July 2012, August 2012, September 2012, October 2012, November 2012 and December 2012
Here are some of the upcoming Singapore Festivals, Music Entertainment, Theatre, Dance and other entertainment in Singapore in May 2012:
Dragon Boat Festival 2012 4th -6th May 2012 also known as Chinese Dumpling Festival. Various Dragon Boat races at Marina Bay Sands.
Singapore Arts Festival 2012 18th May 2012 until 2nd June 2011 celebrating all sorts of arts at various locations around Singapore.
Singapore Food Expo 2012 25th May 2012 until 30th May 2012 at the Singapore Expo Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Tourist Visa for Singapore
Most nationalities do not need a visa to enter Singapore. At the airport they issue you with a 90 day entry permit. Most international airlines fly into Changi Airport in Singapore. You can also reach Singapore by ferry from Malaysia and Indonesia. From Malaysia you can also enter by road across the causeway at Johor Bahru. Accommodation in Singapore Singapore has a range of accommodation to suit all budgets. Check out the range of hotels available:
Last updated 25th April 2012 |
Top 10 Things to do in Singapore 1. The food - Singapore has a wide selection of cuisine ranging from Singaporean, Malay, Chinese, Indian as well as some fine restaurants from all over the world. Check out our Singapore Restaurant Guide. For the cheapest meals then you should visit a Hawker centre which is an outdoor food court with lots of vendors selling various cuisine. Check out Newton Circus the most famous hawker centre. 2. Shopping - from electronics, clothing, jewelry to gifts and presents for the family, you should find a bargain in Singapore. One of the most popular shopping districts is Orchard Road. 3. Singapore Zoo is one of the best zoos in the world. With a great selection of animals and a night safari which should not be missed.
4. Singapore Chinatown is a large area in the centre of Singapore with a great selection of Chinese restaurants, food shopping, arts and crafts and an open market everyday.
5. Singapore Little India. Singapore has a large Indian population and this is the place to come to get an experience of life in India. With lots of Indian restaurants, herb and spice shops, markets and Hindu temples.
6. Sentosa Island is a small island off Singapore which has become an entertainment and resort area with plenty of amusement rides, beach and water sports activities as well as loads of restaurants and bars.
7. Marina Bay Sands is a new multi-story complex setup with a massive shopping centre, 5 star hotel, Casino, bars, entertainment and a great selection of restaurants.
8. Universal Studios is located on Sentosa Island, part of the Resorts World Sentosa.
9. Singapore Botanic Gardens a tropical rainforest located in the heart of Singapore city. 10. Asian Civilization Museum the first museum in the region to show a cross section of Asian culture and civilization. Singapore F1 Grand Prix 23rd - 25th September 2011 Singapore Independence Day 9th August 2011 Chinese New Year - The Year of the Dragon will be celebrated in Singapore January 2012.
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