All about Singapore
Nestled in Southeast Asia, Singapore is popularly known as being the only island city-state. The modern day Singapore was founded in 1819 by Sir Stamford Raffles of the East India Company. Because of its history, Singapore has a multicultural society and colonial heritage with a blend of Chinese, Tamil, Malay and Peranakan influences. As per the World Economic Forum's ranking of 141 countries, Singapore holds the title of being the world's most competitive economy. Furthermore, the island city-state also has the maximum share of millionaires. With career opportunities in abundance, millions of people flock to Singapore annually. Singapore has many interesting features including its lush greenery surroundings, festivals, and Islands. Singapore is known for its clean streets and its modern and tall buildings.
Here are things Singapore is best known for:
- Gardens by the Bay: Gardens by the Bay is a popular attraction in Singapore. It has a huge Supertree Grove, Cloud Forest and colourful Flower Dome with intermittent sprays of mist to recreate a rainforest.
- Sentosa Island: Sentosa Island is a full package for entertainment. It is full of tourist attractions like Universal Studios Singapore, Battlestar Galactica rides, Madame Tussauds, it’s incredible 4D Transformer, Resorts World and S.E.A. Aquarium.
- National Museum of Singapore: Singapore's oldest museum is the National Museum of Singapore and was built in 1849. Anyone interested in Singapore's history may head to the museum.
- ArtScience Museum: ArtScience Museum was inaugurated in 2011. It is the world's first ArtScience museum and is famous for exhibitions that blend art, culture, science and technology.
- Singapore river cruise: Experience the beauty of Singapore on a boat ride from the iconic Merlion statue to different landmarks.
- Jurong Bird Park: Tourists can experience the free High Flyer show at this park. If you are at this park, it is recommended to combine your tour with an all-access pass to the troika of parks Singapore Zoo, River Safari and Singapore Night Safari.
Airport in Singapore
At the eastern end of Singapore, this airport is one of the busiest and cleanest airports. Located in Changi, Singapore Changi Airport or Changi Airport is considered one of the largest transportation hubs in Asia.
- Airport address - Singapore Changi Airport, Airport Blvd., Singapore
- IATA code - SIN