Singapore

Singapore is one of Asia's greenest cities. Singapore is not just one island but is surrounded by 63 islets.

Any visitor feels impressed at the first minutes when arriving at the city's ultra-modern airport. The state-of-the-art infrastructure is a main key point of interest when visiting Singapore.

Fantastic celebrations occur throughout the year, and the Singapore Symphony Orchestra performs on a regular basis. As a bridge between the East and the West for centuries, Singapore is today a vibrant melting pot of ideas, cultures and people.

Language: English, Malay, Madarin, Tamil

Currency: Singapore Dollar (S$)

Climate: A tropical climate, hot and humid with average temperature around 27ºC (86ºF). However, climate is not a major consideration, as Singapore gets fairly steady annual rainfall. Co-ordinate your visit with one of the various festivals and events.

Culture: Located at one of the crossroads of the world, Singapore's strategic position has helped it grow into a major centre for trade, communications and tourism. A dynamic city rich in contrast and colour.

Places to visit: Arab quarter, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Padang, Changi Village.