About Singapore
Singapore is a modern Asian city which brings together people from many cultures, races, languages and Faiths. Chinese people form an ethnic majority with large populations of Malay, Indian, and other races from around the world. English, Malay, Tamil, and Chinese are the official languages. Located on a major sea route between India and China, 136.8 km north of the equator, between latitudes 103°38’E and 104°06’E, its strategic position has made it into an important harbor for trade and tourism between East and West.
Climate
Tropical climate with temperatures ranging from a low of 24°C to a high of around 31°C. Rainfall usually takes the form of sudden showers and storms. June-August is considered to be the best time to visit.
People
The population is just over 4 million, around 77.2% are Chinese, 14.1% Malay and 7.4% Indian. The remaining 1.3% comprises of people from all over the world who have chosen to make Singapore their home.
Language
English is the common language spoken by all. Signs in Singapore are also written in English.
Cuisine
Singapore is a place where people from all over the world sit down to enjoy each other’s cooking. Each culture has brought with it unique cooking styles including Malay, Chinese, Indonesian, Peranakan, Indian, Thai, Japanese and Korean. There is a vast array of hawker stalls and restaurants, ranging from global franchises to gourmet delis to fancy six-star settings. Many popular restaurants are located in “Little India” and “China Town”.
Shopping
Although Orchard Road is known as the main shopping street, there are numerous shopping centers throughout Singapore. For more information on Singapore, please visit: http://www.visitsingapore.com/mice/
