SINGAPORE: Contained just a few fishing settlements and a small trading port when the islands became part of the United Kingdom’s colonial empire in the 1820's
Since becoming an independent Republic in 1965, multiethnic Singapore has maintained political stability and high economic growth. As a result, Singapore is now Southeast Asia’s most important seaport, financial center and manufacturing hub and it’s citizens enjoy one of the world’s highest standards of living.
The cultural life reflects its past colonial administration and the country’s diverse population. Chinese, Malay, Indian and British influence.
Housing favors smaller families, as most units consist of smaller apartments in high rise buildings.
PORT: We were told it has the most traffic in the world. During one day, a 1,000 ships come in
moving 60,000 containers. It keeps on growing by reclaiming land from the sea.
INS AND OUTS OF SINGAPORE: We took this tour to get a unique "hands on" feel of how the locals get around the city. Our group was limited to 10 participants, following a local guide, walking tour of the city’s main highlights. We all received a "survival kit"- a sling bag with a map, bottled water, coins for subway fare, tiger balm, a sandalwood fan and a snack bar.
Buying tickets for the MRT SUBWAY.
You pay 3 Singapore Dollars for a day card.
At he end you can keep it as a souvenir or get
$1 dollar back.
So clean!!
Street Chinese Market
SHUANG LIN TEMPLE, reflects the Chinese architecture.
SRI MARIAMMAN TEMPLE, reelects the Hindu architecture.
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