A Handy Guide For A Holiday In Singapore

Stamford Raffles founded colonial Singapore in 1819 as a trading post of the East India Company; after the establishment of the British Raj, the islands were ceded to Britain and became part of its Straits Settlements in 1826. Singapore, a global commerce, finance and transport hub, became an independent nation in 1965.

There are at least 10 reasons for you to visit Singapore:

1. The local food – feast on authentic local eats or discover local flavours or indulge in fine dining
2. Melting pot of Cultures – Celebrate the Christmas followed by Chinese New Year or visit during Hari Raya Puasa or visit during Deepavali
3. Year Round Shopping – Visit mid-year to experience the Great Singapore Sale
4. Singapore’s growing arts culture gives the country that extra spark of character. Celebrate our artists and creatives with festivals like Art Week and the Singapore Writers Festival.
5. The charming neighbourhoods to explore – Step away from towering skyscrapers and busy traffic when you visit quaint, unique neighbourhoods in Singapore where tradition meets modernity, such as Chinatown, Dempsey Hill and Tiong Bahru
6. The iconic architecture – Singapore’s skyline is as iconic as it is picturesque, peppered with unmistakable silhouettes such as the Esplanade and Marina Bay Sands.
7. The Museums – Admire Singapore’s best art collections at the Singapore Art Museum, or learn about Singapore’s history at the National Museum of Singapore.
8. Family friendly attractions
9. The Theme Parks – Universal Studios, Haw Par Ville
10. The Night life – head to Clarke Quay, have beach party at Siloso