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___ Singapore A virtual travel guide to Singapura; the Malay name for "Lion City".
Singapore is famous for shopping, activities, dining and entertainment. This page
aims to give you a broad overview of Singapore art, culture, people, environment,
geography, history, and economy. Beside a country profile this page contains links to sources that will provide you with in-depth information about this Southeast Asian city-state, e.g.: Official web sites of the government, addresses of Singaporean and foreign embassies, domestic airlines, city- and country guides with travel and tourism information on accommodation, tourist attractions, events and more facts like weather information, statistics, maps, and local news. |
 Singapore - Central Business District © Singapore Infomap |
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Republic of Singapore | Singapura |
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 Official Name: Republik Singapura Republic of Singapore short form: Singapore Chinese (pinyin): Xinjiapo Gònghéguó Malay: Republik Singapura ISO Country Code: sg Time: Local Time = UTC +8h Actual Time: Thu-June-20 12:39 Country Calling Code: +65 Capital City: Singapore (Sanskrit Singapura--Lion City; pop. 3.5 million) Government: Type: Parliamentary Republic. Independence: 9 August 1965 (from Malaysian Federation) Constitution: 3 June 1959, amended 1965 (based on preindependence State of Singapore Constitution) Geography: Location: Southeast Asia, islands between Malaysia and Indonesia. Area: 597 km² (230,5 sq. mi.) Terrain: Lowland; gently undulating central plateau contains water catchment area and nature preserve. Climate: equatorial, a tropical rainforest climate; hot and humid. People: Nationality: noun: Singaporean(s), adjective: Singapore Population: 5.2 million (2011) GNI per capita PPP: int'l $ 28,228 Ethnic Groups: Chinese 77%, Malay 14%, Indian 8% Religions: Buddhist (Chinese), Muslim (Malays), Christian, Hindu, Sikh, Taoist, Confucianist. Languages: PuTongHua (Mandarin Chinese, official), Malay (official and national), Tamil (official), English (official) Literacy: 93% Natural resources: Fish, deepwater ports. Agriculture - products: Rubber, copra, fruit, orchids, vegetables, poultry, eggs, fish, ornamental fish. Industries: Electronics, chemicals, financial services, oil drilling equipment, petroleum refining, rubber processing and rubber products, processed food and beverages, ship repair, offshore platform construction, life sciences, entrepot trade. Currency: Singapore Dollar (S$, SGD) Singapore in FiguresMore Singapore statistical data. |
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Background: The island city-state on the southern tip of Malay Peninsula has seen many rulers in its history. It has been an outpost of the ancient Sumatran Srivijaya empire; it was part of the Sultanate of Johore in the 15th and 16th century, and it was burned down by Portugese forces in 1617. In the beginning of the 19th century Singapore became a trade post and settlement of the British East India Company and some years later a British crown colony. Singapore is today (beside Monaco) the most densely populated independent country in the world. Its strategic location combined with a largely corruption-free government, a skilled work force, pro-foreign investment and export-oriented, led to a successful free-market economy which attracts international investment funds on a large scale despite its relatively high-cost operating environment. related countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, United Kingdom |
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Note: External links will open in a new browser window. Official Sites of SingaporePrime Minister's OfficeThe official PMO site. Istana Singapore Office of the President of the Republic. The Cabinet Official site of the Cabinet. The Parliament Official web site of the Parliament. SINGOV: Singapore Government Online Portal The Government's official site. Singapore Government Directory interactive (SGDI) The government directory lists Ministries, Organs of State, ond other institutions. Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) Official site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Diplomatic Missions Embassy of Singapore to the U.S. Washington D.C. Embassy of Singapore in Germany Singapore embassy Berlin. Singapore Missions Worldwide Address list of Singapore Embassies Abroad. Foreign Missions Accredited to Singapore Addresses of Foreign Missions. Visa & Entry Facilities Visa information. Weather Meteorological Services Singapore weather. Statistics Statistics on Singapore Statististical figures, census and more. Singapore in FiguresSingapore key statistical data. Maps Map of SingaporeMap of Singapore.  Google
Earth Singapore.Searchable map and satellite view of Singapore. Map
of Southeast AsiaMap of the Southeast Asia region. Map of AsiaReference Map of Asia. |
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Singapore NewsLianhe ZaoBaoNational and international news (in Chinese) Singapore Press Holdings News portal with various newspapers. The Straits Times National and international news. Tamil Murasu News in Tamil. |
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Arts & Culture
Asian Civilisations MuseumWhere Asian Cultures Come Alive - the first museum in the region to present a broad perspective of pan-Asian cultures and civilisations. Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum The famous Buddhist temple in Chinatown is worth a visit. The Chinese Calligraphy Society of Singapore The art of calligraphy. Esplanade Theaters on the Bay, is Singapore's a performing arts center. National Museum of Singapore Singapore's oldest museum hosts Singapore Living Galleries: Fashion, Film & Wayang (shadow puppet theater), Photography and Food. Singapore Art Museum Local and Southeast Asian modern and contemporary art. Singapore EventsSingapore Arts FestivalCelebrations of cultural diversity and artistic innovation: dance, music, theatre. Audi Fashion Festival Singapore celebrates fashion on a grand scale. Singapore Food Festival Feast Your Senses - Singapore's Food Festival brings together Asian and international cuisine. Singapore Heritage Fest 2009 Singapore is celebrating its diversity of cultures. World Gourmet Summit One of Asia's foremost gastronomic event, the annual epicurean festival that showcases the intricate craftsmanship of prestigious chefs. |
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Business & EconomyMonetary Authority of Singapore MASMAS administers the various statutes pertaining to money, banking, insurance, securities and the financial sector in general. SGX Singapore Exchange Official site of Singapore Stock Exchange. Singapore International Chamber of Commerce Official site of the Chamber. International Enterprise (IE) Singapore The formerly Singapore Trade Development Board is the lead agency spearheading Singapore's efforts to develop its external economic wing. Business Times Online S'pore business news. __Yellow Pages Yellow Pages Singapore Online Yellow Pages. __Jobs JobCyclone A portal site for the Singapore job market. __Transportation Airlines SilkAir The regional wing of Singapore Airlines, connects 25 destinations in Asia. Singapore Airlines Official site of the national carrier, based at Changi Airport. ValueAir Singapore based budget airline with flights to Bangkok, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Perth, Chengdu and Xiamen. Airport Singapore Changi Airport Official site of Changi Airport. Public Transport SMRT The state's mass rapid transit passenger service. PublicTransport@SG Public Transport information with interactive maps to get around Singapore. |
 Fountain of Wealth at Suntec City - the world's largest fountain © STB |
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Destination Singapore - Travel and Tour GuidesDiscover the Lion City: Central Business District, Orchard Road, Chinatown, Little India, Boat Quay, Night Safari, Bugis and Kampong Glam, Jurong Bird Park, Sentosa, Jurong Island, Pulau Tekong, Pulau Ubin.Hotel, accommodation, attractions, festivals, events, tourist boards, recreation, dining, shopping, tours and much more. Visit
SingaporeThe official destination website with comprehensive travel and tourism information. Calendar of Events Informs you about the attractions and events of the Lion City. Singapore Infomap Another official city guide to Lion City. Singapore Tourism Board Travel and tourism information plus event calendar. Live.Life!@eCitizen Another information portal, a gateway to culture, events, recreation & sports. This Week Singapore Local shopping, dining and entertainment. Sentosa A tour guide to Sentosa, the premier island resort. Singapore Zoo Wildlife in the city. Singapore Hotels The Fullerton 5 star hotel in the Civic District. Raffles Homepage of the grand old dame of the city. Hotels in Singapore Find Hotels in Singapore. Shopping Great Singapore Sale Sale event in Asia's shopper's paradise. Public Transport SMRT The state's mass rapid transit passenger service. PublicTransport@SG Public Transport information with interactive maps to get around Singapore. |
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 Merlion in fron t of The Fullerton Hotel © STB  Raffles Hotel © STB |
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EducationMinistry of Education (MOE)Official site of the ministry. National University of Singapore (NUS) The University was founded in 1905. NUS Library The University's Libraries are a group of six multi-disciplinary libraries. Singapore Polytechnic Official site with comprehensive information on a very wide range of programmes and courses offered by the Polytechnic. |
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EnvironmentJurong BirdParkBird park in Jurong Town. National Environment Agency To ensure a quality environment for Singaporeans, for now and for generations to come. National Parks Board (NParks) Extensive tour guide to Parks and Gardens. Singapore Botanic Gardens Regional park, botanical institution, and tourist destination.
Wild SingaporeAll about nature in the Lion City. |
 Garden City: Chinese Garden © STB |
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Singapore History History of SingaporeHistory outline of the city state of Singapore. |
 Early Singapore © Chinatown Heritage Center |
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SearchCatcha Singapore.sg sites directory. Singapore Infomap The Official National Website and Internet Gateway. Google Singapore Google's S'pore version. Additional Information on SingaporeBBC Country Profile: SingaporeOpen Directory: Singapore Singapore - A Country Study (Library of Congress) Wikipedia: Singapore WWW Virtual Library Singapore The World Factbook -- Singapore |
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