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Most people around the world know of Singapore as the country that bans chewing gum, has a fantastic world-class airport, and has a reputation as a clean city.
Singapore is known for its impeccable cleanliness and low crime rate
The country has such a strong reputation for being safe that the authorities had to put out a warning stating that “low crime does not mean no crime,” reminding people to stay vigilant.
These are great illustrated signs seen from buses, trains, and coaches.
Singapore Zam Zam Restaurants
Established in 1908, Singapore Zam Zam is one of the most popular Indian-Muslim restaurants in Singapore. It opens 7 days a week, this place is famous for perfecting Nasi biryani, Murtabak, Roti prata, and many other dishes for over a century! The restaurant is two floors building, and the seatings are simple but cozy and warm.
Sultan Mosque – a must-see if you’re in the historic Kampong Gelam district
Also known as Masjid Sultan, the impressive Mosque is historic, and the focal point for Singapore’s Muslim community.
A striking work of architecture, Sultan Mosque was made by many hands. An apt symbol of this can be found in the glass bottle ends that decorate the mosque’s twin domes, donated by less financially privileged members of the Muslim faith.
A little-known fact about the mosque’s reconstruction – North Bridge Road was actually forced to bend around the mosque as it was extended beyond Arab Street.
While you’re there, inspect the onion-shaped domes. Each dome base is decorated with glass bottle ends, donated by lower-income Muslims during its construction so that all Muslims, not just the rich, could contribute. They have informative guided tours— guides can speak English, Malay, Chinese, and even Japanese.
S.E.A. Aquarium – An eye-opener aquarium for a local. Amazing aquarium with world-class collections.
Interesting facts, something I learned new!
Singapore’s iconic symbol – The Merlion is a mythical creature with a lion’s head and a fish’s tail. According to legend, Singapore got its name back in the 14th century, when a visiting Indonesian prince spied what he thought was a lion. Thinking that was a good sign, he decided to found a city, which he called Singapura, on the very same spot. In Sanskrit, simha and our mean ‘lion’ and ‘city’. Singapura exchanged goods with Chinese, Arab, and Portuguese traders, but it wasn’t much more than a small fishing village when along came Sir Stamford Raffles.
There are seven Merlion statues around the city!
A Gem of a shop – floating Louis Vuitton boutique.
Built to float on its own little island, it stands out of the bay like a giant cut gemstone! Inside, it is designed to look like a very posh yacht, with teak floors, rope handles ad even portholes. The glass walls are screened to protect shoppers – and LV’s luxury leather bags from the effects of the sun lol. Those who can afford a $4,400 (£2,500) handbag will probably be welcome in the VIP lounge, too!
Worth waiting for Lim Chee Guan – Co-workers take turns waiting patiently in the very long line outside Lim Chee Guan. They know that when they get to the front, their bak kwa will be the best one in Singapore. Bak kwa is a specialty of the Chinese new year, traditionally made from sliced pork that is air dried and then cooked over charcoal. Sweet, savory, and smoky all at the same time. Also other flavors such as chicken or chili and even a vegetarian version and one made with pineapple!
Fullerton Square, Singapore River
Five boys throw off their clothes and leap into the river. It looks like a scene that could happen today, but the image is frozen in time, because it is a bronze sculpture by Chong Fah Cheong. The boys are children of the very first immigrants to Singapore who, having no toys and absolutely no gadgets to play with, would have used the river as a huge swimming pool and playground.
Marina Bay Street Circuit – 1,500 lightning projectors illuminate the course and there is rumbling in the air! Singapore has been a Formula One city since 2008 and it is Grand Prix track zooms passed some of the most spectacular sights! 780 million viewers worldwide.
There are so many activities that I have not tried below. We don’t research these activities as we only had two days in Singapore, more like a stop-over. I would recommend a week or more.
Changi Airport won the best airport award for seven years on the tot! It is shame we missed this out as we visited in 2013, Singapore create this clever stopover entertainment in 2019.
There is so much to do at Changi, shops, restaurants, a butterfly garden, a fish pond, a slide that is 12m (39ft) high, and a free 24 hours cinema! Plane-spotters can even watch take-offs and landings from the luxury rooftop.
Wobbly Walkway – Central Catchment Nature Reserve
Wooden steps lead to a narrow bridge up to 25cm (82ft) above the forest floor. You need to have a head for heights because you can’t turn back as it is so narrow and only a single file in one direction! You get to see tropical rainforest and spot macaque monkeys swinging through the trees!
There is also Sentosa cable car that sets off from Mount Faber (Singapore’s second highest hill) and zips over the water to Sentosa Island.
Marina Bay Sands Hotel
We skip this rooftop pool experience because it didn’t come cheap with rooms starting at several hundred dollars a night! The only way to swim in the Marina Bay Sands pool in Singapore is to be a hotel guest. Still, you can buy a ticket to the SkyPark observation deck and grab a drink at the bar as another option!
Our last trip! I hope these tips are helpful for your first trip to Singapore!
Saira Travels 
Wow, I interesting to seen this blog video. It’s Rupal unseen photos in the world and I’d like to go there one day. This is exclusive culture by Singapore.
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Great times you guys had!
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