Singapore is undoubtedly an amazing city that provides the travelers with everything they have been dreaming of all throughout the year. From various attractions to food, everything about Singapore is very inexplicable. The country witnesses huge travelers every year.
But, Do you know what makes them travel to this country? We will read about the same here.
Let’s start with the basics
- Singapore has a total population according to the recent data 5,757,191 that was recorded till 31st Jan 2018
- The capital city is Singapore itself because Singapore is also known as a country and a city both.
- People who reside in Singapore religion wise are, 33.2% Buddhism, 11.0% Taoism, 18.8% are Christianity, 14.0% Islam, Hinduism 5.0%, and other religion is 0.6%.
- The basic languages are Mandarin, English, Malay & Tamil.
- The currency used in the city is Singapore Dollar (SGD)
The Price Guide
This will help you keep yourself stick to the budget and you won’t be splurging much
- Beer will cost you around $5-15
- Coffee will be available to you within $1- 2
- Restaurant food will exceed $15
- Same with the bottled water so prefer using the tap water, which is again fresh and clean
- Planning to buy a sim card? It will cost you around $8-10
- Street Food will cost you $5-15
Talking about food, every country, city, or a state has a specialty in terms of cuisines or foods in particular. The same way Singapore also has a list of lip-smacking dishes that you must know about, before traveling down to Singapore.
Singapore Food
Wanton Mee
This dish is typically eaten dry, drenched with light sweet sauce, slices of pork char siew & Wanton dumplings that are filled with Pork, with a small bowl of soup.
Curry Fish Head
Either half a head or the full of the red snapper is stewed in curry with the assorted vegetables like Lady Finger & Brinjal
Laksa
This is a very famous dish, that uses vermicelli, coconut milk, tau pok(beancurd puffs), fish slices, Shrimp & cockles.
Chilli Crab
Chilli Crabs are often eaten along with fried mantous (buns) that are dipped in the luscious chili sauce.
Weather
If you are planning to travel recently in between the summers then you will experience dry Season that starts from March and remains until August the temp usually is 28-degree Celsius.
If you want to experience somewhat different kind of a weather, which is slightly different then, Wet Season will be suitable for you as it starts from September and lasts till February with 26-degree Celsius.
Top Spots/ Attractions
Marina Bay
Located at the 2 bayfront avenue Singapore. This is a beautiful destination that invites the travelers to witness, an amazing and serene view.
Singapore Zoo
This will definitely attract the kids and even the adults because of the variety of animals that you witness here are super enamoring. This is located at 80 Mandai lake road, Singapore. Visit and experience a beautiful wildlife existence.
Clarke Quay
Clarke Quay is a historical riverside in Singapore, which is located within the Singapore River Planning Area. The quay is situated upstream that gives an astonishing view to the travelers.
There are more attractions that you could even visit but, these were the few must visit attractions for the travelers.
Do’s That You Must Follow While In Singapore
- Always remove your shoes whenever you enter a private home, a temple or a Mosque
- Leave a napkin on the chairs you intend to sit at in hawker centers
- Keep the coins with you, in case you need to use a public toilet
- Always stand on the left-hand side of the escalators or train entrances
Some Dont’s That You Need To Remember
- Never use your left hand while greeting, gesturing or eating
- Don’t litter. As this is an offense and is also, against the law. S, beware as you can be charged $1000 for doing so.
- Never smoke or drink while traveling in the public transport.
