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Singapore

Singapore

As Ray Bradbury wrote these words, it is least likely that he may have not considered Singapore’s charm over the rest of the world. Probably the most famous destination in all of Southeast Asia, a trip to Singapore cannot be compromised for any other place or city. Populated by extravagant businessmen and Chinese-speaking local chefs, this city is a haven for everything delicious.

You can bite into some of the rarest and most exotic dishes ever prepared by men while delighting at the view of extraordinary architectural beauty made to perfection. But that’s not the only catch. Coming to this city is also an excellent opportunity for you to brush up on your fluency in English, Malay and Chinese dialects.

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What Languages Are Spoken In Singapore

English, Mandarin, Hokkien, Bahasa Malay, and Tamil are the main languages spoken in Singapore. The first language is English and signages in Singapore are all in the same language. However, many other languages are also spoken as there are over 2 million foreign talent residing in Singapore and a melting pot of diverse culture and nationalities. On a lighter note, Singaporeans use a local slang and started Singlish, their very own colloquial equivalent.

What Kind Of Electrical Sockets Are Used In Singapore

The standard sockets used in Singapore are 220V – 240V/ 50 Hz. Electronic adapters are easily available at electronic and hardware stores. Hotels may provide complimentary adaptors during your stay and Changi International Airport has complimentary charging stations and wi-fi to always stay in touch with work and leisure.

What Are The Main Cellular Service Providers In Singapore And Where To Get A Local Sim Card

The main cellular service providers in Singapore are SingTel, StarHub and M1. You can buy a local sim card from local telecom stores, 7-Eleven stores and post offices, by showing your passport.

What Are The Guinness World Records That Singapore Holds

There are many Guinness World Records that Singapore holds. One of the most popular phrases used in Singlish (A Unique blend of Singaporean & English) is ‘Kiasu’, which means ‘someone who works hard to get ahead of others’, it’s hardly surprising why Singapore holds so many records. To name a few:

Largest Curry – The Indian Chefs and Culinary Association of Singapore made a 16.91 ton curry in a 11-metre long curry pot.

1st Formula One Night Race – Singapore Grand Prix became the hosts of the World’s 1ST Formula One night race in 2008. They also became Asia’s 1st street circuit at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.

World’s Largest Jelly Mosaic (Singapore Flag) – Students from Imperial College Singapore Society created a 19.3m by 12.8 Singaporean Flag out of jelly. There were 16,125 pieces required to create the flag.

World’s Largest Vertical Garden – CDL’s Tree House in Singapore has the World’s Largest Vertical Garden. The green wall of the building measure’s 24, 638.59 sq. feet.

They also hold records for the largest gathering of free roaming horses, Largest Cardboard structure, Tallest Donation Box, Largest Logo made from coloring boxes and many more.

Is Singapore A City Or A Nation

Singapore is a congregation of a main island and 62 smaller islands. It is a city-state island which is also an independent nation. Singapore was once part of the British empire having founded by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819 and gained her independence in 1965. Singapore has progressed significantly as one of the richest countries globally and also financial hub with one of the highest GDP per capita.

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