This legendary hi-tech Asian city attracts many people with its towering steel and cement buildings as an international financial center. Singapore has also maintained its culture, with traditional enclaves that give Singapore that Asian touch.  Festivals light up the streets in February with the Chinese New Year parades, as well as the Hindu festivals of Light in November. This makes Singapore a popular destination for travelers wishing to indulge in the culture or for the serious shoppers, Singapore offers magnificent malls with competitive prices. The early summer months bustle in anticipation of the Singapore Sale - a time when tourists can cash in on the competitive prices of electronic equipment, jewelery and other merchandise.
Shimmering skyscrapers towering above the slick financial districts and elegant colonial buildings preserve a lingering old-world charm making Singapore a favorite for travelers around the world.

Destination Highlights

Time Local time is GMT +8
Communication: The international access code for Singapore is +65
Currency: The unit of currency is Singapore Dollar (SGD), which is divided into 100 cents
Local Customs:

Images courtesy of the Singapore Tourism Board