Singapore - Little Red Dot
ASIAN Geographic|AG 01/2021 - 146
Famously known as the “Little Red Dot”, Singapore is located at the tip of the Malaysian Peninsula and is Southeast Asia’s most modern city. Located just 137 kilometres from the equator, the country is home to over five million people who live on just 710 square kilometres of land.
Singapore - Little Red Dot

Once a British colony, Singapore first joined the Federation of Malaysia in 1963, before later becoming an independent state on August 9, 1965. What not everyone appreciates about this tiny island nation is that it is actually home to over 64 offshore islands. Only three of them are inhabited – Singapore Island, Sentosa and Pulau Ubin – with another four – Pulau Tekong, Pulau Sudong, Pulau Pawai and Pulau Senang – belonging to the Singapore Armed Forces.

A bustling metropolis, the city is made up of a harmonious blend of religions, cultures, arts and architecture, and though physically small, it has established itself as one of the world’s leading tourist destinations, and an economic giant.

With every corner you turn, you are sure to find something new and exciting about this country and from luxury shopping to cultural landmarks and eateries, Singapore has something to offer every traveller.

INFORMATION

WHEN TO GO Year round

GETTING AROUND The MRT (Mass Rapid Transport) train is a spotlessly clean, safe and efficient way of getting around the city, with many of the main tourist attractions within walking distance from a station. Most one-way trips cost between S$1 and S$2, and if you are looking for unlimited travel on the MRT and buses, you can pick up a Singapore Tourist Pass (S$10, S$16 and S$20 for 1, 2 or 3 days, respectively)

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