The Saturday City: Singapore
Singapore was not exactly what I thought it would be. Since their image as hyper clean, hyper-legitimate, I was expecting a very regimented, neat, clean, and the police serious city. I found nothing about it.
In fact, in three days, the city walk, not seen, I once something that looked like a policeman or even a security guard. Perhaps it is the fear of reprisal, keeps people in line. Laws in Singapore are harsh- very hard, which is probably why there is no need to maintain a large presence of police on the street.
Despite not live up to my expectations police state, the town was a lot of fun. Singapore is often described as a three-day city, like most people who make a few main sites and think it can be seen otherwise. While the city did not cry exciting, crazy, action-packed me, you could easily spend a week in Singapore and still much to do.
Singapore can leisurely at a fixed date or a walk on two. There is a good mix of colonial buildings, low-rise houses and high modern office towers. The wide streets, clean air, and large buildings make for a very nice walk. You can go in about 45 minutes from Little Arabia to Chinatown, and that stretch quite far includes the most central area of the city. If you want to get adventurous, you can in the suburbs to walk out, but there is no real reason.
Singapore is very hot, but fortunately there is an underground network of air conditioned shopping malls and "roads" that connect the downtown. You can use a bit of shopping stay cool, do something to eat to do, and just meander until you are ready to meet again the streets.
are by strict rules known Singapore also known for its cuisine. Little India and Chinatown are two of the most famous foodie parts of the city. They are great dim sum, noodles, beef and other Chinese delicacies in Chinatown. Over in Little India, you will find a little piece of Asia. From what I have said, it's the closest to get to India, without actually being there. Try the places on the main street, where everyone eats with their hands. It is a very pleasant experience. So make sure you know whether it's okay to eat with your hands. Otherwise, the owner starts and looks dirty give, if you dig with your fingers instead of silverware they offer. Not that I speak from experience or anything. For your last meal, head what I dub "Little Arabia." Part of the city near the mosque, which is filled with large Malay and Arabic food. If you are looking for more high-end food, there are plenty of restaurants throughout the city. The city is a gastronomic dream.
The major attraction in Singapore is the Zoo. The Singapore Zoo is known for its width, and their natural habitats and good animal treatment. The zoo is a bit outside the city center and takes about an hour by public transport. But it's worth it. There are lions and tigers and bears from around the world, as well as elephants, zebras, monkeys and more. The animals are not kept behind bars, but are separated from the visitors by huge gulleys, to make a better environment for all. This is however not keep the monkey in one place, and they can be swung to see in the zoo anywhere. This makes for a lot of nature experience and allows you to get really close to the animals. There is also an excellent night safari where you can see some of the creatures of the night - how annoying tourists who do not listen and use their flash cameras. will meet both adventure wallet hard (expected daily with food, costs about 60 Singapore dollars), but if you have a thing in Singapore just to do that it should be.
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