If you are a first time visitor to Singapore, a very warm
Below are some information which introduces to you Singapore.
Climate:
Tropical, mainly warm(hot to some), humid and sometimes rainy with thunderstorms.
Ethnic Groups:
Chinese, Malays, Indians and others.
Religions Afflications:
Buddhists, Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Hindus, Taoists, Confucianists
Languages:
Malay, Chinese, English, Tamil
Leaders:
President - Mr S R Nathan
Prime Minister - Mr Lee Hsien Loong
Senior Minister - Mr Goh Chok Tong
Minister Mentor - Mr Lee Kuan Yew
Public Transport System:
Mass Rapit Transit (MRT) - Trains Costs: $0.60 and up -ez-link ticket $0.64 & up (Adult/Senior), $0.40 & up (Child); or Standard ticket $0.80 & up
Buses Costs: $0.50 and up - ez-link ticket $0.63 & up (Adult/Senior), $0.45 & up (Child); or Standard ticket $0.80 & up (Adult/Senior), $0.45 & up (Child/Student)
Currency:
Singapore Dollars - exchangeable at banks/money changers located at Changi Airport
Major Banks:
Overseas Chinese Banking Corporation
Development Bank of Singapore
United Overseas Bank
Major International Banks:
Citibank
American Express Bank
Bank of America
Others:
Tipping - Tipping is generally not a way of life in Singapore. As most entertaining
related establishments like hotels, pubs, restaurants levy a 10% service charge, it is common
not to tip when at such establishments.
Smoking - It is against the law to smoke under air-conditioning areas like shopping
centers, cinemas, public transport systems (like taxis, MRT, bus), restaurants etc. It
is however, not prohibited (after hours applies in certain establishments) in places like
pubs, discos, karaoke bars, and some nightspots. It would be wise to check with the
establishments whether smoking is allowed just to be sure.
Littering - You may want to note that littering is strictly prohibited (which is why
Singapore has the reputation of being one of the cleanest city in the world!) and you may
face fines of up to S$1,000.00. Litter bins are conveniently located almost at every
corner you go, so do use them.
