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Singapore City is by far the largest and most significant island alongside 63 others that make up Singapore state. Here, especially at the mouth of the Singapore River, Asian tradition meets modern technology – gleaming skyscrapers tower over traditional architecture, while squat Chinese and Hindu temples stud the city. A curious blend of ancient and modern, the city is home to an ethnic mix of Chinese, Malaysians and Indians, as well as ex-pats from all over the world, in a predominantly English-speaking society. These different races live harmoniously thanks to religious tolerance, increased prosperity, stringent no-nonsense laws and a constant balmy equatorial heat. 

Although Raffles Hotel and a rank of good museums furnish insights into the past, modern consumer culture is the most prolific. The Great Singapore Sale dominates the early summer in the city centre, and most visitors to Singapore will indulge in its competitive prices and great selection. Everybody comes to eat, with food outlets at every step, from traditional hawker centres to modern food courts, Asian specialities to international haute cuisine – reflecting the diversity of ethnic communities that Singapore has long been home to. 

Singapore Night Safari

The drama and mystery of the tropical jungle come alive after dusk at the world's premier Night Safari in Singapore. You will be lead on a tram ride to cover a loop of the Zoo and will be able to view animals in complete safety and comfort. For the adventurous, take the walking trails where you encounter free-flying Malayan Fruit Bats.

A Little India Walk

Walk through the crowded streets and narrow alleys, and inhale the air infused with spices mingled with the heady fragrance of flower garlands. On this walk, you will be taken to a beautifully preserved Hindu temple, and uncover many hidden gems. Let your fortune be told by a sagely old bird.