25 Interesting Facts about Singapore

• Location and Borders: Singapore is a city-state located in Southeast Asia. It is situated at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, and it is bordered by Malaysia to the north across the Causeway and the Singapore Strait to the south. The country is made up of the main island and several smaller islands.
• Square: The country covers an area of approximately 728.6 square kilometers.
• National Currency: The currency of Singapore is the Singapore Dollar (SGD).

Interesting Facts about Singapore:

1. In 2017, Singapore ranked among the top five most expensive cities in the world. Nearly three percent of the country’s population are dollar millionaires.
2. Singapore’s economic miracle transformed it from a rural village into one of the wealthiest countries in the world within a few decades, largely thanks to Lee Kuan Yew, who led the country for three decades.
3. Any car in Singapore comes with an added tax of seven percent and a customs duty of twenty percent of its value.
4. Singapore is one of the 20 smallest countries in the world, with an area of only 715 square kilometers.
5. According to a British Council study, Singaporeans are the fastest pedestrians in the world.
6. Only fifteen percent of the population in Singapore own cars. In Europe, this figure is eighty-four percent.
7. Taxis in Singapore not only have roof lights but also electronic displays indicating whether the car is available.
8. In Singapore, you can see six sculptures of the Merlion, a mythical creature with a lion’s head and a fish’s body, and a symbol of the city.
9. One of the quirks of Singaporean law is that it forbids watering houseplants and leaving open water in flowerpots.
10. Singapore is the only country in the world that relies entirely on imported resources for development, from sand and building materials to ordinary fresh water.
11. The majority of Singapore’s population is Chinese (seventy-seven percent). Malays make up fourteen percent, Indians eight percent, and other ethnic groups are in smaller numbers.
12. Traffic jams are rare in Singapore because the city’s roads are maintained according to feng shui principles.
13. The country’s policies discourage citizens from buying cars, contributing to the low number of vehicles.
14. Singapore is passionate about toilets. World Toilet Day on November 19 was established after the Singaporean government proposed a United Nations resolution to recognize this day.
15. Singapore is considered a multi-religious country, with 33% of the population being Buddhists, 19% non-religious, 18% Christians, 14% Muslims, 11% Taoists, and 5% Hindus.
16. Singapore has an equatorial climate, meaning it is always hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from +25 to +30°C and humidity at eighty-six percent.
17. Singaporean men always wear trousers, and women wear stockings, even in temperatures as high as forty degrees.
18. The Port of Singapore is the largest container port in the world, capable of handling 1,000 ships simultaneously, and is considered the best and most environmentally friendly seaport in Asia.
19. Singapore is known for its cleanliness and strict laws. For example, chewing gum is banned, and littering or smoking in public places can result in hefty fines.
20. The iconic Marina Bay Sands hotel features the world’s largest rooftop infinity pool, offering stunning views of the city skyline.
21. The Singapore Flyer, a giant Ferris wheel, is one of the tallest in the world, providing panoramic views of the city.
22. Singapore is home to Gardens by the Bay, a nature park spanning 101 hectares, featuring the famous Supertree Grove and Cloud Forest Dome.
23. The Changi Airport in Singapore is consistently ranked as one of the best airports in the world, known for its amenities, including a butterfly garden, movie theaters, and a rooftop pool.
24. Singapore has one of the highest per capita incomes in the world and is a major financial hub in Asia.
25. The Singaporean education system is highly regarded globally, with students consistently ranking among the top in international assessments.