Snapshot of Singapore

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Take Asian culture-a heavy helping of Chinese, a pinch of Indian, a dash of Malay-and mix in a generous dose of Western expats. Bring to a boil with the world's busiest port and its bustling affluence; top it off with soaring skyscrapers, shopping meccas, and, why not, legendary street food hawkers. You've got Singapore: diverse, alive and anything but sterile.

While this former colony lacks the... more local info

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Singapore Neighborhoods

Central

The Central District is the beating heart of Singapore. In Clarke Quay it beats to the sounds pumping out of dozens of bars and clubs while at the world-famous Esplenade Theatres, the rhythms tend to... more neighborhoods

History

It all began in the third century AD when this pristine island, at the end of the Malay Peninsula, was used as a trading post by merchants sailing to China. The first settlers were the Malays, who came...

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