Ten Things That You Can Do In Singapore
By Jonathan Williams
Singapore can be found in Southeast Asia and is recognized as
one of the world’s richest countries. This country is also known
as the shopping center of Asia as well as the world, and
Singapore also has a very vibrant nightlife. These are the ten
things that you should do whenever you are in Singapore.
1.) Enjoy New Year’s Eve
Just like in any western country, New Year in Singapore is
spent with a big bang - literally. During New Year’s Eve, you
will enjoy the splendid firework displays as well as the parties
that happen afterwards. The most popular party is the foam party
on Sentosa’s beaches.
2.) Experience a Chinese New Year
If you want to experience New Year twice in a year, then the
best place to be in is Singapore where they celebrate the
Chinese New Year during February. This is also the busiest month
of the year in Singapore as crowds and crowds of Singaporeans
prepare for the 42-day celebration and flock to Chinatown. You
should not miss seeing the Chingay Parade during this
celebration as it happens along the Orchard Road.
3.) Ride the ferries
This is a great way to sightsee. You can ride ferries that will
take you from Singapore to Riau Islands (a province of
Indonesia) as well as Johor (a state of Malaysia). Through this,
you will get a feel of the Singaporean way of life and culture.
4.) Go on a Cruise
There are cruises that are being offered in Singapore. Through
this cruises, you will be able to see some of the countries near
Singapore. Cruises can be a two-day trip or as long as a ten-day
trip.
5.) Ride on a trishaw
Trishaws are bicycles that have three wheels. It is an old
method of being transported from one place to another (not
anymore used by the locals), and as such, it is a must-do for
visitors and tourists. Here, you will be toured around
Singapore’s Chinatown as well as the Singapore River.
6.) Ride a bumboat
If you want to cruise along the Singapore River, then ride a
bumboat. In this way, you also get to appreciate the majestic
skyscraper buildings as well as the great view the Singapore
River has to offer. There are also some bumboats that will take
you to an island in Singapore that is unoccupied, therefore, a
perfect place for picnics and a dip in the lagoon.
7.) Stroll along Chinatown as well as Little India and Bugis
Nothing will make a visitor appreciate the country more than
strolling along Chinatown. This is a good way to familiarize
yourself with the restaurants as well as shops that are abundant
in the country. You can also visit museums as well as parks for
a wonderful lovely afternoon.
8.) Visit the zoo and other parks and gardens
Singapore Zoo is a must-visit for any visitor, and it is home
to a wide variety of both domestic and exotic animals. You can
also go bird watching in Jurong Bird Park. There are also the
Botanical Gardens for a lovely walk, and it is a great place
where you can definitely relax.
9.) Shopping
What made Singapore so popular is that it is home to a lot of
malls and shopping centers, expensive boutiques as well as
little quaint shops. This country is the ultimate shopaholic’s
heaven as the prices are relatively low because of competition
and low tax and tariff. There is also the popular Great
Singapore Sale where you can get most items at a bargain, and
the stores are open until midnight.
10.) Wine and Dine
Experience Singapore’s native cuisine in its many restaurants.
Taste their famous chili crabs as well as kaya and laksa. There
are also restaurants that offer international cuisine as well.
About the Author: Jonathan Williams is the travel writer for
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