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Singapur

The first record of Singapore is given in the 2nd century, when the territory appears in a map created by the mathematician, astrologer and geographer Ptolomeo. In the 3rd century (Chinese statements) Singapore appears as the "Island at the End", a reference to his location in the end of the Peninsula Malaya.  The name Singapore has his origins in the 14th century, when the prince of Srivijaya was of visit in the region, achievement to see a lion. After this meeting, the region happened to be known as Singapore, which in Sanskrit wants to say City of the León (singa = lion and pure = city).

Climate 

Singapore has an equatorial climate without distinguishable stations, with the temperatures and the pressure uniforms, high dampness and abundant rains. The temperatures are in the habit of changing between 23 and 32 °C. The relative average dampness is of about 79 % in the morning and 73 % in the evening.

Economy 

Singapore possesses a free, prosperous market economy, characterized by an opened environment. The economy depends principally on the exports and the refinement of imports of the electronic and industrial sector.

Language
The principal language of Singapore is the Englishman, used in the colleges, the official documents and the justice. Also they are official languages the mandarin, the Malay and the Tamil, a reflection of the etnias that form the country. There is an evident worry on the part of the authorities in strengthening the English without forgetting the different local cultures.

Religion

The principal religion is the Buddhism, but also there are present the christianity, the Islam, the Taoism and the Hinduism.

Culture

The culture of Singapore is a mixture of the cultures; small stone, British, Malay and indies, conjunction of elements of a history that differs for the immigration. In addition, 42 % of the population of Singapore is foreign, which turns it into the country with foreigners' major proportions worldwide, occupying the sixth position.

Feast days

Date:

1.  01/01
2. 15/02
3. 12/03 al 22/03
4. 28/05 al 28/06
5. 09/08
6. 03/09 al 13/09
7. 19/11 al 04/01
8. 25/12

Name:

1. New year
2. New year
3. Festivity of the half of the first quarter
4. Summer vacations
5. National festivity
6. Festivity of the half of the third quarter
7. Festivity of the New Year
8. Christmas

Local name:

1. Malayo: Tahun Baru
2. Chinese: 新年
3. Hari Cuti Triwulanan
4. Percutian Musim Panas
5. Kemerdekaan Kebangsaan
6. Hari Cuti Triwulanan
7. Tahun Baru
8. Malayo: Natal 

Observations:

1. New year in the Gregorian calendar
2. New year in the Chinese calendar
3. It lasts 10 days
4. It begins in a Friday and ends in a Tuesday, after a month of duration 
5. Celebration of the day of the Independence of Malaysia in 1965

Singapore

Singapore accommodates a wide range of international competitions, sports events and religious festivals (Muslim, Buddhist, Taoist and Hindu). 

• Chinese New Year: It is the most important holiday for the population of Chinese origin, so the main celebrations take place in Chinatown. This date coincides with the start of the first lunar month, which may occur between January 21 and February 21, approximately.
• Thaipusam Hindu festival celebrated by the Tamil community of Singapore. It is an annual procession held in the heart of Little India. Devotees travel the distance between Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple on Serangoon Road and Sri Thendayuthapani Temple on Tank Road. Many carry metal structures supported on the body without any protection as a way to show their devotion. It is a visual spectacle but it may not be liked by everyone because of that explicit demonstration of devotion.
• Pongal Another traditional Tamil festival that is celebrated in the middle of the month. In its Hindu origin the festival celebrated the good harvest. In Singapore, it also commemorates the beginning of the tenth Tamil month. The celebration lasts four days and the one that passes through Little India during the period will be able to witness traditional rituals. Campbell Lane, next to Serangoon Road, is transformed into a kind of traditional village.

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SINGAPUR

Singapore is an island and city-state very densely populated (4,200 people per square kilometer) in which the Chinese, Indonesian and Indian cultures coexist and in which the influence of the Middle East is also felt. Perhaps this mixture of different origins is what makes the offer of celebrations and rites of this country so attractive for the traveler.

For seven full weeks, the mostly ethnic Chinese community in Singapore organizes its biggest party of the year, without exception. The Chinese New Year represents a time for family unity, prayers for prosperity and retirement from restaurants, shopping and parties, focused primarily on the ethnic enclave of Chinatown

The festival usually takes place at the en of January or at the beginning of February.

During the celebration of the Chinese New Year, Singapore is transformed into an authentic fairy tale. The China Town district - the epicenter of the festival - is decorated with unbeatable decorations, ornaments and Chinese lanterns. In the city the markets are organized where different souvenirs are sold and you can taste the dishes of the gastronomy of China.

In addition, during the party, Singapore becomes the venue for several festivals, shows and shows. Among the most notable are the Chingay parade, the largest in Singapore, which consists of popular dances and boat races.

In addition, during the party, Singapore becomes the venue for several festivals, shows and shows. Among the most notable are the Chingay parade, the largest in Singapore, which consists of popular dances and boat races.

The Chinese New Year is an excellent opportunity to get to know the local traditions and customs, immerse yourself in the party environment and enjoy the recreation.

The Chinese New Year is an excellent opportunity to get to know the local traditions and customs, immerse yourself in the party environment and enjoy the recreation.

Night shows. Local and foreign cultural performance groups take the stage, exhibiting traditional Chinese shows such as martial arts, lion dances and Chinese opera.

Shopping a food bazaar during the Chinese New Year: The Chinatown of Singapore will house more than four hundred stalls selling traditional foods, flowers, Chinese handicrafts and traditional New Year decorations.

Try the barbecue goodies,the waxed duck and the freshly baked cookies on the street, or choose some traditional Chinese New Year decorations to remember the day.

SINGAPUR

SINGAPUR
Singapore is a republic that belongs to the Asian continent. It contains 73 islands, its government is the parliamentary republic. Singapore has divided its territory into 5 community development councils. The capital of Singapore is the city of Singapore.The city-state has been a land of migration for a long time. Its inhabitants are by majority of Chinese, Indian or Malay origin. This translates into a great cultural and religious diversity, which is demonstrated in the celebrations held in Singapore: the Chinese New Year, the Deepavali of the Hindus, l'Aid El-Fitr of the Muslims, the Vesak of the Buddhists or Friday Saint of Christians December 25 is a holiday for all, Christians or not, and celebrating Christmas has become commonplace for decades.Since November, the atmosphere of the city is very festive. The windows are decorated, the streets lit up and full of Christmas trees, and the Christmas carols echo in every store. Some shopping centers also offer shows with artificial snow, others allow children to see Santa Claus. The largest shopping avenue, Orchard Road, is the most impressive place and attracts more tourists every year. Several special events are organized on the theme of Christmas, for example, concerts, parades or shows.Christmas is celebrated with family, friends or colleagues. Many companies organize a small party and employees offer a gift to a friend.Singapore is also considered a paradise for shopping, and this period of the year is an occasion to sellExample of gastronomy in Singapore:Bak kut teh: soup made with pork ribs to which a variety of Chinese herbs and spices are poured.Bak chor mee: egg noodles with minced pork and other ingredients, served dry or in soup. The mee pok noodles are generally used in the preparation of this dish.Ban mian: handmade noodles served with vegetables, meatballs, mushrooms and an egg in a ikan bile soup.

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Singapore

Singapore

Geography 

It is located to a degree to the north of the parallel of the Ecuador, in the extreme south of the Malay Peninsula, separated by the Strait of Johor, of a km and a half of width. The island has an extension of 540 km² being the total surface , with the four islets that constitute the territory of the Republic, of 622 km². The highest point is the hill of Bukit Timah of only 177 meters above sea level.Sentosa, the island resort of Singapore, is located a short distance away. to the south of the main island, accessible by cable car, highway, or ferry.

Climate 

The climate is tropical, hot and humid, without well defined seasons. The average annual temperature is 28ºC during the day and 25ºC at night. The rains take place more frequently during the months of November and December. Although these are sudden and strong, they are also brief and very refreshing. The tropical climate of Singapore offers visitors unlimited opportunities to experience pleasant outdoor vacations throughout the year.

Clothing 

Due to the warm and humid weather throughout the year, it is recommended to wear light and fresh clothes from natural materials such as cotton. Informal clothing is accepted in most places and situations, but in some establishments it is required to dress according to certain requirements of formality.

History 

The first historical mention of Singapore dates from the 11th century BC, when it was occupied by the Chola Dynasty fleet, originally from the Deccan. The ancient Chinese and Javanese chronicles call Tumasek Island "the city of the sea". Its current name, Singapore, comes from the Malayan Sanskrit Singa Pura, which means the "lion city", as the first Indian settlers named it in honor of the sacred lion of the divinity Sri Mariamman. The current Singapore was born in January 1819, when Sir Stamford Raffles, then Governor of Bencoolen, came to the island to establish a commercial base of the "British Company of the East Indies" and thus compete with the Dutch who dominated the region. That same year Raffles signed a treaty with Sultan Hussein de Johor, through which the latter rented the territory to the British In 1826, Singapore became part of the so-called Strait Settlements, which became colonies of the British Crown in 1867. The natural harbor of the island and its strategic location made Singapore quickly an ideal place for commercial exchange and allowed the island to flourish with the policy of free trade.The Japanese conquer Singapore in 1942 to evacuate it in 1945 The island returns to be British colony but in 1959 it assumes the self-government to become independent Republic the 9 of August of 196 5. Currently Singapore is a Parliamentary Republic and a member of the British Commonwealth.

Language 

In Singapore there are four official languages: Malay, Mandarin, Tamil and English. The latter is the language of administration and business and is spoken and understood by the majority of the inhabitants. Religion Like its population is very varied. Walking through its streets you will see minarets of mosques, gothic cathedrals, Hindu and Chinese temples. The main religions are Islamic, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism and Judaism. Places of prayer accept visitors as long as they are appropriately dressed and respect ceremonies or rituals with respect. Please bear in mind that you should not wear shoes when entering temples or mosques.

Food 

In Singapore the possibilities of tasting a great diversity of cuisines are endless. Varieties of Chinese, Malaysian, Thai, Indonesian, Korean and Japanese dishes are offered. All a wide Asian cuisine without forgetting other international ones like the French, the simple Italian cuisine or the spicy Mexican. Also well known are the hawker food center, outdoor spaces that offer a wide selection of local dishes at very affordable prices.

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Singapur

Singapore

The Republic of Singapore is a sovereign city-state and island country in Southeast Asia.

Singapore's territory consists of one main island along with 62 other islets. Since independence, extensive land reclamationhas increased its total size by 23% (130 square kilometres or 50 square miles). The country is known for its transition from third world to first world in a single generation, under the leadership of its founding father, Lee Kuan Yew.

New Year's celebration in Singapore

In the new year is done a fireworks display in Marina Bay, various activities from a giant carnival, art markets, a visual projection showcase and, of course, a grand fireworks showcase at the stroke of midnight, this is definitely the countdown event not to be missed.

Typical food of Singapore

Singaporean food can be divided into five types: meat, seafood, rice, noodles, and dessert or snacks. Singapore is especially renowned for its seafood. Chili crab and black pepper crab are two quintessential dishes that dominate the scene and are greatly recommended to tourists. Another favourite is sambal stingray. In the meat category, Hainanese chicken rice is the most popular dish. Essentially, it is rice cooked with chicken fat, served with boiled chicken, accompanied with chili sauce. Three noodle dishes stand out in Singapore cuisine. “Fried Hokkien mee”, fried egg noodles with prawns, sliced pork and gravy, "Nonya laksa", rice noodles served in a coconut prawn broth and "Char Kuey Teow", stir-fried rice noodles with prawns, Chinese sausage, lard and cockles. In the snack category, kaya toast is the representative dish, primarily due to the use of kaya. "Kaya kopitiams" are a common sight on the island. These affordable coffee shops dish out bread toasts, spread with coconut jam and butter, served with coffee and tea.

Interesting Facts About Singapore

-The national language of Singapore is Malay. The four official languages of the country are English, Chinese, Tamil, and Malay

-Singapore is among the 20 smallest countries in the world, with a total land area of only 682.7 square kilometers. The United States is about 15,000 times bigger.

-Singapore’s Bukit Timah Nature Reserve holds more species of trees than the entire North American continent.

Singapur 
Singapore places between Malaysia, on which it borders in the northern part, and Indonesia in the southern part. It is formed by 64 islands including the principal island known as the island of Singapore or Pulau Ujong.? This island is joined to the Malay peninsula by two bridges. The first one leads to Johor Bahru's frontier city in Malaysia.
The official languages of Singapore are the Englishman, Malay, mandarin and Tamil. The national language is the Malay, and the national anthem, "Majula Singapura", is sung in this language. Do nevertheless, almost all the inhabitants of Singapore speak more than one language and Some persons speak three or four languages.
Bank holidays in Singapore
New Chinese year:
This one is the festivity that is celebrated in the beginning of the first lunar month (between January 21 and February 21) and is the most important for the inhabitants of Singapore of Chinese origin, who are the majority. Most of the celebrations develops in Chinatown.
 Lao-Tse's anniversary:
In this festivity there is remembered, every March and for one week, the birth of Lao-Tse, founder of the Taoist religion.
 All Souls' Day (Qingmingjie):
 In this festivity, the Chinese population of the city of Singapore visits the tomb of his ancestors to remember them, doing also floral offerings and diverse rituals. The date of this celebration ranges between 4 and on April 6.
Festival of the Boats of the Dragoon:
In this festival the Chinese people remembers the poet Qu Yuan, who died drowned, and in his honor there are organized careers of boats that recreate the aspect of a dragoon
 Gastronomic Festival of Singapore:
The festival is carried out for ten days in the second half of July. It consists of a series of samples and degustations of the local kitchen (satay, piquant crab, cake of carrot, ect.), though also it includes fashionable parades and musical spectacles.
Local dishes of Singapore
Singapore has a varied gastronomy, due to the multicultarismo that exists about his history. His kitchen has a variety of Indian, Chinese and Malay flavors
Rice with chicken Hainanese: Also so called Chicken Wenchang. It is the national plate of Singapore. It contains piquant sauce of red chili and meat of tender chicken to the steam.
 Crab: It is the local dish of Singapore. One adds the pepper or chili.
 Laksa: It is a soup of noodles with spices and milk of coconut.

 Satay: They are skewers marinaded of chicken or pork.
Typical sweets of Singapore
Roti Booms: Prepared with lard and sugar. They are round and sweet.
 Sandwich of ice cream: Prepared with bread of mass with milk, landfill with ice cream.
 Tofu fa: Also known like tau huey or tofu pudding. It is very soft mixed with syrup.

 Bubur Servants: Prepared with water of coconut, sugar of palm and syrup of pandan.

SINGAPORE

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The Republic of Singapore is a very interesting place because it has a lot of tourism and places of interest for several people. To get to this country you have to know where Singapore is.

Singapore is a republic that belongs to the continent of Asia. It contains sixty-three islands, its government is the parliamentary republic. Singapore has divided its territory into five community development councils. The capital of Singapore is the City of Singapore.

The Republic of Singapore is located between Malaysia and Indonesia, the former being its limit in the north and the latter its limit in the south. Singapore is made up of sixty-four islands and the best known of them is the main island of Singapore, called Pulau Ujong.

Singapore receives the title as the second city with the highest population density in the world. Among all these inhabitants there are Chinese, Indians, Malays, and also Europeans and Latin Americans.

The climate of Singapore is equatorial, there is no difference between seasons as temperatures and pressures are mostly uniform, likewise, humidity and rain are abundant.

Languages ​​or official languages ​​of Singapore

English

Tamil

Malay

Mandarin

The multicultural heritage of Singapore is manifested in its cuisine and is that, although the international spirit reigns in the streets, Chinese, Indian and Malaysian dishes are the star of many restaurants.

Some of the delights of Singapore cuisine are:

Crab: Whether it's pepper, chili or any other way, crab is the most typical dish in Singapore.

Satay: marinated skewers of chicken or pork with peanut sauce. It is the favorite dish for international tourists.

Char Kway Teow: Rice noodles with garlic, meat, prawns and various sauces.

Laksa: Noodle soup of different variants.

Rice with chicken Hainanese: Steamed chicken with rice and various sauces.

Roti Prata: Although it is an original dish from India, the roti has become a classic among Singaporeans. It is a pancake that can carry different ingredients inside.

Singapore offers you a moment full of poetry to celebrate this end of the year. On New Year's Eve, tradition dictates that people write on paper white lanterns a message to express their wishes, dreams and hopes for the new year, and do this from mid-November. In total, more than 20,000 luminous spheres, including perhaps yours, are released in the water of the Bay of Singapore.

While the messages float, you can enjoy concerts and shows to culminate and as a finishing touch, the magnificent fireworks that illuminate the Singapore sky for several minutes.

Preparations for the event begin to be seen well in advance. The streets are decorated with so characteristic red lanterns and stores start selling the corresponding paraphernalia.

In the Chinese calendar the years are based on the zodiac. Each year corresponds to an animal. This 2015 it's the turn of the goat. Next year will be the monkey and then the rooster. Every 12 years, it goes back to the beginning, the rat.

Only for the celebration of the Chinese New Year are illuminated and decorated temples and streets with red lanterns or similar. Goats (or the animal on duty) is represented everywhere and especially on shirts, hats, umbrellas ... etc. that are sold as souvenirs. In Singapore, where I spent a few weeks before the New Year, on New Bridge Road (one of the streets adjacent to Chinatown in Singapore) they have planted a crowd of goats that light up at night. She misses Heidi among so many goats, but it is still beautiful.

You can find all kinds of stuffed animals and goat dolls in the street stalls of Chinatown (the Chinatown of Singapore). Some really fun. Pineapples are also used to decorate houses and streets. It is a fruit that symbolizes fortune and is usually made of red and yellow paper (colors that also symbolize fortune) to reinforce its meaning. They also sell the ubiquitous golden cats that move the leg, huge piggy banks to save all year, pamphlets to hang on the doors and offerings to take to the temples.

On the other hand, in Penanag (northwest of Malaysia) is the Ke Lok Si temple, the largest Buddhist Chinese temple that exists outside of China. If in Singapore they illuminate their temples in a moderate and elegant way, on this island the Chinese - as in many other things - have gone out of their hands to enlighten.

In addition to food, Chinese families follow some of these traditions to welcome the new year and have a fortune:

In what would be our old night, after the family dinner, the children want to be awake as long as possible. It is believed that the longer you are awake, the more you bless the longevity of your parents.

The drums that accompany the traditional lion dance serve to ward off bad omens and welcome a safe and auspicious new year.

To prepare for the arrival of the new year, families stock up on food and products with words or phrases that have a positive meaning.

The biggest event of the Chinese New Year is the family dinner of the vigil night to start the year with prosperity.

The doors and windows are decorated with red paper with filigree and gold texts that mean a prosperous new year that arrives.

Spring cleaning: it is believed that before the end of the year, the house must be thoroughly cleaned. The cleaner and more orderly, the more wealth and good luck the new year will bring. Cleaning is usually done (they say) among the whole family.

The family members married, give the youngest and children, red envelopes with money as a form of blessing and thus eliminate aging and the problems of the coming year. This tradition is called Am Pow.

During the celebration of the Chinese New Year, Longan (lichies) is served, symbolizing health and strength like that of the dragon. Red tea is also consumed a lot. By its color it symbolizes good fortune and sweet blessings for the whole year.

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Singapore

Singapore, where the situation is a little different. The City-State, a former British colony, has long been a land of migration. Its inhabitants are by majority of origin china, india or malaya.  

December 25th is a holiday for everyone, Christian or not, and celebrate Christmas has become usual for decades.

From the month of November, the city's atmosphere is very festive. The shop windows are decorated, streets lit and full of Christmas trees, and Christmas carols. The largest commercial Avenue, Orchard Road, is the most impressive place, and each year attracts more tourists. Several special events are organized on the theme of Christmas, for example, concerts, parades or shows.  Christmas is celebrated with the family, friends, or colleagues. Many companies organize a small party, and employees offer a gift to the person who has put on luck.

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 Singapur is an island sovereign country of Asia, formed by sixty-three islands, whose form of government is the parliamentary republic. Its territory is divided into five community development councils. Its capital is the city of Singapore, so Singapore is considered a city-state. Singapore offers a moment full of poetry to celebrate this end of the year. On New Year's Eve, tradition dictates that people write on paper white lanterns a message to express their wishes, dreams and hopes for the new year, and do this from mid-November. Some of the gastronomic dishes in signapur are:

 Crab: Whether it's pepper, chili or any other way, 

 Satay: marinated skewers of chicken or pork with peanut sauce. 

Char Kway Teow: Rice noodles with garlic, meat, prawns and various sauces.

 Laksa: Noodle soup of different variants. 

SINGAPORE

In Singapore, the new year celebration lasts 15 days after new year, preparations for the event are beginning to see in advance. Pineapples are used to decorate houses and streets, it is a fruit that symbolizes fortune and normally make them red and yellow paper (colors also symbolizing Fortune) to reinforce its meaning. 

After the family new year's Eve dinner, all come to temples to pray to the gods. It is the way to ask for a good year and fortune.In temples are also burned papers symbolizing money and gold so that they reach the gods and these bless them with fortune in this new year At the doors of these temples, also huge barite from incense burn of up to nearly 4 meters high it takes to consume about 24 hours.

Singapore

Singapore officially the Republic of Singapore  is a sovereign city-state and island country in Southeast Asia.

The exquisite Singapore celebrates New Year with lot of grandeur, splendor, and enthusiasm. All the major celebrations as made in and around the time of New Year are in accordance to the Chinese traditions and customs.

The entire skyline of Singapore as well as streets of Singapore are illuminated with colorful lights in such a wonderful way that it seems that it have been taken directly out of an artist’s creative mind. Also, roads are lighted up with fancy blistering lights. All small and big markets and malls are also decorated, usually with flowers and cottons, to reflect the essence of New Year festival and to draw more and more people during the time. Shopkeepers put attractive gift items on display, including toys, flowers, clothes, firecrackers, etc.

The Siloso Splash party and Cirque Aquatique Ball are other great party options, much because of the great music and fine food they serve. This party begins on New Year’s Eve and goes ion till the early hours of the New Year.

There is a tradition of organizing feasts during the time of New Year, in which all friends and members of the family are invited to be a part of the mutual celebration. There is another tradition which is referred as Chun Jei, for which preparations begin a month before the day of New Year. The tradition of Chun Jei calls everyone to develop positive hopes for the future, and abandoning all negativities, troubles, miseries, and failures of the past in the past itself. Significant amount of importance is given to a belief that one should look forward to give a new and positive start with the initiation of New Year, and that will lead to wealth, prosperity, peace, and healthiness in the coming tim.

Singaporean cuisine is diverse and contains elements derived from several ethnic groups, as a result of its history as a seaport with a large immigrant population. 

In Singapore, food is viewed as crucial to national identity and a unifying cultural thread. Singaporean literature declares eating a national pastime and food a national obsession. Food is a frequent topic of conversation among Singaporeans. Religious dietary strictures do exist; Muslims do not eat pork and Hindus do not eat beef, and there is also a significant group of vegetarians/vegans. People from different communities often eat together, while being mindful of each other's culture and choosing food that is acceptable for all.

Other than Singaporean cuisine, it is also common in Singapore to find restaurants specialising in cuisine from a great variety of countries around the world.

5 interesting facts about Singapore.

• Singapore’s national anthem is in micro-text on the back of their $1,000 note.
• Singapore is one of only three surviving city-states in the world. The other two are Monaco and the Vatican City.
• Sang Nila Utama, a prince from Palembang, saw a creature he thought was a lion and named the island “Singapura” which means “Lion City” in Sanskrit. However, there have never been lions outside of captivity in Singapore.
• In addition to its main island, the nation of Singapore includes 63 additional islands, most of which are uninhabited.
• Singapore is among the 20 smallest countries in the world, with a total land area of only 682.7 square kilometers. The United States is about 15,000 times bigger.