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Singapore was founded by Sir Stamford Raffles on the river with the same name. At first glance, Singapore looks like a modern city with the many skyscrapers and its New York like look at night but it is undoubtably a tipical Asian city, ancient Chinese, Indian and Malaezian traditions still being carefully preserved. These traditions and the modern aspect of the city give the Singapore its unique contrast.

Chinatown is the cultural center of the city and it is filled with temples and traditional restaurants. Here in the crowded streets, sight-seers, fortune tellers and worshipers are part of everyday life and they attract a large number of tourists. Tourist can find all sorts of genuine materials, spices, clothing and many more if they venture to little India or if they visit arab street.

Arab street is the muslin center of the city. This is the place tourists go for the many rose species, the floral essences, textile, hajis and Indonesian scarves. Here is also Singapores smallest masque Malabar Muslim Jama-ath and also the biggest and most visited mosque in the whole city Sultan Mosque. Traditional Indian restaurants can be found all over giving visitors the unique Indian gastronomical experience.

Jurong is the citys industrial center, but even here touristis can find places worth visiting. The most important would be Haw Par Villa, a popular theme park on Chinese mythology.
Another fact in Singapore is the cultural diversity. It is a multi-racial, multi-religious and multi-lingual city and being an important economical center many foreign people come here to. The population is made up of Chinese, Malays, Indians and Eurasians. Although citizens of all races think of themselves as Singaporean,but there are still certain areas that are inhabited by specific ethnic groups. Each area has its own culture and so its own religion.

One of the world’s major oil refining and distribution centres, Singapore is also a major supplier of electronic components and a leader in shipbuilding and repairing. It has also become one of the most important financial centres of Asia, with more than 130 banks. Business dealings are facilitated by Singapore’s superb communications network which links the Republic to the rest of the world via satellite, 24-hour telegraph and telephone systems. Singapore’s strategic location, excellent facilities, fascinating cultural contrasts and tourist attractions contribute to its success as a one of the most popular destinations for business but also for cultural enrichment and fun.

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