Singapore is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Singapore that most people don't know.
Singapore transformed from a British trading post to one of the world's wealthiest nations in a single generation. It is the only country to have been expelled from a federation (Malaysia, 1965) rather than seeking independence — and its founding prime minister reportedly cried on live television.
Singapore is the only city-state in Southeast Asia.
Singapore has the world's busiest port by shipping tonnage.
Chewing gum is banned for sale in Singapore (though not for personal use).
Singapore went from third-world to first-world in a single generation under Lee Kuan Yew.
Singapore transformed from a British trading post to one of the world's wealthiest nations in a single generation. It is the only country to have been expelled from a federation (Malaysia, 1965) rather than seeking independence — and its founding prime minister reportedly cried on live television.
Singapore is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
Futuristic supertrees and climate-controlled domes housing plants from every climate on Earth
An iconic three-tower hotel with the world's largest rooftop infinity pool 200m above the city
Singapore's UNESCO street food culture — hawker stalls where Michelin-starred meals cost $3
A resort island with theme parks, beaches and the famous Universal Studios Singapore
Singapore transformed from a British trading post to one of the world's wealthiest nations in a single generation. It is the only country to have been expelled from a federation (Malaysia, 1965) rather than seeking independence — and its founding prime minister reportedly cried on live television.
The capital of Singapore is Singapore.
Singapore has a population of approximately 5.9M.
The official languages of Singapore are English / Malay / Mandarin / Tamil.
Singapore gained independence in 1965.
Singapore uses the Dollar (SGD).