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Singapore is located in the South-Eastern part of Asia at the southern tip of the Malayan Peninsula and lies in very close vicinity of the equatorThe former British trading post and colony has carved a unique niche for itself in its two short centuries of existence, nowadays offering a vivid combination of ultra-modern skyscrapers, remnants of tropical rainforest and colourful ethnic urban areas, each with a character very much of their own. One of the most noticeable features of this tiny but bustling city-state is its cleanliness - indeed, it is sometimes criticised for its many seemingly petty regulations, such as the banning of chewing gum - but crime is virtually unknown, and it is one of the world's safest places to visit.  Despite its rather sanitised reputation, though, Singapore is anything but dull. The visitor is spoilt for choice, for things to see and do, and in terms of vibrant nightlife, its rich cultural mix, and a whole planet's worth of culinary experiences. Singapore is a veritable feast for the senses, a heady mixture of the familiar and the exotic.Whether staying in Singapore for the entirety of your Honeymoon, or using it as a stop off between destinations you will find plenty to do and see. Great shopping is to be had inn Singapore City's Orchard Road - the ‘Oxford Street' of Singapore, and just as bustling, with its vast malls, shops ranging from megastores to vendors of souvenir tat, as well as cafes and restaurants. Prop up the bar at the Raffles Hotel , one of the most famous hotels in the world. A ‘Singapore Sling' (a head-spinningly good cocktail) in the Long Bar is almost de rigueur; to sober up, drop into the Writers' Bar. Hang out with the trendy locals in Chinatown's Club Street, a smart playground for advertising and banking types, with numerous bars and restaurants housed in narrow and historic streets Take a trip along Singapore River aboard a bumboat. These were once used to ferry goods to and from larger ships moored in the harbour, and nowadays offer an excellent way to see the contrasting historical and modern architectural styles of the city. Or take the short trip across to Sentosa Island, with its many and varied attractions ranging from theme parks to an aquarium, a cable car ride, the Sky Tower, nature trails and plenty of bars and restaurants.Take to the water and canoe around the island - there are a number of operators hiring out canoes at Changi point, East Coast and Sentosa Island.  Explore the National Orchid Garden in Singapore's Botanic Gardens which has the largest collection of orchids in the world. The Botanic Gardens have landscaped parkland and primary jungle. Enter the fascinating world of nocturnal wildlife at Night Safari a little over an hour by bus from Singapore city. Regular animal performances complement the park's extensive zoo collections.The ethnic diversity of the nation imparts a strong influence on the cuisines of Singapore. The cuisines of Singapore bear strong influence of the Malaysian, Indian, Chinese, and Indonesian delicacies. The western traditions can also be reflected in the Singaporean cuisines. In Singaporean hawker stores one can come across a Chinese chef experimenting with tamarind, turmeric and ghee, which bear strong influence with the Indian style of cooking. The Indian Chefs are also blessed with the liberty to use Chinese influences in their cooking styles. The cuisine of Singapore is significantly rich and is considered to be a major cultural attraction of the island state. The abundant hawker centers are the most sought after destinations for people in search of variety in tastes available at low prices. The Muslim population in Singapore is strictly against the consumption of pork while the Hindus do not eat beef. The close historical and cultural ties with Malaysia can also be reflected in the cuisine of Singapor  The exact positioning of Singapore is 1° north of the equator and has a tropical type of climate. The geographical location and the influence of the sea in Singapore exert a great influence on the climatic conditions of the country. The location of the country affects a lot on its weather and climatic conditions. The main features of its climate are uniform temperature and pressure, high humidity and abundant rainfall. Singapore is generally hot and humid. It's warm and humid year round, with the temperature almost never dropping below 20°C (68°F), even at night, and usually climbing to 30°C (86°F) during the day. Recent times, it even reached till 35°C. Humidity is high, mounting over a 75% mark.November and December is the rainy season. June-August is considered to be the best time to visit, but even then it rains often. Don't let the climate stop you from going, however. Most buildings are air-conditioned (to the point that you may want to take a sweater), and pains have been taken to make everything as comfortable as can be, all things considered. When it does rain, it's generally only for a short period. For those who enjoy the sun and the beach, Singapore is an ideal place for beach lovers, as you get the hot hot sun throughout the year. So when you're in Singapore, just bring along your cooling apparels and hats.
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The beginnings of Singapore are steeped in local Malay legend. The island is said to have received its name from a visiting Sumatran prince in the 14th century, who saw a fearsome creature - later identified to him as a lion - on his arrival. Taking this as a good omen, the prince founded a new city on the spot