Singapore

is an island city country located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, Southeast Asia. With an area of about 735,7 km², this country consists of one main island and 63 other small islands. Bordered by Malaysia in the north through the Strait of Johor and with the Riau Islands, Indonesia in the south through the Strait of Singapore.   🏛️ History of Singapore The name "Singapore" comes from the Sanskrit "Siṃhapura" which means "Lion City". According to legend, a prince from Sriwijaya named Sang Nila Utama discovered this island in the 13th century and named it after seeing an animal that he believed to be a lion.   In 1819, Sir Stamford Raffles founded the British port in Singapore, making it a strategic trading center between India and China. After the British colonial period and Japanese occupation during World War II, Singapore joined the Federation of Malaysia in 1963. However, on August 9, 1965, Singapore separated and became an independent country.    🌍 General Profile • Government System: Unicameral parliamentary republic.  • Capital City: Singapore (as a city state, capital city and country are one entity). • Population: Around 6 million people (2024), with a majority of ethnic Chinese, followed by Malays, Indians, and others.  • Official Language: English, Malay, Mandarin, and Tamil. • Currency: Singapore Dollar (SGD).  • Time Zone: UTC+8.  • Phone Code: +65. 📈 Economy and Infrastructure Despite its small area, Singapore has a very developed economy and is one of the world's leading financial centers. With a nominal GDP per capita of around $93,956 in 2025, this country ranks 4th in the world. Singapore's port is also one of the busiest in the world, making it a global logistics and trade center.   🎭 Culture and Society Singapore is known as a meeting place for various cultures, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Western influences. This country has four official languages and various religions that coexist harmoniously, including Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, and Taoism. The life of the community reflects a combination of tradition and modernity, with diverse cultural festivals and rich culinary flavors.  🌟 Interesting Facts • Park City: Singapore is nicknamed "Park City" because of its commitment to green space and environmental sustainability.  • High Security: This country is known for its low crime rate and strict legal system. • Modern Infrastructure: Singapore has an efficient public transportation system and world-class infrastructure.#travel #staycation #familytravel #poolhotel