Singapore

Modernized, Industrial and clean are three words that describe Singapore entirely.  Unique contemporary skyscrapers cover the grounds of the city. Each building contradicts itself by having harsh lines but also lines that smoothly curve.  The city officials are extremely strict about cleanliness and expect citizens to share the same appreciation for the city. Singapore has found a good balance between having an industrial city and a city that is enjoyable for the tourists. Shopping and sightseeing are among activities that visitors can partake in while experiencing a melting pot of Asian Cultures.  One of the number one languages in Singapore is English, but in addition to that there are several different Asian cultures. It is difficult to describe the sense of fashion that can be seen throughout the city because of how industrial the city is and the cultural differences. There are definite associations between the fashion and the industrializations of the city. The sharp lines seen in the buildings are obvious among tailored jackets, trousers, and skirts visible on the streets. The street wear is casual with a creative Asian twist, but most people lean towards office wear due to the environment of the city. Overall, fashion has a professional.

China town is one of the most authentic Asian experiences a tourist could hope for. The best place to have the experience would be in Asia itself. China town in Singapore is not comparable to China town found in other urban areas; it is obviously, clean, quiet and not overbearing. China town could easily be compared to the Dilli Haat Market in India. There were aisles of small booths set up, offering a wide variety of souvenirs to passing tourists. Some of the most popular items found were fans, decorative chopsticks, decorative bulb lamps, and jewelry. Singapore is known for having the most divine pearls. In Italy sales men in the leather market were obsessed with getting people to purchase their fine Italian goods, and in Singapore people in the market were just as eager to sell their shiny pearls. The pearls come in all varieties and can be purchased for an affordable amount. Overall, the sales clerks were very friendly and didn’t seem to be as persistent as Italians in the leather market. The entire area was authentically decorated with lights strung throughout the trees, paper globes, and Chinese writings covering the buildings. Singapore feels like any other city, but China town reminds tourists that they are in Asia.

The Singapore flyer is the tallest ferris wheel in the world. It stands 42 stories tall, which makes it 30 meters taller than the London Eye.  There are 28 cars on the wheel and each car can hold a maximum of 28 people. The number 28 stands for “double prosperity” or “easy to prosper”. It is the only place to see the entire cityscape of Singapore such as Marina Bay Sands, Raffles Place, Merlion Park, Empress Place and Padang. The ride takes about forty minutes to complete and each car has 360 degree windows and seating accommodations. The flyer is a unique experience compared to most ferris wheel rides. There are options to visit restaurants surrounding the Flyer that serve high quality seafood and beverages. After the ride guests have the opportunity to visit the Flyer lounge, which is the only bar that serves award winning cocktails to their customers.  The Flyer ride is an easy and affordable way to a view all modern buildings and impressive sites of the city. For example, in view there is a floating soccer field and the skyscraper with an enormous boat sitting on top of it. The Flyer is an insight into a modern Asian world.

The Marina Bay Sands area of Singapore was the most serene part to walk around. During the holidays the streets are lit up with various strings of light, and ornaments hung from light posts. The river runs along the area, which makes the city environment more relaxing; at night the lights reflect off the water. There are shopping centers around the marina and hotels to accommodate excited guests. The Marina Bay Sands mall was equipped with a casino, expensive designer store, and a food court ready to serve authentic Asian food. Down the center of the mall was a man made river with Gondolas floating throughout it. The river boats in the mall are an amazing site for tourists because it is not something typically seen. Each floor had an array of opulent designer stores, which fit the atmosphere of the mall perfectly. The size of the mall is overwhelming and easy to get lost in, but during the holidays it is great to walk around and experience the serenity of the mall.