Singapore or Lion City is made up of one main island and surrounded by 63 islets. The main island has a total land area of 682 square km.

Singapore’s strategic location, excellent facilities, fascinating cultural contrasts and tourist attractions contribute to its success as a leading destination for both business and pleasure.

Southeast Asia's largest bird park, Jurong Bird Park is home to over 8,000 birds of 600 species from all over the world. Highlights include the world's largest collection of Southeast Asian Hornbills and South American Toucans, and the world's second largest penguin exhibit.

A great place to see what the dark holds in the forests or jungles. You can look a one-horned rhinoceros in the eye or hear the howls of a pack of striped hyenas. There are 1,200 animals and many exotic species to watch out for. Strike out on your own along the walking trail or relax in a tram ride - whichever you choose, the Night Safari is a wild adventure not to be missed.

In its lush jungle setting, Singapore's renowned 'open' zoo is a haven for both animals and visitors. More than 2,000 creatures are housed in landscaped enclosures, with rock walls and streams replacing cages. Special attractions include Children's World, where kids can interact with animals and enjoy the six island Primate Kingdom, the sea lion , penguin gallery, the air-conditioned polar bear exhibit and a miniature railway. Feeding shows take place throughout the day, you can enjoy breakfast or afternoon tea with the orangutans if you wish to share your meal.

Over 1,000 crocodiles can be viewed at close range. Additional attractions include a reptile product shop.

Sentosa is Singapore's holiday resort island. It offers a host of attractions for the whole family. The Asian Village, showcases ethnic foods, architecture, arts and crafts from around the region. The Village also offers 11 exhilarating rides at its Family Entertainment Centre. Explore the Pioneers of Singapore, Surrender Chambers, Festivals of Singapore and Fort Siloso for interesting insights into the history of Singapore. One of the attractions not to be missed is the Underwater World. It’s Asia's largest tropical oceanarium. It houses over 2,000 species of fish and has a submerged Perspex walkway which allows visitors to pass safely under the water within inches of sharks, stingrays, moray eels and the weedy Sea dragon, a marine fish that resembles the mythical majestic dragons in Chinese folklore.

Enjoy watching exotic species of butterflies in this butterfly aviary. Visitors can also spot the well-camouflaged butterflies in the Insect Safari Tunnel. Explore over 2,500 species of insects categorized by their geographical locations. You can get to see rare species including fist-sized horned beetles and metallic blue butterflies. Each and every species has a detailed explanation of its origin.

The Singapore History Museum, originally opened in 1887, is an architectural gem with each of its two levels reflecting a different order of Greek classical architecture. Of particular note are the three-dimensional reconstructions of historical scenes and events tracing Singapore's development from a sleepy fishing village to the present day metropolis. Another exhibit shows the world of a wealthy Straits Chinese family at the turn of the century, complete with elaborate Peranakan furnishings and finery. The Children's Discovery Gallery is another compelling attraction, with interactive exhibits designed to explain Singapore's cultural heritage, visual and per forming arts.

Chinatown, amidst narrow streets of picturesque shop houses and restaurants brimming with life, the temple idol carvers, herbalists, calligraphers, traders and trishaw drivers pursue a way of life that has changed little for generations. Incense stream from the old temples, the elderly spread their wares out on the pavement for sale and sea cucumbers, regarded as a delicacy, dry in the sun. Much of Chinatown has recently been renovated, but the old traditions endure. A walk around the streets of Tanjong Pagar reveals local craftsmen at work making clogs, kites and traditional seals for stamping documents. During Chinese New Year, the whole of Chinatown is lit up and buzzes with activity as stalls sell a variety of festive goods.

Geylang, traditionally the home of Singapore's Malay, Arab and Indonesian communities, is alive with market stalls and bustling crowds, particularly during Muslim festivals. Spices and rattan from Indonesia, gems from Burma, cotton and gold from India and perfumes from Arabia - this is the place for the adventurous shopper who enjoys old shop houses as a backdrop to bargain hunting.

Little India, centered around Serangoon Road, embodies the vibrant and colourful culture of the Indian community in Singapore. Women in graceful saris and turbaned Sikhs go about their daily business. A bewildering selection of Indian cuisine is available in many restaurants. There are many small shops sell glittering silks, temple garlands, gold jewelry and spices. The Hindu religion plays an important part in the life of Little India, and the Sri Veerama Kaliaman and Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temples in the area are well worth visiting.

Spread over 52 hectares close to the centre of the city, the Botanic Gardens combine both primary jungle and manicured gardens which together hold thousands of species of plant life, including many rare specimens. A lake adds to the serenity of the gardens, and is home to water fowl, ducks and kingfishers.