Singapore’s multi-racial heritage gives it a rich culture while its efficiency and modernity ensure comfort. Although geography has played a part in the success of Singapore, its mainstay is its people.
A population of almost four million comprises of 77 per cent Chinese, 14 per cent Malays, 8 per cent Indians and 1 per cent Eurasians and people of other descent. English is the lingua franca and the costumes and customs of all these races give Singapore a unique character.
With this mixture of people, Singapore is also a mixture of religions. Singapore’s skylines, besides the skyscrapers, it also boasts the distinctive minarets of mosques, spires of gothic cathedrals, intricate figurines of Hindu temple gods and distinctive roof architecture if Chinese temples. Its cultures are diverse but united. |
