Time and again Singapore has been described as a playground for the rich. But there is more to Singapore than just luxury hotels, fine dining and high-end shopping malls. Book Lufthansa flights to explore the land where flavors from China, India, Malaysia and Indonesia collide to create the sumptuous hybrid cuisine that has made Singapore famous.
From the epic Marina Bay Sands to Singapore’s very own ‘London Eye,’ there are many reasons why one should visit Singapore this summer. Check the top seven reasons to visit Singapore and decide for yourself.
Endless Shopping – It is not secret that the residents of Singapore, as well as the tourists, love to shop when in town. Head to the malls of Orchard Road and Haji Lane to find the best in terms of choice. Mind it that the stuff being sold here doesn’t fare well on the affordability charts. Luckily, June and August is the best to visit the city if you are a shopper. Look out for last minute flight deals to explore The Great Singapore Sale that goes live from June 9 until August 13.
Melting Pot of Cultures – Singapore is a land of different cultures. From Little India to Chinatown, the island city offers something for everyone. The Singaporeans begin island-wide Chinese New Year celebrations in January. In June, you can see the residents celebrating Hari Raya Puasa, which is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims. The city becomes brighter when the Hindus residing in the city celebrate Deepawali, the festival of lights in October.
The Best Gastronomic Experience – Not just shoppers, Singapore is also an ideal place for food lovers. If you love to try as many different cuisines as possible and are always thinking about food, then this city will fulfill all your wishes in terms of food. A sumptuous Italian buffet to spicy Indian food, the city has something for every traveler.
The Sports Scene – From football to basketball to car racing, the sports scene in the city-state offers a lot to the residents and the travelers alike. Also, 2017 marks the 10-year-anniversary of the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix. Make Lufthansa Airlines reservations to witness one of the races at the F1 Grand Prix.
Amazing Nightlife – With a plenty of rooftop bars and a chance to witness the performance by some of the best DJs, the night scene in ‘The Lion City’ should not be missed. Visit Zouk to dance all night long or visit Marina Bay Sands and Clarke Quay if you love being near the sea.
New Green Spaces – The city is often referred to as the Garden City thanks to its iconic parklands, sleepy jungles and awe-inspiring green spaces. With over one million plants, the Gardens by the Bay is one of the major attractions in the city. Don’t miss the light show at 07:45 pm and 08:45 pm every evening.
Galleries and the Arts Scene – Visit the lotus shaped ArtScience Museum and Gillman Barracks for a vast collection of artworks. Book Bangkok Airways flights to visit the National Gallery Singapore for it features the largest art collection of Southeast Asian artists.
Victor Martin is a Freelance Travel Writer.