Singapore

A day in Asia - Singapore, 2007 August 27

Today we are leaving a city, that has colonial architectire nicely integrated with modern buildings, clean streets, efficient infrastructure and, in some cases - great shopping.

Swissotel and Asian civilizations museum shining across the river, Singapore

Swissotel and Asian civilizations museum shining across the river, Singapore

 

Some might argue that it lacks spirit, or that the government wants to put everyone too much under control, but it's still definitely worth a visit.

Central business district and a nearby pub area, Singapore.

Central business district and a nearby pub area, Singapore.

 

My personal case:  READ MORE »

"The Durian" and Suntec city at night time, Singapore

"The Durian" and Suntec city at night time, Singapore

Bridge to CBD photographed at night, Singapore

Bridge to CBD photographed at night, Singapore

Central business district and a nearby pub area, Singapore.

Central business district and a nearby pub area, Singapore.

A day in Asia - Singapore, 2007 August 26

Asian "eating on the street" culture is alive and well in Singapore, which can save budget travellers from paying a lot of money for the food.

You can get food in any price range, starting from S$3 curry chicken,

Street stall selling great curry chicken for 3 dollars, Singapore

Street stall selling great curry chicken for 3 dollars, Singapore

 

continuing with Singapore chili crab for S$40,  READ MORE »

French version of chilli crab, Singapore

French version of chilli crab, Singapore

Famous chilli crab of Singapore

Famous chilli crab of Singapore

A day in Asia - Singapore, 2007 August 25

Singapore's Infocomm Development Authority (IDA) promises both wired and wireless networks to be "easily accessable" to Singaporeans, so that they can enjoy "seamless connectivity".

In my understanding, it means "free internet access to everyone".

I can testify it works absolutely great in Changi airport, and even its budget terminal:

Fee internet zone in Changi airport, Singapore

Free internet zone in Changi airport, Singapore  READ MORE »

Worn out AC power outlet, Singapore

Worn out AC power outlet, Singapore

Specialized zone for laptops in Changi airport, Singapore

Specialized zone for laptops in Changi airport, Singapore
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