SINGAPORE

1. Population and capital.

Singapore is a small island country in Southeast Asia with a population of about 6 million people. The capital of the country is Singapore. It is a city-state, so the country and its capital have the same name.

2. Religion.

Singapore is a multicultural and multi-religious country. Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Taoism, and Hinduism are widely practiced. A significant number of people in the country also have no religious affiliation.

3. City-state.

Singapore is a country, a city, and a capital at the same time. It is one of the world's major financial and trading centers and is known for its modern architecture, cleanliness, developed infrastructure, and high standard of living.

4. Marina Bay Sands.

Marina Bay Sands is one of Singapore's most famous landmarks. The complex consists of three high-rise towers connected by a huge rooftop platform, which features the famous infinity pool.

5. Merlion.

The Merlion is a famous symbol of Singapore with the head of a lion and the body of a fish. The lion's head is connected to Singapore's name, meaning “Lion City,” while the fish body represents the city's origins as a fishing settlement.

6. Independence.

Singapore gained full internal self-government from Britain in 1959 and joined Malaysia in 1963. In 1965, Singapore separated from Malaysia and became an independent country.

7. Port of Singapore.

The Port of Singapore is one of the largest and most important seaports in the world. Thanks to its location near the Strait of Malacca, Singapore has become a major center of international trade and maritime transport.

8. Currency.

The national currency of Singapore is the Singapore dollar.

9. Geographical location.

Singapore is located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, between Malaysia and Indonesia. The country consists of one main island and many smaller islands and has maritime borders with Malaysia and Indonesia.