Singapore is made up of not just one island but a main island with 63 surrounding islets. The main island has a
total land area of 682 square km.

However, its compact size belies its economic growth. In just 150 years, Singapore has grown into a thriving
centre of commerce and industry. Its former role as an entrepot has diminished, as the nation has increased its manufacturing base.

Singapore is the busiest port in the world with over 600 shipping lines sending super tankers, container ships and passenger liners to share the busy waters with coastal fishing vessels and wooden lighters.

One of the world's major oil refining and distribution centres, Singapore is a major supplier of electronic components and a leader in shipbuilding and repairing. It has also become one of the most important financial centres of Asia, with more than 130 banks. Business dealings are facilitated by Singapore's superb communications network which links the nation to the rest of the world via satellite, 24-hour telegraph and telephone systems.

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

Singapore is linked to Malaysia by two causeway bridges, and the key islands of the Riau archipelago of Indonesia are just a quick ferry trip away. Thailand and the Philippines are a short plane journey away. Singapore, with an airport served by more than 69 airlines, is very much the gateway to Southeast Asia.

The Singapore Tourism board website lists a host of activities available to visitors from shopping, beauty and wellness, nightlife and sports to cultural activities, arts and entertainment.

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Visit the Singapore Tourism board on www.stb.com.sg or their destination website at www.visitsingapore.com

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