If you examine a map of Singapore, you'll quickly notice that the city is quite diverse, with numerous bays and coves dotting its landscape. Singapore boasts an extensive coastline, yet only three beaches - Palawan, Tanyen, and Siloso, offer suitable options for leisure, while the remaining shoreline is allocated for industrial purposes.
Another intriguing aspect of Singapore's urban layout is its adherence to the principles of feng shui. Yes, indeed, Singapore is regarded as the only city globally planned in harmony with the ancient wisdom of spatial arrangements. Interestingly, many believe that the city's rapid economic growth can be attributed to feng shui, as it channels prosperity in the right direction!
What neighborhood in Singapore to stay in?
All the main attractions in Singapore are located in 3 districts - Sentosa Entertainment Island, the district in the heart of Singapore, and Jurong (where you'll find two of the city's most famous parks - Bird Park and Reptile Park). Among Singapore's neighborhoods, where is the best place for a tourist to live:
Singapore Riverfront is the center of the city with the best examples of colonial architecture. To be more precise, we are talking about two quays - Boat Quay (a promenade with dozens of restaurants) and Clarke Quay (the center of Singapore's nightlife, and on weekends the largest flea market in the city).
Sentosa Island - You can get here on foot, via the moving sidewalks of Sentosa Boardwalk or by cable car. It is on Sentosa that you will find Asia's largest oceanarium, The Underwater World, Siloso Fort, and Tiger Sky Tower.
Chinatown is one of the most colorful districts of Singapore, a real "cultural heart" of the city. It's home to traditional Chinese mini-huts alongside giant skyscrapers, antique markets, astrologers' offices, and all the city's major shrines: the Hindu Sri Mariamman Temple, the Jamae Chulia Mosque, and the Taoist Thian Hock Keng Temple.
Orchard Road - living here isn't cheap, but it's exactly the Singapore you've seen on the flyers. Boutiques and stores, crowds at all hours, and signature illuminations.
Little India isn't one of Singapore's dangerous neighborhoods, but it can be uncomfortable for tourists - it's too noisy. But it's worth coming here for a stroll - shop for spices at the main Zhujiao market or order a luxurious sari.
And, of course, the following beaches stand out in Singapore:
Tanien - with yellow sand, wide beaches (up to 15 meters), and clear water. There is almost no entertainment here, few cafes - mostly fans of secluded romantic vacations come here.
Palawan - here on a special bridge you can reach the southernmost part of Asia and make a great panoramic shot of the ocean. Lots of rides, there's an amusement park and tons of restaurants - perfect for a vacation with kids.
Siloso is the most party beach, with lots of clubs (with private sunbeds and pools) and extreme entertainment. Entrance to Siloso, like all other beaches in Singapore, is free.
