Orderly, Quiet and Ultramodern
Trip Start
Jan 04, 2011
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Trip End
Ongoing
Singapore, Singapore
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Despite Singapore have a reputation for harsh penalties for minor things I did not experience any difficulties while I was here and the place does have a certain energy to it, albeit a well controlled energy. I did notice everyone always waited until the crosswalk sign turned green to cross the street even when there were no cars in sight, a rarity to see in SE Asia or even to have crosswalk signs for that matter. The first thing I also noticed is that all signs where in English, while even Hong Kong signs usually have both Chinese and English translations.
The first day I spent time walking around the waterfront which offers amazing view of downtown, the Singapore Flyer and 3 weird building with what looks like a boat on top. Despite Singapore having one of the highest population densities on Earth it also boasts a number of wonderful parks. Once Eyal arrived we visited botanical gardens to get some relief from the endless shopping malls and always hot, humid Singapore weather. We also visited the slightly more chaotic, but fun, Little India and Muslim area. At night we enjoyed expensive beers but cheap food at Singapore's famous Hawker stands.
Comments
That is interesting that people obey the walk sign. Most places they do not. We sure noticed that in Washington and Chicago recently!