Singapore has a good number of museums: the Singapore History Museum, the Arts Museum, the Philately Museum and the Asian Civilizations Museum are some of these.
The ethnic quarters of Singapore provide a true picture of the cultural diversity of Singapore.
Little India is a colourful area of shops selling everything from saris to freshly ground spices. Chinatown has quaint shops selling ethnic products, and every corner has the distinctive architecture of decorated temples and buildings.
A good range of exotic textiles is available in Arab Street, the heart of the Malay quarter.
There are also two beautiful mosques for the areas predominantly Muslim population: the Sultan Mosque and the Jama-at Mosque.
Singapore Botanic Gardens spread over 74 acres with a large lake, masses of shrubs and flowers, and many tree species.
Big Splash, the longest water slides in Southeast Asia.
Sri Mariamman Temple, a Hindu temple featuring numerous decorations and sculptures, including elaborate ceiling frescoes.
Year-round festivals also offer tourists the opportunity to enjoy Southeast Asian special arts and cultural events.