Singapore

Singapore is described as the centre-piece of south-east Asia, combining all the continent's influences into one place.

Singapore: Essential information
Capital – Singapore
Major resorts – Little India, Sungei Buloh Nature Park, Lazarus and Sisters Islands
Time Zone – GMT +8
Languages – Primary languages are English and Malay, followed by Mandarin and Tamil. To learn the basics of Mandarin visit www.bbc.co.uk
Singapore currency - Singapore uses Singapore Dollars.
Approximate exchange rate:1SGD is worth around 34 pence.
For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc