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Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

InterNations conducted a survey among foreign tourists. Most of the respondents recognized Singapore as the safest and most convenient country. What are the pros and cons of this city-state?

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

It is noteworthy that almost all foreign citizens, who made this country their new place of living, are satisfied with Singapore.

An interesting fact: last year the area of Singapore was 718.3 square kilometers. However, every year it becomes wider by washing the territories. The authorities of Singapore have been conducting such geopolitics since the 1960s.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

In total, five million people live in Singapore. In the city-country, there is one of the best GDP per capita in the world - about 52 thousand dollars.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

The first prime minister of Singapore, Lee Kuan Yew, raised the economy of the country to unprecedented heights. The politician held this post from 1959 to 1990. Later he was promoted to the senior minister and minister-instructor.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

In 2004, the son of Lee Kuan Yew Lee Hsien Loong was appointed Prime Minister of Singapore. The statistics say that the country's government is included in the top 10 most effective world governments.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

It is believed that in Singapore there is virtually no crime. Laws in the state are very strict - the country has a death penalty, and all kinds of attacks, characterized by inter-ethnic hostility towards other people, are a criminal offense.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

As a rule, the smallest amount of a fine in Singapore is 500 dollars. For example, any citizen can receive such a penalty for chewing gum thrown on a roadway or sidewalk.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

Also in Singapore, you need to be prepared for the fact that the guards can fine you for smoking and spitting in public places, as well as for feeding stray animals.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

A person will also have to pay for parking in the wrong place. Belt, which will not be fastened, will also help the owner of the car to fork out. For the conversation on the mobile phone, while driving, forfeiture or arrest is provided.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

Punishments are also imposed for another various 30 crimes in Singapore. Thus, for the attempt on human life, armed robbery, non-observance of immigration laws and the number of days spent in Singapore, as well as for vandalism, a person will be punished by beating with a stick.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

For vandalism, an additional payment of a fine equal to 1400 dollars is charged. Besides, this offense provides for imprisonment for three years.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

In 1994, a teenager from the United States, Michael Fay, was punished for vandalism. The American citizen was not helped by the requests of Bill Clinton, then the president of the States, to leave the guy alone.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

Tourists who plan to travel to this Asian country are advised to study the laws of Singapore beforehand.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

It is noted that in the state it is forbidden to drink alcohol from 10.30pm to 7.00am. However, in bars, restaurants and hotels you can drink at any time.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

Also in Singapore, it is forbidden to carry the durian fruit, famous for its terrible smell, in the metro.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

Walking without shoes in some parks in the country is also considered illegal.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

Also, there is a fine for non-compliance with hygiene - it is always necessary to wash off in the lavatory in public places. Deviating from this rule causes a considerable fine.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

Experts note that all prohibitions in Singapore are mainly related to ordinary respect for others. If you follow the above rules, living in a city-country will be very good.

Singapore is a recognized paradise for foreigners

The number of foreigners who consider Singapore to be the best place for them is impressive - the total amount of those who are in love with the country was 78% of the total number of respondents.

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