Singapore Images
My Photos
Here are just a few of the photos I have taken in Singapore. Click on the thumbnails to view a larger pop-up image (javascript required).
The Singapore River, once filthy and a thriving commercial centre, now clean and quiet.
Chinese Buddha image for sale in Chinatown.
Singapore is wet and humid all year round and when it rains, it really rains. The sky turns black and then the heavens open.
Nothing much of the old way of life remains in Singapore apart some objects and photos in museums and statues like this that can be found around the city. I think they are wonderful.
Modern office blocks and fountain at Novena.
The Manchester United shop on Orchard Road. Singaporeans will tell you how they love football, especially English football. The truth of the matter is that Singaporeans treat football just as they treat anything else and opt for the most expensive brand. They don't actually know very much about football but can talk at length about the world's biggest clubs - Man U, Liverpool, Real Madrid, etc. There are few things in life more boring than getting involved in a discussion about football with a Singaporean. It's very sad.
A mock Tudor style shopping arcade on Orchard Road. This was once a thriving British colony and there are reminders of this around the island.
I was rather taken aback when I saw this poster. Just outside Somerset MRT station is a notice board where people can post ads free of charge. Next to the usual offers for language lessons and household items for sale was this 'Wanted' poster. Apparently the guy owed some money and then disappeared. He is warned that even if he doesn't pay now he will pay in hell.
The population of Singapore is made up of a diverse ethnic mix which includes a lot of Muslims. This is Sultan Mosque on Arab Street.
Bird cage in a house in Chinatown. The Chinese love to keep caged birds.
Famous for telling its citizens what to do, the Singapore government has issued posters to encourage the use of good behaviour in public toilets.
Colourful flowers and garlands for sale in Little India.
Get The Best Deal On Your Singapore Hotel Room
Listed opposite are some suggestions for hotels in Singapore based on budget. Each link will take you to the relevant page on the Agoda website where you can see photos, read reviews, and book on-line. I use Agoda to book all of my own hotels in Thailand and the Southeast Asia region. Agoda hotel rates are usually always the lowest and I have received good customer service, therefore I am happy to recommend the company to other people.
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