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Lucky Plaza is one of the most popular shopping centers in the whole of Singapore. And while we recommend you to go check it out, you should definitely keep your wallet closed. According to experiences by tourists (and locals), the shops here are pricey while not offering anything you can’t get elsewhere.
Newton Food Centre
Newton Circus Food Centre is advertised as a place where you can sample the staples of Singaporean cuisine. And while that is true, you will also have to pay a hefty price to do so. The food vendors here are notorious for overcharging for mediocre food. Back in 2019, a group of American tourists was charged $176 for eight prawns at one of the stalls.
Singapore Flyer
Singapore Flyer offers an opportunity to see the city from above, but some would argue it isn’t worth the $30 you have to pay for the observation wheel ride. Instead, you are better off heading to one of the observation decks that will provide you with even better sights for a fraction of the cost.
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Probably the most well-known unusual law in Singapore is the one that bans chewing gum. Since 1992, the country has banned the sale of chewing gum in attempts to reduce littering. The ban was partially lifted in 2004 to allow chewing gums used in medicine.
The use of chewing gum, however, is not forbidden, and tourists can still bring chewing gum to the country. They are limited to two packs per person, and anything past that will be considered smuggling. Also, if you get rid of used chewing gum in public, you risk a harsh fine in the range of $100,000 as well as potential prison time.
Spitting or Littering
While spitting or littering in public is considered rude everywhere, Singapore is one of the rare countries that actually forbids these activities by law. Here, you can get a fine for spitting in public while throwing away even small items as cigarette butts or wrapping will lead to a punishment that includes cleaning up some specified area.
Using Someone’s Wi-Fi without Permission
If you notice an open Wi-Fi network in Singapore and decide to use it, be aware. The country’s Computer Misuse and Cybersecurity Act considers this a form of hacking and has strict punishment for those who get caught.
Flushing the Toilet
Flushing the toilet isn’t just a thing of courtesy and well manners in Singapore. You have to do it by law, or else you’ll face a fine of more than $100.
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Located in the historic Kampong Gelam district, Masjid Sultan Mosque is one of the most impressive not only in Singapore but in the entire world.
Rainbow House
In case you want to add some color to your Instagram feed, Little India is the perfect place to visit in Singapore. Here you’ll find charming shops, colorful murals, and one of the most iconic places in Singapore—the Rainbow House.
The Cloud Forest
This tropical garden under a giant glass dome is the coolest attraction you can visit in Singapore. The Cloud Forest is perfect for snapping cool photos and you can also see one of the biggest indoor waterfalls in the world.
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These 50-meter-tall artificial trees are the biggest attraction in Singapore that you’ve probably seen many times on social media. Both the Cloud Forest and the Supertrees are located at Gardens by the Bay, so it definitely worth spending a few hours exploring this lovely oasis.
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