Singapore Culture

My favorite part about Singapore is the melting of cultures. It is a very diverse place and they celebrate their differences. Part of their foundational principles is racial harmony. I like that word choice. Harmony. Not coexistence. Not tolerance. Harmony. Living together happily and celebrating each other is the main objective.

Nowhere is this more clear than in the ethnic neighborhoods around the island. Little India is my favorite. While I haven't been to India, I imagine streets like this. Everyone here is truly Indian and the food and shops showcase it. I have never had more delicious subcontinent food! Also the street is decorated with flare and pizazz, usually commemorating one of the many hindu holidays that singapore celebrates as a national holiday.

Another awesome neighborhood is the Arab area or arab street. This place is teeming with local and visiting Muslims alike. There is a grand mosque and, of course, awesome food.

Grand sultan mosque  

Arab street. You can buy any fabric you want on this street. Or a Persian rug!

Middle eastern food. Mmmm.

Beside this area is a street called haji lane filled with hipster cafes, shops, boutiques and the occasional cultural gem like a Nepalese store.

Or, sometimes, a cat cafe. Yes. You sit with cats for an hour. It's actually pretty entertaining.

If nothing else, Singapore is amusing.