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Since its early beginnings that intertwine fact and folklore, Singapore has been engaged in the pomp of ancient Malay empires, the intrigues of medieval trade, the bartering of European colonial powers and the challenge of nation-building.

Here, we give you an account of the island's remarkable development throughout the centuries.

Legend has it ...

The beginnings of Singapore are steeped in local Malay legend. The island is said to have received its name from a visiting Sumatran prince in the 14th century, who saw a fearsome creature - later identified to him as a lion - on his arrival.

Taking this as a good omen, the prince founded a new city on the spot, changing the name of the island from Temasek to Singapura. In Sanskrit, "singa" means lion and "pura" means city. Thus the Lion City was born, and today the symbol of the merlion - a mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish - is a reminder of Singapore's early connections to this legend and the seas.

Singapore Tourist Guides — Environment

Singapore lies at the southern-most tip of the Malay Peninsula, close to the equator. It consists of Singapore Island, measuring approximately 42 km wide and 23 km long, and 58 other small islands. It is about 655 square km in area, just about three and a half times the size of Washington D.C. T
 

Singapore's climate is hot and steamy. The temperatures range between 22 degrees Centigrade and 30 degrees Centigrade, and humidity at a high 75%. Singapore's rainy season is from November to January, with its drier months being May to July. Intermittent, short showers, however, can be expected through out the year.

Singapore also sees thousands of migratory birds. The Jurong Bird Park exhibits over 8000 birds of 600 species.
 

Singapore's zoo is one of the worlds most famous, with its unique Night Safari. It houses over 2000 animals, including 40 endangered species.

SINGAPORE FLIGHTS

Indian airlines    -           Fare 9,500 + Tax

Air Sahara         -           Fare 10,000 + Tax

Jet airways        -           Fare 10,500 + Tax

Air India             -           Fare 11,000 + Tax