Joanna James
It is a fair statement to say that at the very least, Singapore is quite a curious nation, with massive technological development and infrastructural development it also has several quirks that make the nation a very interesting case study.
While this may seem like an odd statement in any other nation, in Singapore people take this extremely seriously. This is mainly because this regulation or ban on non-medical chewing gum is strictly enforced by the governing bodies of Singapore.
All forms of chewing gum except dental or nicotine gums are forbidden within the borders of the nation. You will only be able to purchase gum from a pharmacy with a prescription from a doctor.
All of this was set about as a part of government regulation to ensure the cleanliness of the nation. Interestingly, one of the main motivations that drove this regulation was a finding that chewing gum being thrown in the subway was causing major delays and obstructions to the functioning of the metro operations.
Speaking of the subway, it is also forbidding to eat or drink when using the public transportations around the country, again to maintain the standards of cleanliness that are expected.
What this means is that the nation of Singapore is only a little over 50 years old. Having gained its independence from Malaysia in the 1960s the nation has made great strides into the future and has outstripped much larger, older and more resource-abundant nations in the process.
This may be a bit difficult to process but a survey conducted has found that one in six Singaporeans are millionaires in terms of the disposable income they possess. Just imagine getting into a larger elevator with 6 people, one of them is going to be a millionaire every time!
Among many Singaporean writers to emerge, now have been more beloved than Russell Lee who has always appeared wearing a mask. This author is one of the best belling writers from Singapore and his identity remains a mystery to this day.
Many nations can proudly proclaim the beauty of their gardens however none are able to do it with quite so much surety as Singapore.
If you are staying at a hotel in Farrer Park such as the Park Hotel Farrer Park you will find yourself a 10-minute drive from the only UNESCO Heritage Tropical Gardens in the world!
With a history spanning close to 156 years, this garden has been visited by millions of people and is the home to the largest orchid garden in the world as well. This garden makes for a brilliant day out, particularly with loved ones and family when visiting Singapore. With such an illustrious history there is no doubt that this garden is a real treat for all those who are interested in fauna and flora from across the globe.
A true believer that the pen is a mighty weapon, ventures into reaching the minds of every reader with the earnest hope of leaving an indelible stream of thought.
A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
