Having Fun In Singapore Festival

May 13, 2009

singapore-festivalDespite stoic buildings and busy streets, Singapore makes a point of celebrating its diversity in ethnicity, race, religion and culture. If you flip through history books of Singapore, you will probably see old photos of the river banks filled with people from all walks of life. There were native Malays, coolies from China, traders from India, Arab and neighboring countries, as well as the European colonialists and many more. With its strategic location at the tip of the peninsula of Malaysia and free port policy, Singapore was a popular stopover for ships traveling to or from China and India. This diverse make up of Singapore grew into a multiracial society as this island blossomed into a thriving city-state. As a sign of respect to the different communities that make up Singapore, some 10 annual festivals are celebrated in Singapore.

Visit Singapore around late January to February and the chances are you will be greeted with shops and buildings decked in red banners, lanterns and pictures of oranges. The Chinese New Year or Spring festival is a traditional Chinese holiday celebrating the beginning of the new year according to the Lunar calendar. Take a walk down Chinatown during this season to get the best deals in Chinese decorations and snacks. Keep an eye out for the lion dance where dancers mimic the movements
of a lion in a long trail of lion costumes to the vibrant beat of drums and cymbals. These dancers will move from shop to shop to wish good luck, prosperity and longevity for the upcoming year as part of the New Year festival celebrations in Singapore.

Festival of Lights is a significant event for the Hindus. If you are a fan of Slumdog Millionaire or the Bollywood movies, you must take a trip down Little India during this season. Experience for yourself the captivating beauty of lights that illuminate the entire stretch of Serangoon Road. Take this opportunity to catch a glimpse of the Indian community in Singapore. You may want to purchase a sari (a female garment) or a kurta (loose shirt) at a bargain price and bask in the festivities of the Indian celebration. You may also want to pay a visit to the Sri Veeramakaliamman temple there and observe the praying rituals of the Hindus.

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