Despite the fact that Singapore is a rather tiny country, a number of festivals and interesting events held here will surprise any experienced traveler. A unique mix of cultures and nationalities lives in Singapore and creates a rather bizarre combination. That's why the annual calendar of holidays held here is very attractive: religious celebrations, social and cultural holidays, sporting events, bright festivals, and carnivals. Chinese New Year is one of the most prospective holidays in Singapore. The holiday takes place in the period between late January and early February. Locals start the preparations a couple of weeks before the Chinese New Year. During this time, the city takes on a special festive spirit. The main venue of the celebration is the brightly lit Chinatown, decorate with traditional lanterns and attributes. In this quarter, you will be able to enjoy various attractions, to taste Chinese delicacies and sweets. Shopping during New Year holiday can be highly profitable, as far as shopping centers offer attractive discounts and promotions.
In July, the city of Singapore turns into the venue for the culinary festival - the Singapore Food Festival. This event was organized, for the first time, by the Singapore Tourism Authority twenty years ago - in 1994. For ten days, all the Singapore's establishments - from street trays to the most luxury restaurants - will demonstrate the visitors all the shades of local cuisine, offering a festival menu. Within the framework of the festival, you will be able to participate in culinary workshops and master classes. In addition, the local gastronomic establishments will build the so-called Favorite Food Village, where you can vote for the best restaurant to come when very hungry. Singapore is quite an expensive city but during June-July, all the shopaholics will have an amazing chance to purchase any goods with so tempting discount. The Great Singapore Sale - is one of the most popular and long-awaited annual events. Singapore is turning into a sales center, and falls into a shopping arcade with retailers, giving discounts on goods of up to 70% of the normal price.
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