Singapore ranks 9th on the UN Human Development Index with the 3rd highest GDP per capita. It is placed highly in key social indicators: education, healthcare, life expectancy, quality of life, personal safety and housing. Although income inequality is high, 90% of homes are owner-occupied. According to the Democracy Index, the country is described as a “flawed democracy”. The Singaporean passport is joint first with Japan for visa-free travel granted by the most countries to its citizens.
Famous Places to Visit
- Marina Bay Sands
- Merlion Statue
- Fountain of Wealth
- Henderson waves Bridge
- Esplanade- Theatres on the Bay
- Art Science Museum