Singapore Geography
The unique position of Singapore has added to its benefit thereby enhancing its position in the map of South Asia.
The physical feature comprises of hills and valleys in the northern western part and in the eastern part sandy and flatter land predominates. Singapore strait separates the city-state from the Indonesia and the Strait of Joher separates it from Malaysia.
The physical geography of Singapore has drastically changed in the recent years as the sky crapes adorn the skyline making it to an international city. The human geography of Singapore reveals that in the 19th century with the migrations the city-state has now become a multi- cultural society.
The Singapore comprises of other islands like the Jurong Island, Pulau Tekong, Pulau Ubin and Sentosa. Further Singapore geography reveals that there are no natural lakes and reservoirs but artificial reservoirs have been created to meet the needs of the city.
Further Singapore geography reveals that there is total land area of 647. 5 square kms. Out of this half of the land is for residential purpose and the 1.7 percent for agriculture. A good portion has been kept as forest reserves and other non-utilized areas. The native animals found here are macaque, slow Loris, etc. amongst the birds Indian Maina, Brahminy Kite and House Swallow. Owing to the geographical location and maritime exposure the climate in Singapore is characterized by uniform temperature and pressure, high humidity and rainfall.
| Hotels in Singapore | |
| Conrad Centennial Hotel | Phoenix Hotel |
| Marriott Hotel | Shangri-La Hotel |
| Sentosa Resort & Spa | Regent Hotel |
