There are 4,59 million people in Singapore. Out of which 3.58 million are citizens and permanent residents. Singapore's people are largely descendents of immigrants from the Malay Peninsula, China, and the Indian sub-continent. The rest of the population are foreigners who are either working or studying here.
Singapore races/ Religions/ Languages
Singapore is a melting pot of races, with 75% of its people being Chinese, 13,6 Malay, 8,9% Indian, 2,5% Eurasian and people of other descent.
With so much cultural diversity, Singapore is also multi-religion. The main religion are Islam, Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity and Hinduism.
The nation language of Singapore is Malay and its main language for business, administration and instruction is English. The four official languages are Malay, Mandarin, Tamil, and English.
Other Festivities at Singapore
Local culture can be observed at their most expressive and capitivating moments during festivals which are maked by the colourful street processions, elaborate worship ceremonies and sumptuous feasts. Different ethic districts come aglow with brilliant colourful lights and crowded street markets during the festival of Hari Raya Haji, Hari Raya Puasa, Deepavali, Lunar New Year and Christmas.
You can also usher in the new year at the many New Year countdown parties and take your pick at the various other events held throughout the year. - Food lovers will be thrilled at the Singapore Food Festival (July) or the World Gourmet Summit (March - April), Singapore bargain hunters get to shop to their hearts content at the Great Singapore Sale (May-July) and those who love haute couture will be adore in Singapore Fashion Festival (March - April) with its showcases the best of both Singapore's and International performers in the area of dance, theatre, music and visual arts.
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