3 SINGAPORE CHINESE CULTURAL SURVEY

Although it is the smallest country in Southeast Asia, the Republic of Singapore still has its own unique culture that is unmatched by its neighbors.

Multiracial in the heart of Asia Singapore has a population of about 5.1 million people, of which only 64% are Singaporeans, while the remaining 36% are foreigners living or working in Singapore. If we continue to analyze the roots of the total population, 77% of them are Chinese, followed by Malay, Indian, Pakistani and Sri Lankans. This means that you will have to pay more attention to your life. For example, if you invite a Muslim friend home, you must prepare dishes that are not made from pork, nor invite them to drink alcohol! Indian women usually have a reddish tinge, while men use white belts. When they meet, they fold their hands in front of the chest. It is the law of Islam and the Sultanate that preserves solidarity and attitudes in the lives of Singaporeans. Habits of delicacy Not only Singaporeans, when you come to any other country, you also have to find out about hand habits, popular beliefs or local customs to "enter the custom." For example, pointing fingers at someone or clenching a fist or middle finger in Singapore is considered a rude act. And if there is a habit of putting two hands on the side should also be ... limited because this means anger. A habit may be more focused than using a pair of chopsticks. While eating rice, do not place the chopsticks on the bowl or on the food plate. For those who work in the maritime field, when they eat rice, they will not overturn the fish, because that means turning the boat. Instead, you can split the fish bone before eating the meat. In addition, as well as the Vietnamese themselves, Singaporeans also have some taboos on New Year's Day such as abstinence sweeping or breaking furniture. In particular, they are number seven and always try to avoid this number. Famous for its cleanliness Island lions are famous around the world for cleanliness. In 2012, the city only ranks behind Tokyo for cleanliness on the world map and this is also the only two cities in Asia to make this list. Mentioned here, many still use the term "city in the forest" or "forest in the city". From the small gardens, the bushes of green forest viewed from the aircraft door to the straight trees on the road are covered with a cool blue. In public places such as theaters, movie theaters, smoking bans are given with very strict punishments ($ 500 Sing for those who break). So, keep an eye on the notice boards to keep up the good work!