Singapore

This was my first time visiting Singapore, and like many who have never visited this place, I carried the preconceived notion that this place would be small, sterile, and extremely hot and humid; fortunately only the last item held true.

I was there more for a fact-finding mission than for vacation as I am trying to figure out where the best place for me would be following graduation and this was on the list. I had the opportunity to speak to people from all walks of life about Singaporean life, work and law; whether it was a Nigerian entrepreneur, a local taxi-driver, an elderly couple on the MRT, or an ex-pat high-level scientist, they all told me roughly the same story - this country is a great place to realize opportunities and while the government is strict, they are benevolent and clean. The Singaporeans themselves were a very gracious and warm people, and the city was by all means not at all sterile [as can be seen from the pictures below]. Granted, it was Formula 1 weekend AND the first time it was held in Singapore, so perhaps the energy and the crowds were a little higher and busier than normal. All in all, I think I might just be able to call this city home one day.

I want to thank everyone who took the time to help me understand this place, and for giving me honest and candid opinions of what I should expect and be aware of.