10 interesting facts about Singapore

1. Singapore used to be called Temasek, which means city of the sea.
2. Singapore is the least corrupt country in Asia and the fifth least corrupt country in the world.
3. Singapore is the third country in the world with the highest GDP per capita.
4. On November 7, Singapore celebrates Tree Planting Day. It is a big celebration and everyone, starting with the Prime Minister of the country, plants a tree on this day.
5. Children's Day is celebrated twice in Singapore. One time is celebrated for children under 12 years old and the other time for teenagers over 12 years old.
6. It is illegal to chew gum on the street in Singapore. You will be fined unless you can prove that you are chewing for medicinal purposes.
7. There is a 280 meter height limit on buildings in Singapore. There are three buildings in Singapore that are exactly 280 meters high.
8. Singapore's Changi Airport is considered one of the most beautiful airports in the world.
9. In addition to the main island, Singapore includes 63 other small islands, most of which are uninhabited.
10. Most births in Singapore are registered in October.