Islands of Singapore

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Islands of Singapore

In South-East Asia stretches Republic of Singapore. This city-state that occupies the island, separated by the Straits of Johor to the Malay Peninsula. Singapore Island border with Indonesia and the Sultanate of Johor (Malaysia). At the moment, the state owns 63 islands. Chief among these is Singapore. Large tracts of land are also considered Ubin, Sentosa, Bran-Tekong Besar Sudong and Semakau. Area of the country has been steadily increasing due to land reclamation.
Weather Singapore

The country is situated almost on the equator. Therefore, the temperature is changing slightly. This is an area of equatorial climate. There receive higher rainfall. Minimum temperature, which was recorded in the city was 20 degrees, and the maximum is 36 degrees. On the islands of Singapore as there are no strong heat and cold.
natural features

One of the best islands considered Sentosa. There are good sandy beaches are located. On the island operates the world's largest theme park - Universal Studios. In addition, it employs a huge aquarium "Sea Life". The main island states - Singapore, is the most interesting sights. It is called Pulau Udzhon. The island has four quarters: Indian, Chinese, Arabic and Malay. Most of the people in the country live in Singapore. It is separated from the equator 137 km. The island has a length of about 42 km and a width of about 23 km. Its area is 617.1 square meters. km. It is characterized by a flat relief. The highest possible place - Bukit Timah Hill, which reaches 164 m. The southern part of the island takes Singapore. To the west it stretches township - Jurong, which is a major industrial center.

The original inhabitants of the islands of Singapore Malays are considered. Immigrants from other countries appeared on the islands after the onset of the British colony. Today the population is dominated by the Chinese. In addition to them inhabit the country Malays, Indians, Sri Lankans, Pakistanis and others. Singapore ranked among the most populous countries of the world. Therefore, the island experienced a number of environmental problems. Small area of the country, combined with high urbanization only exacerbate the situation. If you have previously existed on the islands of Singapore thickets of tropical trees, in these days more than half of the natural wealth lost. Evergreens are preserved only on the coasts. Famous for the beauty of nature island Semakau that actively takes vacationers. To the south is the island's main city of battle. It has a tiny size, but rich history.