The island country of Singapore and its tiny surrounding isles are situated between Malaysia and Indonesia. A bustling, cosmopolitan seaport, Singapore's multicultural influences are evident in neighborhoods such as Chinatown and Little India. You might stop by the Long Bar at the famous Raffles Hotel, where the Singapore Sling cocktail was invented.
Other attractions include the Night Safari, a zoo with more than 900 animals in diverse, simulated habitats; the tranquil Mandai Orchid Garden; Parliament House, where sittings are open to the public; and many temples, cathedrals, synagogues and mosques.