16 Little known Facts About Singapore Trivia
16 Fascinating Facts About Singapore for SG60
As Singapore celebrates its 60th year of independence in 2025, there’s no better time to uncover facts about Singapore SG60 that reveal what makes the Lion City so special. Beyond its iconic skyline and global reputation, Singapore is full of fascinating details — from world records to cultural quirks. Here are 16 surprising and fun highlights to celebrate SG60 in style.
1. A Rare City-State
Singapore is one of only three surviving city-states in the world — the others are Monaco and Vatican City.
2. A Hidden Anthem
Our national anthem is micro-printed on the back of the $1,000 note — so tiny, you’ll need a magnifying glass to read it!
3. 65 Islands Strong
The nation isn’t just one island — Singapore actually consists of the main island, 63 smaller islands, and one outlying islet.
4. Singlish in the Dictionary
At least 27 Singlish words have made it into the Oxford Dictionary. Blur sotong confirm don’t know this lah. Shiok!
At least 27 Singlish words have made it into the Oxford dictionary.
5. A True Garden City
With over 7 million trees — more than our 5.9 million people — Singapore more than earns its nickname: the Garden City.
6. The World’s Most Awarded Airport
Changi Airport has won close to 700 awards, including being crowned “World’s Best Airport” 13 times by Skytrax.
7. Our Own “Loch Ness Monster”
The Bukit Timah Monkey Man, a legendary creature said to roam the forests, has been part of local folklore for decades.
8. Time Zones on the Move
Since 1905, Singapore has changed its official time zone six times. We’ve been on GMT+8 since 1982, aligning with Malaysia.
9. World’s Largest Dome Structure
The Singapore National Stadium boasts a 312m-diameter dome and a retractable roof, making it the largest free-spanning dome in the world.
10. A Vertical Green Marvel
The Tree House condominium is home to the world’s largest vertical garden, a lush green wall that doubles as natural insulation.
11. Tallest Skyscraper in Town
Standing at 290m, Guoco Tower at Tanjong Pagar is Singapore’s tallest building — and one of the tallest in Southeast Asia.
12. Multi-Flavoured Yakult
Singapore is the only country in the world where Yakult comes in a variety of flavours. (Everywhere else, it’s just the original one!)
13. Monkeys Found Nowhere Else
Two monkey species are native only to Singapore: the Raffles’ banded langur and the long-tailed macaque.
14. Highest Homeownership Rate
92% of Singaporeans own their homes — the highest homeownership rate in the world.
15. World’s Fastest Walkers
A 2007 study crowned Singaporeans the fastest walkers on Earth, covering 18m of pavement in just 10.55 seconds.
16. A Record-Breaking Indoor Waterfall
The HSBC Rain Vortex at Jewel Changi stands at 40m, making it the world’s tallest indoor waterfall.
The HSBC Rain Vortex at Jewel Changi Airport
Conclusion
As Singapore turns 60, these fascinating facts remind us that our little red dot is anything but ordinary. From record-breaking achievements to cultural quirks, Singapore proves that small can indeed be mighty. Here’s to celebrating our heritage, achievements, and future together — Majulah Singapura! PRIME
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