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Interesting Facts About Singapore

You may already know Singapore for its beauty and tech prowess but there is a lot more you could learn about Singapore. We'll go through the eye-catching facts then provide general facts at the end. Let's get going! 1. Singaporeans are the fastest pedestrians in the world. They walk at an average speed of about 6.15km per hour (18 meters in 10.55 seconds). Usain Bolt may just have found his competition! 2. Chewing gum is banned in Singapore. Without medical prescription, being in possession of chewing gum will get you in trouble with the police. 3. Has the thought of urinating in an elevator ever crossed your mind? Have you ever thought of enacting such a thought? Measures have been put in place in Singapore to prevent urination in elevators. Their elevators are equipped with Urine Detection Devices (UDDs). They detect the scent of urine, then set off an alarm and closes the doors until the police arrive to arrest the offender. A specific law has been passe
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