Architecture
Marina Bay Sands
Singapore, Singapore
Three hotel towers topped by a ship-shaped rooftop with a long swimming pool, a symbol of modern Singapore's skyline.
Built: 2010 · Style: Contemporary
Singapore: leaders, famous people, culture and history
1 place on the atlas covering architecture. Highlights include Marina Bay Sands.
See Singapore on the map Etiquette guide
What is on the atlas
- Architecture Marina Bay Sands
Who leads Singapore?
| President | Tharman Shanmugaratnam |
|---|---|
| Prime Minister | Lawrence Wong |
Office-holders as of July 2026. Governments change, so check Singapore’s official government website for the latest. Full list of heads of state and government.
Famous people from Singapore
- Lee Kuan Yew founding Prime Minister
- Sir Stamford Raffles founder of modern Singapore
- Tan Swie Hian artist and poet
- Joseph Schooling Olympic swimmer
- Yusof Ishak first president
- Sonny Liew graphic novelist
A short, well-known selection rather than a ranking. People pinned on the map appear in the cards below.
Etiquette tips for Singapore
- Greeting Handshake or nod; business cards are given with both hands. Respect the country's multicultural mix.
- Public Rules about littering, chewing gum and vaping are strict and enforced.
- Dining Hawker centres are shared tables; reserving a seat with a packet of tissues is a local habit. Tipping is not expected.
All etiquette tips for Singapore
Architecture in Singapore
How to use this page
This page brings together the people who lead Singapore today, a short selection of well-known people from Singapore, and the 1 place pinned for Singapore on the atlas. Use the buttons at the top to see Singapore on the map, where you can filter by theme, read a short summary of each pin and follow the link to Wikipedia for the full article. To browse the same themes across the whole world, see the architecture page.
Questions about Singapore
Who is the leader of Singapore?
As of July 2026: President: Tharman Shanmugaratnam; Prime Minister: Lawrence Wong. Office-holders change, so check the official government site for the latest.
Who are some famous people from Singapore?
Well-known people connected with Singapore include Lee Kuan Yew (founding Prime Minister), Sir Stamford Raffles (founder of modern Singapore), Tan Swie Hian (artist and poet), Joseph Schooling (Olympic swimmer) and Yusof Ishak (first president).
What are famous landmarks and buildings in Singapore?
Notable buildings and sites in Singapore on the atlas include Marina Bay Sands. Open the map for photos and links to read more.
How can I explore Singapore on the map?
Choose See Singapore on the map above, or search for Singapore on the atlas. You can filter by theme, drag the Time travel slider to see who was alive and what was standing in different centuries, and open any pin for a short summary and a link to the full Wikipedia article.
What etiquette should visitors know in Singapore?
Greeting: Handshake or nod; business cards are given with both hands. Respect the country's multicultural mix. Public: Rules about littering, chewing gum and vaping are strict and enforced. These are general customs, not legal advice.