a world ofdifference

While Yorkshire experiences a full range of weather conditions, from this year’s sub-zero temperatures to summer heatwaves, Singapore has no distinctive seasons, with temperatures remaining in the high 20s centigrade all year round.

The heather which covers much of the Yorkshire moorland contrasts with the tropical rainforest of Singapore and while the Yorkshire moors are noted for historic listed buildings, Singapore’s image is of modern developments.

Both attract millions of visitors a year.

In 2007, 10.2 million tourists visited the Singaporean islands, mostly to shop and gamble in the casinos.

But high up on the Moors the shops are few and far between, and the 6.3 million visitors go for the fresh air in rural settings.