The small economic giant of south-east Asia, Singapore remains one of the most modern cities in the region. The city nation blends cultural aspects of Malay, China, Arabia, India and England into a melding pot of diversity. Its unique ethnic tapestry offers visitors a wide array of sightseeing and culinary opportunities from which to choose.
Yekaterinburg, alternatively romanized as Ekaterinburg, is the fourth-largest city in Russia. It was founded in 1723 by Vasily Tatishcev and Georg Wilhelm de Gennin. Yekaterinburg is situated on the border of Europe and Asia. It is surrounded by small lakes and wooded hills, partially cultivated for agricultural purposes. The city is famous for its theaters and home to some very popular theatre companies.