There are plenty of things one can find in Singapore that we just don't have in the West. It's taken some getting used to and even if I may never be able to pass by a sign like the one below without snickering, I've at least become accustomed to seeing them around.
Of course, this is just one tiny example of the many unusual signs here, maybe I'll make a habit of snapping a photo when I come across them from now on, but heck, I already stand out enough without making myself look like a tourist.
Durians are something you're not going to find in Ohio without a good search, if at all, so the fact they are enough of an annoyance here to warrant putting up a sign in the MRT itself is a bit of culture shock. For those who don't know, durians are stinky fruits native to Southeast Asia. Apparently they have a consistency like thick custard, though I can't say I've tried one yet, they stink way too much and make the whole area smell bad!
Fortunately, they aren't an annoyance quite enough to warrant a fine.
Friday, January 7, 2011
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