Singapore’s cosmopolitan charm expresses itself beautifully in the different ethnic festivals held each year. Having a rich mixture of cultures in Singapore means that there’s always a cultural event to celebrate, all throughout the year. Being a culturally open and sensitive society, Singapore has managed to acquire a unique identity while still retaining the various groups’ traditional practices, customs and festivals. This set of stamps features the four main celebrations of the four ethnic communities – Chinese, Eurasians, Indians and Malays.