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Detailed explanation-1: -The hawker culture of Singapore has now joined the ranks of other cultural phenomenon from around the world, such as the tango of Argentina. UNESCO recognises the hawker culture of the country, mentioning that community dining and culinary practices are prevalent throughout the country.

Detailed explanation-2: -Singapore’s iconic, but endangered, street food now has UNESCO status. The city-state’s vibrant hawker centers serve up Malay noodles, Indian curry puffs, and a feast of cultural history.

Detailed explanation-3: -Singapore Botanic Gardens - Singapore’s First UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Singapore Botanic Gardens was successfully inscribed as Singapore’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site on 4 July 2015. The 21 member World Heritage Committee unanimously gave their support towards the inscription of the Gardens.

Detailed explanation-4: -Hawker Culture in Singapore is an integral part of the way of life for Singaporeans, where people from all walks of life gather at hawker centres to dine and bond over their favourite hawker food, which are prepared by hawkers.