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\u2013 This post was written by Neesha Kanga <\/strong>\u2013<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Singapore\u2019s uniqueness lies between its localized past and the globalized future. This tiny maritime island-nation has only known independence for less than 60 years, yet is considered one of the most advanced nations on Earth. The most famous landmarks in Singapore will walk you through the country’s complex history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Singapore\u2019s infrastructure has become a matter of national identity; with one of the strongest currencies and some of the highest amounts of skyscrapers per capita in the world, these outward-facing successes are designed to take the country \u201cfrom Third World to First World in one lifetime\u201d, as it’s first prime minister once said.

With this brief history in mind, it\u2019s time to explore some of the most icnoic landmarks and historical sites in Singapore, from the oldest convents and revered war memorials to downright surreal hotels and parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modern Landmarks in Singapore<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. The most famous landmark in Singapore: Merlion Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Location: Merlion Park, in front of Fullerton Hotel and overlooking Marina Bay<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Marina Sands Bay and Supertree Grove may be plastered all over the ‘gram when it comes to Singapore landmarks, the humble, old Merlion Park<\/a> <\/strong>is the definitive icon of the city and is regarded as the pride of Singapore. This city symbol has been drawing visitors for almost half a century since it was unveiled in 1972 <\/strong>to a starry-eyed nation that would go on to dominate the region\u2019s economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The statue depicts the mythical Merlion<\/strong>, a creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish<\/strong>. According to legend, a prince from the Srivijayan empire (1183-1377) named Sang Nila Utama was sailing across the seas when he discovered a spot of land. He encountered a majestic lion, inspiring him to found the city of Temasek <\/strong>(the old Malay word for \u2018lake town\u2019), which would eventually become Singapura <\/strong>\u2013 Lion City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s where the tale gets a bit fishy \u2013 what about the \u2018mer\u2019 part of Merlion? That part came later in 1964 when British ichthyologist (lovers of all things fish) and designer Alec Fraser-Brunner made the sculpture for the Singapore Tourism Board. They added a fabulous fishtail to signify Singapore\u2019s humble origins as a fishing village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surrounded by multi-million dollar building projects and cloud-piercing skyscrapers, the Merlion withstands the test of time and is a reminder of the city\u2019s ancient past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. A Singapore landmark that puts nature and innovation to work: Supertree Grove<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Location: Gardens by the Bay<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This famous landmark in Singapore is one of the most photographed places in the country. A billion-dollar mechanized Eden, the Supertree Grove<\/strong> located within Gardens by the Bay<\/a><\/strong> was designed to be a living work of art that integrates technology and greenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are 18 “Supertrees” <\/strong>in total, and each one unique in height and design, with some reaching up to 50 meters<\/strong>. You can take an elevator<\/strong> up these tremendous tree trunks to walk across suspended bridges<\/strong> that twist around the towering skeletal structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Functional as well as surreal, the Supertrees play an important role in sustainability. Each Supertree mimics the functions of a real tree, with built-in photovoltaic cells<\/strong> that echo photosynthesis which produces energy for the entire park<\/strong>. The trees also collect water during Singapore’s monsoon season<\/strong> and distribute it through the park\u2019s irrigation system<\/strong>. The water is also channeled through flues for the Gardens by the Bay\u2019s underground biomass boilers<\/strong>. Beautiful and beneficial!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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