Merlion's History
by Jmill42
Riding a wave, with the head of a lion and the body of a fish, the national symbol of Singapore might not seem logical. But, when you examine the history that produced the symbol, it is a fascinating choice for a monument.
In the beginning, Singapore was mainly a fishing community and was first known as Temasek, meaning "sea".
It is legend that Prince Sang Nila Utama, in the 11th century rediscovered this island, and when he first stepped off his boat, he was greeted with the sight of a lion.
In his language, the prince called the island "Lion City". What that translates to today is Singa (lion) Pura (city).
The country's national symbol is the merlion, which has a fish tail attached to a lion’s body. It represents the fishing village beginning to the sighting of the lion upon rediscovery.
Fontain of Wealth
by yatingchen
The Fontain of Wealth is the biggest fontain in the world. It has Chinese horoscope symbols and is surrounded by 5 tall buildings which look like 5 fingers. Singaporans believe "Fong-Shui" a lot and consider the design could bring much fortune. (keep fortune in hand)
It's Ramadhan in Singapore! (Geylang)
by beetlebummer
Geylang is a must to visit if you are in Singapore during Ramadhan. The whole stretch of road will be converted into a sea of humans, lights and FOOD galore, almost throughout the whole month!!! This is where the locals, especially the Malays, go to get almost everything that they need for their Aidilfitri (Eid) preparations. You see, the custom here in Singapore for the Malays, is to have new clothes or the baju kurung, new shoes, new curtains, new carpets and new almost everything in the house, as they celebrate the end of fasting month and the arrival of Aidilfitri (Eid)!! This practice is not related to the religion (Islam) though. It is solely customary. But it is so much fun to see this place come so alive during this month. And also this is where you can indulge on the local food. Hot favourites are the ayam percik and the dendeng (even the other races will come just for these food).
What You Forgot, You Can Buy It Here
by euli
Light, summer clothing like T-shirts, sleeveless tops, bermudas and a good comfortable pair of walking shoes for sightseeing.
A short-sleeved shirt and trousers for the theatre (musicals, plays, performances) or the Esplanade.
IT Show
by Onedragon
I JUST HAPPENED TO BE IN SINGAPORE ON ONE OF THE DAYS OF THE " IT" SHOW...
IT WAS FABULOUS WATCHING ALL THESE AMAZING PRODUCTS FROM DIGITAL CAMERAS TO YOU NAME IT AND IT WAS THERE...SEEMED LIKE THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE CAME OUT TO BUY AT GREAT AND INEXPENSIVE PRICES WHATEVER THEY WERE DREAMING ABOUT AS FAR AS ELECTRONICS .WOW!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!! The Show Singaporean’s and Asia had been waiting for ! IT SHOW 2007 returned as the No.1 Largest Exhibition ever held in Singapore occupying the entire Suntec City Exhibition Centre, sprawling over 300,000 Sqft. THERE WERE EVEN CASH PRIZES GIVEN OUT OF:::: 1st Prize: S$20,000
2nd Prize: S$ 3,000
3rd Prize: S$ 2,000
And other attractive prizes also were given............. GET READY FOR NEXT YEAR IF YOU MISSED 'it' THIS YEAR!!!!!
Sign in with Facebook
The nuts on the floor.
Fishes at Sea World, Sentosa Island, Singapore
St. Andrews Cathedral, Singapore
Merlion
