Created by Lim Nang Seng in 1972, the Merlion was a symbol representing Singapore. The fish in its design alludes to the idea of Singapore as a port city and its dependence on maritime trade, especially in the days of Temasek. The lion is a reference to a tale narrated in the Sejarah Melayu (Malay Annals), which describes how Malay king Sang Nila Utama reportedly encountered a lion when he first stepped on the shores of this island, leading him to rename Temasek Singapura ( “lion city” in Sanskrit).
The Esplanade
Esplanade, the premier centre for the Arts in Singapore, was built on October 2002.This centre was the crown jewel of our local government's efforts to make Singapore culturally successful and noteworthy.
The Esplanade defines
our local cultural space because it dictates and embodies certain artistic
standards and standards for selection and acceptance into the mainstream
locally.
This venue has since became one of Singapore's attraction and has helped to contribute to the social and national good. It creates a sense of community and belonging to Singaporeans and also the vibrancy of Singapore as an international arts city.
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