You may have been to Sentosa countless times, but how much do you exactly know about Sentosa?
Do you know that Sentosa is turning 50 this year? Over the years, Sentosa has grown and continuously refreshed its offerings, transforming into a leading leisure destination and attracting millions of visitors each year.
Do you also know that Sentosa was once British military base? There are many other facets of Sentosa and its history that may be less well known to some.
Here are some interesting facts about Sentosa that you may not know:
2. Sentosa Could Have Been an Oil Refinery
In September 1967, Pulau Blakang Mati (Sentosa island’s previous name) was returned to the Government, following the closure of British military bases. During this period, plans were made to turn the island into an oil refinery. Thanks to a proposal by Albert Winsemius, then chief economic advisor to Singapore, Sentosa was instead transformed into a leisure destination for locals and tourists. Seems like they made the right decision afterall!
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