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:
4. Fort Siloso Has Been Gazetted As Singapore’s 74th National Monument
Once known as Sarang Limau or Tiger’s Lair, Fort Siloso is the best-preserved 19th-century fort in Singapore. It served as an important site to mark the nation’s war years. The historic site has been gazetted as Singapore’s 74th national monument, with 11 structures that collectively tell Singapore’s defence story. This marks the first time that a site with structures has been gazetted as a National Monument.
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