{"id":51214,"date":"2026-02-14T12:00:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-14T04:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/%e3%80%90%e6%94%bb%e7%95%a5%e3%80%91%e3%82%b7%e3%83%b3%e3%82%ac%e3%83%9d%e3%83%bc%e3%83%ab%e3%80%8c%e3%83%9e%e3%83%bc%e3%83%a9%e3%82%a4%e3%82%aa%e3%83%b3%e5%85%ac%e5%9c%92%e3%80%8d%e3%81%a8%e5%85%ac\/"},"modified":"2026-03-29T12:00:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T04:00:51","slug":"merlion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/merlion\/","title":{"rendered":"The Merlion: Singapore\u2019s Iconic Landmark and Must-See Attraction"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Merlion Park is a must-visit for any traveller to Singapore, home to <strong>the iconic Merlion statue<\/strong>, which spouts water from its mouth.\u00a0As one of the city\u2019s most famous landmarks, it is the ideal starting point for exploring Singapore<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Marina_MerlionPark-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Singapore's Two Major Landmarks: The Merlion and Marina Bay Sands\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28437 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This guide explores the story behind the Merlion, directions to Merlion Park, and nearby attractions.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, it highlights five other &#8220;official&#8221; Merlion statues approved by STB, making it an ideal guide for discovering Merlion statues across Singapore.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"List_TOC\">\n<li><span><a href=\"#Essentials\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Visitor Information<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#History\">\u2022 The Story Behind the Merlion<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Access\">\u2022 How to Get to Merlion Park<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Operation\">\u2022 Open 24\/7, Free Admission<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#Merlion\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The Merlion: Singapore&#8217;s Icon<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Original\">\u2022 Majestic Merlion<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Cub\">\u2022 Merlion Cub Statue<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#LightUp\">\u2022 Merlion After Dark<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Projections\">\u2022 Special Light-Up for Major Events<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#Around\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Around Merlion Park<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Attractions\">\u2022 Must-See Attractions in Marina Bay<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Restaurants\">\u2022 Nearby Dining Options<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#Official\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Six &#8220;Official&#8221; Merlions in Singapore<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#1\">\u2776 The Original Merlion at Merlion Park<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#2\">\u2777 The Merlion Cub at Merlion Park<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#MtFaber\">\u2778 The Merlion at Mount Faber<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#STB\">\u2779 The Merlion at the Singapore Tourism Board<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Twins\">\u277a\u30fb\u277b The Twin Merlions at Ang Mo Kio<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Sentosa\">The Merlion Tower: Demolished in 2019<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Essentials\" class=\"H2SubEng\">01<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Visitor Information<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"History\">The Story Behind the Merlion<\/h3>\n<p>The &#8220;Merlion,&#8221; named after a combination of <strong>&#8220;Mer&#8221; (sea) and &#8220;Lion,&#8221;<\/strong> is <strong>a mythical creature<\/strong> rooted in Singapore&#8217;s founding myth. Its lion&#8217;s head\u00a0symbolises Singapore, often called the Lion City. This name comes from the legend of Prince Sang Nila Utama, who once drifted ashore in Singapore, encountered a lion, and named the land <strong>&#8220;Singapura,&#8221; meaning &#8220;Lion City&#8221; in Sanskrit.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The fish tail represents <strong>Singapore&#8217;s maritime roots<\/strong>, reflecting its transformation from a small fishing village, originally called Temasek, into a prosperous trading port.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_Epigraph-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Inscription at Merlion Park\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36029 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Merlion was created by Singaporean sculptor Mr. Lim Nang Seng at a cost of approximately S$165,000. It was officially unveiled by Prime Minister Mr. Lee Kuan Yew at a ceremony in 1972.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Access\">How to Get to Merlion Park<\/h3>\n<p>The Merlion is located in <strong>Merlion Park<\/strong>, at the mouth of the Singapore River where it meets Marina Bay.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Marina_MerlionStatue-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Merlion Statue at Merlion Park\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30103 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a 7-minute walk from <strong>Raffles Place MRT station<\/strong>. Or, it\u2019s about 10 minutes on foot from <strong>Downtown station<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Merlion Park<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/u8e3oEk7FjBofJMPA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1 Fullerton Rd, Merlion Park, Singapore 049213<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Operation\">Open 24\/7, Free Admission<\/h3>\n<p>Merlion Park is <strong>open 24\/7, and admission is free<\/strong>. However, the Merlion statue may occasionally be covered up for <strong>maintenance or cleaning<\/strong>. Maintenance schedules are posted on <strong>the official Singapore Tourism Board website,<\/strong> so it&#8217;s best to check there before your visit.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Singapore Tourism Board<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Website<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stb.gov.sg\/content\/stb\/en\/media-centre\/media-releases.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.stb.gov.sg\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Merlion\" class=\"H2SubEng\">02<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>The Merlion: Singapore&#8217;s Icon<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"Original\">Majestic Merlion<\/h3>\n<p>The majestic Merlion statue stands 8.6 metres tall and weighs 70 tonnes. As it proudly spouts water from its mouth, with Marina Bay Sands in the background, it creates a stunning spectacle.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_IconicView-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Iconic Sights of Singapore: The Merlion and Marina Bay Sands\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36046 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A visit to Singapore wouldn\u2019t be complete without experiencing this iconic sight.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Cub\">Merlion Cub Statue<\/h3>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss the <strong>&#8220;Merlion Cub Statue,&#8221;<\/strong> standing back-to-back with the main statue! At around 2 metres tall, it\u2019s roughly a quarter of the size of the main Merlion.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_MiniMerlion-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Merlion Cub, behind the main Merlion statue\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36031 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This charming statue will capture your heart with its innocent black eyes and the gentle stream of water it spouts.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"LightUp\">Merlion After Dark<\/h3>\n<p>The Merlion looks stunning during the day, but its lit-up form at night is truly impressive. Its gleaming white statue stands out beautifully against Singapore&#8217;s sparkling skyline.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_Spectra-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Merlion and Marina Bay Sands's Laser Show &quot;Spectra&quot;\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36047 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The glowing synergy between the Merlion\u2019s lighting and the Marina Bay Sands\u2019 laser show, <strong>&#8220;Spectra,&#8221;<\/strong> creates a breathtaking sight. &#8220;Spectra&#8221; runs twice a night, with an extra show on Fridays and Saturdays.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Spectra<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Times<\/strong>Sun \u2013 Thu: 8pm &amp; 9pm, Fri &amp; Sat: 8pm, 9pm &amp; 10pm<\/p>\n<p><strong>Website<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marinabaysands.com\/attractions\/spectra.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.marinabaysands.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Projections\">Special Light-Up for Major Events<\/h3>\n<p>In addition to the daily illuminations, <strong>special light-ups<\/strong> take place for a limited time to coincide with major events such as National Day, the F1 Grand Prix, and the New Year&#8217;s Eve countdown.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_GoldMerlion-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Merlion Glowing in Gold with Projection Mapping\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36119 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Using projection mapping, the Merlion is brought to life in a dazzling array of colours and patterns.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_ProjectionMapping-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"The Merlion Changing Colours with Projection Mapping\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36120 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>From sparkling gold to the red and white of Singapore&#8217;s national flag, it takes on an entirely new look, offering a spectacular sight like no other.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Around\" class=\"H2SubEng\">03<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Around Merlion Park<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"Attractions\">Must-See Attractions in Marina Bay<\/h3>\n<p>The Marina Bay area, which houses the Merlion Park, is brimming with attractions beyond the Merlion itself.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Marina_RafflesLandingSite-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Statue of Sir Stamford Raffles at the Landing Site\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28542 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Nearby is <strong>the landing site of Sir Stamford Raffles<\/strong>, the father of modern Singapore, and further along is <strong>Padang<\/strong>, famous for its historic colonial buildings.<\/p>\n<p>Across the bay, you\u2019ll find must-see attractions, including <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/mbstips\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Marina Bay Sands: Your Ultimate 2025 Guide to Singapore\u2019s Icon\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Marina Bay Sands<\/strong><\/a><\/span> and <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/gardensbythebay\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Gardens by the Bay: Singapore\u2019s Must-Visit Sci-Fi Green Oasis\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Gardens by the Bay<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_MarinaAttractions-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Must-Visit Attractions in the Marina Bay Area\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36125 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/marina\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Marina Bay: Complete Guide to Singapore\u2019s Most Iconic District\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>more attractions in the Marina Bay area<\/strong><\/a><\/span> after seeing the Merlion, check out the article below.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/marina\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Marina Bay: Complete Guide to Singapore\u2019s Most Iconic District\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/marina\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Restaurants\">Nearby Dining Options<\/h3>\n<p><strong>One Fullerton<\/strong>, a dining hub located within Merlion Park, is a great spot for a meal or a coffee break. It boasts over ten diverse restaurants, cafes, and bars, including the stylish cafe <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/pscafe\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"PS.Cafe: Your Ultimate Weekend Brunch Destination in Singapore\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>PS.Cafe<\/strong><\/a><\/span>, the popular American diner <strong>OverEasy<\/strong>, known for its gourmet burgers, and the renowned seafood restaurant <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/palmbeach\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Palm Beach: Chilli Crab &amp; Marina Bay Views, All in One Place\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Palm Beach<\/strong><\/a><\/span>, best known for its signature Chilli Crab. You&#8217;ll also find familiar chains like <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/starbucks\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Singapore Starbucks Guide: Must\u2011Try Treats and Exclusive Merch\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Starbucks<\/strong><\/a><\/span> and <strong>Shake Shack<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_OneFullerton_en-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"One Fullerton, Dining Hub Adjacent to Merlion Park\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-51266\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Additionally, <strong>Fullerton Hotel and <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/fullertonbayhotel\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Fullerton Bay Hotel Review: Exclusive Luxury Stay in Singapore\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\">Fullerton Bay Hotel<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, just a short walk from Merlion Park, offer excellent options for <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/afternoontea\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Complete Guide to 10 Best Afternoon Tea Spots in Singapore 2026\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>afternoon tea<\/strong><\/a><\/span> or <strong>dim sum<\/strong> in a luxurious setting.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Official\" class=\"H2SubEng\">04<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Six &#8220;Official&#8221; Merlions in Singapore<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Did you know there are several official Merlion statues in Singapore? In addition to the iconic one at Merlion Park, there are a total of <strong>six government-approved Merlions<\/strong> scattered across the island.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_36389\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_Unofficial-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Unofficial Merlion Statues\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" class=\"wp-image-36389 size-medium\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Unofficial Merlion<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Why not set off on a journey to discover them all?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"1\">\u2776 The Original Merlion at Merlion Park<\/h3>\n<p><strong>The original Merlion statue<\/strong>, created in 1972, stands on the waterfront of Marina Bay.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_SideShot-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Original Merlion at Merlion Park\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36035 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s arguably the most famous Merlion in Singapore.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Merlion<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>\u5730\u56f3<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/gt74t5qahFRoNWHG9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1 Fullerton Rd, Merlion Park, Singapore 049213<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"2\">\u2777 The Merlion Cub at Merlion Park<\/h3>\n<p>The second statue is <strong>the Merlion Cub<\/strong>, located in the same park.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_MiniSideShot-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Merlion Cub at Merlion Park\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36038 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Despite its smaller size, it spouts water just like the original.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Merlion Cub<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/KhHx4BP4XrEc1TPX9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1 Fullerton Rd, Merlion Park, Singapore 049213<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"MtFaber\">\u2778 The Merlion at Mount Faber<\/h3>\n<p>Situated in the southwest of Singapore, <strong>Mount Faber Park<\/strong> sits atop a hill about 100 metres above sea level. This park is known for <strong>its cable car station<\/strong> that connects Sentosa Island to the mainland.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_MtFaber-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Merlion at Mount Faber\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-35981 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In the park, you&#8217;ll find a Merlion statue, about 3 metres tall.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Mount Faber Park<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/vpkQQR7otNeVFxvv7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mount Faber Rd, Singapore<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"STB\">\u2779 The Merlion at the Singapore Tourism Board<\/h3>\n<p><strong>The Singapore Tourism Board (STB)<\/strong> is the government agency responsible for overseeing tourism in Singapore, including the management of the Merlion.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_TourismBoard-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Merlion at the Singapore Tourism Board\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36055 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>At the entrance to the STB office along Grange Road, near the western end of Orchard Road, stands <strong>a Merlion statue with a slightly longer face<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Singapore Tourism Board<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/E2ShPYz4CGGeG8kj9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1 Orchard Spring Ln, #01-03 Tourism Court, Singapore 247729<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Twins\">\u277a\u30fb\u277b The Twin Merlions at Ang Mo Kio<\/h3>\n<p>Located in <strong>Ang Mo Kio<\/strong>, a suburban town in northeastern Singapore, <strong>the Twin Merlions<\/strong> were built by the local town council.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_AngMoKio-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Twin Merlions at Ang Mo Kio\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36051 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>A pair of Merlions<\/strong> stands guard like gatekeepers, one on each side of the HDB car park entrance.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_TwinMerlions-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"The Twin Merlions at Ang Mo Kio\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36052 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Initially, these statues were nearly removed as they had been built without prior approval from the Singapore Tourism Board. However, they have since been <strong>officially recognised<\/strong> and are now part of the six government-approved Merlion statues in Singapore.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Ang Mo Kio Merlion Twins Statue<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Swd73r3VxUsgTjh6A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ang Mo Kio Ave 1, Car park entrance of Blocks 216\/220, Singapore 560218<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Sentosa\">The Merlion Tower: Demolished in 2019<\/h3>\n<p><strong>The Merlion Tower<\/strong>, once recognised as one of the official Merlion statues, stood as a beloved landmark in the heart of Sentosa Island for many years.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Merlion_Sentosa-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The Merlion Tower on Sentosa Island: Demolished in 2019\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36054 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>However, <strong>it was closed and dismantled in 2019<\/strong> as part of a redevelopment project in the area.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Merlion Park is a must-visit for any traveller to Singapore, home to the iconic Merlion statue, which spouts water from its mouth.\u00a0As one of the city\u2019s most famous landmarks, it is the ideal starting point for exploring Singapore This guide explores the story behind the Merlion, directions to Merlion Park, and nearby attractions. Additionally, it highlights five other &#8220;official&#8221; Merlion statues approved by STB, making it an ideal guide for discovering Merlion statues across Singapore. 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