Statue of Merlion

One Fullerton (opposite The Fullerton Hotel)

How to get there by Singapore MRT. Singapore interactive metro guide.

The Statue of Merlion – a mythic creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish, sitting on the crest of the wave – is the most iconic symbol of Singapore. Over one million travelers from all over the world come here to admire the giant monument of halffish-halflion.

The mysterious creature, with which Singapore has been associated for several decades already, was devised by the designer Fraser Brunner, originally as a tourist emblem for the city. His idea was to symbolize the strength and bravery of Singapore with Merlion’s lion head, additionally because Singapore means ‘Lion’s City’ in Sanskrit. The statue’s fish body is a reference to Singapore’s past – it was once a small fishing village – embodying the close connection between the city-state and the sea. The locals, however, will assure anyone who listens that Merlion is a real creature that has lived in Singapore coastal waters for a long time, protecting the city from all kinds of troubles and disasters.

Initially, a concrete statue measuring 8,6 meters and weighing 70 tons was installed not far from the Esplanade Bridge. However, in 2002, the monument was moved 120 meters along: to the center of the namesake park that is located opposite to the Marina Bay and is very popular among tourists. There is another statue; a mere two meters high and weighing three tons in the park’s grounds: the so called "Merlion’s baby".

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Abdullaziz

Must go to

16.09.2023  
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Cedric

???????? #CEDieTravels

09.07.2023  
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Nick

Singapore's iconic statue. Best to visit at night -- there's still a lot of tourists but at least it's not hot!

07.05.2023  
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Nic

An iconic spot with incredible views day and night. Always busy, but a fun place to visit in Singapore!

14.03.2023  
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De Vallion

Seeing the sights.

07.10.2022  
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J Miko

Nice place to visit

01.09.2022  
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Torzin S

Spliting all time but acceptable in Singapore.

22.06.2022  
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Cheen

Geek notes: There are 6 authorised Merlion statues in Singapore, with the pair here being the 2 most famous. There used to be a 12-storey version at nearby Sentosa island. Source: Wikipedia

08.05.2022  
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Cheen

Did u know? The Merlion was designed & used as Singapore Tourism Board’s logo back in 1964 until 1997. The board still holds exclusive rights to use the symbol. Source: Infopedia

08.05.2022  
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Heba

Always crowded but can be seen from far away

10.01.2020  
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Aryo

Sometimes, patient is required to make one good photoshoot as so many people are there during the day (and also at night). It is best to take a photo at around sunrise time.

26.11.2019  
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Swiss In Hong Kong

This place at Marina Bay you have to visit when you are in Singapore

09.11.2019  
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Angeline

Went during the weekend, parked at esplanade and walked over... super packed during holiday and weekends...

28.10.2019  
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Hanna

Nice city views at night ????

12.07.2019  
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Kitzia

Unfortunately during my visit the Merlion statue was under repairing, but the night view from this point is amazing !

05.05.2019  
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Harry

Under construction, like so much else.

14.04.2019  
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Onur Alp

Great viewing terrace for Singapore in a nutshell.

25.02.2019  
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Rogelio

Try going early in the morning to avoid masses of tourism

16.02.2019  
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Ron

Hit Starbucks. Best AC around ????

30.01.2019  
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NeMeSiS

Merlion is a the ionic symbol for Singapore, walk to the Merlion Park and take a photo of Merlion and also have a good view of the Marina Bay and Financial Centre of Singapore.Breath taking scenery!

29.01.2019  
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