Where are the possible sites in S'pore that can be a World Heritage Site and why should it be considered?

Question

Where are the possible sites in S'pore that can be a World Heritage Site and why should it be considered?

Answer 1

This is the problem.... Singapore has pulled down so many sites that could have been a potential World Heritage Site. You can say it is due to city development but look at all the advanced cities around the world (London, New York.. etc), they have so many historial sites... It is time for Singapore Govt to seriously re-look into the city development plan and preserve what we have left...



Now for the potential sites... I think the Supreme Court Building should be one for consideration... as it has been there, restoration was done with minimal disruption to its original look. I can't think of any other sites because they are either no longer exist or have been overly restored and lost its original look....

Answer 2

fort canning; a reminder that never take peace for granted

Answer 3

Get real guys! i doubt there's any sites here worth to be considered 'World Heritage'. Wake up! Wake up! Cultural rich places? China, Yes! France, Yes! Singapore... Afraid not, probably in another 500 years.

Answer 4

Victoria Concert Hall.



It have very long history. In 1901, construction began in memory of the late Queen Victoria, with the foundation laid in 1902 and officially opened by the Governor of the Straits Settlements, John Anderson on 18 October 1905 as the Victoria Memorial Hall. Used in World War II as hospital and other important events, what better place than that ;-)

Answer 5

Any ERP site will do great!! Cause only Singapore has it!! Yahoooooo

Answer 6

seriously?

Try those places which are rich in history, like Pulau Belakang Mati.



Or, Chek Jawa at Pulau Ubin.

Answer 7

The grave of Radin Mas... historical value that unfortunately not many Singapore are aware of

Answer 8

Its where a lot of memories stay when I was a child,

No. 6, Jalan Pisang, stetch of oldest houses or 巷子.

memories of 1950s childhood which is not found in other HDB estates.

Answer 9

fullerton hotel, lau pat sat, old city hall, ST Andrew Catheral etc



they are steeped in history and really say a lot about Singapore in her developing years.

Answer 10

NONE

Answer 11

The national flower for Singapore is Vana joaquim - an orchid name and one of the Heritage site -where most singaporeans have forgotten is Mandai Orchids Gardens where Heritage orchids can be found and breed in the lab Garden.It is one of the Gardens frequent by mostly tourists from America / London and Switzenland who appreciates the heritage. One of the heritage orchid named after Magaret Thatcher that is breed in Mandai Orchids and etc --for you to discover more.......

Answer 12

Well, too much has been torn down. But I think there are considerably enough buildings that we can try to be proud of.

1) hajjah fatimah mosque & st andrew church (cos the design abt the same)

2) Sultan mosque

3) the temple at chinatown (i had forgotten the name - but during the national education trips, the guide will always bring us there)

4) Malay heritage site (where it once used to be a palace) - what a waste - once a palace, now a museum. Had they preserved it to its original state, we can at least have a palace backdated to the 17th century. Really a waste.

5) The place where the karang guni men sell their stuff. It's a site isnt it...



Or else, we should just preserve the areas that Raffles had designated the areas for each race. Somewhat the buildings now may look more modern, but the feel is there. Little India, Kampong Glam, Chinatown.



I would prefer something that is not a monument-turned-hotel. I think it lost its touch. Alex Hosp is still what it is and it has that feel. I would recommend that. And I am not sure if you guys have noticed, but in Singapore Botanical Gardens, there is something that looks like a house/palace. Why dont presevere that? Architecture looks kinda of simple, but thats the creativity the people had at that time.



Haha, and i love the comments where ERP should be a world heritage site. It's true, no where else in the world have such a system. In about a 100 years, I think ERP maybe a world heritage site. Let's wait for it then.



Singapore has a questionable history, I guess. Anyways, if an Ang Moh were to ask you who is the founder of Singapore, what will your answer be? Is it Sang Nila Utama, Raffles or LKY? Think about it.

Answer 13

Raffles Hotel seems to be the only place that has a decent chance. It's history has been constant and interesting since the time it was built. It's still pretty well preserved and maintains some semblance to the original. Plus, most people who've never been to Singapore would probably not have heard of the Mandai Orchid Gardens, Fort Canning or Labrador Park. There are lots of old buildings like the Fullerton, the Supreme Court etc but then again there are much older and more impressive buildings in the rest of the world with, perhaps, more interesting histories. Raffles Hotel is perhaps the only site that is quite uniquely Singaporean. Most of the glam hotels from the past in places like Thailand, Vietnam, India etc are long gone, we're the only ones that have a hotel with such a well documented and illustrious history in this region.



Alot of people will say it's now owned by a foreign company but, in truth, they are just operators. They can't really take the physical building away neither can they fundamentally change it. As a symbol, it will always belong to Singapore, well, until we remove the government that has preserved it for so long I guess.

Answer 14

UNESCO defines a world (cultural or natural) heritage as one of "outstanding universal value". I take this to mean that anyone from anywhere in the world who sees it would be able to connect with it in a spiritual and intellectual sense, and intrinsically understand how that thing somehow connects them to every other human being and culture on this planet. With this in mind, let's take a long, hard look around Singapore. What do we have that still merits this definition? The old SJI (now SAM) building? No, because it is only a parody of what it once was. How about the National Library building at Fort Canning? Oops, I almost forgot - it's been torn down. The Esplanade? Come on! Get serious! The Armenian Church in Singapore? Ok, lovely structure...but a thorny question - is it of "universal value", as defined earlier? How about the Botanical Garden? Maybe the old godowns along Singapore River - oh dear, almost forgot that they've also either been torn down or remain as comical parodies of what they once were (these days they house nightclubs, bars, restaurants, etc). The old kampongs might fit the bill... Anyways, I worry that any structure or feature chosen to be a UNESCO site would ultimately become a superficial, throw-money-at-it appearance of cultural preservation but really cleverly disguising the cynicism of pandering to commercialism and the tourist dollar. And the equally worrying issue is that even Singaporeans themselves by and large wouldn't care.

Answer 15

Seriously....It sounds like a bad idea from the first look.....and from the second look...it sounds really stupid, just like what some had said earlier, what kind of place could match up with the rest of the "wonders". Okay, maybe it do not have to be really great like gigantic and thousands of years old but again, rephrasing from some other comments, Singapore had already demolished so many historical sites and now the government wants to talk about this? Singapore and the World Heritage Site? seriously? I mean it is really a hilarious thought. We can make a list of buildings that the government had erased for good. If the Unesco could allow a nation to register something that has already gone invisible, maybe some sites could be considered, but i guess that is kind of impossible, hence we are looking into something that we have currently. If we do put places like the parliament house in......maybe chinatown.....if we think that these places could be some heritage site, that means the standard must be wrong. If we are judging by "world's standards", and if those places could actually pass, then i guess millions of places could enter from other nations, if we are talking about individual standards, then Singapore could go for it by all means. It is just my thought here, it may sound like a rant, but I guess that does not hurt.

Answer 16

Singapore has the potential to become part of World Heritage Sites. At first glance I'd suggest two sites.

1) Pulau Ubin, according to this criteria:

"There exist a great variety of Landscapes that are representative of the different regions of the world. Combined works of nature and humankind, they express a long and intimate relationship between peoples and their natural environment."

Pulau Ubin is the place how Singapore looked about 40 years ago- a charming island with jungle and bumboats - a place deserves to be nominated!

2) Arab street with the Mosque : " promotion of the built heritage of the 19th and 20th centuries"

As a foreigner living here, it seems to be an evidence - it has cultural background, it has history. In the mosque people can get an idea what islam religion means. The ambiance of the whole area is special. A tour guide from Hungary

Answer 17

Number 1, Singapore as a nation is not old enough.



Number 2, In Singapore,

when the building has new face new body, it is called a development,

when the building has a new face old body, it is called a retrofit,

when the building has an old face and new body, it is called a conservation,

when the building has an old face and old body, it is called condemned.



So when did Singapore start to realise that condemned buildings can enter as World Heritage Sites when it is so busy tearing down old buildings or trying to make them look new?



Even my grandparents' 'afterlife' home had been dug up after less than 50 years...try finding something more than 500 years old here and it'll probably be the soil (only some, as a lot are imported) we stand on.

Answer 18

A world heritage site in Singapore, i feel should be The Esplanade. Covers Educational, Scientific and Cultural.



No doubt it is a place that has never been empty since day 1 of its presence. 7 million visitors and 1800 performances. People gather there for its cultural and educational offers, be it shows or performances. The esplanade even is recognized as a multi-cultural heritage. One place in Singapore that never runs out of life, and recently even Gurmit Singh and Michelle Chong have been in a commercial to promote this beautiful place. It even is in conjunction with the Merlion that speaks of Singapore's history. As for scientific, do give a thought bout its structure, both indoors and outdoors. One of the first few structure to be created with detailed scientific explanation that architects have cracked their brain on which in the start was refused but after its rise, its uniqueness was greatly seen. All three in one. Furthermore, the Esplanade has been referred to a big area since the past history of Singapore, and it also covers till the Supreme Court which is one of the buildings which is of high value and heritage importance. The monuments around this area are also to be remembered, the soldiers died in those days for a reason. Us.



I'm afraid CNA will have to change its report very soon. Peace ; )

Answer 19

It seems that Singapore thinks that money can buy history. The country is young and as far as I'm concerned the cultural monument in this town is flashy glass bank building condos or concrete HDB. I'm sorry but Malaysia barely can support MELACA and Penang heritage site(but those have a long history). Sorry Singapore can not make it. Or it would have to be in the same line, a peranakan heritage site, raffles is ridiculous, merlion looks stupid, sentosa is brand new, haw par villa is getting down, pulau ubin (just go to Malaysia or Indonesia it's the same).

Or it would have to be a site which emphasize on the harmony of religion (something unique to Singapore). a mosque which touch a church an Indian temple and a Buddhist temple(this would be unqiue to the world and unique to Singapore. (but can government tolerate and dare to put religion so close in a monument, god knows?

Answer 20

Does S'pore have a "Tentative List," because they may not nominate properties that have not already been included on the Tentative List?



Next, a property on the list can be placed into a Nomination File, which the World Heritage Centre can help the country prepare.



There are ten selection criteria and the site must meet at least one of them. There are 6 possible criteria for "Cultural" sites, and 4 possible for "Natural" sites.



Underr "Natural" I would vote for Singapore Botanic Gardens, a 166 acre botanical garden in Singapore that includes the National Orchid Garden with its collection of more than 3,000 species of orchids. The distance from North to South is about 1.5 miles.



Attractions include:



National Orchid Garden - main attraction; includes the Orchidarium; Tan Hoon Siang Misthouse; Burkill Hall (1886 colonial plantation bungalow) & VIP Orchid Garden (including Dendrobium Margaret Thatcher)



Rainforest - is older than the Gardens, around 6 hectares in size, and is located within the city limits of Singapore. Rio De Janeiro is the only other major city with a rainforest within city limits. Singapore has two, the other is bigger, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.



Evolution Garden - is a replica of the ancient Lepidodendrons or giant clubmosses, 3.7 acres, tells the evolution story of plant life on Earth throughout the ages.



Ginger Garden - including a waterfalls, collection of members of the family Zingiberaceae, a restaurant, opened officially in 2003 replacing the Orchid Enclosure



Botany Center and Tanglin Gate - Library of Botany & Horticulture, Singapore Herbarium, Orchid Breeding & Micropagation, Education Outreach/Workshop classrooms.



Jacob Ballas Children's Garden - Asia's first children's garden; Named after the main donor (3 million), a Jewish-Singaporean philanthropist that died in 2000. Features Israeli Zodok Be-David's "Mystree" Tree commissioned by the Holocaust Martyrs in 2003



The Coolhouse - recreates the environment of a tropical highland forest and showcases orchids that are only found in the tropical highlands areas

Answer 21

I propose two sites:



1.Old St Joseph's Institution at Bras Basah Road (currently Arts Museum) - This is an important Singapore site which has survived many trysts till today since 1852. It survived the war, was used by the Japs etc, Luckily the Singapore Govt. preserved this building! The story of this building, the contribution of La Salle Brothers to the education scene of Singapore all make this a worthy site.



2.Fullerton Square -near landing site of Raffles and the place where the seeds of modern Singapore were established. This area is an important site because this is the confluence of old and new Singapore.

Answer 22

I agree with some that Tiong Bahru seems a prime example.



To me, it crystalised Singapore social-economic development: the influence of global design movement at a time when Singapore becomes an important global component of the British Empire (Art Deco, High-rise accommodation and affluence), both pre-war and post-war. The impact globally is that it helps to kickstart Singapore public housing program done in its unique way, both culturally and financially.



However, before we dwell too deep into it the strict selection criteria, there are also strict guidelines on maintaining the UNESCO World Heritage Site award for that particular site/area, like pollution control, compatible development, sightline, etc.... This can translate into economic inconvenience or just sheer inconvenience.



You can look at the example of Dresden being stripped of the award:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2009/jun/25/dresden-bridge-unesco-heritage-status



Is this something that the Singapore Government or average Singaporeans are willing to give up???

Answer 23

How about the old Ford Factory where the British surrendered to the Japanese in World War 2?



The factory can serve as a memorial of:

1. The British Colonisation of Singapore

2. World War 2 and the Japanese occupation of South East Asia



I can't really think of any other heritage sites in Singapore.

Answer 24

... hahaha... no, but seriously pls. This is suppose to be a WORLD HERITAGE site.



These days, what is exactly in Singapore that would be missed if it disappeared ? Besides a few token tourist icons, everything else has been torn down . Or sold - like the Raffles hotel.



And the grave of the man on whom Conrad Black based his star character in "Hearts of Darkness" has been dug up (at biddadari).



Even the Cathay which is where the Japanese hung the heads of locals when they arrived has been desecrated and is today nothing more than a wall with a mall behind it.



If there is anything at all, I would say it is the Bukit Timah nature reserve - something that's older than most people's grandmother. Its one (or the only) remaining primary rainforests left in Singapore and across peninsula malaysia up to thailand.



Note that scientists are telling us even that is dying.

Answer 25

I feel that the Botanical Gardens should be considered for its role in the history of the rubber industry on which so many other industries are dependent upon today, especially the vechicle industry and its impact on the world in terms of transport systems and global warming. AIso imagine a world without rubber for tyres, electrical insulations, surgeons' gloves, etc.



In 1876, Sir Henry Wickham transported 70,000 rubber seeds from Brazil to Kew Gardens in England. From there the rubber seedlings found their way to the Singapore Botanical Garden in Singapore and Ceylon.



From then on there was no turning back. Plantation after plantation of rubber trees in the whole of South-east Asia bloomed producing most of the rubber produced eventually killing off the competition of its parent, namely Brazil. Where did all these trees came from? Obviously the Botanical Gardens.



Henry Ridley (Director of the Botanical Gardens) at that time also developed several tapping techniques so crucial to the success of obtaining latex from the trees.



From the above, it can be seen the scientific role played by our Botanical Gardens in the development of the rubber industry which has changed the world ever since. Will the automobile industry be what it is today? Will our lifestyle be what is today? The car that has brought such freedom and have so changed our cities into what they are? Isn't all this cultural, though of a modern kind?



So I propose that the Botanical Gardens should be considered to be a World Heritage Site for its historical role in shaping the world of today and our present lifestyle.

Answer 26

1. Sir Stamford Raffles Statue at the Singapore River.

2. Alkaff Bridge

3. Cavenagh Bridge

4. Elgin Bridge

5. Jiak Kim Bridge

6. Ord Bridge

7. Read Bridge

8. Robertson Bridge

Answer 27

The Armenian Church in Singapore? Ok, lovely structure...but a thorny question - is it of "universal value", as defined earlier? How about the Botanical Garden? Maybe the old godowns along Singapore River - oh dear, almost forgot that they've also either been torn down or remain as comical parodies of what they once were (these days they house nightclubs, bars, restaurants, etc). The old kampongs might fit the bill... Anyways, I worry that any structure or feature chosen to be a UNESCO site would ultimately become a superficial, throw-money-at-it appearance of cultural preservation but really cleverly disguising the cynicism of pandering to commercialism and the tourist dollar. And the equally worrying issue is that even Singaporeans themselves by and large wouldn't care.

Answer 28

Perhaps Fort Siloso? If I'm not wrong, it was built by the British, and touted as the best in Asia, to defend Singapore against the Japanese. We all know what subsequently happened...the Japanese attacked Singapore by land, from the north!



I think it can be considered for inclusion as a World Heritage Site, given its significance and contribution to the history of the second world war, i.e. the defeat of the British forces in South-East Asia,

Answer 29

Saint Andrew's Cathedral? The site occupied by the Cathedral was expressly reserved in 1823 for a church by Sir Stamford Raffles, the founder of Singapore. At that time, the few members of the Church of England were ministered to by the chaplains of the East India Company ships or by missionaries of other denominations. The first Anglican priest appointed to Singapore was the Revd Robert Burn who arrived in 1826. Services were then conducted in the Mission Chapel of the London Missionary Society which stood at the junction of Bras Basah and North Bridge Roads.

Answer 30

Sungei Buloh Nature Reserve - is Surprising Singapore! Our island is often looked at as a small place yet there's this large tract with mangroves and a 'river' running through it. At different seasons (dry or wet), the scene changes, so do the bird species that are migrating.

With so much talk about greenie issues and protecting this Earth, Singapore has been doing this already for a number of years since the creation of Sungei Buloh. There's lots more land available to do more in that Reserve, perhaps, have smallholders' plots cultivating vegetables and fruits.

Answer 31

Actually, if you take a look at the current list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, some of the listings need not be in one geographic area (eg. stonehenge and related sites), and some are entire towns/cities.



Taking the above into consideration, i'd like to offer the following suggestion:



Chinatown, Kampong Glam, Little India, Katong, to be collectively known as Multiracial Heritage Centres of Singapore. These places are historically the heart of Singapore, and represents what is unique about us, our cultural diversity and embrace of all things multi (racial, lingual, religious etc)

Answer 32

Definitely Kampong Glam, Malay Heritage Centre or Arab Street.



Else, Ford Factory or Reflections at Bukit Candu or Kent Ridge Park.



The rest of the places... have history but restored to modern taste so highly unlikely a good candidate.



Screw that how about Singapore as a whole a world heritage site.

Answer 33

I did not hear the report you are referring to, but I do agree with the more intelligent answerers here. Even through the bias of the question, I can see the real point of the commentator. It's obvious the commentator does not to tear it down, he is merely making a point. I actually never thought about it myself. I now do indeed have to wonder what the advantage of declaring it a UN Heritage site would be. Would we get any benefit at all to make up for the loss of rights to control it ourselves? I guess it would be the same as your town suddenly declaring your house a historical home and taking away your right to update/remodel and repaint your own home.

Answer 34

Fort Siloso @ Sentosa (formerly a.k.a Pulau Blakang Mati)



Fort Siloso re-furbished with re-located wax figures from the Surrender Chambers and new dramatic documentary film shows, making Fort Siloso a one-stop overview of Singapore's WWII history.



Singapore's only preserved coastal fort stands as an important window to our colonial past and a poignant reminder of the war years. Now, it has the largest collection of World War II memorabilia with life-sized replicas, interactive exhibits and even authentic aromas are lovingly recreated. Visitors can browse through more than 245 photographs, documents and film clips on display. When 'classes' are over, head out into the sunshine and examine actual 17th century guns and cannons, or explore the old tunnels.

Answer 35

Freemasons Hall on Coleman Street

Armenian Church

Fullerton

Tanah Merah fields (as a rememberance to those lost in WWII)

Rallfes House on Fort Canning

The Battle Box on Fort Canning

Orchard Towers (since half the world who knows Singapore knows the Floors) --- just kidding



There's plenty to be proud of in Singapore, and while Singapore does have a young history - it played a significant role in the development of this region and in trading throughout history



This coming from a PR

Answer 36

According to Unesco " Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations. Our cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration. Places as unique and diverse as the wilds of East Africa’s Serengeti, the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and the Baroque cathedrals of Latin America make up our world’s heritage. "



Personally, I don't for one moment believe we have the history or the scale or uniqueness to even start thinking heritage sites. We cannot be all things to all men so it seems to me an exercise in futility. Let's save this money, move on and do something else.

Answer 37

To me the best potential site must be uniquely Singaporean.

It has to be none other than Fort Canning Hill.

Not only is it a historical site since the founding of

Singapore by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819, Fort Canning is surrounded by the old Armenian Church

and the first Fire Station in Huill Street, and an old Church and Indian temple in Tank Road.

Not far from Fort Canning lie the Chinatown, Bugis and Little India showcasing our diversity in

ethnicity. Nearby is the Istana and the Botanic Gardens. and if one cares to look deeper

this area is full of history and commodities in the greens, including the famous house in Oxley Rise which will one day attract millions.



Once properly developed, Fort Canning Hill will take its pride of place in Singapore

and is so convenient for all to see

Answer 38

Old Supreme Court Building, Fullerton, Malay Heritage Centre (building used to be Singapore Sultan's palace in the 18th Century), Bukit Timah, Chinatown, Fort Canning and Tanjong Pagar Railway Station...

Answer 39

Actually, Singapore has alot of heritage sites. Its because we are so varied, thats why there isnt a fixed place to be representative.



1) Civilian War Memorial at War Memorial Site

2) South Bridge Road Sri Mariamman Temple

3) Kampong Glam Sultan Mosque / Masjid Sultan

4) Telok Ayer Street Thian Hock Keng Temple

Answer 40

Pulau Ubin? From the many world heritage sites that I've visited in japan, it seems that most of usually related to the country's history (Old and yet unchanged through time).



But there is hardly such old places in Singapore anymore. Pulau Ubin excluding all the resorts and chalets seemed to be pretty much unchanged. Especially the granite quarry.



Other places would have either been china town, malay village or little india.

Answer 41

The Navy Museum site @ Admiralty Road West. Used to be known as HMS Terror during British rule. The building survived the WWII. Should be consider of some historical value. Some British Veterans still come back to visit for memory sake. Below are websites I found online that have pictures of some of the buildings which are still standing today and recount of the history of the place. And the last web link is of the location of the Navy Museum.

Answer 42

Singapore Botanic Gardens

Answer 43

I think, Singapore National Museum & Fort Canning Hill are the best sites to be consider about.



Singapore National Museum, where we can find British Architecture combines with Singapore's oldest history inheritance which we can treat it as a heritage.

Answer 44

In fact, there's only one which I can think of, but it seems to have been neglected by many people. And worse still, I believe many Singaporeans never even know of such place. It's the ruins of the Fort Tanjong Katong !.Located inside the old and almost forgotten Katong Park at Tanjong Rhu. In fact the ruins have been lying there since as far back as before World War 1 ! Yes, World War 1. For detailed history, why not pay a visit to this place and read about it at the display board located in the park ? Cheers.

Answer 45

In 91, i remember father would tie an inflatable raft onto the car and we would go crusing around Singapore. I was about 8 then, and my friends and I sat in the raft on the car as dad drove.



We saw many things in Singapore back then. I remember there were sandy beaches at ECP, with actual clear water and snaily things in the sand, before condominums came. We would dig under the "Construction boards" just to get to the beach, in those days no 1 went to the beach as much as today.



Anyway. On our cruises, we came across very nice old kampongs, made of teak and wood and very traditional, with thatched roofs, all empty.. filled with all manner of things we would salvage.. mahjong sets (which i used to build walls; to this day that is how i would play mahjong), old spectacles, old cameras, even pictures and hand mirrors. Occasionally we would find a farmer or 2 growing beansprouts and mushrooms.



THe old kampongs would definitely be something worth preserving. When i walked through those places, ( cant remember where exactly, dad drove, and by now its probably replaced with condos), i felt the feeling of going through a bygone era... that you will never see again in Singapore.



Perhaps if there was a UNESCO world heritage site, with its obvious bonus of prestige, possibly money and influx of eco-tourists back in 1991, those old kampongs would be preserved. I felt they were the equivalent of english cottages, they could have been cleaned and preserved. At least 1 kampong could have, if the surroundin area was to be housing estates..



I find Singaporeans like new and modern and western things, so they don't treasure old structures... for example, our curiousity for old Kampongs was met with extreme shock and surprise by Singaporeans. Even today, Singaporeans i have met do not find beauty in old things or structures, for instance the old british built (now Malaysian) train station at Shenton way has been called an "eye sore," even by "elite" intellectuals at our top university here. I can only imagine that people might be eager to replace it with a modern shopping mall.



I like walking along the old railway, old battle sites and the old english forts that are closed down... probably waiting to be demolished. My favourite fort is the battery at Labrador.



And i hear of tales of a Japanese graveyard somewhere, where the tombstones of the intered japanese soldiers were made of stone taken from Johore during their invasion, so sought after because Japanese blood covered the stone. I have not seen this place yet.



If you want sites, think about old things. Singapore definitely has a few things left, as long as it does not tarnish them with renovation. E.g. of tarnishing: the new rain shelter outside St Andrew's Cathedral, the rain shelter blocks a good view of the beautiful cathedral from Cathay complex.



But i do not know what goes into a "heritage" site, it seems to me that SIngapore is young and undergoing its own process of nation-building. A politically correct suggestion might be for Singapore to make its own heritage site =), no one would know =)

Answer 46

Singapore has pulled down so many sites that could have been a potential World Heritage Site. You can say it is due to city development but look at all the advanced cities around the world (London, New York.. etc), they have so many historial sites... It is time for Singapore Govt to seriously re-look into the city development plan and preserve what we have left...

Answer 47

Clark Quay? Where it used to be a Major port along Singapore? Fort Canning Park with Canon during WWII? Those Historic site in Singapore

Answer 48

Yes, the Singapore Botanical Gardens for having its first rubber seeding from Brazil been planted right here. Of historical significant importance that it lead to the proliferation of rubber plantations all over Singapore; the generation of many well known businessmen and philanthropists like Lee Kong Chian, Tan Kah Kee, etc.; the application of rubber use, and for the very first - Rubber became a trading commodity with quotes of SSR grades, etc.

This was what it turned the island-State Singapore to a prominent business centre, cosmopolitant on activities; and as well as a safe and secure [ie. no earthquake or natural disasters] destination drawing many migrants, and envy of others.

Answer 49

I would felt that once a heritage site would be identified would represents over in our answers and what would consider singapore as a country for now. I would pointed out that this three sites would be best for representation in singapore



1. Fort Canning Site over in Sentosa, as it represents many of our world war two history and it would best served as a perfect site for educational uses.



2. The tangs building built by the Tang's family, as served as a business icon still standing in the city.



3. The japanese memorial statue in the heart of orchard road, where it could be served as a history for educators to seen and reflect on the many lifes lost during WWII

Answer 50

Queenstown should be the answer as a World Heritage Site. It is Singapore's national pride, icon, and ingenious approach to our postwar baby boomers population surge, and our foremost pioneer batch of high rise modern amenities sold at an affordable price. From a rustic kampung to our most beloved treasured hometown whereby baby boomers have many fond memories, cinemas, shopping centres, the Boh Beh Kang (No tail river, in Hokkien) and many more...



OR the Alexandra Hospital? Our colonial army hospital?

Answer 51

The Singapore River banks should be a World Heritage Site. The Singapore River is the life of commerce and livelihood for lots of immigrants from China and India in the early days. Sir Stamford Raffles found modern Singapore and visualise Singapore as an international port thanks to the waterway of Singapore River. Today river life remains vibrant thanks to condominiums and entertainment outlets. Both Boat Quay and Clarke Quay are still places that provide inspiration for both locals and foreigners to work and play.

Answer 52

Tiong Bahru Estate. The preservation of heritage shouldn't be limited only to the tangible aspect of heritage, but should include the intangible aspect as well. Most heritage buildings preserved in Singapore have undergone adaptive re-use, causing them to be empty shells without a soul. This is different for Tiong Bahru estate. Tiong Bahru encapsulates a nostalgic era of Singapore not only with its colonial-style architecture, but the very unique 1980-90s lifestyle has been preserved within the estate itself. Going to Tiong Bahru literally brings one back to the a forgotten "past". Built in the 1930s, as the oldest housing estates in Singapore, the mixture of Tiong Bahru's nostalgic charm and unique architecture certainly qualifies it as a Singaporean World Heritage Site.

Answer 53

Arab Street, Chinatown, Little India and Clarke Quay is the heritage that must be Pick in Unesco heritage to show Our Multi-Racial Society Singapore

Answer 54

I would say the whole of Singapore rather than bits and pieces. Hoi An, Zhouzhuang, Hue etc have been named Unesco heritage sites, why not Singapore.? Heritage sites reflect how today's people adapt, adopt and perhaps even slightly adulterate the old to make it relevant to today's conditions and survival-fit for all times to come.



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Answer 55

To fit into this description of being educational, scientific and cultural with heritage values; Changi is the best place to consider prior to the international airport Changi Airport being built. Eventhough from research, Beach Road and the land at City Hall, where St Andrew's Cathedral is situated were the first few places where civilizations began; but history was always written by people who bothered with few interests in mind. As an international country, to be deemed multi-cultural and international in image; Changi is the best place as it has a few significant identities that the expatriates could perhaps recognize and associate with. The former Supreme Court is best to be ignored as it has sentenced people irregardless of race and religions. Changi is still a less provocative and pleasant place to consider despite massacres during World War II. Changi prior to the development of Changi Airport was very rich in its primitive sense. Worth it.

Answer 56

nil...i think it is good enough that Singapore has none because there is nothing to offer at all in this island...if by some miraculous chance some place in singapore gets nominated, i think it only serves to shame singapore even more as that place will definitely pale in comparison to other UNESCO world heritage sites..... Seriously...is this a business strategy or is it an honest appeal to be culturally recognised, i think the former is the truth....

Answer 57

When singapore celebrate maybe his 100th year into the independent then we could think of Heritage site. Come on, many of the people here is older then singapore.... excluding me. If we submit any site in singapore to World Heritage site, they will look as us as a baby crying for attention..

Answer 58

This question is a joke, right? The words 'Singapore' and 'World Heritage sites' should not be strung together in a sentence. Why does Singapore try so hard to be something it isn't or doesn't have? Maybe we can put in a request for that ugly Merlion...a half lion, half fish creature that STB created?

Answer 59

Some sites I would recommend:



1) Tiong Bahru Housing estate - Much of the art nouvelle buildings have been retained. The place is livable and unique from the rest of faceless housing estates.



2) Kampong Glam - There is a strong presence of Malay and Arab culture in this compact area. It teems with a uniqueness not found elsewhere.



3) Empress Place - Much of the old colonial administrative buildings are still around, and they are well utilized for cultural and art purposes without being over commercialized.

Answer 60

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bukit_Timah_Nature_Reserve



Personally - I could not think of any other place in Singapore, that might be considered. Love it there. A wonderfull spot of the original nature in Singers - and so many different kinds of plants and animals. But my guess is, that chances are small, since there is nothing unique about Singapore, that you can´t find in other places.



Don't misunderstand me - i absolutely love Singapore - but there are a lot of things / buildings / sights that are wonderfull, and that relate to the history of Singapore, and the nature / environment in Singapore, but has no specific meaning to the rest of the world.

Answer 61

Raffles Hotel?



Its history dates back to 1887, when it was opened by a family of 4 brothers: Martin, Tigran, Aviet, and Arshak Sarkies (The Sarkies Brothers).



Though its history isn't as glamorous as the Great Wall of China or the Angkor Wat, I feel that its history with Singapore's past is what keeps Singapore's roots, and also allows the future generation to relive & experience the history of Singapore.



Fort Canning Hill?



Dating back since the 14th century, its history included a possible Malay kingdom, way before the founding of Singapore by Sir Stamfod Raffles. Till then, it was built into a fort during WWII. Post WWII, it has been handed over to many people, for many purposes, till now, that Fort Canning Hill is a park for leisure, entertainment, historical & educational purposes.

Answer 62

I think one pretty good site to be named as a world heritage site might be places like China Town or Little India, Actually Singapore itself is a heritage site given that we have so many races living together actually. So much has taken place on this little island.

Answer 63

Thian Hock Keng Temple at Amoy St. No nails were used in the construction of the temple and it is an important place of worship for the migrant Chinese then.



OR



Fullerton Hotel. It had come a long way from being the Singapore General Post office to the hotel it is today. Rich in history

Answer 64

My few suggestions are: 1) Labrador Nature Reserve 2) Singapore Botanical Garden 3) Fort Canning Park. All have a long history to itself.

Answer 65

Pulau Ubin? From the many world heritage sites that I've visited in japan, it seems that most of usually related to the country's history (Old and yet unchanged through time).

Answer 66

Personally, I don't for one moment believe we have the history or the scale or uniqueness to even start thinking heritage sites. We cannot be all things to all men so it seems to me an exercise in futility. Let's save this money, move on and do something else.

Answer 67

POTONG PASIR!! Hahaha. It is one of the earliest Opposition ward. It is almost extinct come the next General Election. Like that when it is under UNESCO World Heritage Sites, it will be protected and gives it a truely Uniquely Singapore experience.



Next option? HDB Flats...we have it like no other in the world...hahaha.

Answer 68

Armenian Church

The Armenian Church is the oldest surviving Christian church and was the first to be built in Singapore. Funds were raised from the Armenian communities in Singapore, India and Java as well as from local European and Chinese residents. Construction of the Church commenced in 1834 and was completed in 1835. It was consecrated on 26 March 1836.

Our national flower was name after an armenian lady Miss Agnes Joaquim.Her tombstone still rest on this church till today.

Answer 69

Raffles Institution. Even though it is still a school, it does possess the deepest of Singapore's heritage, all the way back to when Raffles was founded. That time marked the beginning of the transformation of a fishing village into a metropolis as it is now.

Answer 70

I am afraid Singapore has very very little chance of finding anything that would get World Heritage Site status. Yes, there are some old and historic areas but they have to be very special to get on the list. The Fullerton Hotel (that you show) may be a historic building but I doubt that it would get onto WHS - for one reason it is enclosed by high rise office buildings which have destroyed its historic setting. Setting is important for WHS status. Sites have to be of unique cultural and historic importance and, again, I doubt that there is anything in Singapore that will get on to WHS for that reason either.

Answer 71

Former General Post Office

Answer 72

Don't know whether UNESCO heritage sites can accept something related to war. If so, can combine all WWII-related historical sites in Singapore together to apply for one heritage. Actually in the current "Historical Sites" list announced by government, more than half of them are related to WWII.

Answer 73

The malay shrine and the chinese temple in Pulau Hantu! It's ben there for ages more than 100 years.

It's the birth place of a popular local diety.....Tua Pek Kong. A place where every year locals and visitors makes a pilgrimage there to pray.

Something I think we can truly call our own. A heritage site we often overlooked.

I think the pligrimage is made during the 6th lunar month.

Answer 74

I think several unique historic buildings are worth of being nominated. The Armenian Church of St. Gregory the Illuminator on Hill Street can be one of them. It is the first and the oldest church in Singapore. Built in 1835, the Church has witnessed the country's modern history and development throughout nearly two centuries. The Armenian Church can be a symbol of multicultural Singapore, as it represents peaceful coexistence of distinct national identities.

Answer 75

The Sri Lankaramaya Temple at 30-C St. Michael's Road should be considered. It is the largest Threveda Buddhist temple in Singapore. Build by early immigrant Buddhist in the early days.

Answer 76

Arab Street. For sure! Malays, Malays+Arabs, Malays+Indians were the the earliest occupants of this Island. The Sultan Mosque tracks the history of Singapore.

Look at the neighbouring countries Singapore is surrounded by, Malaysia, Indonesia & Brunei. These countries are all Malay, Javanese & people of Borneo. Singapore definately has similiar links to them.

Answer 77

Singapore and "World Heritage Site" surely an oxymoron of the highest order. Almost everything worth saving has been demolished to put up another shiny high rise building or shopping mall. Singapore has missed the boat on this one

Answer 78

Vana joaquim - an orchid name and one of the Heritage site -where most singaporeans have forgotten is Mandai Orchids Gardens where Heritage orchids can be found and breed in the lab Garden.It is one of the Gardens frequent by mostly tourists from America / London and Switzenland who appreciates the heritage. One of the heritage orchid named after Magaret Thatcher that is breed in Mandai Orchids and etc --for you to discover more.......

Answer 79

hahaha by the way Hong kong is much fun place compared to singapore.. for example hong kong have so many hills and scenary is super than singapore.. and Lantau island.. is also spectacular.. the singapore government try all ways to make singapore fun but still singapore is a super boring place.. and government want to MAKE MORE MONEY.. MONEY MONEY MONEY is all they think.. so they try to make SIngapore a UNESCO so that they can make more money..



maybe COE and ERP can be a world heritage lor.. or maybe BRIDE the UNESCO so that singapore can be a world heritage lor since singapore government like to use the people's money to win election.. they can do the same to UNESCO. :))

Answer 80

Fort Siloso

Chinatown

Botanic Gardens

St Andrew's Cathedral

Fort Canning

Answer 81

The Substation, Armenian Street. It was founded by the late Singapore dramatist and father of Singaporean theatre: Kuo Pao Kun. It was a place where many theatre artists started performing and working. It is a place of art, history and tradition. There should also be a lot of information on the venue available in archives and also from artists.

Answer 82

I vote for Katong. Reasons being:



(1) They have many Peranakan Pre-war houses dating 1912 to 1936. Dates are carved on some of the buildings. There are some significant old buildings like Ng Eng Teng's wooden bungalow which is still around and one look it gives an old Singapore look. Ng Eng Teng is our Singapore pioneer Sculptor. Also famous for the Mother and Child statute which is still over there. There is Lotus@Joo Chiat which successfully uses Peranakan houses to combine into a modern service Apartment.



(2) Katong has the Holy Family Church. Though at their new premises, but the church has the prominent Mary and Jesus statute which is more than 100 years old.



(3) Do you known Singapore's Di Tanjung Katong, is actually referring to our Katong in Singapore, which nearby are beaches. Actually Katong has many interesting stories that made it today, like who is Chew Joo Chiat, why is Sea Ave is called Sea Ave?, how did the name Chapel Rd and Chapel Close came about?, how did Ceylon Road get its name?, do you know the Eurasian Community House ? Do you know there is the Gunong Sayang Association etc....



(4) Katong is still a popular enclave with not only Peranakans, but many Singaporeans who want to have good food.



(5) Katong is the only area which houses Geylang Serai nearby, Siglap (known for their fishing villages), Joo Chiat (known for the nonya chang at Joo Chiat Place) etc...



(6) Katong has a long history of being a Peranakan Chinese enclave with many other ethnic groups living around here. That is why there is the Indian Temple at Ceylon Road, Guan Yin Tong at Tembeling Road, 2 different denomination of Muslim Mosques along Joo Chiat Road and many Chai Tong which have very long history in the area and its architecture some of which are about 60 to 80 years old.



(7) Katong still holds many Singaporeans' heart as a cultural area considered not overly tainted by commercialization and urbanisation. It still holds most of the charms it used to have about 30 years ago still. Many Singaporeans who stay overseas and British who used to stay here decades ago claimed, everywhere in Singapore has changed, only architecture around Katong hasn't change much. just the residents and the old stalls arent there anymore. They still can relate to Katong as a place they used to roam.

Answer 83

That's quite a stretch, as Singapore has such a short history and no real remarkable natural sights to speak of (comparatively speaking). The best bet we have is the Ford factory, as something historically very significant happened there, though all that is really left is a shell and some exhibits.

Answer 84

1. The Cathedral of the Good Shepherd.

This building was founded in 1832 and records as one of the earliest buildings in Singapore.



2. Pulau Ubin's Chek Jawa.

This site records of a vibrant ecosystem in the tropics.

Answer 85

Singapore? World Heritage Site? HA HA HA HA HA HA



Try Singapore Mint - It's all about the money.

Answer 86

We have plenty to choose from, namely those buildings places built during colonial times and pre-war era. Examples:-

- Raffles Hotel

- Fulllerton Hotel

- MICA Building

- Istana Kampong Gelam (currently is the Malay Heritage Centre)

- Sultan Mosque

And many more.



STB should come out with the list and put up in their website for public voting.

Answer 87

CENTRAL FIRE STATION - The idea for a professional Fire Brigade was conceived after a fire in ***** Street destroyed S$13,000 worth of property on 7 November 1855. It was 14 years before a volunteer fire service was started and a further 36 years before Singapore's first proper fire station — Central Fire Station — was built.



In 1905, planning for Central Fire Station began under the supervision of the Fire Brigade superintendent, Montague Pett. The station was completed in 1908. Built at a cost of S$64,000, it included a watch tower and living quarters for firemen.



Central Fire Station had four portable water pumps. Nonetheless, even this basic setting was a huge improvement over what existed before. Superintendent Pett fought for improved working conditions and initiated fire safety measures in public buildings. Standards of operations rose to a professional level and the degree of fire-related damage fell significantly.



The handing over of the fire service to Pett and the setting up of Central Fire Station was a welcome and much needed change. From that time, the Fire Brigade has consistently grown and improved. It became so invaluable that during the Japanese Occupation, the Japanese retained British firemen in their jobs, who were thus spared incarceration.



The Central Fire Station was gazetted as a national monument on 18 December 1998.

Answer 88

Singapore Botanic Gardens

(The Singapore Botanic Gardens is a dynamic and living monument to the foresight of the founding fathers of Singapore.)



Haw Par Villa

(Chinese mythology)

Answer 89

Fullerton Heritage - numerous reasons :

1) where the founder of Modern Singapore landed.

2) S'pore's oldest Post office

3) where Merlion is..

and many more...

Answer 90

wer for Singapore is Vana joaquim - an orchid name and one of the Heritage site -where most singaporeans have forgotten is Mandai Orchids Gardens where Heritage orchids can be found and breed in the lab Garden.It is one of the Gardens frequent by mostly tourists from America / London and Switzenland who appreciates the heritage. One of the heritage orchid named after Magaret Thatcher that is breed in Mandai Orchids and etc --for you to discover more.......

Source:

Answer 91

Our cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration. Places as unique and diverse as the wilds of East Africa’s Serengeti, the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and the Baroque cathedrals of Latin America make up our world’s heritage.

Answer 92

Well... I love Singapore and would of course love to have Singapore in some of the famous world listings (e.g. UNESCO).



But, seriously, I do not think Singapore does qualify for UNESCO. Singapore is simply too small and commercialised.

Answer 93

I think potential sites can be considered are:

1. Fullerton Building

2. Mosque at Kramat Lane (not sure if this still stands)

3. City Hall

4. Cricket Club House

Answer 94

Rainforest - is older than the Gardens, around 6 hectares in size, and is located within the city limits of Singapore. Rio De Janeiro is the only other major city with a rainforest within city limits. Singapore has two, the other is bigger, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.

Answer 95

Changi Airport can be used as World Heritage Site because it is the World International Airport which provides the best services to passengers.

Answer 96

There are still a lot of hertage site, monuments left in Singapore for which we can cherish for, so be optimistic, visit Preservation of Monuments Board website http://www.pmb.sg/?page_id=186 this page will link you to one of Monuments Jamae Mosque built in early 1830, like this, there are many heritage sites, so do not give up hope and keep suggesting.

Answer 97

1. Collyer Quay or Red Lantern Quay.



2. Haw Par Villa.



3. Chinese Temple at Telok Ayer Street.

Answer 98

world heritage site??? this tiny island is probably packed with so much historical events that took place successively. if we feature sentosa, then it'd make the british look bad. if we feature the patriot's grave, soon more ppl will flock there to feed monkeys.



in my opinion, maybe they should feature the chopstick war memorial park in the middle of city hall. its to commemorate the 4 diverse races that fought in 1 spirit, to resist the japanese during their invasion on singapore. i'm quite sure many other asean countries who were ravaged by the japs would identify with this thought.



or the other 1 (along connaught drive) that commemorate the anonymous dead during the jap invasion "they died, so others shall live"

Answer 99

Singapore Zoo.

Answer 100

Restore the complex tunnels that links Fort Canning, Labrador Park, and Fort Siloso. The Brits blew up the tunnels opening back then before surrendering. With modern tech and mech, these tunnels can be restored. Maybe we can find something interesting buried inside! What you see in Fort Canning bunker is just a small part of the elaborate tunnel network. This could be the longest war tunnel ever dug up back then in this region.



Unless, the reason why they kept it sealed up to this date is because.............

Any theories will be openly accepted!

Answer 101

I think should vote for Singapore ERP. The only one in the world that can collect everyone's money at one go. Unlike other country that have a gate before going through the express way. Isnt it amazing.

Answer 102

I would personally recommend Haw Par Villa, a theme park at Pasir Panjang that was built by the Haw Par brothers (founders and mainstream pushers for the Tiger Balm industry). Filled with dioramas of many roots of Chinese culture in order to 'bring to life' the tales, morals, stories and scenes behind Chinese mythology (prominently the Ten Courts of Hell attraction - many a person has left the attraction reflecting on his or her own deeds in life with varying degrees of success).



What is special is that the place emphasises Chinese culture and values that are not taught directly, but rather provides food for thought for an individual to integrate the good wisdom potrayed behind each statue for good use in one's life. Moreover, it's historical background is rich and filled with twists and turns as Singapore and it's surroudings develops herself - Haw Par Villa's scent of Chinese wisdom in the midst of the rich estates in Pasir Panjang, while ironical in a way, has given way to many other superstitions and tales concerning this place which many still regard as a hallmark of Chinese culture that has survived through WW II ever since it's birth as the Haw Par Brothers' mansion in 1937.

Answer 103

I would like to suggest City Hall.



The first National Day celebrations was held there.

It is solid, spacious and right in town.



Mount Faber has a history of kampong living at its foot.



Ceylon Sports house, which is old enough with historical

sports matches, like Sepak Takraw and football.

Answer 104

Fort Canning or Abandoned quarry sites at Pulau Ubin - The name literally means "Granite Island" in Malay, which explains the many abandoned granite quarries there. Or Tanjung Chek Jawa. Previously a coral reef 5,000 years ago, it can be said to be virtually unspoilt, with a variety of marine wildlife comparable to other islands

Answer 105

Only now they started thinking of history?

Its all demolish for goodness sake. Most Malay kingdom history of Temasek and Singapura foundings are gone! Even the history books are altered. Even the landings of Raffles are altered! What Farquhar the druglord of Opium is suddenly the great pioneeer?



Forget it lah singapore...finish lah. Concentrate on the economics and your modernise metropolis.

We dont have history. ZERO!

Answer 106

ok, based on the criteria stated in the UNESCO website, I think we can look at areas that reflect Singapore as a port at the crossroad of Europe and N Asia. It has been an important site since early seaward trade started and it still is. But how and exactly to pinpoint this area I am not sure, perhaps we can look at an area that covers say the Clifford Pier, the Singapore River (and buildings around it), Fullerton Hotel (ex-GPO), Victoria Memorial Hall, the Asian Civilisation Museum etc?



I have pasted the UNESCO heritage site selection criteria here for info:



Selection criteria:



i. to represent a masterpiece of human creative genius;

ii. to exhibit an important interchange of human values, over a span of time or within a cultural area of the world, on developments in architecture or technology, monumental arts, town-planning or landscape design;

iii. to bear a unique or at least exceptional testimony to a cultural tradition or to a civilization which is living or which has disappeared;

iv. to be an outstanding example of a type of building, architectural or technological ensemble or landscape which illustrates (a) significant stage(s) in human history;

v. to be an outstanding example of a traditional human settlement, land-use, or sea-use which is representative of a culture (or cultures), or human interaction with the environment especially when it has become vulnerable under the impact of irreversible change;

vi. to be directly or tangibly associated with events or living traditions, with ideas, or with beliefs, with artistic and literary works of outstanding universal significance. (The Committee considers that this criterion should preferably be used in conjunction with other criteria);

vii. to contain superlative natural phenomena or areas of exceptional natural beauty and aesthetic importance;

viii. to be outstanding examples representing major stages of earth's history, including the record of life, significant on-going geological processes in the development of landforms, or significant geomorphic or physiographic features;

ix. to be outstanding examples representing significant on-going ecological and biological processes in the evolution and development of terrestrial, fresh water, coastal and marine ecosystems and communities of plants and animals;

x. to contain the most important and significant natural habitats for in-situ conservation of biological diversity, including those containing threatened species of outstanding universal value from the point of view of science or conservation.



The protection, management, authenticity and integrity of properties are also important considerations.



Since 1992 significant interactions between people and the natural environment have been recognized as cultural landscapes.

Answer 107

"Fort Canningl'or Bukit Larangan in Malay with its 14th century palace and Sir Stamford Raffles resident site with a beautiful surrounding ambiences should be nominated as a potential"World Heritage"site in Singapore.

Answer 108

Wait a Sec. Pulau Blankah Mati aka Sentosa la. Haha. Maybe Fort Canning???

Answer 109

I'll nominate the S11 coffeeshop at Ang Mo Kio. Its a hubnub of activity on weekend soccer nights. Morever, you can see the heritage of Spore flow from the mouths of young men and ah pek alike. Truly "Uniquely Singapore" refrains of ~~Referee Kayu~~ and ~~Balek Kampung~~

Answer 110

A place with interest, structures, quirky, unique and of course, history. Architecture, diverse ethnic population, and living, growing place. Bustling, and organic-which is alive and changing. a place with the beginnings of Singapore, with river, yet within the walking radius of the central pecincts.



Jalan Besar & Little India area. One of the most colourful, most alive, most natural areas of singapore. don't destroy it, don't manipulate it, and dont turn it into an Orchard Rd. Keep it well, with its interesting past still etched on the 'conservation' walls, keep it well, with its people living, working & eating well, there.

Answer 111

Probably MacRitchie Reservoir which would be a historical site as it is completed in 1868 and is still in service today.



Water is an essential resource and keeping it will make all of us remember that water is not free but a huge effort to earn it,..., and we will never forget the place that frequently conduct cross country runs.

Answer 112

I live in Europe, Germany and right now answering this question

surrounded by historical buildings around me here. I think in Singapore

our parliament building can be considered as one. Most of the other

buildings have undergone too many changes that they might not

be primitive enough.

Answer 113

Alexandra Hospital.

Seletar Camp.



Rich war heritage. Well preserved.

Answer 114

Can't think of anything to stand side by side with the Great Wall of China, the Great Pyramid in Egypt and The Pentenon in Greece. Singapore is way too young in history and culture.

Answer 115

LABRADOR Area where once Japanese invade Singapore. I think this is a good place to make Heritage Site.

Answer 116

1) Empress Place

2) Fort Siloso

3) Raffles Hotel

Answer 117

Victoria Concert Hall!

Answer 118

Fullerton Hotel - This is Singapore 1st Post Office.

Answer 119

it is a waste of time to look for any Heritage site in Singapore. There isn't any such thing here. But it is a creative way to spend some budgetary surplus..

Answer 120

All the privatized houses in GEYLANG DISTRICT ~ the entire housing from LORONG 1 to LORONG 46 need to be preseved and upkeep the traditions and historical events that well-presents Singapore.



We do not want an original area with unique activities and lifestyles, to be converted to another commercialized chinatown in time to come.



We need to preserve the roots and traditional that is so vibrantly visible in Geylang District. In terms of architecture and its originality that exudes a certain traditions from how the people lives and the vibrancy of Geylang community.



I really urge that this part of GEYLANG DISTRICT to be preserved and protected by UNESCO heritage sites.



Heritage sites need to be sites that are not just about how long a building has been standing, nor can it be measured by its aesthetically dress-up appearance, it is about also about community that lives while preseving a traditional practice, Geylang has always been a community that embraces traditional in its business/trading activities and it is a community that embraces different cultures, and tolerant towards different people from all walks of life & their traditions and cultural differences. Geylang is a community; an area in the centralized heart of Singapore that still preserves its characteristics of the 1950s Singapore beauty. Geylang is a beautiful projection of the roots of our modern Singapore now, it is a pride for Singaporean to be reminded of the historical times how our forefathers have helped built Singapore, Geylang's characteristics is beyond words.

While walking along Geylang District, it has always been a place that I can always sense the vibrancy of activities from an extremely down-to-earth community as well as the fragility and the strength of life, both presented in some of its almost degrading but restored building while the community of people from different cultural backgrounds; from all walk of life; be it locals or foreigners, has help to constantly strengthen this community in their presence, while they are the ones who have preserve Geylang's history and tradition. We need to respect historical events, not ignoring it. I do not want to see another 'NATIONAL LIBRARY' to be demolished to give way to tunnels.



I feel very strongly to URGE UNESCO, THE UNITED NATIONS, to help Singapore to preserve this historical part of Singapore, it is necessary and it is crucial, so that our traditions & practices will not be erased entirely from our vision now and for our future generation to experience. We do not want to have our attachments to a place to be reduced to just a fragmented traces of memories in our head and slowly vanished as year gone by.



I strongly recommend GEYLANG DISTRICT to come under the protection and preservation of UNESCO.



For peace & harmony,

XAY

~ 15th April 2010

Answer 121

Victoria Theatre

Answer 122

singapore is far too young a country to have anything worth considering. i don't think you can put anything in singapore alongside the taj mahal, the great barrier reefs, angkor wat and other sites that are included in the current list.

one of the criterias (at least for those man-made structures)

"to represent a masterpiece of human creative genius". frankly, nothing in singapore matches that criteria.

and as for natural sites, there doesn't seem to be anything significant in singapore. c'mon. can we honestly say that the bukit timah park measures up to Yosemite national park?

Answer 123

I felt that places such as Fort Siloso,Chinatown,even our old Kallang airport has it's value for history there. Fort Siloso speak of world war 2,Chinatown reflects times of our fore fathers from China, Old Kallang airport is Singapore first airport.

Singapore has it's potential but we just need to slow down our pace to appreciate it's beauty.

Answer 124

Saya sarankan kawasan Perkampungan Melayu termasuk kawasan pusat membeli belahnya (Katong Complex).



Sebab.

1. Keluasannya mencukupi termasuk tempat meletak kereta.

2. Mempunyai kaitan sejarah yang mendalam hingga ke sejarah kepulauan Melayu dan lain-lainnya.

3. Pada masa ini tempat ini menghadapi masalah pengurusan.

4. Kurang dikunjungi oleh orang tempatan dan luar negeri.

5. Kawasan sekelilingnya banyak mempunyai sejarah yang menarik.

6. Kos tanahnya juga tidak semahal di bandar.

Answer 125

So many things to consider for appropriate site...got foodcourt near or not?...got space inside for foodcourt even better. Can put shopping centre inside or not? Will Adidas and Nike set up shop? Of course Breadtalk must come in too. Who will be anchor store? Zara or Topshop? Coldstorage coming in? Fish & Co is a must too.

Answer 126

Umm...it's really ok to not have a World Heritage Site..anyway no difference to the man on the street

Answer 127

1) Victoria Memorial Hall 2) St Andrew Cathedral and 3) The Supreme Court, can also be considered coz they have a very strong historical background.

Answer 128

Sigapore got quite a number of sites

1. Changi Prision(pre - world war)

2. World war pillars near the city hall....

3. old Suprem Court.

4. China town...temples...etc etc...

Answer 129

If i could recall correctly, a few year back , there is an archaeological survey done at fort road. They found some remains of an old fort.

I think if this remains are still largely intact, it would be a great site to be considered.

We could add another history piece for our next generation.

Answer 130

Chek Jawa, Pulau Ubin

Answer 131

Absolutely nothing worthy of World Heritage Site .



Bor Hor Hor !

Answer 132

Isnt it too late? After we "deleted" away all the old memorials and now trying to join the crowd with nothing left? Look at Singapore, good old memories never exists anymore... because old places are dirty.. unhygenic.. etc etc I really wish I can vote for places like Chinatown etc but I dont quite think they qualify anymore.

Answer 133

Battle Box

Answer 134

The Fullerton hotel of course.



Do you know that in Yangoon they have exactly the same building, and still being used as a post office, same as the Fullerton before the renovation to a hotel. ?



The period of the construction dates from the colonial time, and Sir Raffles . it is the most iconic building in spore as well being on the river.

Answer 135

Syonan Shinto Shrine at MacRitchie Reservoir.

Answer 136

Festival Market Building in Shenton Way. This place full of memories and good food. Many of us started working around Shenton Way, Robinson road vicinity and have definitely been there for lunch and dinner. Tourist frequent the place too.

Answer 137

Mount faber BUT it's fate may end up like the rest,possibly getting banished from the speck of this island.

Answer 138

try to look at the definition of World Heritage Site..that would give a good idea what it is. hopefully after this nobody would say HDB flats

Answer 139

The shrine of Habib Noh he was alive in Singapore even before raffles came here

Answer 140

Singapore is not about SKyCity.. Whether, its recently knew like Lion City(City State). But deepliest all of brassages of Cultures in Asians and Been it now in Sud-East-Asia....Continute to move on

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Matilda House since it is the best way to utilise the land since the gov wants to preserve it. Matilda House is built in 1921 thus it has a long history. one of the oldest house in singapore.

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1]Geylang red light district: Our icon,a famous tourist attraction



2]LIM CHU KANG CEMETRY: A place where all dead singaporeans are buried,very spooky at night.



3]ERP GANTRIES;a place which left motorists with a big hole in their pockets.most dreaded place for all motorists in singapore.



4]EAST COAST PARK: our most famous beach,where family and friends gather and get drunk.



5]hotel 81: A nice,cosy place for all love birds to make babies.cheating spouses can be found here.No 1 choice for all singaporeans,very singaporeans and surely,uniquely singaporeans.all races welcome.a true local flavour.



6]F1 track: a place where people pay a few thousands of dollars just to eat car dusts.



7]changi point; meeting point for ah quas



8]sentosa island; a very very boring place for relaxation,where people who got no life meet.



9]hdb void decks;a place where people with no aim in life hang around.



10] singapore pools; no 1 activities for those poor blokes who hope to get rich quick,but all end up poorer,singapore pools gets richer

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* Bukit Timah Nature Reserve (the almost unchanged natural tropical rainforests which supports many species of plans and animals).

* Ford Factory along Upper Bukit Timah Road (the historical building which the British Army surrenderred to the Japanese).

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Well, If Oman had send a sailing from so far and so sincere. I think the Tourist Board should prepare a Big Welcome Reception.

Further, Arab street should be a new attraction for it history.



Many city`s had sister cities, Singapore is like a `nobody child`.

Welcome the Middle East for they are the first countries to appreciate

our historical ties.

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Singapore as a whole. The nation that took the faster time ever to evolve from a fishing village to a bustling city.

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What about the 70KM/H Speed Limit Sign on the highway? :p That's awesome and the only one in the world!

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Singapore is too young to have any world heritage sites. If it fulfills criteria as per link below then it can!!!



http://whc.unesco.org/pg.cfm?cid=57

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Bukit Timah Nature Reserve:



It is the only primary jungle in the middle of a city in the world.

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Haw Par Villa, unique, one and only in the world, need some touch up though. rich in Chinese culture, it illustrates the traditional Chinese beliefs which makes it a very good educational ground.



It probably will not stand in the range of China Forbidden City or India Taj Mahal, but it should belongs to the same range as Melaka Christ Church.

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My grandma's grave not far from Singapore's Holland Village.



So sad, they exhumed it. We all like modernity. Tear down everything. Exhume. Remove. Undo. Demolish.



I suppose you may be right to be concern about conservation. Look around. Everything modern. Spick and Span. I may become a habit to chop, chop chop. Soon, all that is past is lost.

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The water pipe connecting Singapore & Johor Bahru. That quenched Singaporeans' thirst and kept us alive for decades and many more decades to come.

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The Old Supreme court house in front of Padang (A sign of former British Colony)

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Ah Meng's resting spot at the Zoo

It's one of the nicest spots in Singapore

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I thnk the goverment kill too much of the culture and heritage of singapore.



Repainting chinatown with bright luminous colors in the 90's is avery stupid and cultural suicide move.



If ready think of one... I think Sun Yat Sen's Mansion Wan Qing Yuan can be included.

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Lee Kuan Yew

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There's nothing to meet UNESCO criteria. Perhaps Pulau Ubin ? Other than that, practically every venue have been modified or altered in some way & lost its original feel.

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The singapore river.

Because that's where Raffles founded singapore.

that's where our forefathers and families came.

And that is where life in SIngapore started....

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Oxley Road

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Probably Chinatown is the place to represent Singapore.

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Singapore's last kampung, over at Jalan Buangkok.



Now that is a site worth preserving.



Save Singapore's last kampung!

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Geylang!



Great food, China women, and yes.......the oldest trade in the world....Legal Prostitution?



What more can you ask for from a World Heritage Site?

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I would consider China town because the shop houses still has it's unique antique look after the remaking. Also, there are many Chinese and Indian temples which still has many worshippers after almost a century.

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none. everything has been so drastically altered from their original states that any ordinary tourist can only tell they now look more like modern attractions that pretend to look like the past - some do not even look historic at all - than actual historical sites. for example, even though many buildings are considered historical, their modern interiors (and even their modern extensions) are not.

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Old Changi hospital, now that is one hell of a World Heritage Site.

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the chinese high school clock tower. it was formally the headquater of imperial japanese army during world war 2. besdies, it is always a symbol of the early chinese immigrants and students back in early 20th century. It was built by mr.tan kah kee , a prominent chinese leader in china and singapore.

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Fort Siloso @ Sentosa plus re-open the under-water tunnel that link to the fort at Labrador Park .



(similar 'war concept' as Great Wall of China, 'tunnel concept' as Pyramid)

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Ford Motor Factory Bukit Timah. Hope it not been demolished for private estate. Why? It the place of the ' Rise and Fall ' of the 2 big powers....' Japanese occupation and allies surrenders......

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I think it has to be the famous Singapore Light House, Pedra Branca.

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Unquestionably Arab Street should be a World Heritage Site as it is unique and we want to preserve this for future generations.

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Singapore used to have alot of interesting places until the govt pull em down..now they starting to regret..man..they used to have ford factory, the bridge leading to yamashitas gold from macritchie park..the only left i think shoul be a cool one is fort canning n sentosa...man..good old daes..njoi the simplest in life...

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Orchard Towers

Ion Shopping Centre

Old photo of Newton Circus before it was upgraded.



Sorted!

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Aren't the govt kinda late to discover that?



Even the National Library has been teared down. What are there left now?

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V V spooky.. the Graveyard of Pulau Tekong

RIP

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Labrador Park?

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General Post Office Building -Fullerton Building

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Pulau Hantu.



Somewhere not viable within the reaches of financial arms for Government...

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fort canning hill, its a place where the british occupied when they are here in Singapore.

i think there are a few structures in the military base were build before the WW2 era.



Boat quay can also be one but it has changed to what it was before.

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The pre-war flats in Tiong Bahru. They survived the WW2 (bomb shells found on the roof-top after the war), and developed a neighbourhood almost everybody knows and cherish his or her neighbours.

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Like our General Post Office? I thought they were suppose to keep the building in it original state and guess what....money talks... I am tired of the great ideas that was given years ago

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The Prinsep Street Presbyterian Church is a Presbyterian church in Singapore. It is located at Prinsep Street in the Rochor Planning Area, within the Central Area in Singapore's central business district.



The present church was constructed in 1930. Founded in 1843, it was then known as the Malay Chapel. It was the first Straits Chinese church in Singapore. The chapel was replaced with the present Romanesque style building and dedicated in 1931. THE SINGAPORE BOY'S BRIGADE WAS FOUNDED HERE.



Benjamin Peach Keasberry, started an elite boarding school for Malay boys in Rochor, with an attached printing press. Some of his pupils were thought to have been of royal descent.



In 1843, the church building on Prinsep Street was completed and Keasberry moved his printing business there. The church was first named Malay Chapel in recognition of the reverend's contribution to the Malay community. It was also popularly known as Greja Keasberry or Keasberry's Church. The missionary Samuel Dyer preached the first sermon at the Malay Chapel in 1843.



In 1847, shortly after the inauguration of the church, the London Missionary Society left Singapore for China, leaving Keasberry to carry the torch alone. This he did stoically, until his death on 6 September 1875. To honour him, an engraved stone plaque was placed on his grave in Bukit Timah by his former student Maharajah Abubakar of Johore.



In 1885, the Presbyterian community, funded by Singaporean merchants living in London, bought the building from the London Missionary Society. It was renamed Prinsep Street Church. As the purchase was initiated by Reverend J.A.B. Cook, the missionary in charge of the English Presbyterian Church, Prinsep Street Church now came under its administration.



The Straits Chinese congregation held services at the church, as did the Teochew Tek Kha Group or Kandang Kerbau Market Group, and the pupils of Sophia Cooke's Chinese Girls' School. The Tek Kha Group established their headquarters at Prinsep Street Church and remained there until 1929 when their own church building which is also on Prinsep Street (diagonally oppopsite) and now known as Singapore Life Church, was ready.



As early as 1901, plans were made for a new church. On 5 March 1930, Song Ong Siang, who later became the first Malayan Chinese to be knighted, laid the foundation stone. The church was officially opened and dedicated on 4 February 1931.



In November 1931, upon formerly joining the Synod of the English Presbytery, Prinsep Street Church was eligible to include "Presbyterian" in its name. Thus, the Straits Chinese Presbyterian Church was born.



During the Japanese Occupation, the church was damaged by shrapnel and mortar shells. Reverend Gibson, who had been incarcerated by the Japanese during World War II, repaired the church upon his release in 1947.



In 1953, the first full-time local pastor, Reverend John J.K. Lu, was appointed. The post-war years saw a fall in the Straits Chinese congregation and the church was renamed Prinsep Street Presbyterian Church in 1956. Its non-Straits Chinese congregation grew rapidly and, in the mid-1980s, a four-storey building was erected to accommodate their needs.



In the 1960s, the Church operated a kindergarten in mornings.



The Prinsep Street Presbyterian Church was gazetted as a national monument on 12 January 2000

Answer 181

Geylang

Answer 182

Telok ayer,amoy street,with tian hock khean temple,2 Mosque,is 100 over yrs old.plus club street,ang siang hill..

Answer 183

what about fort siloso ......?Its the only place i found as historically important in Singa....

Im a foreigner staying in Singapore..you can find many more china towns,little indias and islands like pulav ubin on this world.

Answer 184

I'll urge the government to consider Istana Kampong Glam as one of the sites.Forget all those British colonial monuments...

Answer 185

lol. no old cars. no knowledge of cultural heritage. no growth of the local arts. now you want a hertiage site. seriously. get a life.

Answer 186

Our national flower was name after an armenian lady Miss Agnes Joaquim.Her tombstone still rest on this church till today.

Answer 187

nothing in spore that can be a world heritage sites as they are too small they copied everything from all other countries, especially neighbouring countries

Answer 188

Seriously, Singapore has nothing much.

No grand buildings which are free and access to all.

Most are commercial buildings, no power/ no money - no entry.

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For a very tiny country without original identity....NONE. Don't bother looking for one. it will be a desperate, fruitless, search....



You can try to nominate Merry Lion and Geylang. Geylang will win by a mile! :)

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Nominate Desker Road the old shop houses are rare & very old.

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Shuang Lin Monastery



check out http://www.culturalcompass.org/index.htm for more info

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how about the old changi hospital. the abandoned hospital. its still there rite!

it was built in the 1930s i think. it has everything.

it has ghost and japanese used it more than a hospital during the occupation.

its a great site!!!

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I suppose you may be right to be concern about conservation. Look around. Everything modern. Spick and Span. I may become a habit to chop, chop chop. Soon, all that is past is lost.

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The Istana.

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The Istana.

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Hawker centre, ntuc fairprice, kopi shop, hotel81, 7-11, Singaporepools outlet, and many more...

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there are 3 sites that i wold consider as candidates for this award of world heritage site. they are as follows.



1] fort canning : it's location as a hill situated along the singapore river has provided for a history of events [ sutans residence, sir stamford raffles, the beginnings of our botanic gardens through sir raffles as a naturalist , battle box. ] and findings [ 1 ] two cemetaries that are witness to the prestige of this hill. the first being that of all the kings that lived on this island and secondly as a public cemetary where you may find the tombs of prominent individuals of the time] , [ 2 ] archeological discoveries of a gold bracelet and earings dating back to the majapahit empire. the changes that have shaped this relic hill into a vibrant active portion of pulsating beats that grove with musical concerts like womad and various artist that perform on scared grounds of this public cemetary. a testement to the objective and creative developments since our independence from 1965 to a vibrant world class city of happenings. this hill is far from being lost with its rich history and forgotten like most cemetaries year marked for redevelopment as it swings to the rythms of developments in modern day singapore. a tribute to things past and present.



2] city hall : city hall and the padang that lays infront conjures days when william faquar resided on its lawn, with the famous la european hotel that sprung up to the setting sun that captured most visitors with an alcoholic beverage in hand. the unnique style of city hall with its corithian pillars especially lighted up at night, relaxed on the padang with cool breezes rekindling the many national days that passed by on st andrews road. the akward history during the japanese occupation and historic moments that took place on its steps leading within break the slumber of the current floating platform on the esplanade.where on the opposite side the merlion ejects sprays of soft droplets of water on visitors clicking away.as an admistrative building and later a court house many a sensational trial was held here. being built in 1826 - 27 by GD coleman its presents just bemuses the onlooker as we almost reach 2 centuries of its existence.



3] bukit brown cemetray : a hill that was once known as kopi sua [ coffee hill ] is the resting place of Mr. ong sam leong. his tomb is the largest found in singapore spreading 15 meters in breath. there are other old tombs like the latest find of a mr fang shan who die in 1833 [ new paper sunday 21 march 2010 ]. besids its long history being part of the ong clan. bukit brown cemetary holds a mystery that would baffle the cool minded interlectual and da vinci code sherlock holmes individual. with punjabi statues that draw your attention to its location on chinese styled tombs in a traditional chines cemetary, the question of its heritage is intriguing. taken over by the municipality in 1922 illustrates the progressive historic development that occured on this island not only for the living but even the dead. as much as the new developments are for the present and our future, places like bukit brown cemetary display within the contect of the new development a sence of what was then and how singapore was. without its upkeep our history would remain as typed letters on blank pages that may not be as exciting to visit by tourist who enjoy its history, ambience in it's physical location.



to the reciepient of this i do hope my contribution towards [ united nations educational scientific and cultural organisation - unesco ] your decision is helpfull bearing in mind that i am no academic but a humble citizen. thanking you for the opportunity for my participation through this questionare.

Answer 198

THE MERLION because it is an original monument of Singapore.

Answer 199

i agree with Stellar. Chek Jawa should be our world heritagesite else you dont know what happen in future. Gament wont reclaim that place for redevelopment.

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Kranji War Memorial and Cemetery

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Dear Sir,



Undoubtedly KRANJI WAR MEMORIAL

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Kallang River... the cradle of life in SG

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Esplanade :) Its like the Sydney Opera house :D

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Choice1) WATERLOO KWAN IM TEMPLE

2) SINGAPORE MERLION

3) THE ESPLANADE

4) SENTOSA ISLAND

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City Harvest Church at Jurong West. Most expensive "underground" church.

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LEE KWAN YEW? HAHAHA! I wouldn't call him a site. but he IS like a founder of Singapore and like, name me three countries whose founders are still alive? HAHHAHAHA!

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I would suggest Fort Siloso in Sentosa

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How about Kampong Buangkok?

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3) the temple at chinatown (i had forgotten the name - but during the national education trips, the guide will always bring us there)

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i think Alexandra Hospital not bad although has been refurnished. ...

or shop houses near Tg pagar area. Quite unique.

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I would vote the National Museum (:

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4D outlet or Foreign workers' dormitory - so that we get to see the real Singapore for once.

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i think Fort Canning,Bukit Timah Nature Reserve and perhaps Pulau Ubin can be considered

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Orchard Towers. I think its one of the most visited places by ang mo's when they come here and they all seem to love it!!!

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Sri marianmam temple!

Answer 216

None on the mainland...why not try that mini light house island which we have been fighting with our neighbour for years......cheers!

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Chinatown or little India

Answer 218

there will be NO heritage in the singapore's present government's book. if they can sell Raffles Hotel... they can sell anything. "IT'S A BUSINESS DECISION"

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We have one near orchard road. It's old man's house.

Answer 220

Commercialization. $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$. That the problem.

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SIM LIM SQUARE where once software piracy rules.

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1) ION in Orchard

2) SG Botanic garden

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Don't always ask people about this and that in yahoo answer.....

Go and think it yourself.

No money no talk!

Answer 224

well the obvious one would have been Raffles Hotel , but you knocked it down and rebuilt it as new ....lol

Answer 225

Hong Lim Park ...!!

Answer 226

certain LORONGS IN GEYLANG would suffice.. (wink.wink)...

as it is home to THE WORLD'S OLDEST PROFESSION.. heheh.. BUT SPD came and ruined it.. so none actually =)

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very easy answer, no need for many many boring paragraphs to type, no one even would read. :)





Geylang

Answer 228

honestly nt many sites can be compared to Great Wall of China, Ang Kor Wat, Grand Canyon etc..



but perhaps can try Fullerton

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I prefer central fire station

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HA HA HA... can't wait to see the outcome...

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joo chiat

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Orchard Towers.... ha ha.

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Do not demolish ANY building (FUGLY or otherwise), reapply in 2210.

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LKY's house?

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china town

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geylang lorong 18!!!!. .....many old buildings there

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all the ERP gantry.

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TELOK AYER STREET

Answer 239

i think arab street could be one of them.

Answer 240

Really none...

Answer 241

raffles hotel!!!!!!!!

Answer 242

ERP please