Singapura - the Malay name for present Singapore. It was believed to have derived from a sanskrit word, meaning "Lion City". During the Srivijaya Empire in the 7th Century, a Prince from Pelambang,Sang Nila Utama saw a "lion' in the island of Singapore - hence he named the place, Singapura. It could have been a tiger that he saw. Singapore is still signed as Singapura by the Malayan Railways ( Keretapi Tana Melaya )when visitors arrive into Singapore via the KTM Railway Station in Tanjong Pagar
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Singapore Municipal Lion Crest Symbols, City Hall
The Lion Stantant Symbol ( a lion with both paws grounded with a coconut palm tree on the background) has been used to represent the Singapore Municipal Commissions. This symbol, flanked by two guardians, can be found on the four corners of the Singapore Municipal Building ( City Hall).
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