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Harry and the Merlion Statue  
   

Harry and the Merlion Statue

This is the tourist symbol of Singapore - part lion, part fish - because Singapura means lion city and they have strong links with the sea.
Back on land in Singapore

March 13th 2011
It is often said that Singapore is a vibrant place of good fortune, blessed by the seas. Alas, my apparent good fortune was blessed from the skies when, shortly after arriving, the indigenous airborne wildlife decided to use my head for a toilet. However, this unfortunate set back to the day came after we hand landed and left the beloved MSC Palermo behind. We were, in a way, quite fortunate w ... read more
Asia » Singapore

Singapore Flag Singapore was founded as a British trading colony in 1819. It joined the Malaysian Federation in 1963 but separated two years later and became independent. It subsequently became one of the world's most prosperous countries with strong international ... ... read more
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