Symbols of Singapore

1. Flag of Singapore.

 

Being used in 1959 for the first time.

Red stands for equality of man and united brotherhood.

White stands for pervading and everlasting purity and virtue

Crescent stands for a young nation on the ascendant.

Five stars stands for democracy, peace, progress, justice and equality.

2. National Anthem of Singapore.

''Majulah Singapura'' made its debut in 1958. Composed by Zubir Said, its main functioned as the theme song for the City Council of Singapore.In 1965, it became the official national anthem of the Republic of Singapore.

3. Multiracial Country

Like its neighbour country, Malaysia, Singapore consists of Malay, Chinese, Indian and Eurasian citizens.

4. Symbol of Singapore

Singapore was derived from the origin named as Singa Pura (which means "lion city" in malay) when a prince from Palembang was washed ashore and saw a lion like creature . It symbolises courage, strength and excellence .

5. Coat of arms of Singapore

The shield have the same representative as the flag (Above) and the side have as the support of the shield is a tiger (Historical connection with Malaysia) and a Lion (Singapore )

6. Singapore National Pledge

It is a oath of allegiance for Singapore , It also have 3 different language version (chinese , malay and english)

7. Merlion Statue

Ask  someone who has been to Singapore about what impressed them during the trip to the country, the answer would definitely be the ''Lion Head''. This ''Lion Head'', known as the Merlion Statue, is currently located in the Merlion Park, one of the landmarks of Singapore.

It's more than meets the eyes when describing the Merlion Statue. The word ''Merlion''actually comprises two words, which are ''sea '' from the ''Mer'', and ''Lion'' which symbolizes lion, the origin of the name of Singapore,''Singapura''.

The Merlion Statue reminds its people of the country's humble origins as a fishing village once upon a time.Besides, it also serves as a reminder for its people to strive forward, regardless one's background.

8. National Flower

 

Singapore’s first orchid hybrid and the world’first Vanda hybrid,introduced in 1985.