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Oct 17, 2023 · Discover the origins of Singapore’s National Symbols, as well as the significance of each National Symbol and the guidelines for its use.
- National Anthem
The National Anthem is governed by the National Symbols Act...
- National Flower
The Origin. Singapore is a Garden City, rich in greenery and...
- National Flag
The Origin. The National Flag, Singapore's most visible...
- Public Seal
The Public Seal of Singapore consists of the National Coat...
- National Coat of Arms
The lion embodies Singapore itself while the tiger...
- National Monuments & Historic Sites
The National Heritage Board (NHB) is the custodian of...
- Museum Roundtable
The theme for the National Heritage Board's (NHB) IMD...
- Public Programmes
PUBLIC PROGRAMMES. The National Heritage Board’s (NHB)...
- National Anthem
National symbols of Singapore are the symbols that are used in Singapore to represent what is unique about the nation, reflecting different aspects of its cultural life and history.
Singapore’s National Symbols are one of the country’s earliest nation building tools. The first three symbols – the National Flag, State Crest, and National Anthem – were revealed during the installation of Encik Yusof bin Ishak as the first Malayan-born Yang di Pertuan Negara (Head of State) on 3 December 1959.
Learn the history and meaning of the National Flag, State Crest and National Anthem of Singapore. Discover how they reflect the values, ideals and aspirations of the people and the nation.
Apr 22, 2024 · Official National Symbols. Singapore’s national symbols were born out of necessity to unite the nation when it first gained independence from Malaysia in 1965. They represent Singapore’s identity to the rest of the world, as well as to her own citizens, and hold great cultural and emotional significance.
Oct 17, 2023 · The Lion Head is a distinctive and easily recognisable National Symbol of Singapore. Less formal than the other symbols such as the National Flag and the State Crest, the Lion Head symbol can be freely used by individuals, organisations and corporations to promote a sense of national identity.