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The Istana, one of Singapore's oldest heritage sites, turned 150 in 2019. A series of events and activities were held over the past year to commemorate this landmark anniversary. Find out more
The Istana (from the Malay word for "palace") is the official residence and office of the president of Singapore. The palace is open to the public during scheduled public holidays and is where the president receives and entertains state guests.
President of the Republic of Singapore. Tharman Shanmugaratnam was elected as Singapore’s President in September 2023. He served in politics for 22 years before resigning to contest in the Presidential Election; the President, as Head of State, holds a non-partisan office in Singapore’s system of governance.
The Istana is the official residence of the President of the Republic of Singapore. It occupies over 40 hectares in Orchard Road and is an important part of Singapore's history and heritage. The Istana building was built by the British Colonial government to house its governors.
Explore a rarely seen side of the Istana main building: See it from high above, after dark, and more.
Oct 30, 2019 · SINGAPORE - Fly by the grand facade of the Istana's iconic main building, walk under the brightly lit chandeliers of the State Room, and explore unusual spots in the sprawling estate of the...
Shielded from the bustling Orchard Road by a sprawling green lung, the Istana (‘Palace’ in Malay) is the official residence of the President of the Republic of Singapore. On its well-manicured grounds stand the Main Building (commonly called the Istana), Sri Temasek, Istana Villa, and The Lodge.
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The Government House became the official residence of colonial governors, housing a total of 21 governors during colonial rule in Singapore. 10 It was renamed Istana Negara Singapura (Palace of the State of Singapore) in 1959 when Singapore gained self-government.
Visit the Istana during one of the Istana Open House days and make your visit a truly memorable one with a 45-minute guided tour of the Istana building. Hear interesting stories about this well-loved 144-year-old National Monument, which has witnessed Singapore's colonial past, tumultuous years and independence in 1965.
