THE MERLION - SENTOSA

 

THE MERLION

SINGAPORE

 

 

 

The Merlion in Sentosa Island, SingaporeThe Merlion in Sentosa Island is one of the most recognizable and famous landmark which you will not miss the minute you enter this famous resort island. Tourists can glimpse into this mystical aquatic realm of legendary sea creatures when they enter Singapore's tallest Merlion. The Merlion is an interactive walk-through attraction with sea creatures coming to life in a riveting pre-show diorama. This attraction uses state-of-the-art theatre effects to blend fun and fantasy into Singapore's top tourism symbol. The Merlion story includes an animated theatre show produced by Hollywood's ACME Filmworks. The story unfurls the development of the Merlion as symbol of welcome to guests and guardian of this country's good fortune. Tourists come here to discover how the Merlion became Singapore's enduring symbol of good fortune. Every visitor who made a trip to the Merlion in Sentosa will be given a sand dollar coin at the entrance for an interactive experience with the Mercubs, the new additions to the Merlion family. By placing the sand dollar coin into the Mercub's         Photo: Merlion in Sentosa

mouth, its wondrous luck will be revealed to you.

 

Visitors are given the opportunity to explore the Mystery of the Sea Monsters since ancient tales have placed incredible creatures such as the giant squids and mythical sea dragons at the spot of many unexplained sea disappearances and ancient shipwrecks. At the Merlion, you can visit the Kingdom of the Merfolk for an incredible insight into their lives or learn the secrets of the Myth of the Lake Monsters. A trip up to the top of the Merlion's head gallery is a once in a life-time experience since visitors will witness an incredible breathtaking view of the Singapore skyline and Sentosa. The Viewing Gallery offers you a truly majestic and unobstructed view of this beautiful island. Visitors can also shop at the sea creature-themed Merlion shop or enjoy a light snack at the Delifrance cafe within this famous tourist attraction in Sentosa Island. Let's all make this trip to Sentosa a memorable experience by taking a journey into the heart of the Merlion and uncover the amazing secrets of the deep and let the mysteries of the sea world unfold in front of you.

 

Opening times: 10.00am to 8.00pm (daily) last entry 7.30 pm

Admission: SGD 8.00 (Adult), SGD 5.00 (Child)

 

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