“Images of Singapore” is a grand attraction in Singapore that is visited by many tourists. It brings Singapore to life in many forms. It is a lot more than just a stroll down the past of Singapore but is a voyage to the beginning of this great nation. This museum takes its visitors back to the legends of the country which indeed is an interesting tale said through many forms of display. Once you step in you go back in time and you feel like you really are living in the past. The museum takes you on a journey from the most primitive days of Singapore to the modern nation. It proves how the country has changed with many cultural differences, and unity of values.
The past is shown through multi screens and multimedia displays and life size pictures. This museum is constructed in an old military hospital which was used in 1893-1950. The Images of Singapore museum presents you the history of Singapore in a chronological order starting from the earliest to the latest. This was opened in 1983 popular as the Pioneer of Singapore and Surrender Chambers museum and was given the current name in 1994 with an addition called festivals of Singapore along with a rechristening. The many areas that museum covers are the Pre-British Era, British Colonialism, Malaysian Reign, Japanese Occupation, Colonial Singapore and Post-colonial era.
In the year 2003 the museum was shut down for massive renovations and was reopened in the year 2005 with a much integrated look and many more additional features which included a multi screen unique effect screen. The museum won an award for ‘Best Reinvention of Cultural Heritage Center’ by the Thea Award in 2006. For tourists visiting Singapore, this would be a great chance to educate you about the country history and the procedure of its current developed state. For travelers seeking for Singapore hotels can easily find some good hotels in Singapore to have a luxury and unforgettable vacation and to roam around the country at peace. Millennium & Copthorne Hotels Singapore would be a good choice of hotel if you want luxury and comfort.
