In celebration of National Day, I continued my long-standing tradition of leading a heritage walk for friends and members of the public, a journey through Singapore’s remarkable evolution, from the bustling age of sail to the kampong-spirit we shared during the trials of Covid.

The walk began at Fort Canning MRT station, where a facade replica of Panggong Negara stood proudly, screaming “Fort Canning!” greeted us. Standing there, I couldn’t resist sharing my personal memories of the Van Cleef Aquarium, once beloved landmarks that still hold a nostalgic feel in my heart. I also used to swim regularly at River Valley Swimming pool during my Poly days too!

From that starting point, our steps followed the echoes of history;  from the events in Sejarah Melayu to Raffles, through the trials of the Second World War, the winds of decolonization, moments of unrest, and the visionary leadership of Mr Lee Kuan Yew... leading to the milestones that shaped our independence and the modern nation we take pride in today. It was more than just a walk; it was a celebration of heritage, resilience, and the Singapore spirit. 

Thank you Zaili Mohama Din for the photos. Thank you to everyone who joined and made this National Day walk both memorable and meaningful.

Happy National Day friends. 

Happy National Day everyone. 

Happy National Day Singapore. 

Majulah Singapura!