What does Merlion mean?

This sculpture symbolizes Singapore's prosperity, unity, courage and peace.

Merlion is the national symbol of Singapore, which skillfully combines the images of lion and fish. The lion head represents strength, courage and leadership, symbolizes the majesty and glory of Singapore as a "lion city", and embodies its indomitable spirit and independent national status. Fish tail comes from marine life, which symbolizes that Singapore is located at the southern tip of Malay Peninsula, close to the sea, and implies its profound marine culture and the history of blending Eastern and Western civilizations.

On the whole, Merlion symbolizes Singapore's ancient oriental heritage and modern western vitality, showing an inclusive, advancing with the times and harmonious image of an international city, and also entrusting the people of Singapore with a beautiful vision of national prosperity and stability, national unity and progress.

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