Monthly Archives: March 2012

A Forgotten Past – A Zoo at Punggol

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Remember Singapore

Contrary to popular belief, our famous Singapore Zoological Gardens (or Mandai Zoo), opened in 1973, was not the first zoo in Singapore. It is the first and only national zoo, but before it, there were already several private zoos operating … Continue reading →

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30 Years of Memories at Marine Cove McDonald’s

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Remember Singapore

A favourite hangout place for many, the McDonald’s outlet at Marine Cove, East Coast Park, has served a generation of Singaporeans well for the past 30 years. Students used to visit the place for a drink after their participation at … Continue reading →

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The Last “Fishing Village” in Singapore

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Remember Singapore

Located at the mangrove area between Yishun Ave 1 (or commonly known as Yishun dam) and Pulau Punggol Barat, Seletar Fishing Village is probably one of the last places in Singapore where you can find local fishermen making a living … Continue reading →

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