Fort Canning Hill, Historical park at Central Area, Singapore.
Fort Canning Hill rises 48 meters above sea level and contains nine gardens spread across 22 hectares of land in central Singapore.
The site transformed from a 14th-century royal settlement into a British military fortress in 1861, named after Viscount Charles John Canning.
Archaeological excavations on Fort Canning Hill revealed ancient gold ornaments and artifacts dating from the mid-14th century Singapore settlements.
The park remains open 24 hours daily with illuminated pathways from 7 AM to 7 PM, accessible through multiple entrances near Dhoby Ghaut.
The underground Battlebox facility served as the British command center during World War II and now offers guided tours of its military installations.
GPS coordinates: 1.29444,103.84700
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:53
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