Pulau Tekong, Military training island in North-Eastern Singapore.
Pulau Tekong is an island off Singapore's northeastern coast, spanning about 25 square kilometers with coastal landscapes and extensive mangrove forests. The terrain consists of flat areas with dense vegetation and several shoreline sections that characterize the region.
The island appeared on maps as Po Tukang from 1828 onwards and held around 5,000 residents before becoming a military facility in 1987. This transformation ended civilian settlement and established its current purpose as a training ground.
The island once held fishing communities where Chinese Hakka and Malay families farmed rubber, coconuts, and tropical fruits alongside their coastal way of life. These settlements formed the social heart of the island before its role changed completely.
Access to the island is not open to the public as it remains a military zone dedicated to training operations. Visitors cannot enter the island except in special circumstances or with formal authorization.
Archaeological finds at Kampong Permatang have revealed pottery dating from the neolithic period through the 16th century. These discoveries suggest early trade connections that linked this region to broader Southeast Asian commerce.
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