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Located off the southern coast of Singapore, the 500-hectare island we know as Sentosa today, used to be called Pulau Blakang Mati from as far back as the 1600s. 1 Its name translates to “the island behind which lies death”, possibly a result of brutal pirate battles of yesteryear. 2
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Sep 18, 2022 · it’s called Sentosa, from the Malay word for peaceful. Filled with theme parks, beaches, resorts and more, it’s Singapore’s primary island for staycations. Here’s how it began.
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Mar 24, 2023 · Sentosa was known for savage pirates and a brutal prisoner of war camp before the Singapore government converted it into an upmarket vacation destination in the 1970s. Now 10 million people a...
Sep 18, 2021 · The History Behind Sentosa, The Island of Death Behind – ExplorerSG. 6 mins read. From stories of frequent bloodshed to being the site of horrific Sook Ching Massacre, the sunny island of Sentosa lie a dark and tragic past that many are not aware of.
Rediscover Sentosa's Rich Heritage & History. From kampongs and military barracks to a beloved island paradise, the rich history of Sentosa is as multi-dimensional as its array of modern attractions and experiences.
Mar 12, 2022 · Advertisement. Singapore. IN FOCUS: From military base to leisure island - tracing 50 years of Sentosa and beyond. Fifty years ago, in March 1972, plans were unveiled to turn Sentosa into a...
