Yesterday, was the last time that The Merlion at Sentosa admitted visitors.
The imposing and iconic attraction will be demolished as part of the Sentosa Sensoryscape project that looks to rejuvenate the tourism destination.
In Singapore, most buildings and attractions don't stand the test of time.
Some are lucky enough to be designated as a local heritage, and therefore, preserved.
Many are torn down to be replaced with shinier, glitzier, and more often than not, more expensive building and attractions.
Last week, PM Lee highlighted the Jewel as a symbol's of Singapore's 'can do' spirit. He branded it as an instantly recognisable icon of Singapore.
This may be true. For foreigners, the Jewel is an iconic symbol that they can identify Singapore with.
What about local? How many of us have been to Jewel and is proud of it?
With the phasing out of the Merlion attraction at Sentosa, one wonders if the expensive Jewel will meet the same fate in the future.
