Singapore - The Lion Island always knows how to surprise visitors and make big holidays special. And the National Day on August 9th every year is a typical example. The whole country seems to be wearing a new coat. Let's take a look at the recent series of photos in the framework of the 59th anniversary of Singapore's National Day with the white and red colors flooding the streets, impressing tourists. These are also the two tones of color on the national flag of this country.
The Central Fire Station at 62 Hill Road, Singapore. Not only is it a historic building, it is also the oldest fire station still standing. It was declared a national monument in 1998. Photo: Kelvin Chng.
A man deftly carries a banana tree on his shoulder as he walks outside the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple. The temple, built by the Indian community, was once the center of the earliest religious, social and cultural activities in the area. Photo: Shintaro Tay.
Another man sets up a tent in Ghim Moh. The red and white striped tents are common in public areas in Singapore. Photo: Gavin Foo.
A couple takes a selfie at the National Stadium in Kallang. The stadium is uniquely designed with white and red as the main colors. Photo: Lim Yaohui.
A woman walks into the Textile Centre on Jalan Sultan. Above, a Singapore flag is seen waving in the wind above the entrance. Photo: Shintaro Tay.
Bold red Shiseido billboards are also placed outside the entrance to Paragon shopping mall on Orchard Road. Photo: Gin Tay.
S-Lite Event Support staff dismantle water barriers at their warehouse in Kallang Junction. An event logistics specialist, the company has the largest stock of metal barriers and water barriers for rent in Singapore.
A man holds a packaged meal and walks through an empty deck decorated for Independence Day at 321B Anchorvale Drive. Photo: Kevin Lim.
Number 59 at the car park beside Block 425 on Serangoon Avenue 1. The area is not only dressed in the national flag, but also shows the number of years it is celebrating National Day. Photo: Gavin Foo.
Image of a woman wearing a similar outfit, a dog and a vending machine matching the national flag colors. Photo: Kelvin Chng.
A large, bright red bull statue is placed outside a shop in Ghim Moh. This is an attractive highlight, promoting the shop's products. Photo: Joyce Fang.
Red and white shophouses line Cuff Street in Little India. Pedestrians also dress in red and white to match the national flag. Photo: Shintaro Tay.
Two giant teddy bears dressed in the national flag are becoming a favorite photo spot for visitors and guests at The Fullerton Hotel lobby. Photo: Desmond Wee.
Mushroom-shaped statues dot the lower level of Gardens by the Bay. Photo: Ng Sor Luan.
Above are a series of daily photos of the Lion Island in a space filled with red and white. August 9, 2024 marks the 59th anniversary of Singapore's separation from Malaysia, officially becoming an independent and sovereign nation. These photos certainly partly convey to visitors the proud atmosphere of the Singaporean people on this important holiday.
