The Merlion statue at Merlion Park will be undergoing repair works from Sept 25. - ST
SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): The Merlion statue at Merlion Park will not be available for photographing from Monday to Dec 13 as it will be covered in scaffolding for repair works.
“We seek the public’s understanding as the works and barricades may cause some inconvenience during this period,” said the Singapore Tourism Board on Friday (Sept 22).
The statue was recently closed for maintenance works from July 27 to 28.
Made by local sculptor Lim Nang Seng in 1972, the national icon celebrated its 50th birthday in September last year.
During the months-long repairs, the nearby smaller statue - commonly referred to as the “Merlion cub” - will remain available for photographing.
