The Merlion Cub at Merlion Park to close for routine restoration works

The Merlion Cub at Merlion Park will be closed for restoration works from 9 April to 30 June 2012. During the works, the Merlion Cub will be hoarded up for safety considerations.

We seek your understanding as the works and barricades may cause some inconvenience during this period.

Singapore Biennale 2011

Consider the numbers: 161 works by 63 artists from 30 countries spread over four different venues — we don’t blame you if you’re less than keen to take in the whole Singapore Biennale 2011.

Hotfoot it to these 10 key exhibits that embrace the theme of “Open House” with open arms.

Then you can say you’ve actually been to see the best….. FULL ARTICLE

March 22, Elaine Ee-Meyers, www.cnngo.com

Singapore Biennale beckons art-loving visitors

From March 13 through May 15, the Singapore Biennale 2011, organized by the Singapore Art Museum, will kick off throughout the city state, drawing tens of thousands art-loving visitors from all over the world.

The Biennale was established in 2006 as Singapore’s premier platform for international dialogue in contemporary art, placing the nation’s artists within a global context and fostering productive collaborations with the international arts community….. FULL ARTICLE

February 24, Lee Hyo-sik, www.koreatimes.co.kr

Five of the best Singapore attractions

Whether you’ve got just 48 hours on a stopover or plan to take your next holiday in Singapore, this great city state offers a wealth of attractions, thrilling adventure parks and myriad cultural delights. Here’s my pick of five top sights and experiences not to be missed….. FULL ARTICLE

January 14, Natalie Walsh, http://blog.mtrip.com

Merlion sculpture to close for cleaning from Jan 11-18

THE iconic Merlion that sits at Merlion Park will be closed for routine cleaning from Jan 11 to 18. During the cleaning, the Merlion will be hoarded up for safety considerations….. FULL ARTICLE

January 5, Vanessa Jalleh, www.straitstimes.com