The Istana is the official residence and office of the President of Singapore. Meaning “palace” in Malay, it is where the president receives and entertains state guests.
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It is located within a large open compound in the otherwise urbanised setting of the Orchard Road area. The 106 acre (0.4 km²) estate was once part of the extensive nutmeg plantation of Mount Sophia. In 1867, the British colonial government acquired the land and built a mansion to be the official home of the British Governor. This continued until 1959 when Singapore was granted self-government, and the Governor was replaced by the Yang di-Pertuan Negara, who was in turn replaced by the President. Singapore sightseeing tours.
The Istana, Singapore GPS coordinates: 1° 18′ 25″ N, 103° 50′ 35″ E
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