The Istana is the official residence of the President of the Republic of Singapore. It occupies over 40 hectares of land along Orchard Road. It is a valuable and important to Singapore's history and heritage, and has witnessed many historic milestones.The Singapore Istana building was built by the British colonial government to house its governors.Completed in 1869, which then known as government. The building was transferred to the Government of Singapore in Singapore gained independence in 1959, and renamed the Istana (palace "in Malay). All proceeds from ticket sales and souvenirs Istana be donated to charity.
The building was completely renovated between 1996 and 1998 Istana, to add more space and amenities of today. The building now has six rooms for welcoming ceremonies and receive guests.President SR Nathan at the Istana visitors during the open house to celebrate Deepavali on Friday. Over 9,800 visitors were entertained by the performances of bands Boon Lay Secondary School and High School Choir and a group of harmonious Ahmad Ibrahim Primary School. There was also a dance show put on India Talent PA and a Falabella miniature horse show by the Singapore Zoo.
Visitors can tour several rooms in the Istana building to a display of gifts presented to the President and the Prime Minister by foreign dignitaries to an entrance fee of $ 2.Istana souvenirs will be sold in the state to open House.Sources viewers The event will be treated with spectacular performances from Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School, Presbyterian High School and Primary School Jurong Bird and exposure through the Jurong Bird Park. The event will also feature a dance performance by the China CP talents.View Istana gardens while a variety of interpretations on the basis of providing entertainment. You can also have the opportunity to be photographed with the President and First Lady when they come to greet visitors.
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