Is Sentosa a man made island?

So much of what exists on Sentosa is new and shiny that it's understandable why the common “it was a manmade island” misconception keeps going around. Land reclamation may be the source of the confusion. Pulau Blakang Mati was about 280 hectares in size, and since 1972 Sentosa has grown to about 500 hectares.



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Sentosa Island was only given its name in 1972, when Singapore's government decided to develop the island into a top tourist destination and holiday resort for both locals and international tourists. The name 'Sentosa' means 'isle of tranquility'.

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The water around Sentosa is clean enough for swimming, but don't expect it to be crystal clear. As Singapore is one of the world's busiest ports, there are dozens of cargo ships and tankers on the horizon.

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MONKEY (LONG-TAILED MACAQUE) Due to their highly adaptable nature, they sometimes live in close proximity to human populations. As omnivorous animals, their natural diet includes fruits, crabs, flowers, leaves, fungi, grasses as well as human leftovers. They are most frequently spotted around The Barracks lawn area.

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Artificial Beach, Male, Maldives The island nation of Male has an artificial beach named “Artificial Beach”. The name may not leave you reeling with excitement, but the beach's not-so-natural beauty most certainly will.

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Since it's the only place in Singapore where non-Singaporeans are allowed to buy landed property, residents are largely made up of foreigners and expatriates with a mix of families, couples and single professionals.

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Overall, while swimming in Singapore is generally safe when proper precautions are taken, it's important to be aware of potential hazards and to follow basic safety guidelines. By doing so, swimmers can enjoy all the benefits of this popular pastime while minimizing the risks of injury or other accidents.

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