Reaching the west side of Fort Canning, we stood at this location which is known as Pancur Larangan, the Forbidden Spring. According to legend, this spring had served as a bathing place for the ladies of royal descent and no one else was allowed to enter, hence the name, Forbidden Spring.
We took our chance to have a bath like royalty here at the Forbidden Spring!
We took our chance to have a bath like royalty here at the Forbidden Spring!
Although no remains were recorded of the Forbidden Spring, bathing places were one of the most important aspects of Southeast Asian palaces. They were said to be highly decorated with art works such as stone relief carvings. Such elaborate remains of ancient bathing places can still be found in Java and Sumatra!
In addition, this spring provided drinking water to all ships visiting Singapore till 1830. It was also a source of fresh water for the populace at the base of the hill well into the 19th century before eventually going dry.
In addition, this spring provided drinking water to all ships visiting Singapore till 1830. It was also a source of fresh water for the populace at the base of the hill well into the 19th century before eventually going dry.
Resource:
http://www.crescent.edu.sg/ipw/2000/sec1/11g7-fortcanning/website/legends.htm
http://www.crescent.edu.sg/ipw/2000/sec1/11g7-fortcanning/website/legends.htm
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