Fort Canning - Fort Gate & Gothic Gates

Description

"A remnant of the fortress that once occupied Fort Canning Hill from 1861 to 1926, Fort Gate was built in 1846. It served two purposes – to protect Singapore from a sea-borne attack and to give the country’s European population a refuge should a local disturbance arise. <br><br> On the other side of Fort Gate are two imposing Gothic Gates at the entrance of Fort Canning Green, which was once a Christian burial ground. Above both Gothic Gates are the letters “IHS” which stand for Iota Eta Sigma, the first three letters of the Greek word for Jesus." <br><br> ~ Description taken from 6 Historical Spots To Explore At Fort Canning Park <br> [https://www.southeast-asia.com/singapore/6-historical-spots-to-explore-at-fort-canning-park/](https://www.southeast-asia.com/singapore/6-historical-spots-to-explore-at-fort-canning-park/) <br> <br> Google Maps: [https://goo.gl/maps/EFz9QVTvonhXmMa8A](https://goo.gl/maps/EFz9QVTvonhXmMa8A)