View from Government Hill

This painting shows a view from Government Hill (renamed Fort Canning in 1859) overlooking the entrance to the river and the bustling harbour. The Governor’s House can be seen on the extreme right, and on its left, is the flagstaff that signalled the arrival of mail vessels.

 

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View from Government Hill

Flagstaff on Government Hill

A view from Fort Canning Hill

Print showing a view of Singapore River and Chinatown from Government Hill

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