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Merlion trivia quiz: A roundup of questions that will make you more knowledgeable about Singapore

Speaking of the Merlion, it’s a major tourist attraction that could be called Singapore’s trademark.

The powerful gush of water from the mouth of the giant lion is truly impressive, and most travelers visiting Singapore probably go to see the Merlion, don’t they?

In this article, we’ll introduce a slew of fun facts about the Merlion in the form of a quiz!

We’ve selected a wide range of topics—from basic information to lesser-known facts—and some tidbits are even useful for sightseeing.

Have fun as you take on the quiz!

Fun facts quiz about the Merlion: A compilation of questions to become more knowledgeable about Singapore (11–20)

How many tons does the Merlion weigh?

How many tons does the Merlion weigh?
  1. 30t
  2. 70t
  3. 120t
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70t

The Merlion, a symbol of Singapore, weighs about 70 tons. Incidentally, the Small Merlion is said to weigh about 3 tons.

Before it was relocated to its current location, what was the name of the bridge behind the Merlion?

Before it was relocated to its current location, what was the name of the bridge behind the Merlion?
  1. Anderson Bridge
  2. Helix Bridge
  3. Benjamin Sheares Bridge
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Anderson Bridge

Until it was relocated in 2002 to the Merlion Park where it currently stands, it had been installed at a spot west of the Esplanade Bridge as seen from Merlion Park. Behind it was the Anderson Bridge.

What are the Merlion, the Little Mermaid statue, and which other place referred to as the ‘world’s three most disappointing sights’?

What are the Merlion, the Little Mermaid statue, and which other place referred to as the 'world’s three most disappointing sights'?
  1. Trevi Fountain
  2. Statue of an angel
  3. Manneken Pis
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Manneken Pis

The sites known as the “world’s three most disappointing attractions” are the Merlion in Singapore, the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen, Denmark, and Manneken Pis in Brussels, Belgium. Incidentally, some say the Merlion earned its disappointing reputation before it was relocated; the current Merlion now attracts many tourists.

In conclusion

We introduced fun facts about the Merlion, Singapore’s national symbol, in a quiz format.

From basic information to lesser-known trivia, we selected many items—did you enjoy them? If there’s anything you didn’t know, take this opportunity to remember it and put it to use on your next trip!