singapore's merlion.......

Ever wonder what's the deal with the iconic lion head with fish body and tail that symbolises Singapore?

Called the Merlion, it's a name derived from combining the words 'mer' meaning the sea, and 'lion' which is obvious for Singapore. The word 'mer' or sea is to signify Singapore's old name which is Temasek (meaning Sea Town) and Singapura in Sanskrit means Lion City.

Now you know....