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Majestic and imposing, the Whampoa Dragon Fountain stands before you. This unique sculpture in Whampoa has a captivating story.

Let’s journey back to the early 1970s. Dragon structures were all the rage in Singapore. The Whampoa Dragon Fountain was completed in 1973. It was originally located in a park behind Block 85. The dragon was made from broken China rice bowls.

Imagine children playing around the Whampoa Dragon Fountain. Water spouted from its mouth. It was a joyous sight. The dragon was a landmark for the community.

But progress has its price. In 1985, the park vanished. The Central Expressway was built. The Whampoa Dragon Fountain was left on a small strip of land.

Sadly, the fountain stopped working sometime in the 1980s. The pump system became defective. The dragon weathered. Algae grew. Bushes hid the fountain basin.

Look closely. You can still see porcelain pieces carefully pasted on the dragon’s body. It towers more than 4 meters tall. It looks like it is surging towards the sky.

Netizens reminisce about the glory days. They want to see the fountain spout water again. But a major revamp is needed. Plans are unlikely in the near future.

Residents still gather nearby. They exercise and chat. Children run around the Whampoa Dragon Fountain. It remains a symbolic landmark.

The Whampoa Dragon Fountain may not spout water anymore. It is still a sight to behold. It embodies history and memories. It stands as a testament to Singapore’s past. It is a reminder of a time when dragons graced playgrounds.

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