Merlion Park is one of Singapore's most iconic landmarks featuring the Merlion, a mythical creature with a lion's head and fish's body. This 8.6-meter-tall statue spouts water into Marina Bay and is a popular photo spot for tourists. It symbolizes the city’s history as a fishing village and its original name, 'Singapura,' which means 'Lion City' in Malay. The park provides stunning views of the city skyline and is a central feature of Singapore's tourism.