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Abandoned Places in Singapore

One of the most holy abandoned places in Singapore, Syonan Jinja was a Shinto shrine built by Japanese troops during World War II. The place was built in a traditional Japanese style with tonnes of stones and trees, laboured by almost 20,000 allied war prisoners. Beside all the efforts the shrine was demolished by the Japanese troops themselves, in fear of desecration by British troops.

There are only some ruins of the shrine left on the 1000-acre large forest land left behind. The place has been closed to the general public and has been declared National Heritage by the government of Singapore.  Still, many locals till today illegally try to explore the ruins in search of the abandoned shrine by exploring through forests of MacRitchie Reservoir.

Highlights- The shrine was a symbol for Shinto culture,  Popular for the famous ‘nurse ghost’ video.

Location- MacRitchie Reservoir

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One of the most popular abandoned places in Singapore is Old Changi Hospital, a British military camp turned into a general hospital. The place has been remodeled many times throughout history, hence, it contains various rumours about its existence.

The place has been abandoned  by the general public but is  known to be used by ghosts and some satanists performing various demonic activities. The place has 3 rumoured underground torture chambers, it is believed that spirits of those toutured people roam around the hospital till day, thus, it is kept empty for now by the government. But one can still explore and feel this place through an advanced ‘online 360 view’ portal.

Highlights- But, recently the place has been considered for a government project to turn this place into a stargazing observatory.

Location- 24 Halton Road, Singapore 506997, Singapore

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One of the most tricky abandoned places in Singapore is the palace of Instana Woodneuk. Built in the late 19th century the place has been through tough climatic conditions and yet still stands on its feet perfectly strong. The place was once rebuilt in 1935 and has been abandoned since the attack by Japanese during World War II.

The palace still has all the equipment intact, staircases, tired walls, and even a dreadly chair sitting right in the middle of the stairway. The place is filled with graffiti drawn by local artists, some have impressive messages and some just showcase ceremonial haven for Pagan worship. The place is not open to the public anymore and is punishable by law to enter illegally.

Highlights- A part of the place was used to film the famous ‘Crazy Rich Asian’ movie.

Location- 766 Tyersall Ave, Singapore 257699

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The spooky list of abandoned places in Singapore is incomplete without Neo Tiew Estate. Built in 1979 the estate is named after the famous businessman Neo Tiew, known for his contribution in the development of the area Lim Chu Kang. The place was vacated after World War II, when the local residents moved to nearby modern cities.

 The small public housing area with 3-storeyed flats and a wet playground, visitors can look through a slice of the estate by taking a serene bus ride through Lim Chu Kang on service 975. This Bus ride will take you past by the estate, with rumoured haunted stories about the angry spirits of the banana tree.

Highlights- The place is currently used for FIBUA (Fighting in Built-Up Areas) training by the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).

Location- Neo Tiew Road Singapore

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From all the abandoned places in Singapore, this hill reservoir was abandoned from the maps of Singapore only. Rediscovered in the year 2014 the place has been taken over by mother nature, offering a one of a lifetime adventurous hiking trip. In the past the place was used to be camped by Japanese troops and was known for the mysterious death of two soldiers.

Since then the place was not used much and was forgotten by the maps of Singapore because of its less coverage  area. Today the place is used for tourists purpose with a special hike taking travelers through Seah Im Carpark, The Hidden Seah Im Bunker, Keppel Hill Reservoir, A Mysterious Japanese Tomb, and Secret scenic spot at Mount Faber.

Highlights- Adventurous 2.8 km hike into the dense forest.

Location- Keppel Hills, Singapore

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The Tanglin Hill Brunei Hostel is one of the most trespassed abandoned places in Singapore by the locals. The place was built in the 50s for accommodation purposes for Bruneian students in Singapore. The place was a lively dormitory but in 1983 it was closed due to lack of students. The place has been owned by the Bruneian people till date and is forbidden for public visits.

 But, many curious explorers trespassed the fences and went on their own trip. One can find graffiti art covering the halls of the dormitory and others have also seen some supernatural activities such as scattering moving sounds of objects, strange footsteps noises, etc. Many hantu hunters have been inside the place in search of evidence.

Highlights- Abandoned hostel with graffiti art and photographic corners.

Location- 7A Tanglin Hill, Singapore 248042

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A railway track in the list of abandoned places in Singapore is something unique. Discover a railway track that has been forgotten by the country since the 1990s, here one can roam around and capture the beautiful aesthetic areas, created by mother nature. The place has three major photographic spots, which can be used for professional nature photography.

 For some countryside vibes one can choose a walk in the pretty Sunset Way Railway Tracks , which is also one of the original tracks used for good exchange between Singapore and Malaysia. Another spot includes some light hiking through the Truss Bridge leading to deserted tunnels of Clementi Road, making it one of the most exciting parts of the whole Jurong Railway trip.

Highlights- hike around Sunset Way Railway Tracks, Truss Bridge, and abandoned tunnel near Clementi Road.

Location- 48 Sunset Way, Singapore 597074

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One of the  most beautiful abandoned places of Singapore is Cashin House, built in 1906 by Henry Cashin also known as the Pier. The house was used for trading purposes and was later used as a weekend getaway by Howard Edmund Cashin till the year 2009. Since then the place has been abandoned and was recently declared that it may be becoming a part of the Lim Chu Kang Nature Park project.

The place has an amazing ambiance with starry night sky and high tide waves splashing at the bottom of the pier. The resort-like house has all the modern amenities. 

Highlights- Soon to open as a part of Lim Chu Kang Park for the public eye.

Location- Lim Chu Kang, Singapore

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One of the most thrilling abandoned places in Singapore is the Former Criminal Investigation Department (CID) HQ, which has been vacant since 1996. The former five-storey building has been a major tourist attraction and was considered by many event companies for hosting various events like halloween parties, etc.

An empty space always has its own haunted rumours and this building is no exception. Many say that the ground level cellular jail has been hearing screaming voices of the criminals who committed suicide. Some also say that one of the investigating officers shot himself on the third floor of the building, and his spirit still protects that corridor.  The place has been handed over to companies that are majoring in arts and sculptures.

Highlights- Rumoured to be haunted by ghosts of former criminals ,Open for the public to explore the abandoned building.

Location- Former Criminal Investigation Department (CID) HQ, Singapore

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Keramat Bukit Kasita is one of the few places in Singapore that represent the pre-colonial history of the country. The sacred place is said to be holding around 200 tombs where around 50 devotees every month from around Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia come and pay their respects.

 Historians have been debating about the existence of the oldest tomb dating back to 1721, if it really belongs to that era or not. Visitors come here for meditation purposes as well, it is believed that if you meditate here there are higher chances of one to attain enlightenment.

Highlights- A sacred hill providing evidence of the Malay royalty.

Location-  532 Kampong Bahru Rd 099456 Singapore

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The only working cemetery in Singapore is Choa Chu Kang Cemetery, which was opened in 1974. The Government of Singapore took away the land of the previous two cemeteries known as Orchard and Thomson Road cemetery, and the remains were transferred to Choa Chu Kang cemetery.

The place accepts all religious sections of the cemetery.  Chinese, Christian, Ahmadiyya Jama'at, Muslim, Parsi, Bahá?í, Jewish, Hindu, and Lawn are some of the cemerteries inlcuded in this space. The place does not welcome any visitors for a leisure trip.

Highlights- Only working cemetery of Singapore

Location- Singapore Downtown, Central, Singapore

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