Jurong Hill (Chinese: 裕廊山; Malay: Bukit Peropok) is a scenic hill situated in western Singapore off Jalan Ahmad Ibrahim. Originally, the hill is known as Bukit Peropok in Malay.[1] It is enveloped in 15 hectares of lush greenery and stands at 60 meters. As of 5 October 2023, Jurong Hill has been closed for construction works.
History
Look-out tower on Jurong Hill.
Commanding a panoramic view of Jurong Town since 1971,[2] the hill is a well-known landmark. A look-out tower stands on Jurong Hill where one can get oop- aerial view of Jurong Town. The hill's adjacent park, Jurong Hill Park, was constructed by JTC Corporation. Within the park is a "garden of fame", so named for the many trees planted by visiting foreign dignitaries. The park is a popular spot for couples to shoot their wedding photos. Jurong Bird Park was located on the western slope of Jurong Hill.
It is bounded by Jalan Ahmad Ibrahim, Pioneer Road, Jalan Buroh and Jurong Pier Road.
The Hilltop Japanese and Indonesian Restaurant was a long-standing restaurant located on the hill. It was closed in 2014.[3]
Garden of fame
Jurong Hill, Singapore.
The following celebrities planted trees in the garden [4][5]
Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy of the United Kingdom - She planted the first tree in the garden in 1969 while attending the 150th Anniversary of the Founding of Singapore and the National Day Celebration.
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