| Question: When is the next Istana Open House? |
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Answer: The next Istana Open Houses have been scheduled for:
Tuesday, 27 January 2009 (to celebrate Chinese New Year)
Friday, 1 May 2009 (to celebrate Labour Day)
Sunday, 2 August 2009 (to celebrate National Day)
Monday, 21 September 2009 (to celebrate Hari Raya Puasa)
Monday, 16 November 2009 (to celebrate Deepavali) | |
| Question: Does the President stay in the Istana? |
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| Answer: Although it is his official residence, the President does not reside within the Istana. | |
| Question: When can we see the Changing of the Guards ceremony? |
| Answer: This ceremony is conducted every first Sunday of each month, at 6pm. It usually lasts about half an hour. Look out for the spectacular display by the Precision Drill Squad from the SAF Military Police Unit! | |
| Question: How old is the Istana? |
| Answer: The main Istana Building (then known as Government House) was completed in 1869. | |
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