On June 28 a century ago,, the Causeway was officially opened by the Governor of the Straits Settlements Sir Laurence Guillemard and Sultan Ibrahim of Johor. Today, it is one of the busiest land crossings in the world. According to the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), more than 2.
The Causeway in 1945 and in 2023.On June 28 a century ago,, the Causeway was officially opened by the Governor of the Straits Settlements Sir Laurence Guillemard and Sultan Ibrahim of Johor.
To celebrate the Causeway's centennial anniversary, the National Heritage Board has unveiled "The Causeway: A Century of Connection", a travelling exhibition that traces the history and development of the bridge — a hundred years of stories, connections, and memories between Singapore and Malaysia. You can embark on an immersive journey with an "immigration white card" like the ones issued before March 2020, and collect "immigration stamps" as you explore the exhibits. Archival photographs and anecdotes breathe life into the stories, offering a vivid glimpse into the past.
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