Because of the Japanese people who came in Temasek (Singapura/Singapore) for just because of the war. That's why Temasek changing name to become Singapura or Singapore.
Singapore can be said as Temasek (not widely used)
It is the old name of Singapore.
lion city
The company, Temasek, is headquartered in Singapore. If you would like more information on Temasek's location or anything else, check out their official website.
it was called Temasek
because Singapore was known as Temasek which was then governored by Malasiya
Temasek.
Sang Nila Utama I think!
Singapore was well-known during the early civilizations of South East Asia for its good trading port. During those times, fishing villagers stayed in the Sea Town (meaning for Temasek) which is now present day Singapore.
In the year 1299 Sang Nila Utama, renamed the island from Temasek to Singapura. Singapura is still the Malay name for Singapore.
Ho Ching, wife of current Singapore Prime Minister, Lee Hsien Loong.