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Legend tells of a poor widow who had two pretty daughters,
Minah and Linah who were very close to each other. After the
widow died, the sisters left the village to live with a
distant uncle.
One unfortunate day, Linah met a group of pirates while
fetching water from a well near the sea. Frightened, she ran
home with the pirate chief giving chase. At the uncle's
home, brandishing a dagger, he made known his wish to marry
Linah.
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That night, the two sisters wept bitterly in each other's
arms. When dawn broke, the pirate chief and 16 of his men
came to take Linah away. Clinging to each other, they were
forced apart by the pirates, and Linah was carried away.
The desperate Minah swam after the boat but was drowned
and Linah dived into the stormy waters in grief. The next
day, the villagers were shocked to see two islands at the
spot where the two sisters had drowned.
The two tranquil islands, called Subar Laut and Subar
Darat, was henceforth known as Sisters Island.
These tiny southern islands offer a quiet respite from the
big city with their laid-back ambience, sandy beaches, and
inviting waters. They are perfect for swimming,
snorkeling, and scuba diving although the currents are
quite strong. Recommended only for experienced divers.
Getting There
Hire a water taxi (S$50 per hour) from Jardine
Steps or Clifford Pier. Regular ferry services are not
available.
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