Keramat Iskandar Shah is commonly believed to be the final resting ground of Sultan Iskandar Shah. Originally a Hindu who went by the name of Parameswara, he converted to Islam and adopted this name when he married a Princess of Pasai in Malacca.Sultan Iskandar Shah is portrayed as the last of the five kings to rule over Singapore in the 14th century and also the descendent of Sang Nila Utama, who we all know as the founder of Singapura.
Iskandar Shah’s rule over Singapore was later challenged and he was attacked by enemy forces. Forced to leave Singapore, he went on to establish a new kingdom of Malacca, where he assumed his new identity.
Although his actual place of death remains unclear, Fort Canning park was the supposed resting ground for all the kings. However, the tombs were reportedly destroyed when the British converted Fort Canning into a fortress in 1859 to enhance security. This new 'keramat' was eventually erected many years later and has remained at the same spot ever since.
Many locals believe that the 'keramat' has mystical powers and although worship is not allowed by law, they still visit the place to pray.
Written by Faizal
Adakah benarnya Iskandar Shah sebenarnya Oangeran Agung dari kerajaan Kediri yg berkhawin dgn Tengku Kholijah berputrakan Tengku Chik?… mohon pencerahan.
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