Skip to main content
A Singapore Government Agency Website How to identify
Official website links end with .gov.sg
Secure websites use HTTPS
Look for a lock () or https:// as an added precaution. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
Get trusted information straight from the source.

Add the URA website (opens in new tab) as your preferred source on Google.

Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)

Stewarding Nature and Heritage

Explore how Singapore is recalling its heritage in many ways and enhancing its natural capital as a city in nature.

Last updated on 8 September 2026

Singapore is an endearing home because of the heritage we share and the City in Nature we enjoy. Buildings and places that anchor our memories are celebrated. The island’s natural capital are also strengthened to benefit biodiversity and our well-being. Some of these green spaces are also multi-functional by design to meet different needs.

Learn how Singapore is planning for:

A City in Nature

With careful planning, we can continue to strengthen our natural capital while meeting development needs.

A City that Cherishes its Past

Conserving built heritage is an integral part of our planning process. Beyond conservation, there are also different ways to celebrate and recall our heritage.

Identity Corridors

The concept of Identity Corridors was first introduced in the Long-Term Plan Review 2022 and builds on the identity nodes to strengthen the character and local identities of key corridors across Singapore.