Soong Sisters' Houses
 

The three mysteriously abandoned houses situated in one of Singapore's most developed area
Click here for a 360 degree view from the second house, and here from the third house.
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Tribute to Soong Sisters

The legendary icons in the last century, one of the most influential figures in the late history of China, are the Soong sisters. One who loved power, one who loved the country and one who opted for true love. These three individual figures represent different aspects of humanity. In Singapore, we have a cluster of three houses that resemble the essence of these three characters, right along Grange Road in Orchard which not many people would know about.

One may ask, did Soong sisters ever come to Singapore and live into those houses? Where does the name come from? Well, it is nicked by SPI Abductboy for that he felt in his first impression these three houses resemble the spirits that Soong sisters imprinted.

<By SPI Abductboy> I so name the 3 houses the Soong Sisters, because of the resemblance they had to them.

The 3 sisters were famous in 3 ways: One loved Money, the 2nd loved Power, and the 3rd loved her Country.

The First smallest house, which is also nearest to the main road, was nicely painted and looked quite modern. Thus it reminded me of Money well spent to maintain its beauty.

The Third House stood at the farthest of the three. It is a huge 2 storey house, with many rooms. Truly of the three, this one was most imposing and powerful. And so I name it thus.

The Second House, which stood between the First and Third, was strangely, also the 2nd in size. Unfortunately this House did not withstand the ravages of Time and human mischief, and stood as a half burnt structure. It reminded me of someone who refuses to bend to the ways of modern society, holding on steadfast to the old ways. This House, I felt, loved its Country.

And that's why I named them the Soong Sisters Houses

In this report, we invite you to find out the spirits through the photos should you agree or not.


Singapore Lost and Found
(Source: Landmarks Left In The Lurch by E.Keat Soh)

The cluster of these three houses is surrounded by more than a dozen condominiums just within a short walking distance. India embassy is its next door neighbour. So in the midst of skyscraper condominiums, expansive shopping malls and all that is sanitized and new, you'll find these three house an anomaly. They stick out, you wonder: What are they doing here ?

Just a stone's throw away from Ngee Ann City you will see the three houses in a sad state of disrepair. Look at them for a moment (the pictures above). Then close your eyes. Picture them as the venue of lavish parties, the object of envy, the epitome of the optimistic, forward-looking 1930s. Open your eyes again. See the reality. The first, slightly visible from Grange Road, is an excellent example of 30s modernism, all streamlined and logically proportioned - topped off, no less, by a climatically unsuitable flat roof. Curved room-sized bay windows span the walls from side and side, and four pillars hold up the balcony and allow for a adequately-sized car porch underneath. To restore it would require deep pockets, an iron will and tender, loving care, not necessarily in that order.

The second and third, further up a slight slope, are mansions similar in architectural treatment, but more massive and ambitious in scale. Washed in faded yellow, it sits sadly and quietly; kampong chickens running circles around it. The main entrance and windows are boarded up; on the flat roof balcony, weeds grow out of broken glass blocks. Soong sisters did have their glory days, and a tragic end. So are the Soong sisters' houses.

 

Pictorial Tour

1. A security post is situated at the front entrance; 2. A 'No Trespassing' sign is clearly displayed;
3. That is the first house behind the gate after merely few meters from the main entrance;
4. To reach the second and third houses one would have to trek through this small forest,
 At the forked path, turning left leads to the houses, turning right takes you to a shortcut walking up Grange Heights condo


1. This is the first house in Colonial style; 2. A mysterious ang moh face emerged on the window
Is it light reflection on glass? But there is no light source or anything white color right opposite the window except some banana trees
3. This little path lined with Banyan trees leads to the second and third houses on the slight hill slope
4. On top of the slope one can see the second house in grey and the third house in yellow (at the far right corner in the photo)
Click here for another view of having the two houses in the same picture while Grange Height condo as backdrop


The second house is overgrown with wild plants, all over the spiral stair, the walls and the roof.
We sensed that this house has the strongest 'yin' energy. Coincidentally it is the house in which the rumor said Catherine killed herself.


1. The boutique house that used to have its glory is vandalized with graffiti nowadays;
 2 & 3. Dare you come in? Even under bright day light, the house inside was very dark and creepy; Here is another view of it. Scary?
4. The main house however is sealed off, a warning sign is displayed on the door so nobody should go into this private property


See how the second got damaged by fire from different angles.
Click here to see the second house on the backdrop of Ngee Ang City Tower and Mandarin Hotel


1-3. Lets take a closer look at the fire damage. We wonder where is the spot that Catherine burnt herself as the rumor indicated
4. A pentagon drawing is found just in front of the house - a clear evidence that black magic was practiced there before


1-2. Different side views of the third house; 3. It is truly a large mansion; one can see a large garage area and the building at the back
4. A rusted swing is placed at the front door awkwardly; observe the black color substance underneath the swing. It looks sinister
You can imagine at night, the swing would move by itself making some noise 'eeck eeck eeck..'. See a close up of the swing here


1. We found a frightening sight in the garden; wouldn't this be the rope that hang the child as in the rumor?
2. These rows of ceramic pots look like tombs; or may be they are?
3. At the back of the house it has a majestic tall panel of stained glasses. Look carefully you will see mosaic of angels on both sides
4. This is the backyard of the house. A close look will let you see an electric organ


1. The interior of the house however is again vandalized with graffiti. Damaging a private property is both a crime and immoral act
2-4. Can you find anything weird inside the house?

SPI lately had an investigation on these three houses.
We found that the truth behind the scene is not what we thought and it certainly far deviates from the urban legend.
The reporting of the investigation will be published on the website soon. Keep your eyes open.