Hidden in Singapore's most upscale neighborhood lies a forgotten royal palace, its ruins shrouded in mystery. How it came to be there—and why so few know of its existence—harks back to an era that predates the official historical narrative of the city-state. Despite being largely overlooked by modern accounts, the palace has taken on the allure of an urban myth, offering a glimpse into a world beyond the standard histories and, in a modern twist, an escape from the relentless pace of contemporary urban life