From Eastwind to Elevation: Tracing the Eastern Dragon’s Rise in Singapore

Published: 30 Jun 2025

From Hougang’s heartlands to the world-class airport at Changi, the Eastern Dragon quietly powers Singapore’s steady rise. 

In this part of Singapore where kopi meets culture and schools anchor the community, the flat eastern terrain holds more strength than meets the eye; proving what Eastsiders have long said with pride: East side, better side.

Do you live, work, or play in the East? Discover how fengshui shapes this region and what it could mean for your own success.

For those who are scratching your head in confusion, read this to learn more about the hidden dragons in Singapore first. Alternatively, fast-track your fengshui journey here!

Discovering the Eastern Dragon’s Fengshui Influence

Dragon landform: What is it?

Since prehistoric China, the practice of selecting favourable sites for settlement has always involved the observation of natural landscapes amongst other factors. In fengshui, a dragon landform refers to the shape and arrangement of land features such as mountains, rivers, and valleys, and their influence on the flow of “qi” or energy, which can influence various aspects of life.

Key elements of a dragon landform:

Dragon’s Head [龙头]: This is the landform’s most prominent feature, symbolising wisdom, vitality, and authority. It is ideal for significant structures or individuals with strong Bazi. Wondering where the Eastern Dragon’s head lies? Let’s look at the answer below!

Dragon’s Body [龙身]: Featuring undulating terrain such as hills or rivers, this segment ensures smooth qi flow, which is key for stability and good fortune.

Dragon’s Tail [龙尾]: Referring to the landform’s tapering end, where qi dissipates. A smooth, unobstructed, and gentle transition into water or plains gathers wealth and stability, while sharp cuts or blockages (e.g. tunnels, skyscrapers) disrupt energy flow.

Note that the dragon’s tail should also be balanced with the dragon’s head. Overdevelopment at either end will cause instability. Residents staying near the dragon’s tail must be resilient and determined as energy here can be unstable.

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Singapore’s Eastern Dragon: Dragon of the Plains

Meandering along the eastern part of Singapore, the Eastern Dragon covers a generally flat terrain that earned it the title “Dragon of the Plains”. In the absence of tall mountains, this vast and level hinterland offers great potential for one to soar into the sky.  

Coincidentally, three airports reside on the Eastern Dragon: Seletar Airport, Paya Lebar Airbase and the world-renowned Changi Airport that happens to be located on the dragon’s head.

F.Y.I. The special features of the Eastern Dragon include culture and education, rituals, agriculture and fishery. Could living within its domain fuel personal development? Let’s explore, starting with the dragon’s head! 

Location of Dragon’s Head: Changi Airport

Credits: Changi Airport Group

Singapore Changi Airport has once again been named the world’s best airport for 2025 at the World Airport Awards, marking the 13th time our humble island city has received this global honour! It’s no small feat, especially for a nation with limited natural resources.  

Could this success be linked to the fengshui power of the Eastern Dragon, whose head rests precisely where Changi Airport now stands?

As shared earlier, a Dragon’s Head is considered ideal for significant structures, often associated with leadership, vision, and powerful destiny. In fengshui, this location also reflects the auspicious formation of the “Phoenix Returning to its Nest”, which is a sign of renewal, resilience, and international recognition. When these two forces converge, it explains the thriving growth of Changi Airport.

With the Eastern Dragon representing fresh beginnings and growth, it’s no wonder how Changi Airport has grown and evolved over the years since it became operational in 1981. Jewel Changi Airport, the latest addition in 2019, boasts the world’s tallest indoor waterfall and has welcomed over 80 million visitors in 2024 alone. With Terminal 5 and a third runway on the way, Changi Airport is set to grow even more! 

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Locations at Dragon’s Body: Serangoon

Alkaff Gardens along Upper Serangoon Road. Credits: National Archives of Singapore

Once home to fruit plantations, spice farms, and later rubber estates, Serangoon also claims one of Singapore’s earliest roads, which connected the town to Serangoon Harbour as a key trade route. Could it be due to its location at the stable torso of the Eastern Dragon? 

From the fengshui perspective, the ideal location of Serangooon supports growth and positive developments in education and innovation. Looking back in time, areas like Serangoon North (formerly Hwi Yoh) housed pottery kilns, rope-making factories, and tropical fish farms. These historical roots also anchor Serangoon’s evolving landscape, adding depth and stability to the flourishing “dragon body.” 

Are you a Serangoon resident? In fengshui context, Serangoon lies on a “Phoenix Land”, comprising five favourable fengshui formations that include “White Crane Spreading Wings” and “Imperial Scholar Perusing a Scroll,” supporting careers in education, design, finance, and business.  

Modern estates like Affinity at Serangoon and Serangoon North Vista leverage on the positive energies, as seen in their strong market performance, supported by educational infrastructure, and connections to amenities such as shopping, schools, and parks. 

The red and slightly sticky soil of this mature town also denotes powerful energies that make Serangoon an ideal residential place. This Phoenix Land is capable of grooming talented females. Behind their delicate appearance lies great inner strength and strong capabilities.  

Male residents can also benefit from this land formation, which aids them in being courageous and meticulous at the same time. Those who can garner the support of their female counterparts shall have greater chances of success.  

In general, Serangoon is excellent for long-term residence, where one can develop their potential to the fullest extent. So, don’t miss the chance to learn useful  fengshui  knowledge that can help you and your household members to thrive further in life!

Locations at Dragon’s Tail: Hougang

Credits: HDB 

Hougang (meaning “river end” in Chinese dialects) was named for its location upstream of the Serangoon River. In the 1800s, it was a rural enclave dotted with forests, pig farms, and plantations. Within two decades of new town plans, Hougang transformed into Singapore’s largest HDB town by land area by the 1990s. 

While the Dragon’s Head represents leadership, vision, and initiation, the Dragon’s Tail embodies transformation, perseverance, and the power to adapt. Since the Eastern Dragon is of the Wood element, Hougang’s position at the tail suggests growth through grounded effort, like roots pushing steadily through soil. Think hidden strength and quiet evolution.

Hougang’s fengshui formation is known as “Paired Lotus Land”, marked by twin lotus formations that represent purity rising from adversity. This auspicious land nurtures strong-willed yet traditional individuals, especially women, and supports thriving family life and education.  

You can see this reflected in Hougang’s many heritage schools and new developments like Tanjong Tree Residences and Hougang Citrine (2021–24 BTOs), which come equipped with educational amenities. Located at the Eastern Dragon’s tail, these sites featuring the “Paired Lotus” and “Mandarin Ducks Frolicking” formations, symbolise resilience and adaptability. It is ideal for families and property buyers seeking steady growth. 

Although the Dragon’s Tail energy can bring some instability, it also implies movement and output that is ideal for reinvention. If you are a resident at Hougang, the key is to embrace changes to create breakthroughs. Keep going! 

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Which areas does the Eastern Dragon cover?

Representing the Wood element, the well-concealed Eastern Dragon symbolises growth, vitality, and fresh beginnings, which embody the energy of expansion. Interestingly, Singapore’s eastern coastline, especially around East Coast and Marina Bay, has undergone significant transformation through land reclamation. Coincidence or fengshui in action? We’ll let you decide. 

Meanwhile, the following districts fall under the Eastern Dragon, each with its own unique fengshui formation. 

Is your home in the vicinity of the Eastern Dragon? A home is more than shelter. Its external and internal environments shape your life. Hence, choosing the right location from the start ensures the right fit with your values and energy. 

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Singapore’s fengshui in Period 9

Last but not least, you may have come across the term, Period 9, which is a new fengshui 20-year period from 2024 to 2043. In fengshui, we believe in the philosophy of Tian Di Ren (天地人), which essentially means being at the right place, with the right person, at the right time.

Located at Earth’s Southern tip and favoured by the Nine Purple Star, our island city is well-positioned for growth. In addition, Singapore’s landform energy moves as one in the new fengshui period, meaning when one prospers, all benefit! Leading this cycle, the Eastern Dragon drives momentum and opportunities.

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