Whampoa River is a minor river in Singapore. It was named after Cantonese tycoon Hoo Ah Kay (1816-1880), who became known in Singapore as "Mr Whampoa", after his birthplace of Whampoa near Guangzhou, in recognition to his contribution to Singapore.
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