Shenton Way, 1987 : general view



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07 Feb 1987

Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988

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This is a 1987 photograph showing a general view of Shenton Way. Set against the skyline are financial buildings like Asia Insurance Building, Hong Leong Building and Robina House. Partially hidden are Shenton House, UIC Building, DBS Tower and Central Provident Fund (CPF) Building. On the left are boats docked near the seafront. Date of creation estimated. Title devised by Library staff.


Subjects

Commercial buildings--Singapore--Photographs

Streets--Singapore--Photographs

Categories

Commercial buildings

Business districts

Public buildings

Streets and Places

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All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007

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