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This photograph shows an aerial view of the main civic and business districts in Singapore, focusing on the Padang and its surrounding areas. The Padang is located in the central area of Singapore, and is used for various signature events. Photograph donated by Soh Kim Mun and displayed at Heritage Roadshow 2007. Title devised by Library staff.
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- This digital copy (c) National Library Board Singapore 2007. The original work (c) Soh Kim Mun.
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