Dragon Boat race at Singapore River : general view



Photograph

01 Jan 1984

Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988

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This photograph shows a Dragon Boat race at the Singapore River. In each long and narrow, dragon-shaped boat is a drummer who sets the rhythm for the paddlers by beating a drum and a coxswain who steers the boat with a rudder. In the background are financial buildings and shophouses along Boat Quay. Physical dimensions of original: 35 mm. Title devised by Library staff.


Subjects

Singapore River (Singapore)--Photographs

Rowing--Singapore--Singapore River--Photographs

Commercial buildings--Singapore--Singapore River--Photographs

Dragon boat festival--Singapore--Singapore River--Photographs

Categories

Ethnic festivals

Boating

Sports and recreational events

Sports and games

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

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