Shuang Lin Temple : general view



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01 Jan 1900

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This photonegative shows a general view of Shuang Lin Temple. There is a building with a three-tiered roof which has the corners of the two upper tiers curling upwards. A smaller building has a single roof with upward curling corners. Rectangular buildings enclose a courtyard displaying several potted plants. Date of creation estimated. Title devised by Library staff.


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All rights reserved, Margaret Ryan and National Library Board, Singapore 2009

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