Tanjong Rhu suspension footbridge : general view



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10 Aug 2003

Photographed By Heirwin Mohd Nasir

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This is a general viewof Singapore's first suspension footbridge spanning the Geylang River which allows residents from the Tanjong Rhu enclave and members of the public to walk across the river to the National Stadium, Indoor Stadium and Kallang Theatre. Title devised by Library staff.


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All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2004.

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