Sri Mariamman Temple, 1914 : general view



Photograph

01 Jan 1914

Photographed By Lambert, G. R.

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A G.R. Lambert & Co. photograph of the Sri Mariamman Temple, [1914] the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore. In front of the temple, are two rickshaws, a horse carriage and several people standing around. Located on South Bridge Road, the temple is now a national monument. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.


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All rights reserved. Lee Kip Lin and National Library Board, Singapore 2009.

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