Singapore waterfront, 1977 : night view [2]



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01 Jan 1977

Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988

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This photograph shows the night view of Singapore's waterfront from the Marina Bay area. Prominent landmarks along Collyer Quay can be seen in the background. On the left stands the Hong Leong Finance Building and the Asia Insurance Building. The Ocean Building, Change Alley Aerial Plaza (with its revolving tower) and Clifford Pier are in the centre. The OCBC Centre, UOB Plaza, HSBC Building and Maritime Building are on the right side of the photograph. Title devised by Library staff.


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Waterfronts--Singapore--Photographs

Commercial buildings--Singapore--Photographs

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Commercial buildings

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

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