Telok Ayer Market and Shenton Way : general view [1]



Photograph

01 Jan 1970

Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988

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This is a photograph showing the rooftop of the Telok Ayer Market, also known as Lau Pa Sat or "Old Market". Its eye-catching octagonal design and clock tower makes this food centre a unique landmark at Raffles Quay. In the background are financial and office buildings at Shenton Way, including the DBS Tower (also known as DBS Building) and the CPF Building. Physical dimensions of original: 13 x 10 cm. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.


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

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