Roof of Lau Pa Sat market, 1986 : panoramic view
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01 May 1986
Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988
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This photograph shows a panoramic view of the clock tower of Telok Ayer Market (also known as Lau Pa Sat or "Old Market") and its trademark octagonal roof and the neighbouring skyscrapers in 1986. In the background are the financial and office buildings in Singapore's Central Business District. Some of these buildings include the CPF Building, UIC Building, DBS Tower and Shenton House. Title devised by Library staff.
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- All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007
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