Street leading to Masjid Sultan, 2004 : general view



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18 Jun 2004

Photographed By Tan, Bonny

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This is a general view of the street that leads to Masjid Sultan. It has been converted to a walkway lined on each side with tall palm trees and two-storeyed conserved shophouses. The red brick walkway has interspersed Islamic geometrical motifs. The main golden dome is dominant. Title devised by Library staff.


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All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2004.

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