CHIJMES Fountain Court : top view



Photograph

16 Jun 2004

Photographed By Tan, Bonny

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This 2004 photograph shows a view of the courtyard at CHIJMES, located at Victoria Street, where four fountain spouts can be seen protruding from the red brick wall on the left, and an open-air dining area under the shade of small trees. On the upper level can be seen restaurant buildings and trees shading a walkway. Title devised by Library staff.


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All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2004.

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