Sultan Mosque, 1960s : general view [1]



Photograph

01 Jan 1960

Photographed By Cheah, Seng Kee

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This 1960s photograph shows Sultan Mosque, which is also known as Masjid Sultan, located at 3 Muscat Street. The mosque was first built between 1824 and 1826, and was replaced by the current building between 1924 and 1928. It was designated a national monument in 1975. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.


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All rights reserved. Lee Kip Lin and National Library Board, Singapore 2009.

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