Shenton Way and Robinson Road : aerial view [1]
Photograph
01 Jan 1950
Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988
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This photograph captures an aerial view of Shenton Way and Robinson Road at Singapore's central business district (CBD). Among the financial and office buildings are Hong Leong Building, UIC Building, DBS Tower and Central Provident Fund (CPF) Building. Date of creation estimated. 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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