Bumboats, traditionally used to transport goods, now ferry tourists along the Singapore River for sightseeing, berthed along Clarke Quay

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In Singapore, bumboats are also called twakow or tongkang, were once used extensively for transport purposes along the Singapore River and other rivers, as well as along the coast of the mainland & other nearby islands. Clarke Quay is a conserved historical landmark located along the Singapore River at the fringe of the Central Business District, comprising blocks of restored warehouses and shophouses, which house various restaurants & nightclubs.

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Size: 6048px × 4024px
Location: Singapore
Photo credit: © positivesoundvision / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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