Chinese paper umbrellas in the Big Dome, Gardens by the Bay Singapore

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Believed to have originated in China 2000 years ago, Chinese umbrellas were first made of silk then paper. Protection from the elements, they were also symbols of power and status. Royal families used red and yellow umbrellas while the common folk used blue.

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Size: 7360px × 4912px
Location: Gardens by the Bay Singapore
Photo credit: © Neil Sutherland / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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