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ArchitectureJamae Masjid
The entrance gate of the Masjid has two artificial towers on both sides. This kind of tower consists of multi-tiered square towers similar to that of Nagore Dargah, which is the graveyard of Sufi , an important saint in Tamil state, southern India. This kind of tower also appears at the replica of Nagore Dargah in Singapore and Pe-Nang as well.
ArchitectureNagore Dargah
Nagore Dargah is a replicated graveyard, not a Masjid, therefore; the plan is a graveyard not the prayroom. At the corners, there are multi-tiered towers. These towers are the replicas of Nagore Dargah in Tamilnatu state in the southern India. Later, these towers have become the models for many towers in Malaysia and Singapore.
ArchitectureOld Supreme Court Building
The old supreme court was built in Palladian plan, which is similar to other govermental buildings in Singapore. It is in an E shape plan with a porch at the front and two wings om the sides. In the middle, there is a triangle pediment of Greek-Roman style. It is supported by a number Corinthian columns. At the top, there is a dome with windows and niches at the core. On top of the dome, there is a lantern tower. These architectural characteristics are of classical styles, which are popular among government buildings of British colonies including India, Malaysia and Singapore.
ArchitectureFront Portico : Old Supreme Court Building
The old supreme court was built in Palladian plan, which is similar to other govermental buildings in Singapore. It is in an E shape plan with a porch at the front and two wings om the sides. In the middle, there is a triangle pediment of Greek-Roman style. It is supported by a number Corinthian columns. At the top, there is a dome with windows and niches at the core. On top of the dome, there is a lantern tower. These architectural characteristics are of classical styles, which are popular among government buildings of British colonies including India, Malaysia and Singapore.
ArchitectureInterior : Saint Andrew Cathedral
Saint Andrew Cathedral is the largest cathedral and the most elegant in Singapore. It consists of arched windows of Gothic style. The atmosphere inside is affected by the mosaic, creating a holy atmosphere in Gothic style. There is an apse at the back, which is decorated with three long mirrors called “Three Sisters”. This is very common in Gothic art of Bristish and French styles.
ArchitectureInterior : Saint Andrew Cathedral
Saint Andrew Cathedral is the largest cathedral and the most elegant in Singapore. It consists of arched windows of Gothic style. The atmosphere inside is affected by the mosaic, creating a holy atmosphere in Gothic style. At the front, there is a large organ according to the Gothic cathedral structure.
ArchitectureChijmes
Chiimes was built under Gothic art or the architecture that tried to restore Gothic art, which can be commonly found in colonial countries. In Singapore, the same architectural style is found at Saint Andrew cathedral as well. The cathedral consists of a tower with a funnel-shaped roof at the front. At the back, there is a cathedral building in the rectangular plan. Each window is divided into two smaller windows. These windows are stretched and decorated with mosaic. All of these show a clear Gothic influence.
ArchitectureSaint Joseph Institution
It is one of the most beautiful palladian buildings in Singapore. It consists of the middle porch, which has an arched pediment and the dome. The wings are arched and columns. The archs at the top is divided into two parts, making it look pretty much like Gothic art. However, the overall component of the building is still very much of classical art.
