Christchurch Central City

1950-1960s

Christchurch Central City

1950-1960s

Colombo Street looking North, taken from ChristChurch Cathedral.

Creator: D H Towner

Area: Central City / Cathedral Square

Contributor: C Grant

Reference ID: CCL-DW-155021

Uploaded by: CGG

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