U Tin
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Sithu U Tin (1890–1972) was a prominent Burmese architect and engineer, best known for designing the Yangon City Hall, the Yangon Central Railway Station and Basic Education High School No. 2 Dagon (formerly Myoma High School).[1] He was known for his syncretic architectural style, by fusing indigenous elements, such as tiered roofs called pyatthat with Western designs.[1]
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Sithu U Tin | |
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စည်သူ ဦးတင် | |
Born | 1890 |
Died | 1972(1972-00-00) (aged 81–82) |
Nationality | Burmese |
Occupation | Architect |
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