PLACES OF INTEREST
Nature and Adventure |
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 Johor Bahru Art Gallery
The Johor Art Gallery was built in 1910 and houses all discovered
and historical items such as documents and cultural artifacts
traditionally used by Malays, particularly from the State of Johor.
Among the exhibits are clothings, weapons, currency, manuscripts
and examples of calligraphy, ceramic objects and fine art.
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Johor Lama
today, Johor Lama (old Johor) is a quiet village 19 kilometres from
Kota Tinggi on the banks of the Johor river. However, after the
fall of mallaca it became the royal capital of the sultans of Johor
until the final destruction of the town fort by the portuguese in
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 Kampung
View
A village within the city that gives a glimpse of Traditional Malay
Costumes & Culture. Daily presentations that introduce the
traditional Malay way of life. Also watch how rubber is tapped a
true cultural experience.
6-B, Jalan Inche Besar Zubaidah,
80100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Tel & Fax : 07-222 7037 |
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 Mawar
Mawar should be on the visitors must visit list and any visitors to
Johor who misses out on a visit to Mawar is poorer for the
experience. The Mawar building's architectural design is
traditional, and though its many amenities are modern it,
neverthless, stands as a cultural monument. Many functions graced
by the state's diginitaries have been held in the dewan kaziman and
dewan hayati. Occasions such as dances are performed and
traditional musical instruments are brought into play.the visitors
to Johor can spend a very rewarding day here-have a traditional
meal at the Mawaria restaurant look through karyaneka's souvenir
shops, observe how batik printing is done or just enjoy a cup od
tea at the tebrau tea terrace. Mawar stands for grace, culture and
charity-spend a day with Mawar for culturally rewarding experience
and contribute to a More graceful and charitable way of life, for
yourself and for others. |
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 Secretariat Building (Sultan
Ibrahim Building)
The building which was built in 1940 is located on a hill called
Bukit Timbalan. Despite the appearance of highrise buildings in
recent years, the square tower of the massive building still
dominates the Johor Bahru skyline. It houses the state secreatariat
as well as the other offices of the state government. Visitors may
find the grand hall of particular Interest. |
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 Sultan Abu Bakar
Monument
This monument, created in the seafront opposite the courthouse
commemorates Sultan Abu Bakar (1864-1895), as the architect of
modern Johor. A bronze replica of the Johor crown surmounts the
monument.
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