Monday, June 23, 2008

The Grand Palace And Royal Sultan Abu Bakar Museum


The Grand Palace and Royal Sultan Abu Bakar Museum is built by Sultan Abu Bakar.This palace are located in Johor Bahru, Johor and was built in 1866.This palace are very beautiful and unusual so many visitors come to see. Grand Palace's most distinctive feature is its Anglo-Malay architecture. The characterised by its dome of Malay design contrasted with its blue roof of Anglo influence. The North Wing is now the Royal Sultan Abu Bakar Museum.This museum which displays an impressive collection of rare treasures and cultural artefacts collected by the state's Royal Family. Also here is the Throne Room, where all royal ceremonies, investitures, state banquets, and receptions are held. On the outside walls of buildings there are beautiful decorations.The sprawling verdant Palace Gardens even includes a Japanese garden.

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