November 20, 2011

ISTANA NEGARA - KUALA LUMPUR

The Istana Negara (Malay for National Palace) was the official residence of the King of Malaysia

According to history, the palace was originally a double storey mansion which called The Big House by a local Chinese millionaire , it was built in 1928.

Malaysian coat of arms as part of the Royal Insignia on the fence of the palacae. 
At the main entrance are two guard posts for the two cavalry men in their full dress. I was fortunate to watch their changing of guards ceremony..(sorry can't upload the video :( ..  

Palace's drive way
The palace is not open to public but there's an area outside where tourist can have photo ops .



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