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Astana

Kuching, Malaysia
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Ranked #16 of 24 attractions in Kuching
3.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Government Buildings
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Timaru
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

Astana is the original residence of the White King (Rajah) & nowadays, it's the official residence of the Governor. For normal citizens like ourselves, we could only admire its compound & seeing the building itself from afar. In America, there's the White House, In London, there's the Buckingham Palace, in France, there's the Versailles & they are actually available for... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 November 2011

its the best hangout place for kuchingites on weekend where everyone gather and some jogging there. i used to hang out here every weekend back on 2005 with my fellow friends from venicx scooter club.

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57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2011

Situated near on the riverside of Sungei Sarawak, its scene is pure and peaceful. A sign of love like Taj Mahal!

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129 helpful votes 129 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2011
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Wonderful Architecture building Astana… located just opposite side of Kuching waterfront. Night view is marvelous. It’s the official house of Sarawak Governor.

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Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2009
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Astana (or Istana in Malay language means palace) was built by Charles Brooke, Sarawak second White Rajah in 1870, as a token of love to his beloved wife, Margerat. It is located at the other side of Sarawak River, can be seen from Riverfront (at Square Tower). The palace now serves as the official residence for Sarawak Head of State.... More

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italy
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2009
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