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“Astana” VirtualTourist.com
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 19 attractions in Kuching
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Attraction type: Government building
Address: Kuching
Malaysia

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“A sign of love”
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4 of 5 stars
WLS79   46 contributions
Malaysia
Dec 13, 2009

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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Kuching, Malaysia