Galeria Perdana
Galeria Perdana
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travelandkhana
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia97 contributions
Jan 2021
Tickets are RM5 for MyKad holders and senior tickets are available at RM3. The gallery has different gifts given to Tun Dr. Mahathir during his tenure from various nations. Its a good walk down memory lane for those that grew up during his time in power. Its great to see memorabilia from South American countries, Asean countries and also beautiful paintings. I would say the Horse Cart from Pakistan, the Prince Charming from Venezuela and Quran Box made of Pearls from Yasser Arafat stood out the most to me. It reminded me of Malaysia in her glory days when we were known as the SEA Tiger. When we there, the air-cond wasn't working so it was hot. The light were also not fully turned on making it difficult to read the writings. The staff at the counter was rude and had a sour-face while we were purchasing our tickets. The security guard was helpful, she guided us on how to view the gallery in flow. Overall, its a good place to escape the heat and shouldn't take more than 1 hour to visit.
Written January 12, 2021
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AhMeng78
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia601 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
This place tickets cost RM 5 for adult and RM 2 for child (mykad holder). You may spend half day here if you are a fan of Tun Mahathir. Nothing much here, only lots of souvenir given by other country to Tun Mahathir for past 30 years. In overall you can still pay a visit here if you have got nothing much to do in Langkawi island.
Written January 1, 2020
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Tracey S
Newmarket, UK70 contributions
Mar 2020
Cheap to get in. Interesting to see all the gifts lots of glass, silver etc and a Sauber formula one car. Disappointing that exhibit cases are dusty, silver etc needs cleaning, insects had attacked some of the “soft” exhibits such a shame. The gifts are very expensive.ive I would imagine and they need to be preserved properly.
Written March 11, 2020
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youwahlai@SEU338E
Kluang, Malaysia86 contributions
Jun 2020
One of the worth visiting attractions in Langkawi. You can see many interesting items such as copper pieces, crystal, porcelain, as well as weapons, musical instruments, Islamic art and paintings are displayed at this place. Quite a nice place for those who are visiting here for the first time.
Written May 6, 2021
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Syaheed
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia22 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
A very nice collection of gift that were presented to our beloved ex Prime Minister Tun Mahathir Mohamed while he's in the office. But by the time of my visit, the aircond is not functioning at some area thus making the visit is kinda hot. A very nice place to visit.
Written May 19, 2017
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fiz S
77 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
We were on the way to Tanjung Rhu which lies at the north of Langkawi and en route we drop by to the Galeria Perdana.
From Kuah it will probably take you about 20 minutes to reach there, renting a car is very cheap during off season about RM50 in Langkawi (MAKE SURE YOU BARGAIN).
The entrance fee will cost RM 5 (Only about 1 Euro). And the Galeria Perdana is divided into three sections A,B,C with a spiral paths that will lead you up to each of those sections upper floor. I was quite amazed with the size of the gallery and the intricate design of the ceilings. Overall, if you merely, walking around and taking odd pictures here there a bit of selfie and We-fie; the whole trip will take you up to 20-30 minutes.
What is the Galeria all about?
Tun Dr. Mahathir. A true leader with great vision. People will have different interpretation of the Museum, In my humble opinion, the gifts are for all Malaysian and He wanted to share it with all us. For that reason, the entrance fee is bloody cheap and affordable to anyone. The gifts ranged from sculptures, vases, traditional artwork, cars etc from various countries all around the world (China, Africa, India, Arab Countries, Indonesia, etc). During his life time as the Prime Minister he had received those vast amount of gifts, if he had held the officer any longer; possibly they need a bigger Gallery.
Of course you cannot compare it to the Louvre Museum and please do not expect any Van Gogh Starry Night Painting. It is truly a reflection of years of hardworking, wisdom, humility and honesty as a leader.
Why four stars? Would be great if there was a section detailing about his life story and certain parts of gallery I felt was rather unkempt.
A must for all "True Malaysians". Non-Malaysian; come on its only 1 Euro and 20 minutes ride to get there, what do you have got to loose?
My favourite painting of him looking out of the window.
Thank You Tun For Everything
From Kuah it will probably take you about 20 minutes to reach there, renting a car is very cheap during off season about RM50 in Langkawi (MAKE SURE YOU BARGAIN).
The entrance fee will cost RM 5 (Only about 1 Euro). And the Galeria Perdana is divided into three sections A,B,C with a spiral paths that will lead you up to each of those sections upper floor. I was quite amazed with the size of the gallery and the intricate design of the ceilings. Overall, if you merely, walking around and taking odd pictures here there a bit of selfie and We-fie; the whole trip will take you up to 20-30 minutes.
What is the Galeria all about?
Tun Dr. Mahathir. A true leader with great vision. People will have different interpretation of the Museum, In my humble opinion, the gifts are for all Malaysian and He wanted to share it with all us. For that reason, the entrance fee is bloody cheap and affordable to anyone. The gifts ranged from sculptures, vases, traditional artwork, cars etc from various countries all around the world (China, Africa, India, Arab Countries, Indonesia, etc). During his life time as the Prime Minister he had received those vast amount of gifts, if he had held the officer any longer; possibly they need a bigger Gallery.
Of course you cannot compare it to the Louvre Museum and please do not expect any Van Gogh Starry Night Painting. It is truly a reflection of years of hardworking, wisdom, humility and honesty as a leader.
Why four stars? Would be great if there was a section detailing about his life story and certain parts of gallery I felt was rather unkempt.
A must for all "True Malaysians". Non-Malaysian; come on its only 1 Euro and 20 minutes ride to get there, what do you have got to loose?
My favourite painting of him looking out of the window.
Thank You Tun For Everything
Written January 24, 2017
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Stanleymak7777
Singapore, Singapore95 contributions
Nov 2019
Very few tourists visiting Langkawi know about this place. You need to take a taxi or charter a car to come to this hidden diamond of Langkawi.
All the beautiful collections of Dr. Mahatir, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, are on display in the 3 excellent display halls. The architecture of these 3 halls is very distinctive.
All the beautiful collections of Dr. Mahatir, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, are on display in the 3 excellent display halls. The architecture of these 3 halls is very distinctive.
Written December 20, 2019
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Globetrotters1117
Dhaka City, Bangladesh34 contributions
Dec 2015 • Couples
This one museum will give you a vast idea about the past and present about the beautiful Malaysia. The country has received so much recognition from all around the world which you would be able to find out by the amount of precious gifts it received.
The transformation of developments in different sectors like machines , vehicles, transportation etc are beautifully projected by real cars and expensive set up.
If you want to utilize your time in the day time to avoid the scorching heat outside, this place could be considered alongside visiting Air Hangat.
The transformation of developments in different sectors like machines , vehicles, transportation etc are beautifully projected by real cars and expensive set up.
If you want to utilize your time in the day time to avoid the scorching heat outside, this place could be considered alongside visiting Air Hangat.
Written March 3, 2016
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Intan R
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia56 contributions
Nov 2014 • Family
I wish that this gallery could have more interactive videos or clips of Tun Mahathir's interviews, experience and stories. Right now its just witnessing gifts he collected and..basically thats it.
Written November 11, 2014
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singlish_sg
Singapore, Singapore415 contributions
Feb 2013 • Solo
to be honest, i was impressed!!!
from the outside, this place looks ordinary but once you are inside, & you see how many floors there are...you'll be amazed at the collection of items they have on display!
from the outside, this place looks ordinary but once you are inside, & you see how many floors there are...you'll be amazed at the collection of items they have on display!
Written January 17, 2014
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