Istana Iskandariah, Kuala Kangsar

Istana Iskandariah, Kuala Kangsar (16 September, 2005)


The Istana Iskandariah (GPS: 4.76211, 100.95454) is located at Bukit Chandran, Kuala Kangsar, within a short drive from Istana Ulu, Istana Kenangan and the Ubudiah Mosque. It is the official residence of the Sultan of Perak.

I photographed Istana Iskandariah from the road that makes a loop around it, using a telephoto lens. The Moorish style Istana Iskandariah was built in 1926 after the Big Flood of the same year almost swept away the original palace, Istana Sri Sayong, which was located at the riverbank. Its style is reminiscent of palaces in north India. In 1984, the palace was extended with an annex to house the Banquet Hall (Dewan Santapan and Ceremonial Function Hall (Balai Rong Seri). A driveway encircles the palace, offering views of it from three sides.

Istana Iskandariah, Kuala Kangsar (16 September, 2005)

Istana Iskandariah is on the Map of Kuala Kangsar

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