Cultural Landscape & Urban Heritage : Summer School 2021
ARCHITECTURAL EXPRESSION AND STYLES
Johor Bahru gained a special identity for being the Royal City of Johor, with that, it is hard to pin point one style of architectural expression for the city , that merge of different influences and inspirations for the buildings give it its unique sense of identity as a meeting point for across the sea empires. From these influences we can mention : Indian, British colonial, Chinese, Malay, Arab and later the modern wave and of course the contemporary buildings.
1. Chinese Influence
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.Tiong Hua Chinese Heritage Museum
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Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple
2. Indian Influence
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Sri Raja Mariamman Temple
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Arulmigu sri rajakaliamman glass temple
4. The Modern Era Influence
3. Colonial Influence
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Istana Bukit Serene
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Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
4. The Modern Era Influence
4. The Modern Era Influence
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Johor Bahru Post Office 1963
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Bank Negara Malaysia Johor Bharu 1959
5. Buildings Now
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Johor Bahru City Council Tower
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Johor Bahu Sentral Railway station