Well, well...after Rumah Betang and Tugu Kathulistiwa, I still have one more place you should not miss while visiting Pontianak.
Kadriyah Palace....or Keraton Kadriah.
Or some might say, Kadariyah Palace, once belonged to the Pontianak Sultanate.
I can imagine this royal palace during its hayday.
Crowds gathered in festive modes and full of joy...cheering the new-born heir of the Sultanate, celebrating love and marriage, or even saddening event of the loss of lives of the loved ones...
Grandeur 'panggung' architecture, dominated with bright yellow malay-arabic inspired decorations..
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Unfortunately, they are in poor condition...
In front we also have some ladies and kids asking around for petty money, sometimes half shouting using their traditional dialects..
I sincerely hope this historical place will be maintained in a far better way...
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| The Thrones... |
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| I found it in the back of the Palace... |
Nevertheless, for those who like to see the historical past of Pontianak, this palace can be a good start.
Have a great time in Pontianak.
