Istana Mangga Tunggal


This historic wood and stone palace dates to 1920 and is painted blue.


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The focus of Pekan’s palm-lined royal quarter is the Regent of Pahang’s palace.

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The grandiose and imposing sultan’s palace is set on vast grounds of cow grass.

3. Pekan Lama

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Behind Sultan Abdullah Mosque stands this old tower fashioned from wood and stone.

4. Abu Bakar Mosque

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Abu Bakar Mosque is crowned with gold domes. Non-Muslims are not allowed to enter.

5. Sultan Abdullah Mosque Museum

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6. Museum Sultan Abu Bakar

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7. Royal Pahang Polo Club

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8. Galeri Pengangkutan Air

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This place just over the bridge displays traditional Malaysian watercraft – look out for the fabulously carved craft with the head of a mythical beast.