94-year-old Beserah resthouse to be demolished, Icomos Malaysia wants it preserved


The 94-year-old Beserah resthouse in Pahang, which has significant social, historical and architectural values, has been earmarked for demolition. Photo: Filepic

It has been patronised by famous individuals including Royal Prof Ungku Abdul Aziz Ungku Abdul Hamid and Sir Hugh Clifford, the former British Resident of Pahang.

The Beserah resthouse, located north of Kuantan, Pahang, undoubtedly forms an important part of the history of the fishing village it is built in.

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