This structure of the Bugis people's perahu penisi reflects Sungai Segget having been a hub for trade activities in 1890 where over 21,500 tonnes of gambier and 9,200 tonnes of black pepper were exported. - THOMAS YONG/The Star
AFTER close to a decade of rehabilitation and upgrading, Sungai Segget finally has a new look as a prominent icon in Johor Baru city centre.
The Sungai Segget Rejuvenation Programme was an initiative by the Iskandar Regional Development Authority (Irda) and stakeholders to improve the image and identity of downtown Johor Baru.
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