Carcosa
Every Malaysian should be concerned about the future of our heritage buildings, especially the ones that witnessed pivotal historical moments in our country’s formation.
TWO years ago I had the pleasure of witnessing the launch of the Jalan Merdeka Exhibition at Carcosa and Seri Negara. Together with a team of curators and researchers, we had unearthed many fascinating facts about the history of the two buildings that were directly relevant to Malaya’s experience of colonialism and the journey towards independence.
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Carcosa
Outside Carcosa, the colonial houses also have overgrown plants on their roofs while vines cover the walls. (Inset) Khalid expressed disappointment over the neglected state of the heritage mansions.
A sign pasted on the guardhouse of Carcosa Seri Negara main entrance indicating the buildings have reverted back to the government.
Carcosa with its pink roof looks grand from above surrounded by lush greenery. To the far left is the Seri Negara building.
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