"The idea to build the majestic edifice was mooted by Sultan Ibrahim to symbolise Johor's progress during that time."
Located on a hill called Bukit Timbalan, the building was erected way back in 1940. The idea to build the Saracenic character edifice was mooted by Sultan Ibrahim to symbolise Johor's progress during that time.
Built by local craftsmen under the supervision of a European architect, the building blends the cosmopolitan architecture of Renaissance style with an overlay of Anglo-Malay influence.
Today, the square tower of the massive building still dominates the Johor Bahru skyline. Probably the most interesting looking structure in all of Johor, it houses the State Secretariat as well as the other departments of the State Government.
Last viewed - May 16, 2008
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"I love this building as this is a historycal place!The photo taken is absolutely good!" by Michelle
"the only big scale building in Malaysia that looks like a fortress or castle, wonder it must have attracted thousands of tourist if there is a chance tourist can go up it's higest level as a viewing deck." by konstichoo
"old is something that unique and classic" by zie
"Saya pernah memasuki bangunan ini. Tangganya luas, dindingnya tebal, syilingnya tinggi. Bangunannya sungguh grand. Ia sepatutnya digunakan untuk satu tujuan yang lebih khusus, muzium misalnya. Bangunan ini mempunyai 11 tingkat.Anda perlu kesana untuk menghargainya!! " by Kamal
"more information about state secretariat building" by hashima hiah
"Built by the British. Good stuff eh? They made Malaysia what it is today.
Unfortunately they also seem to have left a welfare system that favours the lazy element in society." by Sultan of Johor
