Okay, so we were just getting warmed up. In his diary, Ah Gong mentioned spotting a hut where he would seek shelter if it rained. This must be it!
This terrace is said to be the burial ground of the last king, Sri Sultan Iskandar Syah. However, doubts remain as some records show that Sri Sultan Iskandar Syah had actually died in Melaka.
Each pillar and structure of the keramat has intricate designs on them. We were all awed by the beautiful antique designs...
This terrace is said to be the burial ground of the last king, Sri Sultan Iskandar Syah. However, doubts remain as some records show that Sri Sultan Iskandar Syah had actually died in Melaka.
Each pillar and structure of the keramat has intricate designs on them. We were all awed by the beautiful antique designs...
The roof of the keramat, which is also known as pendopo - a 14th century-styled Malay roof.
The detailed carvings of fighting cocks motifs on the twenty wooden pillars are of Javanese origins.
Resources:
www.nparks.gov.sg/cms/docs/diy_guide/ancient_history_v2.pdf
http://heritagetrails.sg/content/511/Keramat_Iskandar_Shah.html
www.nparks.gov.sg/cms/docs/diy_guide/ancient_history_v2.pdf
http://heritagetrails.sg/content/511/Keramat_Iskandar_Shah.html
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