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The idea
for Galeria Perdana was mooted by
Tun Dr Mahathir bin Mohamad when he
helmed the country as the Prime
Minister.This unique gallery was
built to display and share with
everyone the various awards,
souvenirs and gifts the Prime
Minister and his wife received from
world leaders, statesmen as well as
Malaysians during his tenure. His
rationale for doing so was to
reflect the reality that whatever he
received while in office was on
behalf of all Malaysians. As such,
he believed that that it was only
appropriate for the country to have
access to the collection.
Adopting an oriental architectural
design, the building displays the
various exhibits in an ambiance of
harmony and creative interaction.
One section is devoted to gifts made
of wood, leather, crystal and
lacquer, as well as musical
instruments and stone objects.
Another section comprises textiles,
games, weaponry, ceramics, plaques
and Islamic art.There are also gifts
of silver, copper, brass and pewter.
There is even an array of
automobiles. Some of the exhibits
are special awards received by the
Prime Minister and his wife.Take
time to wander around the Galeria
and read the description accompanying
each exhibit.The extensive grounds
around the building are also very
interesting as they are specially
landscaped and planted with local
trees, shrubs and herbs.
Opening Hours:
8.30
am to 5.30 pm & 8.30 am to 6.00 pm
(School / public holidays).
Tickets :
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Adults : |
RM5.00 |
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Adults
(foreign): |
RM10.00 |
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Children
under 12 years (foreign): |
RM4.00 |
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Children
under 12 years : |
RM2.00 |
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Primary
school children (uniform): |
RM1.00 |
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Secondary school (uniform)
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RM2.00 |
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Students
- Malaysia institute of higher
learning with valid ID card : |
RM3.00 |
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Camera : |
RM2.00 |
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Video
Camera : |
RM5.00 |
Senior
citizens with
valid ID card: |
RM3.00
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Address:
Galeria Perdana,
Kilim, Mukim Air Hangat,
07000 Langkawi,
Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia.
Tel: (+604) 959 1498
Fax: (+604) 959 1819 |
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