
Over last couple of years, I have written about various cultural activities in Johor Bahru, and tried to provide information on the history of this city. So, here I will provide links to these blogs for easier access.
The feature length documentary film called The Hidden History of Johor Lama describes the history of the Johor Sultans up to Sultan Abu Bakar and the growth of Johor Bahru. Below is a trailer and links to download the 85 minute film from Vimeo.
In 2018, my husband and I made a 25 minute documentary about The Hidden History of Johor Bahru, filming in both Johor Bahru and Singapore. Here is a short trailer to tempt you, and for US$2 you can watch the whole thing! Or, if you want to watch a lower quality video for free, then you can watch this on YouTube. Just search for The Hidden History of Johor Bahru.
Purchase my guidebook Johor Bahru - A Walking History Tour (Sept 2018)
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The City of Johor Bahru
Exploring Johor Bahru Old Town 2015
A Deeper Look into Johor Bahru 2017
The oldest churches in Johor Bahru 2018
The Figure Museum (Dato’ Jaafar’s house) 2018
The History of Johor
The Old Johor Sultanate in Kota Tinggi 2018
The Hidden History of Johor Bahru 2018
Retracing the Old Johor Sultanate 2019
Muar - the Royal Town of Johor 2019
Uncovering the History of Johor 2019
The making of ‘The HIdden History of Johor Lama’, May 2019
It’s a wrap! (The oldest forts along the Johor River, July 2019)
The Historical Relationship between Johor and Singapore
The Malay World in Old Singapore (March 2018)
Exploring Chinatown Singapore 2018
The Chingay Festival
The Chingay Parade - Events Schedule
Chingay Prelude Day Parade 2017
Chingay: the full five days 2018
Chingay Prelude Day Parade 2019
Chinese Affairs
A Glimpse into the Chinese World of Johor Bahru 2017
Preview of 24 Festive Drums 2018
5th International Festival of 24 Festive Drums 2018
Indian Affairs
The Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple 2016
Little India in Johor Bahru 2017
Deepavali celebrations in Johor Bahru 2018
Masjid India during Ramadan 2019
Hari Raya at Masjid India 2019
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