British Empire Article


Astana


Astana was the name of the governor's residence in Kuching, Sarawak. The author mentions the use of Sampans to get to and from the residence with the governor having his own on standby. The second picture shows the swimming pool, tennis court and outside bar in the 1930s.

Image Courtesy of The National Archives


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