Square Tower, Colonial defensive building at Waterfront, Kuching, Malaysia.
The Square Tower features strong walls, a cube-like structure, and stands near the Sarawak River as part of the city's architectural heritage.
Completed in 1879 under Charles Brooke's direction, the Square Tower initially operated as a prison with dungeons before becoming a fortress and dance hall.
The structure displays the Sarawak Brooke-era coat-of-arms and represents the architectural fusion of British colonial design with regional Malaysian elements.
The Square Tower houses a multimedia information center with a theater presenting educational videos about the structure's evolution through different time periods.
The building transformed from a defensive fortress into an entertainment venue, maintaining its original external appearance while adapting to modern cultural needs.
Location: Kuching
Inception: 1879
GPS coordinates: 4.59683,101.07611
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:27
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