fbpx
Connect with us

People

12 Incredible Photos of Pre-Independence vs Present Day Malaysia

Published

12 Incredible Photos Of Pre-Independence Vs Present Day Malaysia - World Of Buzz
Source: North Borneo Historical Society & Sabah Tourism

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.

So, the day of our country’s 61st independence is just around the corner, and we definitely have lots of reasons to celebrate this year.

Apart from celebrating the dawn of a new Malaysia, Merdeka is also the time to celebrate the sacrifices our forefathers made in the fight for independence. Malaysia has a rich history and is constantly evolving for the better. Heck, it’s just a trip looking at ancient photos of what our country used to be like mere decades ago!

So, in homage to our country’s 61st year of independence, we’ve compiled some mind-boggling “then vs now” photos of some of the most famous parts of Malaysia. Have a fun trip down memory lane!

 

1. Seremban Station, Seremban 

THEN:

NOW:

 

2. Menara OCBC Medan Pasar, KL

THEN:

NOW:

 

3. Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, KL

THEN:

12 Incredible Photos Of Pre-Independence Vs Present Day Malaysia - World Of Buzz 1

Source: pinterest

NOW:

12 Incredible Photos Of Pre-Independence Vs Present Day Malaysia - World Of Buzz 2

Source: pinterest

 

4. Chinatown, Kuching 

THEN:

NOW:

 

5. Penang Road 

THEN:

Vintage Photos Of Pre-Independence Malaysia - World Of Buzz 2

Source: anil netto

NOW:

Vintage Photos Of Pre-Independence Malaysia - World Of Buzz 3

Source: hotels. Com

 

6. Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Johor Bahru 

THEN:

Vintage Photos Of Pre-Independence Malaysia - World Of Buzz 7

Jb fish market (left) connected to jalan long ah fook (right) | source: peggy loh

NOW:

 

7. Pejabat Pos Besar, Alor Setar 

THEN:

NOW:

Vintage Photos Of Pre-Independence Malaysia - World Of Buzz 8

Source: tripmondo

 

8. Hugh Low Street, Ipoh 

THEN:

Vintage Photos Of Pre-Independence Malaysia - World Of Buzz 11

Source: wikipedia

NOW:

Vintage Photos Of Pre-Independence Malaysia - World Of Buzz 10

Source: ipoh talk

 

9. Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

THEN:

NOW:

 

10. Klang & Gombak River

THEN:

NOW:

 

11. Jonker Street, Melaka

THEN:

NOW:

 

12. Kampung Cina, Kuala Terengganu 

THEN:

006 Malaya In The Eyes Of Adilnor

Source: Basil Adilnor | Flickr

NOW:

What a trip, huh?

This Merdeka, let’s not only celebrate our country’s bright future, but also look back on what it took to get where we are today. After all, a country is nothing without its history!

Selamat Hari Merdeka!

 

Also read: Malaysians Are Petitioning to Include This Woman in Our History Syllabus, Here’s Why

X Incredible Before And After Photos Of Pre-Independence Malaysia Vs Today - World Of Buzz 1

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.



Just In

Collage 89 Collage 89
News10 hours ago

Johor Government May Implement a 4.5-Day Workweek in the Near Future

A 4-day workweek sounds ideal, but a 4-and-a-half day workweek doesn’t sound bad either. Johoreans may be in luck next...

My Post 1 2024 11 21T160023.537 My Post 1 2024 11 21T160023.537
News11 hours ago

“UPSR get D, SPM can get A” – PMX Responds to BERSIH Giving Him a Grade D in ‘Report Card’

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has opened up about BERSIH’s ‘report card‘ on his administration’s performance in conjunction with...

My Post 1 2024 11 21T114442.032 1 My Post 1 2024 11 21T114442.032 1
News16 hours ago

PDRM is Offering 60% Off Selected Traffic Summons at Govt’s 2nd Anniversary Event This Weekend!

In conjunction with the MADANI government’s 2nd anniversary on 24 November (Sunday), the Ministry of Home Affairs of Malaysia (KDN)...

Collage 17 1 Collage 17 1
News1 day ago

MCPF Calls for Vape Ban, Warns Addiction to Substances Can Lead to Unhealthy Behaviours Like Theft

The Malaysian Crime Prevention Foundation (MCPF) is urging for the sale of e-cigarettes or vape devices to be banned or...

Feat Image Lesen Feat Image Lesen
News1 day ago

Anthony Loke: Road Users in M’sia May Have to Pay for Physical Driving License Cards Starting Next Year

Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook today iterated that the Government will continue with the implementation of digital driving licenses...

Collage 15 2 Collage 15 2
News1 day ago

Filipino Couple Caught Living & Working Illegally in Malaysia Using Fake MyKads That Cost RM250 Each

A Filipino husband and wife were arrested during a raid on November 19 at a house in Pandan Indah yesterday...

Feat Image Apple Ind Feat Image Apple Ind
News1 day ago

Apple Offers to Increase Investment in Indonesia Tenfold to RM446 Million to Lift Country’s iPhone 16 Series Ban

Previously, we shared how the Apple iPhone 16 Series is banned from being sold in Indonesia until the tech giant...

My Post 1 2024 11 20T144359.263 My Post 1 2024 11 20T144359.263
News2 days ago

BERSIH Names Ismail Sabri the Best PM Since 2009, Calls Out PMX for Lack of Urgency with Reforms

In conjunction with the upcoming 2nd anniversary (24 November) of Anwar Ibrahim’s administration, The Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections,...

Announcement

Latest Videos



TRENDING TODAY