Guards in traditional attire as tourist draw in old Istana

Dress to impress: Dr Rais greeting the guards in their traditional uniform at the main gate of the old Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur. With him is Kamaruddin. — Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: From Jan 1, two guards in Malay traditional attire will be stationed at the main gateway of the old Istana Negara here to revive the tradition of the Malay Sultanate of old.

Information, Communications and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Dr Rais Yatim said yesterday that this practice would help retain the old palace as a must-visit destination.