We Crossed the Palace Square to the Main Display Rooms
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Amazing ceiling in an open room with showcases.
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Sultan Bill Hillman!
Bill wanting to sit in the sultan's throne,
much like the one we have in our house.
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One of the dueling Canons in action

These may be portraits of the sultan when he was younger and older.
His ears are intriguing.
Looking closer, we see that they may be "caps" put on the top of the ears?
Possibly to indicate that he "hears" his people.
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*** Traditional clothing for women.
*** Sultan's wife.
*** Traditional outfit - possibly worn by the sultan?

There were many rooms on the palace grounds.
Beautiful porcelain is on display.
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Puppets appear to be a favourite form of story-telling across most of Asia.

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Many Rooms and Terraces to Explore
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Entrance to prayer room.
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On our way out we passed by the  inner courtyards and private residence.

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Part of the
Hillman Travel Adventures
Bill and Sue-On Hillman