Been There – Johor

It seems that the design of the Been There Johor mug is almost identical to the ornament that I reviewed earlier. Most of the symbols and landmarks can be seen in both designs, but they are arranged in a slightly different way.

Johor state’s history stretches back to the powerful Johor Sultanate, founded in 1528 following Malacca’s collapse. Under Sultan Abu Bakar’s visionary leadership in the late 1800s, the state modernized its government and infrastructure while preserving royal authority. Positioned strategically along vital shipping lanes and adjacent to Singapore, Johor has become Malaysia’s manufacturing giant and farming center without abandoning its royal traditions and multicultural identity.… Read more

Been There Ornament – Johor

Another package from Malaysia arrived! Inside, there is a brand new Been There Ornament Johor.

Johor state’s history as the southernmost state of Peninsular Malaysia dates back centuries to the Johor Sultanate, established in 1528 after the fall of Malacca. The modern state took shape under Sultan Abu Bakar in the late 19th century, who modernized administration and infrastructure while maintaining the sultanate’s sovereignty. Strategically positioned at the crossroads of major shipping routes and sharing a border with Singapore, Johor has evolved into Malaysia’s industrial powerhouse and agricultural heartland while preserving its rich royal heritage and cultural traditions.… Read more