Nail‑free for nearly a century, Durah’s heritage home showcases the enduring craft of Malay architecture in Seri Menanti
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KUALA PILAH, July 26 — Amid the timeless beauty of the traditional village of Seri Menanti, which continues to preserve the heritage of Adat Perpatih, stands a nearly century-old...
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Nestled among modern homes, the house, built around 1927, has retained its original appearance, bearing witness to the journey from the era of kerosene lamps and red dirt roads to today’s fast-changing world.
Even more remarkably, the house, which stands on 12 pillars, was built without the use of a single iron nail.
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- Jul 25, 2026
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