Taman Merdeka

Johor Bahru, Malaysia

(2 km south of the Larkin Bus Station and 1.5 km east of the Istana Bukit Serene at JL Kolam Ayer). Public park surrounding a large lake with pavilions, an open-air theatre, rock sculptures, an independence monument, 2 bridges, two twin 2-storey white buildings, cannons and a clock tower. Free admission.