Sultan of Johor's Birthday Malaysia Holiday 2024
Date | Day | Holiday | State |
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Mar 23, 2025 | Sun | Sultan of Johor's Birthday | Johor |
Mar 23, 2026 | Mon | Sultan of Johor's Birthday | Johor |
The Sultan of Johor's Birthday is a significant state holiday celebrated in the Malaysian state of Johor. The date of this holiday varies each year as it is based on the birthdate of the reigning Sultan of Johor. The Johor state observes 23rd March as a public holiday to celebrate the special occassion.
The current Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar, is the 23rd Sultan of Johor and the 5th modern-era Sultan of Johor. He has been selected by the Council of Rulers as the 17th Yang di-Pertuan Agong, who will assume office on January 31, 2024.
There is a crown shaped landmark in Johor known as the "Crown Istana Bukit Serene." Istana Bukit Serene is the official residence of the Sultan of Johor and is located in the city of Johor Bahru, the capital of Johor state in Malaysia. The term "Istana" means "palace" or "royal residence" in Malay.
Istana Bukit Serene is located in close proximity to the Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, another prominent architectural landmark in Johor Bahru. Both the palace and the mosque are notable landmarks in the city.