Sungai Buloh Leprosarium

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The Sungai Buloh Leprosarium comprised a self-contained center for treatment with more humane living conditions for the patients. It was built in 1930 and populated by people from different ethnic backgrounds. It was the second biggest leprosarium in the world and it also played a key role in leprosy research.

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Full Name
Sungai Buloh Leprosarium (ID: 6388)
Country
Malaysia
Status
On tentative list 2019 Site history
History of Sungai Buloh Leprosarium
2019: Added to Tentative List
Added to tentative list
Type
Cultural
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UNESCO
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