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Kelantan, which translates as the
"Land of Lightning" is a veritable treasure throve of
delights - rustic fishing villages, verdant padi fields and
languid, palm-fringed beaches.
Tucked away in the north-eastern corner of Peninsular Malaysia, the people of Kelantan have managed to keep alive age-old customs and traditions, thus earning the state a reputation as the Cradle of Malay Culture.
Introducing Kelantan, which translates as the "Land of Lightning" is a veritable treasure throve of delights - rustic fishing villages, verdant padi fields and languid, palm-fringed beaches. Tucked away in the north-eastern corner of Peninsular Malaysia, the people of Kelantan have managed to keep alive age-old customs and traditions, thus earning the state a reputation as the Cradle of Malay Culture. Here, colourful kites soar upwards defying gravity and giant drums reverberate. Shadow puppets mesmerise audiences and giant tops provide hours of endless fun.
Coast of Kelantan is the northernmost
state on the East Peninsular Malaysia. It has an area of 14,931
square kilometres. Rustic settings of picturesque vampings
(villages) amidst padi-fields give insights into a way of life
that has endured the passing of time. Kelantan's history dates to
between 8000-3000 B.C. Chinese historical documents chronicle the
existence of a government which had links with China, when
Kelantan was referred to as 'Ho-lo-tan'.
Kelantan has a population of about 1.4 million ; 95% is Malay with Chinese, Indians and Orang Asli making up the rest. Kelantanese are renowned for their warmth and friendliness. Kelantan Darul Naim is a world of gracious beauty, retaining an old-world charm that few can resist. Come, let her natural attributes work their magic on you!
In Kota BharuCultural Centre
Here, visitors to Kota Bharu, the capital of Kelantan, can view
the traditional arts of Kelantan, including kiteflying, rebana
(giant drums), silat (martial arts), giant top spinning, wayang
kulit (shadow play).
Located in Jalan Mahmood near Perdana Hotel, the Cultural Centre
is open from February to October except during the fasting month.
Gunung Stong
Kelantan's highest mountain at 1,422 metres. Located here is Gua
Ikan (Fish Cave). Its name is derived from a lone rock that looks
like a fish. To cave explorers on an expedition, part of the lure
is trying to find a pot of gold believed to have been hidden
during the Japanese Occupation.
Wat Photivihan Jambu
The shrine of the largest reclining Buddha in South-East Asia is
situated in the village of Kg Jambu, 12 km north of Kota Bharu.
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