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Sejarah
History and Stories of Bota Kiri and Bota Kanan
Bota was originally known by another name, Berahman Indera, and served as the administrative center for Sultan Alauddin Mughayat Shah, the 12th Sultan of Perak. Bota also holds fascinating folklore worth sharing.
Tokoh
Getting to Know Dato Panglima Teja in Perak History
In the old days at Kuala Teja near Kota Baharu in Gopeng, there lived a dignitary titled Dato Panglima Teja. This implies that every district or territory within the land of Perak surely had its own dignitaries that we have not known about until now.
Food
The Best-Selling Bazar Bulat Chicken Rice in Ipoh Since 1980
The signature dish at Restoran Fuziah is undoubtedly their chicken rice, which has long been a favorite among chicken rice enthusiasts in and around Ipoh, Perak.
Sejarah
The Discovery of the Avalokitesvara Statue Proves the Existence of the Gangga Negara Malay Kingdom
The 63 kg, 93 cm tall bronze statue is an Avalokitesvara, a Bodhisattva in Buddhist belief. It was discovered in 1936 in Bidor, a small town in the state of Perak, Malaysia, at a tin mine owned by Anglo Oriental, the largest British-owned tin company during the British Malaya era.
Sejarah
The Story of Si Tora from Kuala Kangsar, Perak
One of the 12 founders of the Special Service Regiment (RGK), now known as the Gerup Gerak Khas (GGK), was a military veteran known for being extremely serious in his profession.
Food
Three Types of Sambal Belacan Loved by the People of Perak
Everyone knows what sambal belacan is. It is a side dish typically eaten with fish or fresh herbs (ulam). What exactly is it that has kept sambal belacan fans captivated for centuries?
Sejarah
The Abandoned Raja Muda Palace in Teluk Intan
A palace that was once the grand official residence of the Raja Muda of Perak and a significant part of the Sultanate's heritage.
Lifestyle
Perak Possesses the Most Beautiful Tengkolok Heritage
As we all know, the Malay Peninsula is famous for the tengkolok, a traditional male headgear that embodies philosophy and serves as a symbol of social status in Malay society. This is also true in Perak, where the Perak tengkolok is considered one of the most beautiful heritage headgear styles.
Tokoh
Perak Princess, The Richest Malay Woman in Malaysia
Raja Eleena was once named the 25th richest individual in Malaysia in 2007.
Lifestyle
Perak-Born Couple Hosts Malacca Sultanate-Themed Wedding
It was a different story for a couple from Bagan Datuk, Perak, who concluded their journey to the wedding dais with a unique theme on September 24, 2016. Their wedding reception was themed after the Malacca Sultanate era. Admittedly, it is rare for us at orangperak.com to hear of a wedding reception that highlights traditions and culture with a Malacca Sultanate theme.
Sejarah
The History of Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun
It is a nostalgic place for most Perakians, many of whom were born here. Whenever passing by this road, the thought crosses the mind: this is my birthplace. The history of Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun began in 1891 as a District Hospital known as Ipoh Hospital, with a capacity of only 50 beds.
Tokoh
The Perak-Born Founder of Sahibba and Saidina
Ting Sie Bing, the Perak-born founder of Sahibba and Saidina, has successfully popularized educational games across several generations.