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Sejarah
The Sentimental Value of Jambatan Nordin in Parit
Jambatan Nordin holds high sentimental value for local residents because, originally, it was just a steel-framed structure with a wooden floor. At that time, the bridge was also known as the Bailey Bridge.
Fakta
Taiping, the First Age-Friendly City in Southeast Asia
Taiping has once again made history by being selected as the first and only Age-Friendly City in Southeast Asia, following its previous recognition as the third of the world's Top 100 Sustainable Destinations.
Sports
Swimming Across the Dinding Strait Makes History
In conjunction with Malaysia's 62nd Independence Day celebrations, 10 young swimmers, including those with autism and dyslexia, have etched their names into Malaysian history after successfully swimming across the 10-kilometer Dinding Strait.
Sejarah
The History of Lumut
According to local folklore, the name Lumut, originally known as Tanah Merah, was established by Raja Ungku Busu in the 17th century. Pirate attacks on the coastal town forced the prince from Selangor to flee and abandon Tanah Merah.
Sejarah
The History of Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK)
MCKK was established in 1905 by the British upon the recommendation of Richard James Wilkinson, a colonial education officer at the time.
Sejarah
Perak Man and Perak Woman
Perak Man was a man aged between 40 and 45 years old, 157 cm tall, who lived a healthy life, ate fiber-rich food, and walked with a stoop. He had an atrophied left hand and a deformed finger.
Tourism
Gerbang Malam and Ipoh's Pasar Karat (LOKEN)
If you are stopping by Ipoh, your visit won't be complete without checking out these two popular and interesting spots: Gerbang Malam and the Ipoh Pasar Karat, better known as Loken. You can surely imagine what Gerbang Malam and Pasar Karat are, right? Just mention Gerbang Malam, and every Perakian knows it, whether they are from the upper or lower reaches of Perak. The name Gerbang Malam is iconic enough to represent Ipoh.
Sejarah
The History of Parit Town, Perak
The history of Parit town is told from a time long ago, when two travelers from Teluk Intan, Perak, named Alang Sagor and Ngah Ghafar, migrated to Parit via the Perak River around the early 20th century.
Sejarah
The Pangkor Treaty
The Pangkor Treaty was signed on January 20, 1874, and it was an agreement established between the British and the state of Perak.
Tokoh
Dato Maharaja Lela in the History of Perak
Dato Maharaja Lela is a title that is very familiar in the history of Perak; it is not the name of an individual, but a title that signifies their authority.
Sejarah
Tin Mining in Perak
Tin mining in Perak is not a new phenomenon. In fact, it may have been ongoing since before the reign of the 11th Sultan of Perak, dating back to the early 16th century.
Tourism
Kampar River Festival 2019: The First and Largest in Malaysia
The Kampar River Festival is said to be the largest and first tourism festival in Malaysia, which will be held at the Kampar River.