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Sejarah
The Grave of Mat Arshad, Translator for J.W.W. Birch
Mat Arshad was an individual tasked as a translator for J.W.W. Birch and was also a clerk serving the British colonial administration based in Bandar Bharu.
Fakta
Getting to Know the Royal Standards of Perak
Every sovereign ruler of a territory must possess symbols of their power and sovereignty. These are usually expressed through coats of arms and royal standards. The Perak Sultanate, inheriting the sovereignty of the Malacca Sultanate, naturally has its own distinct coat of arms and royal standards. This time, orangperak.com invites readers to better understand the meaning behind the coats of arms and royal standards that symbolize the sovereignty of the State of Perak.
Sejarah
Victoria Bridge in Kuala Kangsar is Over 117 Years Old
This bridge was built in 1897 and inaugurated by the then Sultan of Perak, Sultan Idris Murshidul Azam Shah, on March 21, 1900. Counting from its inauguration date, this bridge is over 117 years old.
Sejarah
The Story and History Behind Jubilee Park in Ipoh
Jubilee Park is located at the Taman Kanak Kanak (TKK) Food Court, Ipoh. Its location is right next to Jalan Dato Tahwil Azhar. Today's generation may not know how grand and magnificent Jubilee Park once was.
Sejarah
The Story of the Abandoned Casuarina Inn in Taiping
Once considered a grand budget hotel, the Casuarina Inn is located at the Taiping Lake Gardens, Perak. Its striking design and British architectural style mark its unique history, remaining there today without occupants. It has been left abandoned for a long time, contributing to mysterious tales surrounding this hotel that no longer sees guests.
Sejarah
Kampung Kerunai Heritage House in Gerik
During the Japanese occupation, this residence was used as a stopover by Japanese soldiers. The father of the owner of this Heritage House was the head penghulu (village chief) of Mukim Kerunai at that time, known as Penghulu Wan Teh.
Agama
Poco-Poco Dance Has Been Haram in Perak Since 2011
The Perak State Fatwa Committee meeting held from January 24 to 26, 2011, recommended banning the poco-poco dance or exercise on the grounds that it is linked to religious beliefs and spirit worship, based on studies stating it is often practiced in Jamaica and has Christian characteristics. The meeting decided that this ban would be gazetted.
Sejarah
Geluk, 16 Gold and Silver Vessels in the Perak Sultanate
The 'geluk' are small vessels made of silver and gold. There are 8 silver vessels and 8 gold vessels, which are used in the 'Istiadat Mengambil Air Bersiram Tabal' (Ceremony of Collecting Royal Bathing Water) at the 7 estuaries of the Perak River tributaries.
Lifestyle
Customs and Traditions of Perak Malay Weddings
Fundamentally, there are eight steps that a groom must follow to marry a young woman from Perak. However, these steps are not mandatory, and most people today no longer strictly adhere to them.
Tokoh
Getting to Know Dato Panglima Kinta Mohammed Yusof
Did you know that the current courthouse building in Ipoh was actually the home of Dato Panglima Kinta Mohammed Yusof before he passed away, and was later purchased by the British Government?
Sejarah
Behind the Name of Kampung Raja Intan Suraya in Sauk
Have you ever wondered who is behind the name of Kampung Raja Intan Suraya? Continue reading to find out.
Sejarah
Beyond Bengal, A 1934 Documentary Film on the Forests of Perak
The documentary Beyond Bengal is a film directed by an American filmmaker named Harry Schenk. It is a documentary that chronicles an expedition into the jungles of Perak.