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Sejarah
Chenderoh Dam: A Catalyst for Development in Perak
This dam was built in the mid-1920s as a hydroelectric power scheme for the Kinta Valley region and was considered the largest construction project in the Malay Peninsula at the time.
Agama
The Perak Exco Member Who Visits Villages to Teach Quran Recitation in Mosques
Do you know the Perak State Government Exco member serving as the Chairman of the Islamic Religious, Islamic Education, and Personality Development Committee? If you don't, keep reading as we at orangperak.com will briefly introduce him to you. This introduction is important so you know who holds office in Perak. We are referring to YB. Dato’ Drs. Mohd. Nizar bin Zakaria.
Tourism
The Longest Mural in Perak is in Taiping
This mural, which showcases 10 historical buildings in Taiping, is said to be the longest in Perak, measuring 100 meters long and 6.38 meters high.
Business
Asnaf Entrepreneur Interview Program Throughout March 2017
Announcement for all Perak residents. The Perak Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPk) is organizing interviews for a special Asnaf Economic Empowerment program at several locations throughout this March. This program aims to provide opportunities in entrepreneurship and business equipment to the poor, needy, and converts (muallaf) to generate income, improve their economic status, and eventually become successful entrepreneurs.
Mitos
The Legend of Puteri Limau Purut in Perak (Part 2)
The King of Aceh's wrath could no longer be reasoned with, and without any warning, Aceh attacked Perak. The Bendahara of Perak was not at Kota Geronggong when the attack occurred as he was seeking treatment in Ulu Kinta. Due to the lack of preparation for war, Perak was defeated. The Sultan of Perak was captured and taken to Aceh to be imprisoned.
Tokoh
Who Was Tok Temong in the History of Perak?
Tok Temong was a woman who served as a ruler in the Temong district, located in the state of Perak.
Sejarah
The History and Significant Role of Kampung Batu 3 Segari in Lumut
The origin of this village's establishment was to prepare for all eventualities, specifically for self-defense by serving as a secret weapons storage site and a settlement.
News
Raja Bomoh Shields Malaysia from North Korea
Ibrahim Mat Zin, a native of Teluk Intan, better known as the 'Raja Bomoh Sedunia' (World Shaman King), has returned with a ritual to shield Malaysia from a North Korean attack. Ibrahim, accompanied by three followers, was seen on a beach with ritual items including small bamboo sticks used as binoculars, two coconuts, and five bamboo cannons.
Sejarah
The Lost Port of Kuala Sepetang
Many are unaware that the Kuala Sepetang port has existed since the era of Ngah Ibrahim, before the British used it as a port to transport tin ore from Perak to Penang. If well-preserved, the combination of a historic port and an old railway station could rival historic ports like those in Fremantle, Australia.
Mitos
The Legend of Puteri Limau Purut in Perak (Part 1)
As the story goes, one day a royal delegation from Aceh arrived at the Sultan of Perak's palace in Geronggong to propose to Puteri Limau Purut. The delegation was granted an audience with the Sultan to present their purpose. After hearing their request, the Sultan ordered that the answer be deferred to a later time. The delegation then returned to their own land to report the delay.
Sejarah
The 99 Laws of Perak from Persia You Didn't Know About
The 99 Laws of Perak originated from Persia and were brought to Perak in the 19th century by Syed Hassan al-Farodz from Hadramaut, Yemen.
Tourism
Taman Tasik Kamunting Selected as Host for National Landscape Day 2017
All residents of Perak are invited to Taman Tasik Kamunting, Taiping from March 31, 2017, to April 2, 2017, to celebrate the National Landscape Day 2017. Various exciting events will be prepared for all visitors.