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An Explanation of the Banjar Community's 'Pukung' Tradition in Perak
The 'berpukung' tradition is very popular among those of Banjar descent. It wouldn't feel right without it; every child born of Banjar descent must experience being 'pukung'.
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The History of Mukim Lekir in Sitiawan
It is believed to be one of the earliest settlements in the state of Perak. According to local elders, Mukim Lekir was first explored in 1798, led by Haji Ahmad Haji Laji, better known as Tok Gandah among the local community.
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The 1887 Papan Riot Incident
The 19th century is considered a chaotic era in the state of Perak. This was due to the power struggles and influence disputes between the sultans and the state's dignitaries during that period.
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Abandoned Highway at Gua Tempurung Since 1996
You will surely notice the existence of an old, abandoned highway that has not been used since 1996 when passing through this area. It was abandoned due to a landslide that severely damaged the highway bridge structure, making it likely irreparable.
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The Story of Ahmad Boestaman from Tanjung Malim
He was a writer, journalist, and national independence fighter, Dato' Ahmad Boestaman. Let us reflect on his life story so that we may internalize his spirit in defending the nation's independence, despite his left-wing leanings.
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Antique Relics at Bukit Arang Para, Kuala Kangsar
What is interesting here is the Victorian parlor stove circa antique. It is known that the furnace functioned to burn wood into charcoal and served as a heater. Besides being a source of light at night, it was also the only heater for those on the hill to ward off the cold silence of the night.
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The Story and History Behind the 44-Dome Mosque in Ipoh
The idea for the construction of this mosque originated from the late Orang Kaya-Kaya Panglima Bukit Gantang Seri Amar Diraja Abdul Wahab in 1951.
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Hizbul Muslimin, The First Islamic Party in Malaya
Everything began in Gunung Semanggol, Perak. The Supreme Islamic Council of Malaya (MATA) began organizing assemblies and political activities for Malay-Muslim activists to gather and discuss future plans and the need to mobilize the general public.
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The Story of Masjid Panglima Kinta in Kampung Kuchai, Ipoh
It all began in 1898 when Datoh Panglima Kinta Mohamed Yusof bin Lasam wanted to commemorate his late beloved wife who passed away in the same year, 1898.
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Getting to Know Chin Peng, Leader of the Malayan Communist Party from Sitiawan
As a child, Chin Peng was very interested in reading print media and following developments in China. At that time, there was a dispute between Chiang Kai-shek and Mao Zedong.
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Bicycles in Perak Required Licenses Since the Japanese Occupation
Since the Japanese occupation of Malaya in 1941, every bicycle ridden had to be registered, and a special license was issued by them for specific purposes. It may seem like a trivial regulation today, but the use of bicycles at that time was quite rare for the Malay community.
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5 Tragic Events Related to Perak Before the Nation's Independence
Behind the struggles of a multi-ethnic society, especially the Malay majority, in defending Tanah Melayu from colonial enemies, there are clearly untold tragic stories hidden from our current generation.