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The First Person to Discover Tin in Larut
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The First Person to Discover Tin in Larut
He was the first to discover tin in Larut, began operations in 1848, and developed the area through tin mining ventures.
10 Mar 2019 35
The History of the Establishment of Courts in the State of Perak
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The History of the Establishment of Courts in the State of Perak
Everything began after the Pangkor Treaty was signed in 1874. Since that treaty, the British attempted to gradually establish an English legal system in Perak until they successfully monopolized the legal system in the state.
09 Mar 2019 60
The Motorcycle Story Behind the Al-Maunah Siege at Bukit Jenalik
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The Motorcycle Story Behind the Al-Maunah Siege at Bukit Jenalik
Recounting the events of that day, Baharim was on his way to drop his child off at a bus shelter near Sekolah Kebangsaan Jenalik, riding his Honda EX5 motorcycle.
09 Mar 2019 56
World War II Bomb Once Found in Tambun
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World War II Bomb Once Found in Tambun
Looking back at an event that will never be forgotten by residents around the Tambun area, especially those near Sungai Pinji. For your information, on June 17, 2008, a bomb was discovered by the public in Sungai Pinji, Tambun, which shocked local residents as they lived only a few hundred meters from where the bomb was buried in the river.
06 Mar 2019 20
The Tragic Story of Tycoon Foo Yet Kai from Batu Gajah
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The Tragic Story of Tycoon Foo Yet Kai from Batu Gajah
The story of a tycoon in Ipoh who hailed from Batu Gajah, Perak. He was a very generous man, but a tragic incident occurred at the end of his life.
06 Mar 2019 34
The History of Kuala Kangsar, Perak
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The History of Kuala Kangsar, Perak
They paddled their sampans upstream until they reached a tributary on the left bank of the Perak River. In their estimation, this river mouth was auspicious, especially with its low banks, fertile soil, and beautiful scenery. Coincidentally, according to their count, this was the ninety-ninth river mouth, or 'Kuala Kurang Sa'.
04 Mar 2019 42
The Nail-less Mansion in Beruas
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The Nail-less Mansion in Beruas
A mansion that can be seen when passing through the town of Beruas. It is located right in front of Sekolah Kebangsaan Beruas, across the road.
03 Mar 2019 29
The First Temple Before the Birth of Ipoh City
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The First Temple Before the Birth of Ipoh City
The story of the first temple that existed before the name Ipoh was born in Perak. This is the oldest and most historic temple in the state of Perak.
03 Mar 2019 111
The Final Royal Decree and Message Three Days Before the Passing of the 33rd Sultan of Perak
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The Final Royal Decree and Message Three Days Before the Passing of the 33rd Sultan of Perak
On January 27, 1984, three days before the late Sultan Idris Shah II (the 33rd Sultan of Perak) passed away, he wrote an official letter as a royal decree addressed to the Honorable President of the Council and the Head of the Perak Islamic Religious Affairs Department.
03 Mar 2019 80
The Forgotten History of the Teluk Intan Canal
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The Forgotten History of the Teluk Intan Canal
A forgotten side of Teluk Intan's history: the Teluk Anson (Teluk Intan) Canal, which was of great service to the residents of the Lower Perak area at the time.
01 Mar 2019 34
The History of the Old Mansion in Batu Gajah That Was Relocated to Terengganu
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The History of the Old Mansion in Batu Gajah That Was Relocated to Terengganu
The story of a beautiful mansion in Batu Gajah, other than Kellie’s Castle, which is not widely known. Ironically, the building was constructed by the very person who helped William Kellie Smith start his business in Malaya.
01 Mar 2019 53
The History and Connection of Madrasah Idrisiah with the Sultan of Perak
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The History and Connection of Madrasah Idrisiah with the Sultan of Perak
As is widely known, Madrasah Idrisiah was named after the late Sultan Idris I Mursyidul `Adzam Shah. He was the 28th Sultan of Perak and the founder of the madrasah. The institution was developed with the contributions of various scholars, one of whom we have previously introduced to you: Tuan Guru Sheikh Haji Nawawi bin Haji Tahir, who served as the religious teacher to five Sultans of Perak.
01 Mar 2019 23
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