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  Kelantan - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kelantan is positioned in the north-east of Peninsular Malaysia.
The Kelantan River valley is a fertile rice-bowl, rich in hardwoods and rubber and lush with tropical fruits.
Chinese assimilation in Kelantan is manifested as: "Malay behaviour as frontstage and Chinese behaviour as backstage".
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kelantan   (3374 words)

  
 Ensiklopedia :: encyclopedia : Kelantan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Kelantan Darul Naim merupakan sebuah negara bagian dari 14 buah negeri di Malaysia yang kaya dengan sumber alam.
Negeri Kelantan menikmati iklim tropis yang baik, di mana hampir setiap tahun hujan turun dengan berselang-seling mengikut bulan tertentu pada setiap tahun.
Kelantan merupakan negeri yang berbatasan dengan wilayah - wilayah selatan Thailand yang dulu dikenal sebagai Negeri Patani Darul Salam.
www.ensiklopedia.net /Kelantan   (409 words)

  
 KELANTAN
Kelantan was transferred to British protection by the terms of the Anglo-Siamese treaty of 1909.
The non-Royal consort of the Heir Apparent: Duli Yang Teramat Mulia Tengku Puan Mahkota Negara Kelantan Dar ul-Naim, i.e.
The Regent: Duli Yang Teramat Mulia Pemangku Raja Negara Kelantan Dar ul-Naim, i.e.
www.4dw.net /royalark/Malaysia/kelantan.htm   (742 words)

  
 Kelantan River - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Kelantan River (named Sungai Kelantan in Bahasa Malaysia) is the major river in Kelantan, Malaysia.
The description of the river is complicated by the local naming convention: instead of using the name Kelantan river from estuary to source, the name is only used for the section from the estuary to the confluence of its two main tributaries, the Galas River and the Lebir River, near the town of Kuala Krai.
The Kelantan River regularly overspills its banks during the months of November to February because of the northeast monsoon season.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kelantan_River   (510 words)

  
 Kelantan information
Kelantan is known as the “Cradle of Malay Culture”.
Kelantan was known from earlier times as a seat of powerful kingdoms which established trading links with the Chinese Empire.
Kelantan along with the other states of the Malay Peninsula formed the Federation of Malaya, which gained its independence on 31st August 1957.
www.2malaysia.com /kelantan/info.htm   (728 words)

  
 Kelantan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Kelantan Darul Naim merupakan sebuah negeri daripada 14 buah negeri di Malaysia yang kaya dengan sumber asli.
Bandar bandar utama di negeri Kelantan termasuk Kota Bharu (ibu negeri), Kuala Kerai, Jeli, Rantau Panjang dan Pangkalan Cepa.
Negeri Kelantan menikmati iklim tropika yang baik, di mana hampir setiap tahun hujan turun dengan berselang-seli mengikut bulan tertentu pada setiap tahun.
www.askfactmaster.com /enc-ms/Kelantan   (123 words)

  
 My Far East - Kelantan
Coast of Kelantan is the northernmost state on the East Peninsular Malaysia.
Kelantan's history dates to between 8000-3000 B.C. Chinese historical documents chronicle the existence of a government which had links with China, when Kelantan was referred to as 'Ho-lo-tan'.
Early accounts of Kelantan history show it was embroiled in constant political turmoil with Thailand to the north and Terengganu, Pahang and Johor to the south.
www.myfareast.org /Malaysia/kelantan   (534 words)

  
 Kelantan travel guide - Wikitravel
Kelantan [1] is a state in the north-east of Peninsular Malaysia.
The Thais have lived in Kelantan for centuries, and Kelantan was a part of Siam until it was ceded to the British in 1909.
Kelantan is linked to the rest of Peninsular Malaysia by the East Coast railway line, also known as the "Jungle Railway".
wikitravel.org /en/Kelantan   (1386 words)

  
 Malaysia - Kelantan
During the early Chinese era, Kelantan was influenced by the Indianized Funan Kingdom of the Mekong River.
By the 1820s, Kelantan was one of the most prosperous states in the Peninsula as there were unlimited development.
Kelantan also retained strong ties with Siam throughout the 19th Century before control was passed on to the British after the signing of the Anglo-Siamese Treaty in 1909.
www.marimari.com /content/malaysia/popular_places/states/kelantan/kelantan.html   (500 words)

  
 Saudi Aramco World : The Singing Kites of Kelantan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
It is in the northeast corner of Malaysia, not far from Kota Bharu, the capital of the state of Kelantan.
The people of Kelantan are well known for their excellent kites, and in most rural villages, beautifully made, often ornately decorated kites hang beneath the eaves of private homes.
I was visiting the villages near Kota Bharu to talk with the master kite-makers, and to watch the Pesta Wau, the annual, five-day kite festival held in late May of each year to help celebrate the end of the rice harvest.
www.saudiaramcoworld.com /issue/199905/the.singing.kites.of.kelantan.htm   (2009 words)

  
 Kelantan Darul Naim in Malaysia : Town & Districts, Geography & Climate, Economy
The state of Kelantan is known as the ‘cradle of Malay culture’ for having an overwhelming population of Malays (93 percent) and the rest made up of Chinese, Indians and Thai.
While the economy of Kelantan is based on agriculture such as rice, rubber and tobacco, the state is much more famous for their Malay handicrafts which include ‘Batik’, a silky garment woven with intricate patterns, ‘kain songket’, a cloth made from gold and silver thread, mats, silverware, paintings and wood carvings.
Kelantan's average yearly rainfall falls between 2,032 mm to 2,540 mm, with the wettest months being from November through January.
www.malaysia-hotels.net /kelantan/index.html   (614 words)

  
 Kelantan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Located in the NE corner of the peninsula, Kelantan, which translates as the "Land of Lightning" is an agrarian state with lush padi fields, rustic fishing villages and casuarina-lined beaches.
Kelantan was known from earlier times as a seat of powerful kingdoms that established trading links with the Chinese Empire which referred to Kelantan as Ho-Lo-Tan.
Kelantan along with the other states of the Malay Peninsula formed the Federation of Malaya, which gained independence on 31
www.abcmalaysia.com /tour_malaysia/kelantan.htm   (511 words)

  
 Kelantan Information and travel guide
Kelantan is located on the north eastern corner of Peninsular Malaysia and shares a common border with Thailand in the north.
Thus, Kelantan is aptly dubbed the 'Cradle of Malay Culture'.
The Cultural Centre in the heart of the town is popular as it showcases Kelantan's rich heritage of cultures and traditions.
www.about-malaysia.com /kelantan/index.htm   (335 words)

  
 Malaysia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Peninsular Malaysia (or West Malaysia) on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor-Singapore Causeway and the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link to the south with Singapore.
It consists of the 9 sultanate states of Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Selangor and Terengganu, two states with a governor namely Malacca and Penang, and the two federal territories of Putrajaya and Kuala Lumpur.
On the island of Borneo, Sabah was governed as the crown colony of British North Borneo, while Sarawak was acquired from Brunei as the personal kingdom of the Brooke family, who ruled as white rajahs.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Malaysia   (7318 words)

  
 Malaysia - Facts, Information, and Encyclopedia Reference article
British North Borneo (currently the state of Sabah) was a British Crown Colony formerly under the rule of the Sultanate of Sulu, whilst the huge jungle territory of Sarawak was the personal fiefdom of the Brooke (White Rajah) family.
The states are: Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Pulau Pinang, Sabah, Sarawak, Selangor, and Terengganu.
The federal territories are: Kuala Lumpur (the commercial capital city; generally abbreviated to KL in speech by most Malaysians), Putrajaya (the administrative capital city) and Labuan (an island off the coast of Sabah specialising in financial services).
www.startsurfing.com /encyclopedia/m/a/l/Malaysia.html   (5020 words)

  
 Kelantan Darul Naim
Kelantan is covered by vast stretches of tropical forests, and its southeastern corner forms part of the Taman Negara National Park.
For most visitors, the charms of Kelantan are found in the vitality of its traditional culture and its remote, unsullied beauty.
Kelantan's Central Market is one of the most vibrant and enjoyable sites in the country.
share.geocities.com /Tokyo/5525/kelantan.html   (493 words)

  
 Review On Kelantan by ashford - MouthShut.com
The Land of Lightening Kelantan, which translates as the ’’Land of Lightning,’’ is located in the north-eastern corner of Peninsular Malaysia, and borders Thailand.
Kelantan are fiercely independent and have managed to retain age-old customs and traditions so much so that the state is often regarded as ’’The Cradle of Malay Culture’’.
There are daily flights by MAS from Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru to Kelantan whilst there are also Express bus services from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu.
www.mouthshut.com /review/Kelantan-13106-1.html   (459 words)

  
 Custom4
Kelantan is hailed as the cultural haven of Malaysia.
Its is here at the cultural centre or Gelanggang Seni that you can witness Kelantan's rich cultural heritage such as top-spin, kites, big drums, etc. In the evening, cultural performances such as the Malay Music and Wayang Kulit take centrestage.
Kelantan is very famous with its beautiful beaches such as Pantai Cahaya Bulan - PCB, Pantai Irama, Pantai Bisikan bayu, Pantai Tujuj, etc. The popular waterfalls are Jeram Pasu and Jeram Linang.
kelantan.xaper.com /custom4.html   (400 words)

  
 Kelantan/Terengganu City Tour Part #2/3 - photos of Kelantan on Worldisround
Kelantan - travel photos - Following the part #1 travel article, this is the part #2, completing my journey...
Kelantan do not have nice beach as compare to Terengganu but this is...
No visit to Kelantan is complete without a trip to one of its many fishing...
www.worldisround.com /articles/33926/index.html   (335 words)

  
 Kelantan - Land of Full Moon - photos of sightseeing in Kelantan on Worldisround
Sightseeing in Kelantan - travel photos - The trip to Kelantan the Land of Full Moon was an eye opener for some.
The trip to Kelantan the Land of Full Moon was an eye opener for some.
Kelantan been a opposition state and Islamic, doest mean it is backward but instead very natural and people are friendy.
www.worldisround.com /articles/35364/index.html   (716 words)

  
 Ensiklopedia :: encyclopedia : Kelantan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Kelantan Darul Naim terdiri daripada 10 jajahan iaitu :-
Kelantan merupakan negeri yang berjiran dengan wilayah - wilayah selatan Thailand yang dikenali dahulu sebagai Negeri Patani Darul Salam.
Di antara makanan tradisional Kelantan yang berkhasiat dikenali sebagai budu.
www.ensiklopedia.info /Kelantan   (342 words)

  
 Kelantan - tourism places
The history of Islam in Kelantan is well documented in the artefacts and inscriptions exhibited here.
Kelantan's exquisite range of handicrafts is on display here.
This place was built by Sultan Muhamad II in 1840 to replace his riverine on the Kelantan river.
www.wawasan2020.com /kt/places.html   (438 words)

  
 Kelantan - Kota Bahru Hotels
As the capital of Kelantan, Kota Bharu has played as a mirror reflecting traditional Malay culture.
Kota Bahru is also the center of a rich rice basin, as well as the Kelantan Royal Family.
The Perdana Resort is nestled in the far north-eastern corner of the Penisular Malaysia, facing the South China Sea, on an exotic beach known as Moonlight Beach.
www.asia-hotel.net /kelantan-_-kota-bahru-malaysia   (845 words)

  
 Kelantan (Malaysia)
It appears that the emblem on most Kelantan flags is a simplified version of the arms on the Ceremonial Flag, sort of Kelantan's lesser arms.
According to this webpage on the Kelantan Royal Net website, "the Spear and Daggers represent the strength of the Kelantan Malays; the crescent and star is the symbol of Islam, the state religion".
Kelantan's flag is fairly consistent in terms of how Malaysian manufacturers print it.
flagspot.net /flags/my-kelan.html   (238 words)

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