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IKAN PATIN TEMPOYAK

Ikan Patin Tempoyak is one of the most famous traditional dishes in Malaysia, particularly in the state of Pahang, which is well known for its use of tempoyak (fermented durian) in cooking. This dish is highly popular among the Malay community and is often served during large gatherings and celebrations. The combination of rich, spicy, and slightly sweet flavors from the tempoyak gives the dish a unique and enticing taste. Ikan Patin Tempoyak originates from Pahang, particularly in areas along the Pahang River, where freshwater silver catfish (ikan patin) is abundantly found and is the preferred choice for this dish. Tempoyak, which is fermented durian, is the key ingredient that gives this dish its distinctive and special taste. Tempoyak is widely used in Malay cuisine, especially in the east coast regions of Malaysia. Ikan Patin Tempoyak combines the tender and delicate texture of ikan patin with the bold and tangy flavors of tempoyak, making it a highly favored dish among lovers of traditional Malay cuisine.<div> </div><div> </div><div><div>Distinctive Features of Ikan Patin Tempoyak:</div><div>Tempoyak Flavor: The combination of creamy and slightly sour tempoyak gives the dish its unique taste.</div><div>Texture of Ikan Patin: The soft and fatty texture of ikan patin absorbs the tempoyak gravy, making it a delicious and satisfying dish.</div><div>Sourness and Spiciness: The tangy flavor from tempoyak, combined with the spiciness of bird’s eye chilies, creates a dish that is rich in taste and full of flavor.</div></div><div> </div> ...

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Taman Sena, 01000 Kangar, Perlis

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MUZIK TRADISIONAL GENDANG PERLIS

Back then, Gendang Perlis (Perlis drumming) was played at weddings or large scale events. According to history, this drumming was performed during bull fights in the reigns of Tuanku Raja Syed Syafii (1897-1905) and Tuanku Raja Syed Alwi (1905-1943).  ...

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NASI KERABU

Nasi Kerabu is one of Malaysia's traditional dishes, originating from the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, particularly the states of Kelantan and Terengganu. This unique dish features blue-colored rice, naturally dyed with butterfly pea flowers (bunga telang), and is complemented by various herbs, sambal, fish or chicken, and crackers. Below is the origin of Nasi Kerabu: Origins of Nasi KerabuRooted in East Coast Culture:Nasi Kerabu is believed to have been created by the Malay communities of Kelantan and Terengganu, who incorporate fresh herbs into their daily diet. This dish reflects the agrarian lifestyle of a community closely connected to nature.The Name "Kerabu":The word kerabu refers to a mix of fresh herbs or salad, which is a key feature of this dish. Nasi Kerabu gets its name because the blue rice is served with kerabu or fresh herbs.Influence of Siamese (Thai) Culture:The dish also reflects the culinary influence of Thailand, as Kelantan and Terengganu border the country. The sour, spicy, and sweet flavors in this dish are evidence of this influence.Symbolism of the Blue Color:The blue color of the rice is associated with the butterfly pea flower, which not only provides the color but is also believed to have health benefits. Historically, the flower was thought to symbolize purity and blessings. Features Of Nasi KerabuBlue Rice: Naturally dyed with butterfly pea flowers.Fresh Herbs: Includes daun kesum, torch ginger flower, cucumber, and others.Proteins: Fried fish, grilled chicken, or roasted beef.Coconut Sambal: Grated coconut cooked with spices.Tumis or Fish Gravy: Complements the flavor of the dish.Crackers: Usually fish crackers for added texture.<div> </div><div> </div> ...

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MAK YONG

Mak Yong is a traditional performing art form originating from Kelantan, characterized by a unique blend of acting, singing, dancing, and music. In 2005, Mak Yong was recognized by UNESCO as one of the Intangible Cultural Heritage practices. Mak Yong is deeply rooted in Malay culture, particularly in Kelantan, where it developed as both court entertainment and a form of local community expression. Mak Yong performances showcase the refinement of Malay etiquette, graceful movements, and poetic language, reflecting the delicacy of Malay cultural heritage. Typically, all roles are played by women, except for the role of the caretaker, with the main character portrayed by the Pak Yong. Figure 1 illustrates a Mak Yong performance still practiced in rural villages. Currently, the art of Mak Yong faces the threat of extinction due to several factors, including the oral transmission of knowledge, which requires a long period of time. Nevertheless, various initiatives such as training programs and performances have been undertaken to preserve this art form, ensuring that it remains an integral part of Malaysia's artistic and cultural identity. Mak Yong is not only a symbol of traditional heritage but also reflects the philosophy and refined soul of the Malay community. Mak Yong stories are usually based on myths, legends, and ancient tales rich in magical elements and moral values. Among the popular stories often performed are Hikayat Dewa Muda, Anak Raja Gondang, Raja Tangkai Hati, Raja Besar Maha Gading, and Dewa Pechil. These stories narrate the journeys of kings, their struggles against evil forces, their search for love, and their adventures to achieve prosperity. The themes often convey life values such as loyalty, justice, and wisdom. The characters in Mak Yong stories vary depending on the tale being told. Some of the prominent characters in Mak Yong include Pak Yong, Mak Yong, Peran, Inang, Tok Wak, Betara Guru, and giants (Gergasi). Mak Yong is performed with musical accompaniment, and traditionally, only the Rebab, the gendang ibu and gendang anak (mother and child drums), and the gong were used during performances. However, over time, additional instruments such as the gedombak, canang, kesi, and geduk have been incorporated into the ensemble.<div> </div> ...

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Unit Protokol, Istiadat dan Pengurusan Acara Sa...

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TARIAN NOPENG KINEK

Nopeng Kinek is a new dance  which came from the Gendang Melayu Sarawak arts, consisting of tandak/nopeng, drums, and poetry. Being performed regularly at weddings inspired its new creation. Penopeng means ‘a wearer of mask’. The dancers are only boys whilst the girls sit behind the curtains, beating the drum or gong.  Saying goes that these shy dancing boys can’t help peeping at the girls through the curtains.  Too shy, they cover their faces with sarung pelikat as if they are masked. Over time, this little act of peeping and covering their faces, makes the boys nicknamed ‘the masked ones’ (penopeng). Then nopeng, eventually means dancing.  This new creation of nopeng kinek is to encourage the young to appreciate their culture. <div> </div> ...

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Kam Kam Riverside Joyful Garden, Kampung Bongku...

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ADAT RESAM DAN BUDAYA KAUM KADAZANDUSUN SUKU KADAZAN PAPAR – PANTANG LARANG KAPATAZON (KEMATIAN)

As the largest ethnic group in Sabah, the Kadazandusun community exhibits linguistic diversity, with various dialects reflecting distinct customs, including death-related terms. In the general Kadazandusun language, death is referred to as Kapatayon. However, in the Kadazan Papar dialect, the term Kapatazon is used. The Kadazandusun language includes two primary terms to denote death and pronunciation variations influenced by dialectal differences among sub-ethnic groups. Furthermore, each Kadazandusun sub-ethnic group observes distinct taboos related to death. While the structural framework of these taboos is mainly uniform, certain variations underscore the cultural distinctiveness of each subgroup. ...

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ALAT MUZIK GABBANG

Gabbang is a traditional musical instrument that is part of the heritage of the Suluk and Bajau ethnic communities in Sabah, which mostly live in the Semporna, Lahad Datu, and Sandakan districts. This musical instrument belongs to the Xylophone category and is made of bamboo equipped with a trapezoidal resonator box called 'Papagan' as a sound box to produce melodious resonance. Gabbang has 14 to 20 bamboo blades cut and arranged according to lengths that are not parallel because each one produces a certain tone. Then, the bamboo is arranged on the resonator box with a seven-tone scale (heptatonic) in almost equal intervals. Its size is approximately 20 centimeters long, 51 centimeters wide and 37 centimeters high. The Gabbang percussion instrument is known as 'Palu'an', made of wood and covered with rubber on the part that strikes the bamboo. ...

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Majlis Adat Istiadat Sarawak

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PAKAIAN TRADISIONAL LELAKI BIDAYUH DAN WANITA SELAKO

Basically, Bidayuh men wear   leather top and loincloth (cawat) to symbolize warriorship and long-sleeved black shirts and long pants at ritual ceremonies.  Bidayuh wear differs according to where they live. The colours they usually wear is red, yellow and black. While Bidayuh Salako women in Lundu and Sematan wear white.  They wear two types of traditional dresses, short-sleeved or half-sleeved blouses, which are also worn by other Bidayuh ethnic groups.   They match with black knee-length sarongs, decorated with lace.  Coins, copper bells and white, yellow and red beads are delicately embroidered on the sarungs. The Bidayuh clothing differs following their areas of origin. To note, the Bidayuh people are divided into four sub-racial groups who speak different dialects and practise different customs. These four groups live in four areas.  The Bukar-Sadong people live in Serian and Samarahan, the Biatah in Siburan, Padawan and Kuching, the Jagoi-Singai in Bau and lastly, the Salako-Rara in Lundu.<div> </div> ...

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ADAT RESAM DAN BUDAYA SEBELUM PERKAHWINAN MASYARAKAT CINA: ADAT MERISIK

In Chinese society, marriage is considered an important starting point in a person's life. It is one of the main aspects of strengthening and maintaining the family institution, which clearly shows that lineage can be passed down from one generation to the next. The word for marriage in Chinese is 婚姻 (pinyin: hūn yīn). Originally, traditional Chinese marriages were often arranged by families interested in combining relationships. In Confucian thought, marriage is considered a very important matter because it involves the union of two families and has an impact on society. According to Chinese cultural tradition, marriage between two individuals with the same surname is considered incest. From the point of view of Confucian families, marriage connects families with different surnames and ensures the continuity of the paternal clan. Therefore, the benefits and drawbacks of a marriage affect the entire family, not just the couple involved. From a social perspective, husband and wife are seen as the basic unit of Chinese society. The structure of customs before marriage in Chinese society is Surveying CustomMarriage CeremonyEngagement Custom<div> </div> ...

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ADAT RESAM DAN BUDAYA MASYARAKAT MAH MERI PERKAHWINAN: SEMASA DAN SELEPAS PERKAHWINAN

Most Mah Meri people marry at a young age. The age of 18 is considered the most appropriate for men while 16 for women and should not exceed the age of men. Marriage is determined by the parents, as well as the marriage is done by the parents starting from the merisik ceremony until they become a legal married couple. Some have been engaged since childhood. Usually both brides and grooms have relatives such as cousins or cousins or in the same tribe. But, it is not an offense if a man marries a woman from another tribe. However, the wife has to follow the husband, or in other words the wife has to enter the husband's tribe.<div> </div> ...

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Pertubuhan Kesenian Tradisional Dabus Tanjung B...

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TARIAN BELOTAH

Tarian Belotah is a folk dance of Perak paddy farmers, their melodious way of turning farming toil into a joyous awaited occasion. This dance is to separate paddy grains from the stalks, and they do it with rhymes.   Lotah means rhyme, hence ‘belotah’ is rhyming.   Gemal padi (bunches of paddy stalks tied together) are placed on a platform, made from pinang tree planks.  The planks are tied with rattan and secured to the floor. Then a group of ten to fifteen step on the paddy stalks on the floor in a circle in an effort to separate the grains from the stalks.  While stepping, they exchange poems and songs, the melotah.   Sweetly, while laboring, separating paddy gains, the young men turn their drudgery into pleasure by teasing and courting the girls.  Melotah eventually becomes an anticipated event for the young to socialise since in those days, society was extremely strict about boys meeting girls.  Belotah is akin to a sewang dance where the dancers rhyme while stepping on the paddy stalk bulks (gemal padi).  They will also shout while jerking the platform, moving the planks rhythmically.  As the planks move, they rub each other, producing squeaky sounds.  These squeaky sounds are the ‘background music’ of the dance.  So, the dancers move to the rhythm of the sound, swinging their legs twice forward and twice back, singing along the jerks of the planks.   Lyrics of Short Lotah  When it's cut, such a waste being cutGracious goes the root of the treePlease, let it be, let it be sirHa ha hiHa ha hiHa ha hiLotah de lang leGracious the roots of the wood Lotah de lang leWishing to tie the yam Lotah de lang leSoft are the planksWishing to harvest the riceThe spirit of the riceLotah de lang leLotah de lang leThe of stump of the mountain a sacred mountainHai ya ya yeCan be seen from a high cliffLotah de lang leWe are here to welcomeHai ya ya yeOur revered sirWho just arrivedLotah de lang leLotah de lang le<div> </div> ...

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Kompleks Pustaka Warisan Negeri, Lot. No. 2180,...

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LAKSA PENANG

Laksa is a type of noodle soup that is delicious and healthy, as it is rich in protein. With just one sip, the laksa broth provides a taste of fish richness, spiciness, sourness, and sweetness, enhanced by the fragrant aroma of torch ginger and laksa leaves. The chewy and soft rice noodles complete the dish with a source of carbohydrates. This is why laksa is considered a healthy food, compared to other noodle dishes. Laksa is a dish that originated from the Peranakan community. It is believed to have been brought to Malaya by traders around the 15th century, and the dish began to adapt to Malay society through the intermarriage of Chinese men and Malay women. Since then, laksa has become increasingly popular. However, when Chinese traders first introduced this dish, laksa noodles were eaten with plain broth. It was when Malay women became the wives of these traders that laksa was modified to suit local tastes. The name "laksa" itself is derived from the Sanskrit word meaning "ten thousand." The term "ten thousand" refers to the variety of ingredients added to create laksa. The famous Penang Laksa, known for its diverse flavors in the broth, is served with slices of cucumber, salad leaves, eggs, lime, shrimp paste (petis), and bird's eye chili. In some areas around Penang, laksa is served with slices of pineapple and mint leaves. These ingredients make the laksa even more delicious and healthy. Due to its uniqueness and completeness, Penang Laksa is the only Malaysian dish ranked seventh in CNN's 50 Best Foods in the World, due to its well-balanced nutrients and delicious taste. The basic ingredients are the same as other laksas in Malaysia. Uniquely, Penang Laksa uses noodles made from either wheat flour or rice flour. To enhance its flavor, shrimp paste or shrimp brain extract is mixed or enjoyed with the mackerel fish broth and other types of fish as additional seasonings.<div> </div> ...

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