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TARIAN KIPAS BESAR

The Kipas Besar Dance is a unique traditional dance originating from Kedah, reflecting the elegance of Malay art and culture. This dance is believed to have developed during the era of the Kedah Sultanate as a form of palace entertainment and a symbol of the opulence of local culture. The uniqueness of the Kipas Besar Dance lies in the use of large fans as the main prop, manipulated with graceful and coordinated movements to depict the beauty of nature and the politeness of Malay culture. The dance is often accompanied by traditional music, such as gamelan or other instruments like drums (gendang) and the flute (serunai), adding an elegant ambiance to the performance. Historically, this dance was closely associated with royal ceremonies and formal events but has since been introduced to the public through cultural festivals and tourism programs in Kedah. The movements of the Kipas Besar Dance are inspired by the art of Malay self-defense (pencak silat). It is exclusively performed by women, with its uniqueness highlighted by the use of large fans and long shawls as the main props.<div> </div> ...

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SHADOW PUPPET THEATRE DANCE

Wayang Kulit Purwo, also known as Wayang Kulit Jawa, is a form of traditional shadow puppet theatre originating from Java, Indonesia, and brought to Malaysia by Javanese migrant communities. This performance art uses intricately carved leather puppets to depict characters from Hindu epics such as the Mahabharata and Ramayana, as well as Panji stories.Believed to have originated in Java over 1,500 years BCE, Wayang Kulit Purwo was created by Javanese ancestors for ritualistic purposes. In Malaysia, it was introduced by Javanese communities migrating to states like Johor and Selangor. The performance retains many traditional Javanese elements, including the language and gamelan music.<div> </div> ...

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ADAT RESAM DAN BUDAYA MASYARAKAT CINA. SELEPAS KELAHIRAN-KENDURI, MENCUKUR RAMBUT & MEMBERI NAMA

In Chinese society, marriage is considered an important starting point in a person's life. It is one of the main aspects in strengthening and maintaining the family institution. This 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 are: Surveying CustomProposing CustomEngagement Custom<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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TARIAN MENGARANG MENYAK

Mengarang Menyak is a traditional dance of the Melanau ethnic group. This dance reflects the lives of the Melanau people who reside along the coastal areas of Sarawak and symbolizes the process of menyak, one of the methods used to produce sago flour, known locally as sei. The dance movements encompass all the activities involved in sago processing, including cutting, scraping, and trampling or pressing the sago palm to extract its pulp, known as tepung lemantak, which is then processed into sago. The dance also portrays the spirit of cooperation between men and women, working together harmoniously and joyfully as they perform their daily tasks.<div> </div> ...

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UMAI

Umai is a traditional dish of the Melanau community based on seafood, particularly fish and shrimp. The main ingredient for umai is raw fish for preparing fish umai, while raw shrimp is used for preparing shrimp umai. For making fish umai, the Melanau people often choose parang fish, white pomfret, empirang fish, shark, and terubok fish. Meanwhile, for shrimp umai, smaller-sized shrimp are typically the preferred choice. The fish and shrimp must be cleaned and mixed with other ingredients consisting of shallots, onions, chili, lime juice, and ginger, as well as other additional ingredients according to individual taste. If using fish as the main ingredient, the fish meat is usually thinly sliced first. The shallots, onions, garlic, chili, and ginger must be pounded and mashed to be thoroughly mixed with the sliced fish prepared earlier. Similarly, if using small shrimp as the main ingredient, the shrimp must be mixed until well-blended with the pounded or blended ingredients to add flavour to the fish and shrimp. The squeezed lime juice can provide a sour taste to enhance the deliciousness of the umai. The amount of juice needed depends on personal preference, but generally, most umai preparers choose to make it slightly spicy and tangy to taste. ...

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Taman Awam Gua Tok Giring, Kampung Lenggong, ...

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KEBEBE

Kebebe, a traditional delicacy of Perak, is believed to have existed hundreds of years in Lenggong and Gerik, offering a glimpse into Perak rich culinary heritage. A distinctive taste, kebebe is full of flavor, having come from a mixture of seven meshed fresh fruits. In those days, it was eaten when one felt warm, or in Perak accent, 'dedor'. The practice was that if someone suspected he had fever, he may eat kebebe for relief. Hence, kebebe is at times seen as traditional medicine.  It's a mixed taste of sour, spicy and bitter from the various fruits and vegetables: cermai (Phyllanthus acidus), belimbing buluh, jantung pisang, pineapple, guava, jackfruit bud and buah kelempung, pounded and mixed in a wooden mortar and pestle.<div> </div> ...

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Jastera Entertaiment, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra,...

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TARIAN ASYIK

Tarian Asyik is a classical dance of Kelantan.  Its signatures are the dazzling golden headgear and magnificent dress of the dancers.  Tarian asyik was created in Kelantan for her royal court, performed for the enjoyment of their kings and queens.  The story goes that this dance arose from a 17th century Southern Thai Pattani king’s favourite bird.  Unfortunately, his treasured bird escaped and failed to return after a long wait.  Thus, to contain his sorrow and the never-ending grieving heart, the king ordered a dance resembling the movements of his dear bird. Hence, like a bird, tarian asyik is very graceful and pleasing.  It is danced mostly in sitting positions to resemble the movements of a bird, ocean waves, and an elephant with a calf. Again, as it is meant to be willowy, akin to  the king’s bird, it is danced by female dancers only.  However, presently, there have been a few changes where the dancers will slightly ascend from the sitting position.  They also wear full-body outfits (observing the Islamic dress rule).  In the past their clothes were equally gorgeous and unique like in the present, but they were a bit revealing. Tarian asyik is one of the traditional dances of Kelantan which should be preserved.  <div> </div> ...

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WADAI

Wadai Kipeng, also known as Gayam by the Banjar Alai community in Johor, is a traditional dish resembling desserts such as Puteri Mandi and Bubur Candil. Made from glutinous rice flour mixed with salted water and a small amount of lime water, the dough is kneaded into small balls before being cooked. This dish holds cultural significance within the Banjar community, reflecting their culinary heritage and communal spirit. ...

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Rumah No.133, Jalan Lopuson, Kampung Damat, ...

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UPACARA ADAT ‘SOGIT’ KAUM DUSUN

Sogit is a law which requires compensations  when a person is guilty of committing an offence in the culture of the Sabah Dusun.  It is the Dusun traditional rules to preserve culture, discipline and harmony of the community, adhered to since the olden days. The  compensations are often in the form of livestock, such as pigs, buffalos, cows, goats or chicken. For instance, if a man harasses a woman, the penalty is to give some stipulated number of livestok. Judging Process If a woman is assaulted and impregnated by a man  before marrying her, the latter needs to bring his family to meet with the head of the village. But if the man refuses to marry, he has to pay for the damage according to the wishes of the woman’s family. On the other hand, if the woman wishes to marry the man, he must abide by the woman’s decision. The sogit is over one thousand Malaysian Ringgit (RM1,000), along with a list of traditional  items that have been requested.  If they decide not marrying, the wedding items must also be prepared by both sides. Aim Sogit is practised to judge and  penalise the  wrongdoers who commit   unacceptable acts by the villagers.  It is also to remind others to respect the laws and customs of the people.   Some of the offences are:- Stealing crops or livestock- Damaging crops- Killing livestock- Proven guilty of rape- Hassling and kidnapping girls<div> </div> ...

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ZAPIN ARAB DANCE

Arab Zapin, also referred to as zaffin, is the original form of the zapin dance brought to the Malay Archipelago by Arab traders and missionaries from Hadramaut, Yemen, during the 15th and 16th centuries. Initially, this dance was performed as court entertainment and served as a medium for Islamic proselytisation (dakwah). Arab Zapin is characterised by swift and simple footwork, strongly influenced by Arab culture. It is an integral part of the gambus (lute) traditions of Arab communities in Malaysia. This gambus-centred tradition includes zaffin, sarah, and samrah, typically beginning with a melodic improvisation known as Taqsim or Taqasim, performed on the gambus.<div> </div> ...

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TARIAN DANSA COCOS

Dansa Cocos is the most popular dance among the Cocos ethnic community, a minority ethnic group that resides in the Tawau district, Sabah. The term 'Dansa' itself comes from the English word 'Dance', which means dance or dancing. This dance has a long history that begins with the arrival of the crew of English merchant ships who first arrived in the Cocos Islands in 1826. Alexander Hare, a pioneer of English navigation at that time, played an important role in introducing this dance through interaction with the crew and local residents. Then, in 1827, Clunies Ross continued the voyage and brought workers from several areas in the archipelago, such as Malacca, Betawi (Jakarta), and Banjarmasin. Along with them came cultural influences that shaped the early form of Dansa Cocos. This dance then developed into one of the important elements in the art and culture of the Cocos ethnic community. The movement patterns and dance styles of Dansa Cocos are more similar to the traditional Scottish dances of Strathspey and Tulloch. Nevertheless, several variations of this Dansa exist among the Cocos community, including Halldock Dance, Step, Senap, Baral, and Scotrail. Each of these variations displays a unique movement and step pattern, reflecting the influence of various cultures from the archipelago region as well as the Western influence brought by English sailors. ...

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