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Assalamualaikum!!

As for this Entry, I would like to say thanks to all the readers who read my blog!! It was my pleasure to write those entries. I hope you guys gain something from my entry. Although my entry is a bit short, but I think it is full with facts and information. Not to forget, my lecturer who gave me this opportunity to write this blog. Insyaallah I will continue updating new entries for new topics. If you guys have any suggestion, please let me know by comment on below. thats all for now, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!

10 FACTS ABOUT MALAYSIA

Assalamualaikum, so today i would like to share to you guys about the uniqueness of Malaysia. There 10 facts about Malaysia. Some of you guys might not know .

1)Separated into two different regions

Our country has two different provinces. Most of the territory is located in Peninsular Malaysia and most of the country together with Indonesia, on the island of Borneo.

2) The state of monarchy

Basically, Malaysia is a constitutional monarchy form a federal state consisting of 13 states and territories 3 federal territories. As for the 13-state region in Malaysia, among others, Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Selangor, Penang and Terengganu. While three federal territory or territories alliance of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan located in Borneo or Kalimantan.

3) British colony

Before declared as a country named Malaysia, on the Malay Peninsula region has been visited and colonized by the British or Britain. Since 1786, Great Britain began to launch the action via rental Penang island to the East India Company. Until in 1824, was composed of the Treaty of London or the Anglo-Dutch Treaty, which agreed that is the property of British Malaya and Indonesia are the property of the Netherlands.

4) National Anthem

Malaysian National song entitled My Country, is saudran of French song berjudu 'La Rosalie. The melody and the tune of My Country was adapted from the song I Shall Return by Anne Shelton.

5) System of Government

Malaysia practice bicameral legislative system, the adoption of a system of parliamentary democracy. Its head of state is not the president, but a king or referred to Yang Di-Pertuan Agong. Even so, the process is the same that is changed every five years. Head of government (on a par with the governor), called by the Prime Minister.

6) The largest underground caves in the wolrd

Malaysia has the largest underground cave in the world. The underground cave named Sarawak Chamber. Malaysia Sarawak Chamber is located in part of Borneo island, precisely in Gunung Mulu National Park.

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7) The Rafflesia flower

Bunga langka Raflessia Arnoldi tidak hanya dapat ditemukan di Indonesia. Bunga ini dapat pula ditemui di daerah Sabah, Malaysia.

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8) Nasi Kandar 

Nasi kandar is a favorite food in Malaysia. Drive rice food origin is from the region of Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. The combination of Malay cuisine with India or the Middle East is quite unique. Rice is eaten with a wide variety of processed curry which is very delicious when consumed.

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9) Kuala Lumpur Tower

Menara Kuala Lumpur has a height of 421 meters. The tower is included as the fourth tallest tower in the world and the highest in Southeast Asia.

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10) Petronas Twin Tower

Petronas Tower or Petronas Twin Towers is the tallest tower in the world from 1998 until 2004. In 2004, the Petronas Twin Towers are no longer achieve the world's highest record since surpassed by Taipei 101.

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HISTORICAL PLACES IN MALAYSIA

Assalamualaikum and hye evryone!!! its good to be back. so today i would like to share with you guys 2 famous historical places that you guys should visit! ITS A MUST  for those who like historyy. you guys can gain more knowledge. i promise you guys it will be lots of fun if you visit this places..

Let us begin with the first place which is Melaka. I bet everyone knew that Melaka is famous with those history things. There are so many attractions at there.

Malacca is known as' MELAKA STATE HISTORIC '. On 2008, Melaka has been declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage City (World Heritage) .

Inheriting colorful past, Melaka is known as the main attraction for historic places in Malaysia. Known as the Historical City of Malaysia, Melaka has many legends, monuments and artifacts that are over 500 years old. As a center between east and west, Malacca has a unique community-based social history of this country. The beautiful architecture which combine western and eastern civilization society has produced a stunning panorama in this area. You can feel the consolidation of past glories and present modernity combine to form an atmosphere of peace and harmony.

I would like to share a few places that you guys might or should visit when you are in Malacca :

• A FAMOSA
• THE STADHUYS
• BUKIT CHINA
• PERIGI HANG LIPOH
• PERIGI HANG TUAH
• KOTA ST. JOHN
• KOTA BELANDA
• MAKAN TUN TEJA\MAKAM HANG JEBAT
• MAKAM HANG TUAH
• MAKAM HANG KASTURI
• MAKAM DOL SAID
• TANAH PERKUBURAN BELANDA
• TANAH PERKUBURAN BRITISH

ENJOY YOUR VISIT GUYS!!

#NOTE some of this sources are from 

• http://destinasitempatmenarikdimalaysia.blogspot.my/2012/07/melaka.html
• http://www.melakacom.net/malay/tempat_menarik/Historical_Places.htm

NEXT......

I am sure if I mention this second place everybody know where it is. Let me give you some clues. 

• place where you can buy plenty of chocolates
• too many beautiful beaches
• you need to go there by ferry or plane
• tourist attraction

so? can you guys guess where it is ?? YES!!!! IT'S LANGKAWI.

LANGKAWI THE JEWEL OF KEDAH

IMAGE FROM GOOGLE

The diversity heritage also includes the story passed down from the first settlers centuries. This hundreds of stories and legends associated with the saga of the caves, jungles, islands, rocks and lakes in the islands. There are a variety of history regarding the origins of Langkawi, including legends and tales, but according to history, the island of Langkawi can be identified that are under the leadership of the Sultanate of Kedah for a long time. Sultanate of Kedah, which began in 1136, is the earliest in the Malay sultanate. It also has been known among seafarers and businesses from the west and east since the 15th century.

Now, Langkawi has became a centre of attraction among the tourist. Famous with the crystal clear beach where you can play lots of water sports, the sky bridge where you need to take the cable car to reach there. On The way there, you can see a beautifull scenery, Telaga 7 Waterfall and many more. It also a place where you can buy many types of chocolates, perfumes, plates and many more with a cheap and affordable price.

Here are the list where you need to go if you are in Langkawi :

• Makam Mahsuri
• Beras Terbakar
• Gunung Mat Raya

#NOTE some of this sources are from

• http://www.langkawi-info.com/attractions/skybridge.htm?cur=MYR
• http://www.memori-kedah.com/page_pengenalan.php?p=2&idstopic=40&idskandungan=173&id=&mtopic=
• http://www.langkawi-info.com/attractions/10-things-to-see/

HISTORICAL MONUMENT

Assalamualaikum and hye guyssss ! So today i would like to share with you guys about the historical monuments in Malaysia. On my previous post, i have shared 3 historical places that you guys should visit while in Malaysia. Malaysia has a number of historical monuments. those monuments have their own story and history. today i want to share 2 out of sooo many monuments in Malaysia.  So, let us  proceed with the first monument which is ..................

TUGU NEGARA

Tugu Negara also known as National Monument park is located at the famous Lake Gardens Kuala Lumpur. The monument is made to commemorate the soldiers who fight for independence. It happened during the world war 2.

Do you know that this monument is one of the largest bronze statues in the world with the height of 15.5 meters. This monument is designed by Felix de Weldon and built in 1966. The statue represents the freedom in Malaysia. Consists of 7 soldiers carrying the Malaysian flag. Each soldiers represents the qualities of leadership which are command, unity,strength, wariness, suffering and sacrifice.

Other than that, you can find the monument on the RM1 notes. MAKE SURE IT IS AN OLD VERSION NOTE!! 

PICTURE FROM GOOGLE

ISN'T IT COOLLL?! hahaha

The next monument that i would like to share isssssss.....

BATU BERSURAT

Batu Bersurat was found in Padang Tara, on the banks of the River Tara, Kampung Buloh, Kuala Berang, Hulu Terengganu District in 1887. Then in 1902, a stone inscription was found by Ghulam Hussain Bin Al-Bukhari, a businessman at the top of the stairs surau Kampung Buloh.

Batu Bersurat is written in the Jawi script dated 702 Hijrah. The inscription on the stone describes Islam as the state religion and Islamic law about immoral and false statements along with the punishment according to the standard one. On 12 February 1987, the State Government has written to the Department of Museums expressed a desire to get back the Batu Bersurat to be exhibits in Terengganu State Museum. On July 6, 1991, they are returning back the monument to the State Government has been taking place in the Council agreement, Level 18, Wisma Darul Iman, Kuala Terengganu. The Federal Government was represented by Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry of Culture, Arts and Tourism Mr Ismail Bin Adam and State Goverment represented by the Hon. Dato 'Seri Amar Royal Tan Sri Wan Mokhtar bin Haji Ahmad as Terengganu Menteri Besar.

Batu Bersurat is a reminder of the earliest found in Peninsular Malaysia in connection with the declaration of Islam as the state religion and Islamic law.

#NOTE some sources are from this

• http://www.alifbaata.com/2015/08/sejarah-batu-bersurat-terengganu.html
• http://kuala-lumpur.attractionsinmalaysia.com/National-Monument.php

INTERESTING PLACES TO VISIT & THINGS TO DO

So today i will list 3 interesting places that you guys must visit. The top 3 places are ...

1) GUNUNG TELAPAK BURUK, NEGERI SEMBILAN

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Gunung Telapak Buruk is located near Seremban town, Negeri Sembilan. Stands at the heigh of 1193 meter. It is one of the tallest mountains in the state. Getting there is easy. Just take the road to Kuala Kelawang (from Seremban) and you will pass a small village called Pantai. Next, keep straight and soon the road started to ascend as it winds its way up to the foothills. You will see a small Chinese temple on left. At one point, the road will descend, and you can see a large signboard on your ringht which tell you the border between Jelebu and Seremban districts. Then you begin to see a small road which will access you up to the Telapak Buruk Mountain. For additional information, if you proceed on the main road, you will arrive at Recreational Forest Park called Jeram Toi. At there you can see a nice waterfall and it is the starts of a trail up to the peak of the mountain but, it tend to be overgrown now. 

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JERAM ENGGANG WATERFALL.

you can do activities such as hiking and bathing in the waterfall !!

2) PULAU PANGKOR, PERAK

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 Perak is one of the states that make up the Federation of Malaya (Malaysia) .It is the second largest state in Malaysia besides Pahang.Perak also comprises 10 districts. 

Pangkor Island is located at the mouth of the Wall. From Lumut you have to take a ferry to get to Pangkor Jetty. The ferry ride takes 20 to 30 minutes once every 30 minutes. Taxi ride from Pangkor Jetty to get to Teluk Nipah. You can also rent a van to wander around the island visiting satay fish factory, Lin Kung Fu Gardens and a replica of the Great Wall of China, the week, the Dutch Fort and Teluk Gedung Batu Inscribed in Pasir Bogak and Teluk Ketapang. Private cars and motorcycles can also can also be rented. The island is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The landscape is hilly and unspoiled rain forest is ideal for jungle trekking and other activities.

3) BUKIT BENDERA, PULAU PINANG.

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 Located at an altitude of 830 Mtr above sea level, Hill is a tourist destination that is paid now offers a variety of attractions such as the Museum Own Cliff Cafe, Pavilion Hill, Lock Point and many others. Among the best location to see the sights of Penang from the top of the hill, especially at night, the temperature conditions here quite comfortably. Among the destinations are obliged to pay a visit which is located in Air Hitam, 6 km from Georgetown. Hill is not just a hill, there are many new attractions have been created. For the love birds, they might like the atmosphere at Bukit Bendera because it is quite romantic especially the Love Padlock where they can lock their love  there just like being in Korea, Paris, London and many more. Lock Point, near here, visitors can see the whole view of Penang, binoculars are provided so that you can see the view more clearly and in detail, from the top of the building you can see Penang Bridge! 

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#NOTE some sorces are from 

• http://www.malaysia-traveller.com/gunung-telapak-buruk.html
• http://suriaresort.tripod.com/info.htm
• http://www.kisahtatie.com/2015/02/suasana-terkini-di-bukit-bendera-pulau.html
• 
  

TRADITIONAL FOOD IN MALAYSIA

Now let us explore the traditional food that we have in Malaysia! You guys should try all of them!!

MALAY TRADITIONAL FOOD

NASI LEMAK

Nasi Lemak Nasi lemak is a favorite food for the people of Malaysia and Singapore, especially as breakfast. Nasi lemak referring to rice cooked with coconut milk, the taste of fat. Served with egg, cucumber, fried anchovies and sambal now a variety of dishes such as nasi lemak served with chicken, beef, squid, shrimp, beef liver and spleen.

CHINESE TRADITIONAL FOOD

KEK BULAN

Mooncakes are a Chinese cakes often eaten during the Mid-Autumn festival. According to Chinese Mooncake saga based on a story that happened in China during the reign of the Mongols (Yuan Dynasty) were quite strict and cruel. The unreasonable law on the Chinese people so that no one can undermine their power. Because of this, the Chinese people with the encouragement Tribe Ming, agreed to revolt. One night, when the moon is waxing, they make a round public. In the middle of the cake placed an order that describes how to revolt. This effort was successful and the Government of Mongolia deposed. Until now, this event is celebrated every year by the Chinese Society. The celebration known as the Mid-Autumn Festival Luruh.Kuih Moon made from a blend of sweet and has a core lotus seed or red bean or with salted egg yolk in tengahanya. There is also a tradition that states Mooncakes are made as offerings to the Kitchen God.

INDIAN TRADITIONAL FOOD

MARUKU

Muruku is traditional Indian food recipes Malaysia that it comes from South India, especially Tamil Nadu. Muruku have taken place in the hearts of all people of all races in the country. Murukku is tasty snacks, crispy and easy to make and inexpensive cost. Murukku flour made from beans Tosai / Urad dhal and rice flour and its flavor depends on the fans as the original or spicy chili powder used. Murukku usually circular or a fine. Murukku are made using special molds such as pressing the flour has been kneaded or playback mode.

MALAYSIA'S CULTURE

Malaysia is the only country that has many culture. Let us explore all the cultures..

There are Malays, Chinese, Indians and many other ethnic groups have lived together in harmony since generations. All these cultures have influenced each other, creating a unique Malaysian culture. The largest ethnic group in Malaysia is Malay, Chinese and Indian. In Sabah and Sarawak, there are various indigenous ethnic groups with their unique culture and heritage of its own.

Malays are the largest by forming 54% of the Malaysian population. Indonesia is one of the Muslim, Malay language and practice Malay culture. The Malays have a crucial influence on the political scene in Malaysia. China represents 25% of the population and live in the big cities on the west coast of the peninsula. Most Chinese are Buddhists, Taoists or Christian, Mandarin, Hokkien, Hakka, Teochew and Cantonese or more dominant in the economic field. Indians account for about 7.5% of the population. Most of them are Hindus, speak Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi. In addition, there are also Sikhs, Eurasians or Eurasian and other indigenous people. Malay is the official language of Malaysia, but English is widely used.

Bumiputeras in Sarawak is the largest Iban with 600,000 people. They live in longhouses, and settled along the Rajang River and River Loepar. Bidayuh 170,000 people are living beings in southwest Sarawak. Indigenous people (140,000) living in Peninsular Malaysia. Formerly they were gathering forest products, nomadic and farming, but has now been absorbed into the life of modern Malaysia. However, they remain as ethnic groups with incomes lower than other ethnic groups. This is due to their economic system that does not rely on cash, such as food and housing partly generated from forest products without the need to be purchased. However, the government offers equal educational opportunities and some of them now hold professional positions such as doctor.

#NOTE some of the sources are from 

• http://pmr.penerangan.gov.my/index.php/budaya/1149-kebudayaan-di-malaysia.html
• http://www.malaysia.travel/ms-my/my/about-malaysia/culture-n-heritage
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LIST OF PRIME MINISTER IN MALAYSIA

Assalamualaikum..... I hope you guys are doing well and enjoy reading every entry that i have posted. For today's entry, I think i would like to introduce to you guys 6 important people in Malaysia. They had sacrifice many things just to make sure our country is in peace.

The 6 important people are called as "prime minister"

Prime minister? What is prime minister ? Who are them?

Prime Minister is the head of the supreme commander of the Malaysian government. They were appointed by yang di-Pertuan agong to become the head of country where they need to control our country (Malaysia).

So, the first prime minister is Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al Haj.

 Born on 8 February 1903. He served from 31 August 1957 until 21 September 1970. Known as father of independence because he successfully managed to bring independence to the country without bloodshed. He became the first leader of Umno Malaya. 

The second prime minister is Tun Abdul Razak Bin Haji Dato' Hussin.

Born on 11 March 1922. He served from 22 September 1970 until 14 January 1976. Known as the Father of Development.

Abdul Razak also create a systematic development plan through the Development Plan for five years; starting the First and Second Malaysia Plan as a catalyst for the NEP. He mooted the idea of ​​the establishment of the Barisan Nasional after witnessing the tragedy May 13, 1969 with developing the Alliance.

Next, the third prime minister is .... TUN HUSSEIN ONN.

Born on 1922. He served from 15 January 1976 until 16 July 1981. Known as the father of unity. after Tun Abdul Razak passed away, with its main agenda: he continue to develop the country. 

Although his tenure as Prime Minister rather short, but Tun Hussein is known as a consistent leader and not a lot of controversy.

The forth prime minister is ... TUN DR. MAHATHIR MOHAMAD

Born on 20 Disember 1925. He served from 16 July 1981 until 31 October 2003. Known as father of modernisation. Tun Dr Mahathir was born in Seberang Perak, Alor Star, Kedah. He was Prime Minister of the longest in the history of the country, ie 22 years. Known as father of modernisation.  Leaders called Mind Trigger Malaysia towards a developed country vocal range of innovative ideas that are deemed ahead of his time.

The fifth prime minister is ... Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi.

Born on 26 November 1963 in Kepala Batas, Pulau Pinang. Known as "Paklah". Pak Lah who was appointed as the deputy prime minister on January 8, 1999 and Minister of Interior. During his tenure, he supervised the implementation and Islamic policy in line with current trends and the Look East Policy which aims to cultivate good work ethics among the Malaysian workforce.

            

And the last person who is still the prime minister now is... Datuk Seri Najib

Born on 23 July 1953 the Prime Minister of Malaysia since 3 April 2009, in addition to the Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Pekan, Pahang. He is the eldest son of former prime minister Malaysia second, Tun Abdul Razak Dato 'Hussein. He was the President of  UMNO. He got involved in politics after the sudden death of his father, Tun Abdul Razak Hussein. He was unopposed Pekan parliamentary seat .

#NOTE some sources are from

• http://merdekam3t5bgen14.blogspot.my/2013/08/senarai-perdana-menteri-pertama-hingga.html
• http://www.phat.my/2014/05/senarai-6-perdana-menteri-malaysia-dulu.html

RUKUN NEGARA

Assalamualaikum guyss!

As for today im thinking to share to you guys about our "rukun negara" or our country's pledge. As a Malaysian, we need and must to memorize and remember this pledge.

After Malaysia Merdeka and the country began to be developed, little by little there is a gap between affluence and poverty of the countryside, the luxury of the non-Malays and Malays hardship that caused dissatisfaction among the people. This led to some confusion and disputes involving the opposite occurred in several areas in Malaya. Upon the occurrence of the bloody May 13, 1969, the government saw the need for a formula to solve this problem. Among the objectives of the Rukun Negara is to achieve greater unity among all people, creating a just society so that prosperity can be shared fairly and equitably.

National Consultative Council responsible thinkers in the drafting of national unity and seeking a way to be able to overcome dividing lines between ethnic. Thus, the birth of a new national ideology of Rukun Negara enacted as the state philosophy and a new approach towards creating a stable nation. In addition, the Legislative Council of State also began to use the theme to celebrate independence every year as a measure to maintain the spirit of patriotism and foster racial harmony.

#NOTE some sources are from

• http://www.malaysiancoin.com/2014/07/sejarah-dan-maksud-rukun-negara-malaysia.html

NATIONAL ANTHEM

Assalamualaikum and hello people!!
So today, I think I want to teach you guys to sing hahaha. What song? try and guesss! I want to teach you guys to sing our national anthem song entitled Negaraku.

so, here are the lyrics

#short isn't it? hahaha it tooks me 5 minutes to memorize the lyrics

let me tell you the history of this song


According to records, there are two sources on the origins of the National Anthem before the national anthem became the National Anthem of Malaysia. The song is an anthem of Perak and in addition also a popular song called Light of the Moon. According to Tuan Haji Mustafa Albakri, the Keeper of the Rulers, the song was used for the first time as the Perak State anthem in 1901, which at the time of the coronation of King Edward VII of England. Murshidul'adzam Sultan Idris Shah (late Rahmatullah) to be Sultan of Perak from 1887 to 1916. At the time of the coronation of King Edward VII in 1901, Sultan Idris has traveled to England as a representative of the Malay Rulers for the Federated Malay States in The Installation ceremony. When arriving at the Port of Southampton, a protocol officer from the Colonial Office boarded the ship and asked the Perak State anthem. It is the practice in England at the time that when the Heads of State or king departs, the country's national anthem was played. At the time Perak did not have their own anthem. Raja Harun bin Sultan Abdullah, Secretary to the Sultan is a musician. He even aware that Perak did not have their own anthem did not want to admit defeat.

After hearing a description of Harun bin Sultan Abdullah the protocol officer  let him play the song without notes. Then he played the Perak State anthem without not. The song is actually Terang Bulan. With the Terang Bulan on earth England in 1901 for the first time and also the Perak State anthem. From that moment the song Terang Bulan Perak State anthem until it became the National Anthem National Anthem and Malaysia.

#NOTE some sources are from

• http://azman2020.blogspot.my/2008/10/lagu-kebangsaan-malaysia.html

OUR NATIONAL FLOWER

Assalamualaikum everbody!! I hope you guys are doing well =)

My entry for today is about our national flower which we call it "bunga raya". I bet you guys might wondering why we chose ''bunga raya'' as our national flower ''smirk face'' hahaha. 

Basically this is bunga raya. isn't it beautiful ?

Now, I would like to share to you guys, why and how bunga raya had been chosen to be our national flower.

At the end of 1958, the Ministry of Agriculture has submitted seven types of flowers to be chosen as the national flower. The flowers were the hibiscus, jasmine, frangipani flowers, lilies, roses and flower cape. To choose flowers which was appointed as the national flower, a study was conducted by the Department of Information for the public reaction. The study was conducted by mobile units of the Information Department of the city and villages in Peninsular Malaysia. The study showed that residents of the East Coast to choose roses and West Coast residents prefer jasmine.

Based on these criteria, on July 28, 1960, Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj has been declared as the national flower hibiscus. Today, the choice of hibiscus as the national flower looks so right for what he has five petals symbolize the five principles of the Rukun Negara and the breakdown of this flower is also represented as an interest unity.

#NOTE some sources are from

• https://www.facebook.com/notes/aura-aurum/tahukah-anda-kenapa-bunga-raya-dipilih-sebagai-bunga-kebangsaan-negara-kita-/155340271155083/
• http://pmr.penerangan.gov.my/index.php/profil-malaysia/7959-bunga-kebangsaan.html

WHAT AND WHERE IS MALAYSIA ????

Assalamualaikum. well this my first entry and i'm a bit nervous to write this. 

Do you guys know Malaysia? What is Malaysia? Where is it Malaysia??

so let me tell you about Malaysia

Malaysia is a beautiful and diverse country with plenty of attractions and was a British colony. Located in Southeast Asia, covers 328,657 square kilometres of land and 1,190 square kilometres of water. Consists two geographical regions which are South China sea: the peninsular Malaysia (or west Malaysia) and bordered by Thailand on the north while Singapore in south, and Malaysian Borneo (East Malaysia) located on the Northern part of the island of Borneo, surrounding the Sultanate of Brunei and bordering Indonesia. Malaysia is a multi-religious and multi-racial country and Islam is the official religion. It also has many culture, food and religion and this makes this country the perfect destination for tourists. The country has developed enormously in the past 50 years. Malaysia’s capital city is Kuala Lumpur where we can find modern buildings, luxurious shopping mall and modern public transport known as light rail transit system (lrt). Malay is their official language but, English is widely used.

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#NOTE some sources are from

• http://www.mapsofworld.com/malaysia/malaysia-location-map.html
• http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/asia/my.htm

MALAYSIA INDEPENDENCE DAY

INDEPENDENCE DAY !!

Declaration of Independence of Malaya was an event to announce Malaya's independence day on 31 August 1957. This date was chosen in a meeting between Tun Sardon Umno Youth chief spokesman and his deputy Haji Ahmad Badawi (the father of Prime Minister-5) in Kepala Batas, Penang in 1956. Penang Mufti, Haji Abdullah Fahim (father Haji Ahmad Badawi) also participated in the discussion.

Before the proclamation of the independence of Malaya, on August 30, 1957 at 12:00 midnight in Padang Kelab Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, was held the ceremony of the Union Jack to mark the end of British rule in Malaya and the birth of a new nation that is sovereign, equal and deserving all sovereign countries in the world. Federation of Malaya flag was raised by members of the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) witnessed own olehTunku Abdul Rahman.

On August 31, 1957 at the newly inaugurated stadium of Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur has witnessed a historic event for Malaya, which was officially handing over the administration of the Federation of Malaya from British citizens of Malaya.

Heavy rain since 3 am and facing some difficulties until 6.30 am, the stadium has not been filled by visitors and the ceremony was delayed for an hour and begins at eight o'clock. 

At 8, the media have been told to be ready and all the cameras and media equipment were installed with a protective plastic or other waterproof liner around the pitch damp. Incidentally, the rain let up that allows all the preparations before the ceremony began to be carried out easily. Visitors witnessed the historic event.

Among the groups of visitors who arrive at the stadium is the Cadets, Sea Scouts (with a white dress, white hat and blue shorts), Guides (dressed in blue), Scout (with a cloth scarf, red and gold, red and black, red and blue, red and white), Brigade Team St. John's Ambulance and British Red Cross also took place on the stage.

Then, the guest-of-honor began to arrive, Lord Chancellor of England dressed the same as when he became a judge of the Federal High Court. Acting Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan is the Malay Rulers who first arrived followed by Tengku Mahkota Johor (in dress military uniform he) who replaced Sultan of Johor, Sultan of Perak (dressed in a cream-colored), Sultan (dressed in gold with dark red and green) Sultan of Kelantan (dressed in pale gold), the Sultan of Kedah (dressed in blue and silver) Raja Perlis (dressed in gold), the Sultan of Pahang (red shrubs and silver) and lastly, he yang di-Pertuan Agong dressed in brown and wearing the new sheath. Accompanied each of his trumpet and stand under the umbrella of golden yellow while the Yang di-Pertuan Agong walked to his seat. Visitors in the stadium is still standing when the Duke of Gloucester came in, accompanied by Sir Donald MacGillivray. With the arrival of all the royal guest, the ceremony commenced Declaration.

 Adikung Duke took the letter of the constitution which states that the withdrawal of British protection against the Malay states and the sovereignty of Penang and Malacca. Malay rulers began to step on the stage and the Duke took place in front of the stage as he received a royal honor while accompanied by Sir Donald MacGillivray. When it was the last time a state ceremony singing the British national at the Federation of Malaya. Then, he read out a message from His Majesty the Duke of Queen Elizabeth II's statement that he welcomes the entry into the Commonwealth Games Federation and pray for the success of this country.

Later, Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman got up from his seat and received the letter of the constitution as a symbol of surrender to the dominion of the Federation of Malaya. Duke took a seat and Tunku began his speech in English. 

The declaration was greeted with the word of "Merdeka" for 7 times. Federation of Malaya flag was raised to the accompaniment of the national anthem that is played for the first time. Followed by the prayer by Datuk Hassan Azhari as the symbolic birth of a new country where Islam is the official religion of the Federation of Malaya.

With the sound of the trumpet, Yang di-Pertuan Agong, accompanied by the Duke of Gloucester, departed from the stage, followed by other Malay government, the Prime Minister and Sir Donald MacGillivray. Then, Doa Selamat was read for the blessing and the blessing of God to a new country is born.

With that declaration, marked the end of British colonial rule and the power of His Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to the Federation of Malaya, including Penang and Melakaiaitu for over 170 years. On the same day the last British High Commissioner in Malaya, Sir Donald MacGillivray and his wife had left the country and returned to England.

#NOTE some of the sources are from

• http://www.arkib.gov.my/web/guest/pengisytiharan-kemerdekaan-tanah-melayu

HISTORY OF MALAYSIA

History of Malaysia is said to begin in the days of the Malacca Sultanate, namely around 1400 Masihi. At the peak of its glory, the imperial territory covers most of the Peninsula and the East Coast of Sumatra. Melaka emerged as a  government because of its strategic location which is a meeting point between East Asia and West Asia. This situation allows Melaka emerged as a major trading centre especially for the spice trade in Southeast Asia. Islam emerged as a major religion that spread and become the main religion of the inhabitants of Melaka as the King himself was converted to the religion.

On 1511, Malacca fell to the Portuguese and the beginning of this year Malaya was in the colonial era. After that, Malaya fell to the Dutch on 1641 and eventually fell into the hands of the British in 1824 by the Anglo-Dutch. British Invasion was the longest occupation. British interfering all the Malaya administration which was previously managed by rulers with the help of state dignitaries. British intervention has caused discontent among the locals. Some people rose up against the occupiers but because of their efforts to be more individual, the opposition easily broken by the British. Among the personalities who rose up against the occupiers is Dol Said, Tok Janggut, Datuk Bahaman, Iris, Datuk Maharaja, Laundry Rosli and some other figures.

In the 1920s and 1930s, many residents of Malaya began to get an education, whether from the Middle East or the local education. As a result, the educated classes who began championing the spirit of nationalism. They use media such as newspapers and magazines to spread their ideology. Some of them have formed associations such as the Union Melayu Muda (KMM) and the Singapore Malay Union (KMS), which aims to expel the occupiers and establish self-government. When the people of this country are so eager to end the occupation, they were shocked by the Japanese landing at the end of 1941 which marked the beginning of another era of colonialism in Malaya. Japan had occupied Malaya until 1945 before giving up due to the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Japanese retreat had allowed the Communist Party of Malaya (CPM) for control of Malaya. PKM has to act violently, killing and destroying public property with impunity, forcing the British to declare a state of emergency in Malaya (1948-1960). CPM violence not conquered Malaya and British returned to power. This recognition has received strong opposition from local residents and thorough. On May 11, 1946, the establishment of UMNO has fuelled the rebellion and so sow the seeds of struggle toward self-government. 

#NOTE some sources are from

• http://www.asianinfo.org/asianinfo/malaysia/pro-history.htm
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PURPOSE OF DOING THIS BLOG

Assalamualaikum and hello everybody. =)

basically I am newbie here. There reason why i'm creating this is because assignment purpose. Actually I already have this one feeling to have my own blog  because I love to read blogs. The reason why I still did not have my own blog is because I keep on postpone to do it. I'm having some trouble issues I guess? haha. So, this assignment somehow help to or push me to create this blog and Insyaallah i will keep on posting new entries that will give you guys some benefits or new knowledge after reading my blogs.

So, as for now i am going to post for about 15 entries about the uniqueness of Malaysia. The reason why I am choose this topic is because I want to no more about my Beloved country. Eventhough I'm a Malaysian, trust me, not all I know about Malaysia. secondly is because, I want everybody to know about my country. What we have in our country.  Furthernore, I want everybody to know about Malaysia, a country which has many types of culture, food, religion and many more! Sounds ineresting right ? I hope you guys will enjoy my writting. =)

Oh! I almost forget to introduce myself. My name is Shahirah Afiqah BT. Rijaluddin. i am 20 years old. Came from Kedah but currently staying in Shah Alam. I am studying in Kuantan. I think that's all from me know. Don't forget to read my blog!!