MALAYSIA - Traditional Malay Architecture

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TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE
Malaysia



A fascinating fusion of tradition and modernity, Malaysia's architecture today is a reflection of Asia's many styles. Traditional Malay architecture employs sophisticated architectural processes ideally suited to tropical conditions such as structures built on stilts, which allow cross-ventilating breeze beneath the dwelling to cool the house whilst mitigating the effects of the occasional flood. High-pitched roofs and large windows not only allow cross-ventilation but are also carved with intricate organic designs.

Traditional houses in Negeri Sembilan were built of hard wood and entirely free of nails. They are built using beams, which are held together by wedges. A beautiful example of this type of architecture can be seen in the Old Palace of Sri Menanti in Negeri Sembilan, which was built around 1905.

Another truly magnificent example of Malay architectural creativity is the Istana Kenangan in the royal town of Kuala Kangsar. Built in 1926, it is the only Malay palace made of bamboo walls.

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Istana Kenangan
Perak



Istana Kenangan was built around the same time as Istana Iskandariah. After the calamity of the Big Flood of 1926, when the original palace, Istana Sri Sayong, was almost swept away, a decision was made to built a new palace that is on higher ground. Istana Kenangan was built as a temporary mausoleum for the late Duli Yang Maha Mulia Sultan Iskandar Shah (Marhum Kadasallah), while awaiting the completion of Istana Iskandariah nearby.

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Istana Sri Menanti
Negeri Sembilan



Sri Menanti Palace was used as the royal residence until 1932. The central tower which was used as a treasury and royal archives, can only be reached by latter from the Sultan's private rooms, and is not open to the public. At the apex of the structure is a projection type known as "open scissors"
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Terengganu State Museum
Terengganu



A place where royal family placed they're relic or artifact of ancient history at here even artifact of local state.
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Sultan Mahmud International Airport
Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu

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Istana Melawati
Putrajaya



Istana Melawati is the second national palace of Malaysia's Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King) in Putrajaya after the Istana Negara, Kuala Lumpur. It serves as a royal retreat for the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

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Istana Balai Besar Gates
Kelantan



One of the oldest palaces in the country is found in Kota Baru. The Istana Balai Besar, or Palace with the Great Hall, was built by Sultan Muhammad II in the early 1840s. It was to be used as his residence in place of the current one that was threatened by natural erosion. Now, the palace is no longer home to royalty, but is instead used as a venue for ceremonial functions.
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PULLMAN PUTRAJAYA HOTEL
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Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum
Melaka



The Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum is a museum located in Malacca, Malaysia. The building is a modern reconstruction of the palace of the sultans of Malacca. It showcases the history of the region.
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Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
Kedah



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Istana Budaya (The Palace of Culture)
Official Website: http://www.istanabudaya.gov.my
Kuala Lumpur



The Istana Budaya or The Palace of Culture, founded in September 1999, is Malaysia's main venue for all types of theatre including musical theater, operetta, classical concert and opera from local and international performances. It is located next to the National Art Gallery in Jalan Tun Razak at the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
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The ROYALE CHULAN Hotel
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Kuala Lumpur



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Modern Malay house
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OMG, don't make a new thread discussing the same topic. It's totally unnecessary.
And again, when we talk bout Melayu (as a tribe and cultural entity) we can't separate Indonesia-Malaysia-Singapore. So, the tittle has to be changed I think.

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MALAYSIA - Traditional Malay Architecture
Laguna Redang Island
Terengganu

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Pangkor Laut Resort
Pangkor Laut Island, Perak
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Malay traditional design bridge
@ Cyberjaya, Selangor
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Sultan Iskandariah Shah Bridge
(Kuala Kangsar - Sayong), Perak
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Traditional boat

Traditional fishing boat
Source: National Toursism Office of Malaysia

@ Putrajaya Lake
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@ Kenyir Lake, Terengganu
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