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History
of Alor
Star(kedah)  Alor Star
was founded in 1735 by Kedah’s 19th Ruler, Sultan
Muhammad Jiwa Zainal Adilin Mu’azzam Shah and is the state’s eighth
administrative centre since the establishment of the Kedah Sultanate in 1136.
The earlier administrative centres were located in Kota Bukit Meriam, Kota
Sungai Emas, Kota Siputeh, Kota Naga, Kota Sena, Kota Indera Kayangan and Kota
Bukit Pinang.
"Alor"
or more correctly, "alur" is Malay for a groove, furrow
or main stream of a channel. In Tamil "alur"
means drain. "Star" or "setar" is a tree with small, sour
fruit (Bouea macrophylla) also known as either "kundang" or
"remia" in Malay. The uniqueness of
these fruits is that when you split the seed, each part is purple in colour.
The city had
been sacked twice when Kedah was attacked by the Bugis in 1770 and the
Siamese in 1821.
Significant
events held here included the handing back of Perlis and Setul (now Satun) to Kedah by the
Siamese in May 1897 (both provinces were separated from Kedah since 1821) and a
90-day festival from June to September 1904 to celebrate the wedding of the
five children of Sultan Abdul Hamid Halim Shah.
Alor Star
had been officially granted as a city – the ninth in Malaysia, on 21
December
2003, during which the
spelling of its name was officially changed to Alor Star from the prior Alor
Setar. The proclamation ceremony to declare the Kedah capital a city was held
at Dataran Tunku, Alor Star. Among those present at the historic ceremony were
the Kedah's Sultan Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah and his consort Che'
Puan Haminah Hamidun, the Raja Muda of Kedah and Raja Puan Muda (Heir
Apparent
of Kedah State and his
consort), members of the Kedah royalty, parliament members and state exco members. The
ceremony was also witnessed by civilians and tourists.
Tourist Attractions in Alor Star(kedah)
Balai Besar
known as the "Great Hall", this impressive edifice
is an excellent testimony of the pas historical and cultural relationship
between Kedah and Thailand. Built in 1898, it is currently used by the Sultan
for royal and state functions.
Pekan Rabu
literally means "Wednesday Market", is located in the middle of Alor Setar. It is well known among the local population and tourists from outside Kedah. Moreover, the fourth Malaysian Prime Minister, Tun Dr. Mahathir, was once a trader in Pekan Rabu.
Menara Alor Setar
(Telekom Tower)
this tower is a prominent
and modern landmark that signifies the rapid development in the state of Kedah.
It functions as both a telecommunications tower and a tourist attraction.
Rumah Kelahiran Mahathir
when visiting this place, you will be able to view items during his childhood, his schooldays, till the time he became a doctor. There are photos, furniture and other household items. You can even take a look at his old bicycle.
The Mausoleum of Sultan
Muzaffar Shah (1136 - 1179)
which is located in the district of Kuala Muda. Maharaja Derbar Raja was the first ruler who converted to Islam and changes his name to Sultan Muzaffar Shah.
Bujang Valley (Lembah Bujang)
The Bujang Valley is a sprawling
historical site located in the foothills of Gunung Jerai. It is the richest
archaeological area in Malaysia. Archaeological research indicates that an
ancient Hindu-Buddhist kingdom ruled here as early as 300 AD. More than 50 ancient
tomb temples, called candi, have been unearthed here.
Balai Nobat (Hall of Drums)
Gunung Jerai
Gunung Jerai (1,200 meters) is the highest spot in the
northern region of Peninsular Malaysia. The peak of Gunung Jerai offers
breathtaking views and can be reached via the nature trail or by road.
Alor Setar
The capital of Kedah has many modern structures and shopping complexes of historical significance. Its long association with Thailand is evident in the Thai temples around the city. Nonetheless, it is still very much a Malay city with fewer Chinese and Indians than other west coast cities.
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