Attraction type: Museum, Gallery
Muzium Istana, or the
Royal Museum, is also known as Istana Batu, and it is located in Kota
Bharu town in the state of Kelantan. Kelantan, meaning “Land of
Lighting”, is a state with green fields, abundant villages of
traditional fishing peoples, and beaches lined with casuarinas. Located
in the northeast corner of peninsula, Kelantan holds numerous exciting
opportunities for tourists, including river cruises, river rafting, bird
watching, and jungle trekking.
- Muzium Istana
This museum originally belonged to the
Royal Family of Kelantan. This unique blue-and-white palace was built
in 1939. It was home of the crown prince, Ismail Petra, till it was
handed over to the state and turned into a repository for the history of
the Kelantan royal family. There is a magnificent display of royal
arts, furniture, and artifacts that belonged to the former sultans.
Tips for Travelers
Originally a palace and a venue for
royal weddings, it was one of the first concrete buildings in the state
of Kelantan. Built from the inspiration of HRH Sultan Ismail Ibni
Almarhum Sultan Muhammad IV (1920-1944), this palace was gift for the
marriage of his nephew Sultan Yahya Petra Ibni Almarhum, the Sultan
Ibrahim Petra (from 1961 to 1979). However, in 1969, this building was
transformed into a Royal Museum.
Today, this building is open for anyone
who wants to have a view of the royal family of Kelantan and their
lifestyle. Each room has installed exhibitions of black and white
photographs portraying their social activities, whether it be a birthday
celebration, an overseas trips, a royal family portrait, or a black tie
event.
Moreover, costumes and furniture
antiques are also on display, as well as priceless artifacts including
crystal, brass, and silverware. Also, included are the official gifts
from the leaders.
Muzium Istana Entry Fee & Visiting Hours
Entrance fee for Adult: RM 2.00 per person
Entrance fee for Student’s (below 12 years): RM 0.50
Entrance fee for University Student’s: RM 1.00
Entrance fee for Student’s (below 12 years): RM 0.50
Entrance fee for University Student’s: RM 1.00
Visiting Hours: 09.00am - 5.30pm.
Directions to Muzium Istana Melaka
The museum is located at Jalan Hilir
Kota, just 500 meters away from Kota Bharu town. It is situated behind
the Muhammadi Mosque and opposite the Istana Balai Besar.
Tip: The museum is located
within the walking distance from the famous Melaka Equatorial hotel.
Melaka Equatorial hotel is a common stop for most of the buses coming
from Singapore.
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LOT C 24, DATARAN PAHLAWAN MELAKA MEGAMALL
75000 BANDAR HILIR, MELAKA.
EMAIL : cardova_creative@yahoo.com
TEL : 06- 2845553 HP : 013-2665553
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