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Introduction
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State Emblem / Logo |
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The white crescent and star of five points denote royal sovereignty. The red
represents a warrior and the blue represents the universe.
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The crown denotes the Ruler. The four stars at the corners of the white shield
stand for the four original districts of the State, namely Johor Bahru, Muar,
Batu Pahat and Endau. The star and crescent signify Islam. The two tigers
rampant recall the period when wild beasts roamed the State. The floral
decorations below the shield represent gambier and black pepper, the two
original main products of the State. The State motto reads "In the Hands of
Allah."
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| Area : 18,986
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| State Capital :
Johor Bahru
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| Head of State :
Duli Yang Maha Mulia Sultan Mahmood Iskandar Al-Haj Ibni Al-Marhum Sultan
Ismail DK, SPMJ, SPDK, DK (Brunei), SSIJ, PIS, BSI |
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: Y.A.B Dato' Hj. Abdul Ghani Othman DKII (Johor), SMJ
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| District : Batu
Pahat, Johor Bahru, Kluang, Kota Tinggi, Mersing, Muar, Pontian, Segamat |
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Johor Darul Takzim |
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Johor Darul Takzim ( Abode of Peace ) |
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The Southern Gateway |
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Johor possesses a wide range of attractions,
from the exciting metropolitan atmosphere of Johor Bahru to the forests of
Endau-Rompin Park and the beautiful remote islands in the South China Sea.
Situated at the southern tip o the peninsula, just across the Straits of Johor
from Singapore (with which it is connected y a road and rail causeway) and made
up of eight districts – Johor Bahru, Pontian, Batu Pahat, Muar, Kota Tinggi,
Segamat, Mersing and Kluang, Johor is the third argest (19,984 sq km) and one
of the most developed states in Peninsular Malaysia. Johor's population exeds
two million people, comprising an ethnic mix of Malays, Cinese, Indians, and
other groups. Johor Bahru is the capital of the state.
With the Portuguese capture of Malacca in 1511, the Malay kingdom
re-established itself in Johor. For the next several centuries Johor played an
important role in the regional powerstruggles, eventually allying itself with
the Dutch in their successful capture of Malacca in 1641. Johor's modern
history began with Dato' Temenggong Daing Ibrahim, the son of Temenggong Abdul
Rahman, who was a descendant of Sultan Abdul Jalil IV of Johor. In 1855, under
the terms of a treaty between the British in Singapore and Sultan Ali of Johor,
control of the state was formally ceded to Dato` Temenggong Daing Ibrahim, who
began to develop Johor. Land was opened to Chinese settlers from Singapore, and
the cultivation of pepper was initiated, bringing Johor its initial economic
base. The Temenggong was succeeded by his son, Dato' Temenggong Abu Bakar, who
was formally crowned Sultan of Johor in 1866. Sultan Abu Bakar gave Johor its
constitution, developed its modern administrative system, and constructed the
Istana Besar the official residence of the Sultan. He is known today as the
Father of Modern Johor.
The state continued to flourish throughout the 19th and 20th century. Today its
economy continues to exhibit strong growth, with healthy industrial development
and outstanding trade and business facilities. The present ruler is His Majesty
Sultan Iskandar, who served from 1984 to 1989 as Malaysia's Eighth Yang Di
Pertuan Agong.
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Culture |
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The richness of Johor’s culture can be seen
in the traditional dresses, customs, beliefs, festivls, dances and pastimes.
The Zapin dance is one of the most popular, vibrant and dd the Johor
Rhio-Linggi Malay government. The art form is currently undergoing extensive
research and progressive development, conducted by experts and capable
choreographers from the foundation. Ghazal is a musical genre that hailed from
the Middle East and was adapted to suit the local culture. Like Zapin, the
Ghazal Johor is shedding its anonymous past and is a vital aspect of the
state’s heritage. The Sultan of Johor is said to be the state’s biggest
Keroncong fan. There are no less that 15 active Keroncong musical groups
throughout Johor performing and participating in various state functions and
activities for ensuring that the art stays alive.
Mawar Galery (Rose Gallery).
Songket weaving, batik printing and pottery making are among the crafts that
this handicraft centre is famous for. |
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Dining |
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The ethnic diversity of Johor has produced a wonderfully appetising blend of culinary delights, from fine expensive specialty to delicious local fare. The state is dotted with hawker venues throughout the state – Indian, Chinese, Malay and western food. Vegetarian food is also easily available in major towns. Tropical fruits like watermelon, rambutan, papaya, banana, starfruit, mangoes, mangosteen and guava are found in abundance in Johor. The durian, dubbed ‘The King of Fruits’, and Josapine, a unique hybrid of pineapple, are not to be missed.
Kong Kong. Further up from Pasir Gudang, this is a popular spot for seafood lovers and anglers. There is also a 117-acre agricultural park with various types of local fruit trees.
Pontian and Kukup.
These two tiny fishing villages along Johor's southwestern coast offer some of the best fresh seafood. The houses, as well as the restaurants, are built in traditional style on stilts and are connected to each other on wooden planks.
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Johor - Kedah -
Kelantan - Kuala Lumpur -
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