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The Pahang flag comprises two equal horizontal stripes of black and white. The
white, which is above the black, represents the Ruler and the black denotes the
rakyat.
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The head of the spear, one of the elements of the State regalia, symbolises the
sovereignty of the Ruler. It will be observed that the head of the spear is not
commensurate with its length; this is because it is meant to represent the
shape of a coffee-tree leaf. According to tradition Sultan Ahmad, who had made
many attempts to gain the throne of Pahang, foresaw his final triumph as the
result of an incident, which involved a cup of coffee served to him whilst in
Terengganu preparing for a final assault. The Malay Annals the elephant had
close associations with Malay rulers and their protocol, in particular their
use as royal transport.
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| Area : 35,965 sq km |
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| State Capital : Kuantan
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| Royal Town : Pekan
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| Head of State : Duli Yang Maha Mulia
Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Al-Musta’in Billah Ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Abu Bakar
Ri’yatuddin Al-Mu’ddzam Shah DKP, DK, DKM, SSAP, SIMP, DMN, DK (Perak), DK
(Johor), DK (Kelantan), DK (Terengganu), DK (Perlis) , DK (Kedah), DK (Brunei
), DK (Negeri Sembilan), DK (Selangor), Qiladah Badar al-Qubra (Saudi Arabia),
Qiladah al-Mubarak al-Kabir (Kuwait), Grand Order of the Mugunghwa (Korea
Selatan), Hon. D. Litt (Universiti Malaya), LLD.Hc. (Northrop, USA)
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| Chief Minister : Y.A.B Dato’ Seri
Adnan Yaakob SSAP, DSAP |
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| District : Bentong, Bera, Cameron
Highlands, Jerantut, Kuantan, Lipis, Maran, Pekan, Raub, Rompin, Temerloh |
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Pahang Darul Makmur ( Abode of Tranquility ) |
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The Land of Natural Treasures |
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Pahang is the largest state in Peninsular Malaysia and
is situated in the eastern coastal region. Edenic, the state's 35,964 sq. km
encompasses a remarkable range of Malaysia's many different environments, from
edenic lush unspoiled jungles to the majestic peaks and from cool hill regions
on the west to the miles of soft sand beach along the South China Sea. The
natural heart of Pahang is unquestionably Taman Negara, Malaysia's oldest
national park, lovingly referred to as "The Green Heart". The peninsula's
highest point, Gunung Tahan is encrusted within this park. In the interior,
there are many of Malaysia's hill stations, mountain resorts where the tropical
heat is kept at bay by the altitude. On the coast of Pahang, the jungle gives
way to clean, palm-lined beaches, fishing villages, and the multicultural state
capital, Kuantan. Pahang's nearly one million people constitute a
representative mix of Malaysia's three main ethnic communities-- Malay,
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Evidents of habitation in Pahang dates back to the
Mesolithic Era. Long famous for the deposits of tin and gold found along the
upper reaches of the Tembeling River, Pahang had attracted the interest of
outside powers long before the founding of Malacca in 1400. Under the control
of the maritime empire of Srivijaya (centred around Palembang in southeast
Sumatra), Pahang had expanded to cover the entire southern portion of the Malay
peninsula in the eight and ninth centuries. With the collapse of Srivijaya
power around 1000, Pahang was claimed first by the Siamese and then, in the
late fifteenth century, by Malacca. After Malacca fell to the Portuguese in
1511, Pahang became a key part of the territorial struggles between Acheh,
Johor, the Portuguese, and the Dutch. Repeated raids, invasions, and
occupations devastated the state, until the decline of both Achenese and
Portuguese power in the early 17th century allowed Johor (the successor state
to Malacca) to re-establish its influence. In 1888, however, British
imperialism manifested itself in Pahang with an appointment of a British
Resident. In 1896, it became part of the Federated Malay States until the
Japanese invasion. After the war, it joined the Malayan Union and later the
Federation of Malaya, now known as Malaysia. |
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The Tembiling pottery of Pahang is used for cooking and
storing food. Also noteworthy are blowpipes and other bamboo products of the
hill tribes near Cameron Highlands. |
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Shopping |
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The sprawling Teruntum Complex, Kuantan Parade, Berjaya Megamall and Kuantan Plaza offer the best shopping anywhere on the East Coast. Complete with cineplexes, food courts and a diverse selection of trendy shops, these complexes offer a wide scope for entertainment and shopping. For visitors looking for something different, there are night markets within the various neighborhoods in Kuantan. Craft shops can be found at Medan Pelancong (Jalan Besar), Kompleks Kraftangan (Jalan Pintas), Sungai Karang and Cherating. Pandanus household articles, wood carvings and batik are sold at reasonable prices here. Places to shop for fine fabric include the Pahang Silk Weaving Center in Pulau Keladi, Pekan. |
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Berjaya Megamall is the largest shopping centre in the east coast with five levels within the building measuring about 150,000 square feet. Retail outlets that offer a wide variety of choices cover the lower ground floor to the second floor. Entertainment centres are on the third floor while ample parking is available on the fourth and fifth floors. Pasaraya Hugo is another shopping destination that features 290 retail outlets with a 33-lane bowling alley and an amusement centre. Fast food chains, restaurants and a food court that offer delicious recipes can also be found here. |
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