Kelantan - State And Attractions

Kelantan - State And Attractions | Kelantan is positioned in the north-east of Peninsular Malaysia. It is bordered by Narathiwat Province of Thailand to the north, Terengganu to the south-east, Perak to the west, and Pahang to the south. To the north-east of Kelantan is the South China Sea.

Kelantan is located in the north-eastern corner of the peninsula, Kelantan, which is said to translate as the "Land of Lightning" (see alternate theories below), is an agrarian state with lush paddy fields, rustic fishing villages and casuarina-lined beaches. Kelantan is home to some of the most ancient archaeological discoveries in Malaysia, including several prehistoric aboriginal settlements.

Due to Kelantan's relative isolation and largely rural lifestyle, Kelantanese culture differs somewhat from Malay culture in the rest of the peninsula; this is reflected in the cuisine, arts, and the peculiar Kelantanese Malay dialect, which is unintelligible even for some speakers of standard Malay.

Districts

Districts in Kelantan are called Jajahans, though actually the direct translation of Tanah Jajahan in Malay to English is 'Occupied Territories'. Kelantan was a divided feudal state, a common situation in the Malay Peninsula, with separate petty local rulers. However, a strong one managed to rise and conquer all these small petty territories. In the end, Kelantan became united under one Sultan.

1. Jajahan Kota Bharu
2. Jajahan Pasir Mas
3. Jajahan Tumpat
4. Jajahan Pasir Puteh
5. Jajahan Bachok
6. Jajahan Kuala Krai
7. Jajahan Machang
8. Jajahan Tanah Merah
9. Jajahan Jeli
10. Jajahan Gua Musang
11. Jajahan Dabong
12. Jajahan Kota Mahligai

Kelantan  Attractions 

1. Wat Phothivihan
Wat Phothivihan is a one of 25 temples found in Tumpat. The temple houses a 40-metre statue of a sleeping Buddha, which is the longest of its kind in Southeast Asia.

2. Pantai Cahaya Bulan (Moonlight Beach)

3. Pantai Bisikan Bayu  (Beach of Whispering Breeze)

4. Pantai Irama (Beach Of Melody)

5. Handicraft Village and Craft Museum
6. Kota Baharu Walking Tour
7. Siti Khadijah Market
8. War Museum
9. Kuala Krai Dabong River Cruise
10. Gunung Stong State Park
11. Istana Balai Besar (The Grand Palace)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelantan

How To Survive Road Trips With The Kids

How To Survive Road Trips With The Kids |Everyone loves holidays but not everyone loves the car ride to get there - especially if you have the kids with you! Any long car trip can start to feel a little cramped with everyone squeezed in tight. If you're looking for ways to keep the kids occupied in the back seat and just generally survive your next road trip, follow a few of these tips. With any luck, you'll have a comfortable, happy car for the whole drive!

Plan Your Breaks

Kids in cars for too long does not equal a good time! Look up your route on Google Maps before you head out and plan your breaks. Make notes of a few fun places to stop, pick somewhere for lunch and try to find locations where the kids will be able to run around and burn off some energy before they jump back in the car. It might take a couple of hours longer but the time spent in the car will be far less toxic.

Don't Bring Sugary Treats

It is hard not to, but it's generally a good idea to leave the more sugary treats at home. Snacks should be salty and savoury - leave the juice boxes in the fridge. Always pack water and never pack Skittles; it can be hard to follow but it will mean less hyperactivity and a much quieter, calmer car ride. Alternatively, load up on sugary snacks when the trip begins and the kids will be out cold within an hour! Kidding... of course - but if you do have to bring a few sweets, make sure they take a while to chew.

Portable DVDs and Videos

Don't be those parents that believe technology is evil during family time! Some feel it's "for the best" to keep the fun toys at home, but really there is no better time to have the portable DVD player, Nintendo or iPad with you. A bit of technology to keep the kids occupied isn't going to ruin the trip and you'll get to enjoy a break while they're occupied watching cartoons and playing Pokemon.

Play Car Games

Car games are great. They're lots of fun for everybody in the family and, even if they only kill a half an hour, they're still making the time go a little faster. I Spy is a classic but every family seems to have their own favourites. They won't do for the whole trip but don't forget to make the most of them - you don't get to play car games any other time!

Enjoy the ride and have fun with a few of these suggestions. Plenty of entertainment, lots of healthy snacks and pre-planned stops are all you need to survive a long road trip with the kids and make it to your destination in one piece.

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