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Wood Carving From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
On both the peninsula and in Borneo, wood carving reaches an astounding level of intricacy. What is truly special about this art form in Malaysia is that all of her cultures have perfected it. You see… more
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Weaving From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
The jungle provides an abundance of ideal materials for Malaysia's many types of weaving. The thorny vines of the rattan tree, for example, are worked and woven into comfortable chairs and tables -- u… more
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Pewter Making From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
Having the world's largest reserves of tin, it seems appropriate enough that Malaysia also produces what is widely regarded as the world's finest pewter. Most of it is produced at the Royal Selangor P… more
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Kite Making From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
Kites, called waus, are painstakingly designed and crafted in vibrant colors and patterns. Intricate floral cutouts are pasted on, building up the design until the kite is ready for the bright paper t… more
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The Art of Making Kris From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
A kris is can only be made by an empu, a revered artisan who is also endowed with magical powers. Once an empu selects a day to begin the task, he fasts and prays, warding off evil spirits and win… more
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BATIK From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
Hindu traders first brought batik to Malaysia eons ago, and the art of dying fabric has been an established tradition for centuries. Designs are first sketched out on cloth, then blocked off with wax … more
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THINGS TO KNOW From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
Population: 18,410,920 Capital: Kuala Lumpur Flag: Fourteen equal horizontal stripes of red (top) alternating with white (bottom); there is a blue rectangle in the upper hoist-side corner bear… more
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CURRENCY From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
The Malaysian unit of currency is the Ringgit (M$), which is divided into 100 sen. Currency comes in notes of M$1, M$5, M$10, M$20, M$50, M$100, M$500 and M$1,000. Coins are issued in 1 sen, 5 sen, 10… more
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LOCAL CUSTOMS From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
General: Everyday etiquette is relaxed and straightforward. Visitors behaving courteously are unlikely to unintentionally give offense. Seniority is greatly respected within Malay households. The … more
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PEOPLE AND CULTURE From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
Malaysia has a combined population of over 18 million people. Because of its central location, between the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea, Malaysia has traditionally been a meeting point for tra… more
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WEATHER CONDITIONS From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
Malaysia enjoys a tropical climate with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. Temperatures typically range from 70 to 90ºF (22 to 33ºC) and cooler in the highlands. With the occurrence of the annual… more
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GENERAL INFORMATION From
liana1302
in MALAYSIAN CRAFT REVIEW
(856 days old)
Malaysia is located in the heart of Southeast Asia, slightly north of the Equator. Consisting of 127,000 sq. miles (330,200 sq. km), Malaysia is divided into two main regions: Peninsular Malaysia, whi… more
