Things to see and do Northeast

The Kelantan Royal Ceremonies Museum is housed in a former royal palace, better known as the Istana Jahar. Built in 1887, the palace is a veritable jewel, bearing witness to the skill and expertise of the craftsmen of the time. The museum introduces visitors to royal rituals such as marriage and birth ceremonies, circumcision and head shaving. The interior of the house is very elegant, with a splendid veranda and wrought-iron staircases.

Just a stone's throw from Independence Square, in the museum district, this beautiful wooden building is bound to catch your eye. More than the contents of the museum, which traces the arrival of Islam in Kelantan and tells the story of the region's muftis, the interest lies in the building itself. Built in 1902 as the main residence of the Prime Minister of Kelantan, the house features beautiful carved wooden panels both inside and out. The multi-storey roof is covered with clay tiles from southern Thailand.