our ART

Kelantan is very famous for it’s traditional Malay arts, where cultures comes alive. From performance to traditional handmade creations.

• Dikir Barat – A group singing performance that consists rhythmic clapping and synchronised body movements.

• Wayang Kulit – A traditional shadow puppetry that tells a story of folklore and mythology.

• Batik – A traditional, hand-crafted textile known for its vibrant colours and floral design.

• Gasing – Large wooden spinning tops that uses rope to spin it.

• Wau – Wau is a traditional Malaysian kite. particularly for Kelantan it is Wau Bulan which is very large in size and also brightly decorated.

our cuisine

Kelantan is a food lover’s paradise, famous for its unique and flavourful cuisine that reflects the state’s rich cultural heritage.

Some of the must-try dishes include:

• Nasi Kerabu – Is a vibrant and aromatic Malaysian rice dish that is usually served with raw herbs, fried fish or chicken, grated coconut (Kerisik) and some people likes to add fermented fish sauce (Budu).

• Ayam Percik – Consists of marinated chicken that is slowly grilled over charcoal. It is prepared with bone-in cuts that are seasoned with a spice that blends usually with coconut milk, cumin, turmeric, coriander, lemon grass, galangal, ginger and chili peppers.

• Laksam Kelantan – soft rolled rice noodles served in a creamy fish soup. Laksam Kelantan is made with coconut milk and creamy fish paste. And usually seasoned with ginger, shallots and garlic.

• Budu – a traditional fermented fish sauce often paired with rice or vegetables, offering a taste truly unique to Kelantan.