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Exotic
Treasures From Kelantan
Kelantan has always been renowned for its cottage industries which have
become an important part of the state’s economic activity. This thriving
industry has produced some of the country’s’ finest and highest quality of
intricate silverware, exquisite batik and songket designs, magnificent kites
and wonderfully crafted wooden carvings. These exotic treasures are most
famous for its superb workmanship, intricacy and details in its design
elements as well as its superior craftsmanship.
Silverware
Kelantan’s cottage industries are mostly found in the outskirts of the city.
The most famous silvercraft factories in the state are located at Kampung
Sireh along Jalan Sultanah Zainab, Kampung Badang and Kampung Marak on the
road towards Pantai Cahaya Bulan. A visit to the silvercraft factory gives
visitors a closer look at how these beautiful silver masterpieces are
designed and made for sale. The factories are normally open to visitors from
8.30 am to 5.00 pm
daily except on Fridays.
Songket Weaving
Just four
kilometres away from the city is the famous songket weaving factory in
Kampung Penambang. Back in the days, this fine material was only reserved
for royalty and is considered a legacy for the proud people of Kelantan.
Today, the songket is widely used for weddings, ceremonial occasions and
other traditional functions. The silk material woven with beautiful patterns
using gold and silver threads originated from Thailand while the gold and
silver threads are imported from India.
Batik
Kelantan
produces some of the most loveliest and colourful batik materials in the
country. Kampung Putih, Kampung Badan and Kubor Kuda are some of the larger
batik factories where visitors can get an insight into the whole batik
printing process. Batik was once printed on cotton sarongs using stamp
blocks. However, batik printings have since evolved and now incorporate a
much easier and sophisticated method of printing the bright and colourful
textile. To get a clearer picture of how these silky, soft materials are
produced, the factories are open for visitors daily from 8.30am to 5.30pm
except on Fridays.
Handicraft
Village & Craft Museum
 The
Handicraft Village and Craft Museum also know as ‘Balai Getam Guri’ is
located in the state’s capital, showcases the various display of Kelantan’s
finest arts and crafts produced by its cottage industries. Wide selections
of handicrafts are exhibited here such as batik, songket, silverware, wooden
handicrafts and wau. These items are also available for sale at the museum.
Visitors get to learn more about these beautiful treasures produced by
Kelantan’s finest craftsman while delving into the history, origins and
process of making each of the items. Demonstrations on the traditional
embroidery, songket weaving, batik printing, silverware carving and wood
carving are also being carried out by the skilled craftsman for the public’s
viewing. The museum is open daily to visitors except on Fridays from 10.30am
to 5.30pm.
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