Travel to Kelantan information.

Kelantan is known as the “Cradle of Malay Culture”. The Kelantanese have kept alive their rich traditions and customs, giving the State an old-world charm. Kelantan is not only renowned for its batik cloth production but is a thriving centre of cultural arts like Wayang Kulit and Rebana Ubi. It is also famous for the traditional sports of kite-flying and top-spinning.

Reputed to be the cradle of Malay culture, Kelantan offers a delightful profusion of colourful traditions, charm and scenic beauty to the visitor. Located in the north-eastern corner of the Peninsula, Kelantan is an agrarian state with lush paddy fields, rustic fishing villages and casuarina-lined beaches. With a population of around 1.5 million, Kelantan is primarily a Malay state although around 7% of the population are of Thai, Indian and Chinese ancestry.
The Kelantanese have carefully preserved their customs, traditions and craft skills over time. One might be pleasantly surprised to see adults, indulging in pastimes such as flying giant kites or spinning giant tops. Renowned for their warmth and hospitality, the Kelantanese display an old world charm that captivates visitors.
 
Kelantan was known from earlier times as a seat of powerful kingdoms which established trading links with the Chinese Empire. Early Chinese records indicate the existence of 4t trade links with China, which referred to Kelantan as Ho-Lo-Tan.
The state has at various times in the past been a vassal of Siam. In the 18th century, a Kelantanese Prince, Long Yunus, ascended to the throne and the present-day royal family is descended from him.
Kelantan along with the other states of the Malay Peninsula formed the Federation of Malaya, which gained its independence on 31st August 1957.