News near Tumpat

2 stories within reach of Tumpat, published in the last 24 hours and gathered from Malaysian news sources.

1. Kelantan Sultanate's over-100-year-old crown showcases local craftsmanship

   4 hours ago Berita Harian Istana Balai Besar, Kota Bharu 9.4 km

   The Kelantan royal crown, over 100 years old and crafted by local Malay goldsmiths, is being publicly displayed for the first time at the Kelantan Heritage Weapons Festival 2026 at Istana Balai Besar, Kota Bharu. The crown, used since 1921, features intricate gold work and has been embellished with diamonds and emeralds by successive sultans. The festival, running from August 16 to this Saturday, is expected to attract 50,000 visitors.

2. Kelantan sultanate crown: an ageless local craftsman's creation

   4 hours ago New Straits Times Kota Baru, Kelantan 9.8 km

   The Kelantan Sultanate's royal crown, crafted by a local Malay artisan over 100 years ago, is displayed publicly for the first time at the Kelantan Heritage Weapons Festival 2026. The crown's unique origin and intricate details highlight the goldsmithing skills of the local community. The festival runs from Aug 16 to Sept 5 at Istana Balai Besar in Kota Baru.