Kota Kayang Museum, Historical museum in Kuala Perlis, Malaysia.
Kota Kayang Museum is a historical museum in Kuala Perlis with three main galleries displaying archaeological discoveries, royal artifacts, and collections from Perlis nobility spanning different periods. The exhibits include objects from excavation sites in nearby limestone caves and various historical holdings from the region.
The building has a complex past, serving first as a private residence in the late 19th century before being used by British advisors, Japanese military forces, and the Chief Minister in succession. These different phases reflect how political and military control of the region shifted over time.
The museum displays Islamic artworks and regional handicrafts that reflect how people in this area have lived and expressed themselves over time. You can see how these objects connect to the daily lives and values of those who created them.
The museum sits next to Kayang Hill and is easy to reach with clear access paths to the entrance. Allow enough time to walk through all three galleries at a comfortable pace, especially if you want to examine details on the artifacts more closely.
Excavations at the site revealed Neolithic-era findings, including stone tools and proto-historical clay tablets, showing that people settled this area thousands of years ago. These artifacts remind visitors that the place held importance long before modern structures and institutions existed.
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