ISTANA JAHAR
Istana Jahar was built in 1887 during the reign of Sultan Ahmad (1886-1889) for his son Long Kundur who succeeded him as Sultan Muhammad lIl (1889-1890) as a wedding gift. Its design is a blend of traditional Kelantanese and Georgian architectures and it boasts a number of beautifully carved panels and iron-grills. At Istana Jahar one can nostalgically feel the grandeur of Kelantan Traditional Royal Ceremonies which were held on auspicious occasions under royal patronage before 1944. 
 
 
 
Clockwise, The 7th month pregnancy ceremony, Antique Brassware. 'Kosa' - Instrument used for an Elephant Ride, The Mysterious 'Black Cindai' Cloth, Limar Spongket.

Surround yourself with the best in Brassware, Antique Jewellery & Textiles, Traditional Costumes and Malay weapons to the sounds of Kelantan ancient music, one will be able to see how all these artifacts which form the Regalia are used in a particular Royal Ceremony.
 

Kelantan Heritage in Gold
 
ISTANA BATU
THE  ROYAL  MUSEUM
The Brick Extension of the Istana Jahar in 1939. It was a
wedding gift to HRH Sultan Yahya Petra (1961 - 1979) from his uncle HRH Sultan Ismail (1920-1944). The Royal family of HRH Sultan Yahya Petra lived here until 1961.  
The Royal Family of
HRH Sultan Yahya Petra
 

Replica of the 'Crown Jewels' are displayed together with costumes worn by HRH Sultan Ismail Petra and his consort for their
coronation in 1980
 
 


'The Royal Dining Room'
 
 


'The Red Room' - A display of decorative objects from the reign of HRH Sultan Muhamad IV
(1899 -1920)

 In 1969 it became the official Palace for The Crown Prince who now reigns as HRH Sultan Ismail Petra. His Royal Highness consented this palace to be turned into The Royal Museum in 1991. 
 
The visitor will be able to get to know the Kelantan Royal Family through the  photographic display of their social activities and personal life. 
A Porcelain Tiffin carrier
 

Gift from Capt. Anderson in 1924
 
 
Costumes and personal belongings of past Kelantan rulers and their families are also on display. Priceless crystals, silver and brassware as well as antique furniture which are elegantly decorated are displayed in the various rooms.
Gilded Silver Jugs