Browsing by Author "Ramli, Zuliskandar"

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    Adaptive Reuse of Several Historical Buildings in Kuala Lumpur as Museums
    (2015-01-29) Jamal, Daeng Haliza Daeng; Hassan, Zuraidah; Ramli, Zuliskandar
    Malavsia is a countrv rich with histoncal build1nos most of which are part of the nat1onal heritaoe However, many of such buildinos that are located across the countrv have been ionored 1n recent vears. Realiz1nq the importance and potential of such buildmqs towards the countrv's qrowth, these build l ~s have been renovated and adapted to be reused again For a wide range of Functions. particularly in the vcinity of Kuala Lumpur Generally most of these restored historic buildinqs have been converted into museums. business premises, off1ces. restaurants, residential houses or even for public use. This paper a1ms to identify and focus on a few of the historcal build1nos 1n Kuala Lumpur which have been adapted to be converted 1nto museums. Apart from beinq a source of reference and leamm. the uniqueness of the Museum architecture serves as a symbol of the historical ident1tv of Kuala Lumpur that could draw the attention of tourists Furthermore, th1s paper aims to elevate the importance of historical buildings in developing the country's potential in tounsm through the promotion of heritage tourism.
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    Analysis of Pottery Shards From New Archaeological Survey in South Region of Sistan, Iran
    (2016-11-07) Dadian, Hossein Sarhaddi; Ramli, Zuliskandar; Rahman, Nik Hassan Shuhaimi Nik Abdul; Mehrafarin, Reza
    The aim of this study is to determine whether pottery shards from new archaeological survey in south region of Sistan, Iran were locally made or imported from other regions. Sistan, since the Bronze Age (4000BC) until now, has had an effective and salient role in the creation of human culture and civilization in Iran. New archaeological survey in the south region of Sistan also revealed new potential archaeological sites beside the well known sites such as Burnt City, Dahaneye Ghalaman and Kuhe Khawaja. Archaeologists have divided the chronology of Sistan’s history into three periods which are the prehistoric period, historical period and Islamic Period. Within these periods, many artefacts especially pottery shards have been found during the archaeological survey. These pottery shards are buff, grey, black, and red in colour which are mostly shards from broken jars, bowls, beakers and dishes. Two glaze shards from the Islamic Period decorated with floral motif have also been analyzed. In order to determine whether the glaze shards from the Islamic Period and the pottery shards from the prehistoric and historical period were locally made or otherwise,, a scientific analysis was carried out to determine the chemical composition of the shards. The technique involved the application of the X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) equipment to determine the major and trace elements and also the mineral content of the pottery shards. The results shows that most of the pottery shards taken from the archaeological survey in Sistan, Iran were locally made. Two of the samples from the Islamic Period, namely ZR332/3 and ZR369/8 show different chemical composition content compared to other shards and it can be suggested that these two samples did not originated from Sistan, Iran. A shard from the prehistoric period which is ZR028/1 also shows differences in chemical composition, suggesting that it did not originated from Sistan, Iran. The analysis of the pottery shards from Sistan shows that since the prehistoric period, there had been trade activities in Sistan and the activities continued until the Islamic Period. Results of the analysis also show that local communities in Sistan, Iran were very skilful and knowledgeable in making the pottery
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    Archaeology, Culture and History: Concept and Their Contribution in Malaysia
    (2015-01-26) Ramli, Zuliskandar
    Archeology, history and culture are seen as capable of contributing to national development The three things are linked because the three have a strong bond. In the opinion ofthe author, archaeology, history and culture are in harmony of each other. This is because archeology is part of history and cultural data. including the paleo-environment data (ecofact), which are the primary data in archaeological research. However, this view would conflict with those who adhere to the idea that 'archeology is anthropology or it is nothing. It is the faith of those who subscribe to the "New Archaeology" born in America. The movement began in the late 1950's when American researchers began to move the entire discipline away from the study of artifacts to the study of people behavior. Work of Gordon Willey and Philip Philips in 'Method and Theory in American Archaeology' stated that "American archaeology is anthropology or it is nothing (Whillwy and Phillips 1958: 2). The idea implied that the goals of archaeology were, in fact, the goals of anthropology, which were to answer questions about humans and human society. This was a critique of the former period in archaeology, the culture-historical phase in which archaeologists thought that any information which artifac1s contained is about past people and their way of live once the items are included in the archaeological record. All they felt that could be done was to catalogue, describe and create timelines based on artifacts (Trigger, 1989).
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    Archaeology, Culture and History: Concept and Their Contribution in Malaysia
    (2016-11-14) Ramli, Zuliskandar
    Archeology, history and culture are seen as capable of contributing to national development. The three things are linked because the three have a strong bond. In the opinion of the author, archaeology, history and culture are in harmony of each other. This is because archeology is part of history and cultural data, including the paleo-environment data (ecofact), which are the primary data in archaeological research. However, this view would conflict with those who adhere to the idea that 'archeology is anthropology or it is nothing. It is the faith of those who subscribe to the "New Archaeology" born in America. The movement began in the late 1950’s when American researchers began to move the entire discipline away from the study of artifacts to the study of people behavior. Work of Gordon Willey and Philip Philips in ‘Method and Theory in American Archaeology’ stated that “American archaeology is anthropology or it is nothing (Whillwy and Phillips 1958: 2). The idea implied that the goals of archaeology were, in fact, the goals of anthropology, which were to answer questions about humans and human society. This was a critique of the former period in archaeology, the culture-historical phase in which archaeologists thought that any information which artifacts contained is about past people and their way of live once the items are included in the archaeological record. All they felt that could be done was to catalogue, describe and create timelines based on artifacts (Trigger, 1989). In 1960’s, scholars like Lewis Binfood, David Clarke, David Leonard and others suggested that archaeology must be more scientific, with explicit theory and rigorous methodologies. Lewis Binfood in his book New Perspectives in Archaeology published in 1968 stressed on: i) the need to use new technologies such as the computer for statistical and matrix analyses of data; ii) the concept of the ecosystem for the understanding of the economic and subsistence bases of prehistoric societies; iii) an evolutionary view of culture; iv) the use of models of cultures that could be viewed as systems; v) incorporation of an evolutionary approach to culture change; and vi) a close relationship between archaeology and anthropology. In Britain, David Clarke and David Leonard, in the book entitled Analytical Archaeology, also published in 1968, took up similar themes, emphasizing particularly the application of systems theory to archaeological modeling.
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    Compositional Analysis 0 Ancient Bricks From The Seg-11 Temple (Unur Lempeng), Batujaya, Indonesia
    (2015-01-29) Mohd Ali, Muhamad Shafiq; Ramli, Zuliskandar; Utomo, Bambang Budi
    The aim of this study is to determine whether the ancient bricks from Candi SEG II (Lempeng) are made from local raw material or otherwise. Candi SEG II is located in a cultivation area which has unearthed various interesting artefacts like fragments of pottery, rouletted pottery, glass beads, animal bones, skeletons and inscriptions with Palava characters. The main construction materials used to build the temple consisted of bricks, while limestone was used as the mortar. The upper part of the temple is believed to have been built using wooden structures and the roof using palm leaves. Scientific analysis on the bricks shows that local raw material was used to produce these bricks. Scientific analysis using the X-ray fluorescence technique and X-ray diffraction technique can determine the chemical composition of the bricks; among others the mineral content of the bricks as well as the major element and trace element content. The usage of local raw material also demonstrated the local wisdom in temple construction technology and also the technique in producing bricks that had existed.
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    Compositional Analysis O Ancient Bricks From The Seg-II Temple (Unur Lempeng), Batujaya, Indonesia
    (2016-11-08) Ali, Muhamad Shafiq Mohd; Ramli, Zuliskandar; Utomo, Bambang Budi
    The aim of this study is to determine whether the ancient bricks from Candi SEG II (Lempeng) are made from local raw material or otherwise. Candi SEG II is located in a cultivation area which has unearthed various interesting artefacts like fragments of pottery, rouletted pottery, glass beads, animal bones, skeletons and inscriptions with Palava characters. The main construction materials used to build the temple consisted of bricks, while limestone was used as the mortar. The upper part of the temple is believed to have been built using wooden structures and the roof using palm leaves. Scientific analysis on the bricks shows that local raw material was used to produce these bricks. Scientific analysis using the X-ray fluorescence technique and X-ray diffraction technique can determine the chemical composition of the bricks; among others the mineral content of the bricks as well as the major element and trace element content. The usage of local raw material also demonstrated the local wisdom in temple construction technology and also the technique in producing bricks that had existed.
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    Cultural Ecosystem: Relationship Between Nature and Development of Malay Art in The East Coast of Malay Peninsula
    (2016-11-14) Zakaria, Ros Mahwati Ahmad; Haron, Norlelawaty; Hassan, Hasnira; Ramli, Zuliskandar; Rahman, Nik Hassan Shuhaimi Nik Abdul; Wahab, Mohd Rohaizat Abdul; Ahmad, Helmi; Ali, Mohamad Shafiq Mohd
    Nature is always the best teacher to mankind. The East Coast of Malay Peninsula is rich with its natural habitat of flora and fauna. The strategic location with a long coastal line facing the South China Sea contributes the best fishing area for the population. There were several Malay kingdoms established in the East Coast area such as the Terengganu Sultanate, Kelantan Sultanate and Patani Sultanate. These kingdoms managed to produce fine artistic works throughout the centuries especially on wood carving, metalwork and textile. The population made nature their home and incorporated the environment around them into their daily life activities as source of materials and decorative inspirations. This paper will study the relationship between nature and the population of the East Coast area in producing their works of art.
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    Mapping of Graveyard Location of The Sultans of State of Perak Aided by ICT Applications
    (2016-11-08) Wahab, Mohd Rohaizat Abdul; Mokhtar, Ahmad Helmi Mohd; Ali, Muhamad Shafiq Mohd; Shuhaimi, Nik Hassan; Rahman, Nik Abdul; Ramli, Zuliskandar; Zakaria, Ros Mahwati Ahmad; Haron, Norlelawaty; Hassan, Hasnira
    The Sultan of Perak was the heir of Sultan of Malacca after Perak State was ruled by Sultan Muzaffar who was the son of Sultan Mahmud Shah. The administration of Sultan of Perak grew along Sungai Perak and this can be seen from the tombs located along the Perak River basin from the Lower Perak River to Kuala Kangsar. Due to modernization and environmental changes, most of the graveyards are located at remote places and are difficult to access. This study was conducted to solve the problem of looking for the graveyards’ location by using ICT applications. This paper also discusses the application and procedure for mapping of the point of the graveyards’ coordinates for the tomb sites which were visited during the conduct of this study. The findings of this study will help the heirs of the Sultanate of Perak, the local authorities and the public to find and access the late Sultans of Perak’s graveyards easily and systematically
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    The Meaning of Malay Motif Wood Carving in Terengganu Mosque
    (2016-11-08) Ismail, Noor Hafiza; Haron, Hamdzun; Ramli, Zuliskandar; Manan, Salina Abdul
    Wood carving is among the many delicate arts derived from the work of wood carvers. It can be seen as an object decorating buildings such as mosques, houses and more. There are various types of carvings that find their way to the mosques’ architecture in Terengganu. Places in Malaysia have various kinds of carving, mostly originate from the culture or outside influence. Terengganu is a state within the Malaysian Peninsular that possesses various kinds of carving that are both unique and beautiful to tis mosques. The main question is what motif that influences the decoration in these mosques? To answer this question, qualitative descriptive was used in gathering precise, accurate and fast data. In addition, both interviews and observations are used to strengthen the primary and secondary data. The findings have found that there are a few flora, fauna, and geometric motifs present in the various unique carvings. Each produced carving contains both clear and hidden meanings, illustrating the everyday lives of the Malay community. The architecture shows the refinement of the Malays’ crafts, important to be preserved for future generations. It is hoped that the study can increase the awareness of preserving the nation’s cultural heritage among the public
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    The Meaning of Malay Motif Wood Carving in Terengganu Mosque
    (2015-01-28) Ismail, Noor Hafiza; Haron, Hamdzun; Ramli, Zuliskandar
    Wood carving is among the many delicate arts derived from the woi'K of wood carvers. It can be seen as an object decorating buildings such as mosques, houses and more. There are various types of carvings that find their way to the mosques' architecture in Terengganu. Places in Malaysia have various kinds of carving, mosUy originate from the culture or outside influence. Terengganu is a state within the Malaysian Peninsular that possesses various kinds of carving that are both unique and beautiful to tis mosques. The main question is what motif that inftuences the decoration in these mosques? To answer this question, qualitative descriptive was used in gathering precise, accurate and fast data. In addition, both interviews and observations are used to strengthen the primary and secondary data. The findings have found that there are a few ftora, fauna, and geometric motifs present in the various unique carvings. Each produced carving contains both dear and hidden meanings, illustrating the everyday lives of the Malay community. The architecture shows the refinement of the Malays' crafts, important to be preserved for future generations. It is hoped that the study can increase the awareness of preserving the nation's cultural heritage among the public.
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    Tengkolok as The Heritage of Perak Darul Ridzuan: The Binder, Techniques, Manner & Amp; Taboo
    (2016-11-14) Manan, Salina Abdul; Haron, Hamdzun; Ramli, Zuliskandar; Ismail, Noor Hafiza; Ismail, Rozaidi
    Tengkolok is a unique head covering for Malay men and it is still worn to this very day.However, its adornment only is limited to certain functions and events. With this, this articleis written to document in further detail the binders of the Malay-inherited tengkolok especiallyin the state of Perak DarulRidzuan. Some questions need to be answered, such as ‘who arethe tengkolok binders in Perak?’, ‘how are the tengkolok-folding techniques used?’ and ‘whatare the etiquettes and taboo in the making of tengkolok?’. Offering explanation, aqualitative cultural approach will be adopted. Both interview and observation will be used toobtain data wither in writing or visually. The observation done has suggested that there arefour tengkolok binders who are still active in Perak. Each of them has their own respectivetengkolok folding techniques. This article will discuss the work of these binders, their foldingtechniques, the manner and etiquettes as well as the taboo in tengkolok-making. It isanticipated that this article would be able to catch the interest of researchers especiallythose studying Malay textiles and clothing also the younger generation in order for themknow tengkolok better and at the same time to learn this skill. Our observation is also ofhigh value as it is able to contribute to the sustainability of tengkolok-binding heritage thathas long been of ‘low-profile and not really popularised among the younger peoplenowadays. The documentation of this tengkolok binder would serve as one of the ways toappreciate tengkolok-binders as part of the Malay priceless heritage
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    Tengkolok as The Heritage of Perak Darul Ridzuan: The Binder, Techniques, Manner & Amp; Taboo
    (2015-01-27) Manan, Salina Abdul; Haron, Hamdzun; Ramli, Zuliskandar; lsmail, Noor Hafiza
    Tengkolok is a unique head covering for Malay men and it is still worn to this very day.However, its adornment only is limited to certain functions and events. With this, this artideis written to document in further detail the binders of the Malay-inherited tengkolok especiallyin the state of Perak DaruiRidzuan. Some questions need to be answered, such as 'who arethe tengkolok binders in Perak?', 'how are the tengkolok-folding techniques used?' and 'whatare the etiquettes and taboo in the making of tengkolok?'. Offering explanation, aqualitative culbJral approach will be adopted. Both interview and observation will be used toobtain data wither in writing or visually. The observation done has suggested that there arefour tengkolok binders who are still active in Perak. Each of them has their own respectivetengkolok folding techniques. This artide will discuss the work of these binders, their foldingtechniques, the manner and etiquettes as well as the taboo in tengkolok-making. It isanticipated that this article would be able to catch the interest of researchers especiallylhose studying Malay textiles and clothing also the younger generation in order for themknow tengkolok better and at the same time to learn this skill. Our observation is also ofhigh value as it is able to contribute to the sustainability of tengkolok-binding heritage thathas long been of 'low-profile and not really popularised among the younger peoplenowadays. The documentation of this tangkolok binder would serve as one of the ways toappreciate tengkolok-binders as part of the Malay priceless heritage