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Istana Maziah

Maziah Palace

Introduction

Located in Bukit Puteri, Kuala Terengganu, Istana Maziah was built in the late 19th century and is still used for important events such as the coronation of the Sultan of Terengganu, weddings, and celebrating official royal titles. With its traditional Malay architecture that is majestic and rich in history, this palace is the main attraction for visitors from home and abroad who want to immerse themselves in the beauty and cultural heritage of this state.

History and Architecture

Istana DiRaja ini, yang dibina dengan reka bentuk seni bina Perancis, berperanan sebagai kediaman rasmi pemerintah negeri pada zaman dahulu. Kini, istana ini digunakan untuk upacara rasmi DiRaja dan majlis keraian negeri, menjadi kebanggaan rakyat Terengganu. Istana Maziah dibina pada 10 Mac 1870 sebagai pengganti Green Palace yang terbakar sebelum ini. Pembinaannya dikepalai oleh Tengku Chik Abu Bakar bin Tengku Abdul Jalil, saudara kepada Sultan Zainal Abidin III, dengan bantuan individu penting seperti Engku Besar Paduka Raja Sayyid Abdullah bin Zin Al-Idrus, Muhammad bin Abdul Rahim (Encik Mat), dan Dato’ Mata-Mata.

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Construction and Modification

Wood for the construction of this palace was supplied from Dungun and overseen by Tengku Panglima Besar Tengku Muda Kechik, while the supply of bricks and lime was managed by Tengku Besar Paduka Indera. Almost 20 carpenters of Malay and Chinese descent were also involved in this construction.

 

Istana Maziah is an architectural masterpiece that features the delicacy of wood carvings, a characteristic feature of Malay architecture. Every inch of the palace, from the decoration of the gates to the walls of the building, exudes traditional beauty and elegance.

Renovations were carried out during the reign of Sultan Sulaiman Badrul Alam Shah (1920–1942) and Sultan Ismail Nasiruddin Shah (1945–1979). The palace was also rebuilt in 1972 and 1998, making it an important historical landmark in the state's landscape.

Cultural Heritage and State Pride

Istana Maziah is not only a historic building but also a symbol of pride and rich cultural heritage. It invites us to appreciate and preserve the heritage passed down by our ancestors.