Anniversary Of The Coronation Of The Sultan Of Terengganu
Formerly spelled Trengganu, Terengganu is a sultanate of federal Malaysia, and its capital is Kuala Terengganu. Under the State Constitution, Terengganu is ruled by a Sultan, who is considered to be the fountainhead of all government authority in the state and territory.
Malaysia (Common local holiday)This is a hereditary role, and the current Sultan’s lineage dates back to 1925. The current Sultan was crowned on March 4, 1999, and this date is now celebrated as a public holiday every year.
This holiday is known as the Anniversary of the Coronation of the Sultan of Terengganu. On this day, schools and most businesses are closed, and many people have the day off to attend special events.
The History of the Anniversary of the Coronation of the Sultan of Terengganu
In 1724, Terengganu became an independent sultanate, and Tun Zainal Abidin became its first sultan. Terengganu became the Rattanakosin Kingdom of Thailand’s vassal state in the 19th century, and by 1909, it was a British protectorate.
The state was occupied by the Japanese during World War II, but after the war, Terengganu joined the Federation of Malaya in 1948. After Malaya’s independence in 1957, Terengganu became one of its states. However, through all this change and turmoil, there has been a Sultan of Terengganu, and the current lineage can be traced back to 1925.
On January 22, 1962, Mizan Zainal Abidin was born. After attending primary school in Malaysia and grammar school in Australia, he graduated from a London college with a bachelor’s degree in International Relations.
In November of 1979, Mizan was officially proclaimed to be the crown prince of Terengganu. On May 14, 1998, his father, Sultan Mahmud, died, and he was appointed to be Sultan the following day. On March 4, 1999, his official coronation was held, a day that is now celebrated as the Anniversary of the Coronation of the Sultan of Terengganu.
Observing the Anniversary of the Coronation of the Sultan of Terengganu
On this day, the general public is given the day off. It’s also a day when schools and most businesses are closed. People use the extra time to attend official events related to the Sultan’s coronation or spend time with friends and family members.
There are a number of events during this day that include parades, official ceremonies, and political speeches. Everyone can spread the news about this day using the hashtag #SultanOfTerengganuCoronationAnniversary on social media. In Terengganu, it’s a day to reflect on the work of the Sultan and his position as the fountainhead of governmental authority.
Malaysia (Common local holiday)
