Land of 9 States

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Negeri Sembilan has many beautiful architecture and its name Sembilan means 'Nine' in English Language. Negeri Sembilan simply means 'Land of Nine States'.

The Seri Menanti Palace, converted to the Royal Museum in 1992, is a classic showcase of Minangkabau structure and design. Built at the turn of the century by two local craftsmen, the wooden palace took six years to complete and is an architectural wonder as no screws or nails used in its construction. Elsewhere, the pretty village settings are reminiscent of the Minangkabau influence.

The folk of Negeri Sembilan are extremely proud of their state and its heritage. The Minangkabau legacy dictates that women are the leaders in society and that inheritances are passed down to daughters and not sons. Like every state steeped in history, Negeri Sembilan history began in the 14th century when western Sumatran settlers came under threat from the Javanese.
Indang Dance is common in Negeri Sembilan. Watch the Indang Dance here.