Kelantan is the northern-most state on on the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It has an area of 14,931 square kilometres. Rustic settings of picturesque kampungs(villages) amidst padi-fields give insights into a way of life that has endured the passing of time. Kelantan's history dates to between 8000-3000 B.C. Chinese historical documents chronicle the existence of a government which maintained links with China. Kelantan was subsequently referred to as 'Ho-lo' tan'.

The state is steeped in tradition and culture. Here you may witness the traditional sports of giant kite-flying, top-spinning, silat, wayang kulit, bird-singing competitions and the making of exquisite handicrafts such as songket, batik, silverware and mengkuang product.

Kelantan is still covered by vast stretches of tropical forests. Its southeastern corner of the state forms part of the Taman Negara National Park.