Negeri
Sembilan, literally means 'nine states'. It was
at one time a federation of nine territories ruled
by Malay chieftains who were known as 'undangs'.
This southern neighbour of Selangor
encompasses an area of 6,645 sq.km. flanked by
rugged mountains in the east and a long, lovely
stretch of coastline in the west.
The state is characterised by
vast stretches of greenery, rolling hills and
tranquil country area. Travellers through the
state will be fascinated by the weeping buffalo
horn shaped roofs of its buildings. The influence
of the Minangkabaus, the state's first inhabitants
from Sumatra, is reflected not only in the state's
architectural social system and performing arts.
Seremban, the capital of Negeri
Sembilan, is well connected to Kuala Lumpur in
the north, and Singapore in the south, by a modern
highway and efficient rail links. The town centre
consists of a mix of pre-war shophouses, colonial
buildings and modern commercial centres. Fringing
the town are many pleasant residential areas located
on hillsides.
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