How Johor got its name?

The present name Johor comes from an adaptation of the Arabic word ‘Jauhar’ which means precious stone or jewel. It was founded in the early 1500s, by Sultan Ahmad Shah, the heir of Sultan Mahmud Shah, the last Sultan of Malacca before it fell into Portuguese hands.

Which Malaysia state has no Sultan?

The Yang di-Pertuan Agong is the head of Islam in his own state, the four states without rulers (Penang, Malacca, Sabah and Sarawak) and the Federal Territories.

Which is the smallest state in Malaysia?

Perlis
Perlis — Malaysia’s smallest state.

What is the capital of Johor Bahru Malaysia?

Johor Bahru is the capital city and the economic centre of the state, Kota Iskandar is the seat of the state government, and Muar serves as the royal town of the state. The old state capital is Johor Lama. As of the 2015 census, the state’s population is 3,553,600.

How did Johor become a part of Malaysia?

After the war, Johor became part of the temporary Malayan Union before being absorbed into the Federation of Malaya under certain terms and gaining full independence through the federation, and subsequently Malaysia on 16 September 1963. Johor has high diversity in ethnicity, culture and language.

What is the southern region of Malaysia known for?

Southern Region. The southern side of Peninsular Malaysia consists out of the states Melaka and Johor. The states have a rich history and are full of cultural heritage. Due to the location near Singapore and adjacent to the sea, it makes the states a perfect place for trading.

What is the official language of Johor Bahru?

Islam is the state religion per the 1895 Constitution of Johor, but other religions can be freely practised. Both Malay and English have been accepted as official languages for the state since 1914. The economy is mainly based on services and manufacturing .