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Ancient Lie Detector
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Ancient Lie Detector!

This is the ancient lie detector in the historical complex. It has a cylindrical hole through it. Whoever suspected to have lied will be forced to put his hand through the stone. Untrue answers will cause the stone to tighten around the person's hands.

Well Nothing happen when I put in my hand.....

Written Apr 8, 2009

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The historic Megalith stones complex
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This is one of the oldest Malay grave as well as ancient megalithic stones. The grave belongs to a 15th century historical personality, Ulama Sheikh Ahmad Makhtum, killed in a battle in 1467 against the army of Sultan Mansor Shah (1457-1477). His grave is venerated as a local shrine, Keramat Sungai Udang Syeikh A, Majnun.

The most famous sight are the megaliths, Since the megalith was inscribed it was called "Batu Bersurat" or "Message stone" it's located next to the grave. The local people believe that these stones possess magical powers, allowing them to grow.

It's a good detour for those Holidaying in Port Dickson or going to Malacca using Port Dickson. Just avoid heading towards Melaka/Kuala Linggi after the Pasir Panjang/Melaka junction. Head straight towards Pedas/Linggi or Ramuan Cina.

Written Apr 8, 2009

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Ancient tomb & Megalith stones

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 This is the long forgotten historic complex and even most Malaysian don't even know about the location! Read more in the Things to do in Pengkalan Kempas 

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 Sorry guys, I have to admit I have no idea what these are but I rough have an idea they are stone with carving of early days symbols that derived from early Hindu writings and also has Arabic... 

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