Sungai Batu 788BC The Great Kingdom Of Kedah Tua. Iron Age begins in the Middle East about 1200 BCE, where the knowledge of iron metallurgy and of iron objects was rapid and widespread. It was reported that Iron Age in China beginning about 600 BCE, while Sungai Batu Complex, as new dating suggested, would be much earlier, in 788 BCE. Sungai Batu Complex's iron smelting industry is part of Iron Age, where the knowledge of iron metallurgy and of iron objects, were exchanged to form a standardized processes, if we can say, as what modern day used to do, then after that the products of an industry, would be recognized of its quality throughout the world. Sungai Batu's iron was the best as reported by Al-Kindi and Al-Biruni back then. Impressive.

Don't get wrong of the landmark by MAJLIS PERBANDARAN SUNGAI PETANI... Basically the starting point of this whole Sungai Batu historical journey starts at the opposite side of the road with the sign board "SELAMAT DATANG TAPAK ARKEOLOGI SUNGAI BATU"... Meet the students there with entrance fee RM20 they will be your 1 hour tour guide explaining what they have done to the archeology site.

Archaeological Site of the Oldest Civilization in Southeast Asia. Among the historical locations that must be visited if going to Malaysia and the state of Kedah in particular. You will be taken on a tour, briefed and also you can do for yourself and feel for yourself how the excavation process with guidance from archaeologists there.

We had hoped to learn a lot about the archaeological site but came away disappointed. The site is lacking in information and without sufficient information after a while each site just looks like a pile of rubble or mud slabs. Which is really a shame given that this site is older than Borobudor and Angkor Wat. Can't understand why we don't treasure our history better. Such a shame.

Good place to learn more of the proto history. Must engage guide for a value knowledge. No point go look-see as will not understand. Plus good to support to the society set up by students and researchers to promote archeology tourism. Truly a professional guided tour.

Interesting place for historical view but unfortunately the local government didn't manage it well. I hope in the future it will be more take care, as per data at the guest book so many people who really interested coming almost everyday. Thank you for the guard who became the guide to us.

(Translated by Google) History buffs should not miss visiting the old iron smelting industry in Malaya which is estimated to occur in 788SM basis (based on carbon dating). Can see his own iron-smelting site, the pier, the administration, as well as areas where the ancient ships that have yet to be brought up to the surface. (Original) Peminat sejarah jangan ketinggalan melawat tapak industri peleburan besi paling lama di Tanah Melayu yang dianggarkan berlaku pada 788SM dahulu (berdasarkan pentarikhan karbon). Boleh lihat sendiri tapak peleburan besi, tapak jeti, tapak pentadbiran, juga kawasan di mana terdapatnya kapal purba yang masih belum boleh dibawa naik ke permukaan.

MUST VISIT this Kedah Tua archeology site, as earliest tamadun in SEA free entrance open daily frm 9am-5pm (updated by jan 2022)

The archaeology place, the area are very big, the archaeology items are protected. We need to give our support to archaeology Malaysia

It's a great site to see the ruins... Iron ore mining and ancient jetty and river... Very very cool place

Recently found out that Sungai Batu is not just the oldest civilzation in Southeast Asean, but it is rank among the top world civilization. Recent study shows that it also among top 10 in the ranking of Oldest World Cilization. it is a must visit!!

Free entry. There are two archeological sites (opposite each other) actually, but the signboard along roadside only shows one of them. It would be better if there's more information about the sites.

Recommended to all history lovers.

The Oldest Civilisation at South East Asia

If you love the ancient history of Kedah and Malaysia, this is one of the places that you should visit. This was my second visit here. It tells you of a huge iron smelting industry that took place between the 1st and 4th centuries AD, before its decline in the 7th century AD when the sea levels dropped, when the prominence was taken over by Pengkalan Bujang and Sungai Mas. The toilets are clean and the security guards are helpful. Entrance is free as the site is the responsibility of the National Heritage Department. Parking is free and ample too. You can opt to take a guided tour, but if you want more time to take photos and digest the importance if this site at your own time, it’s best to walk on your own. There are enough signs with QR codes for you to scan to obtain more information about the place.

Poor maintenance Less information displayed The Government have to be proactive to develop and make this ancient settlement great again

Anyone wish to know and learn the importance of why this ancient kingdom have rise and fall from 7th century to 13th Century is important for us human civilization and history of Tanah Melayu before Melaka became a metropolitan port . SG Batu play a significant role for the historical value and also the transformation of the economic structure not only depending on trading but iron industry have been introduce during that period of time. Later the Agriculture have become the important economic factor till today .

this place is huge and most sites are site being explore. It is located on both side of the roads. If you use google map to guide you to the place it will guide you to the sites where the colourful landmarks of Sungai Batu Tamadun Tertua di Asia Tenggara. However you can also explore tue other side of the road where the areas are more huge. There is no fees for entering. You can apply for a tour guide and they have a bunch of packages you can choose with a set of prices. I shared the brochure that I got at the front desk for reference. Anyway, this place really brings me to appreciate my history more.

For the casual visitor, the site may not seem like much. But for someone who is into civilization and history, this place is a treasure trove. The state and federal governments should go hand-in-hand and further develop this area with the help of local activists and academicians. I would love to see this site declared as a UNESCO heritage site. Put the politics aside, please.

(Translated by Google) best (Original) terbaik

Especially for people whom into hx n archeology.. I'm quite happy to see part of lembah bujang ancient hx... unfortunately if u knew nothing 'bout d story of ths place u might kind of blurr bcoz no one can xplain it for u.

No signboard to this location. Ask local. For easy guidance - go to Ekor Kucing - Padang Serai. Turn left to Kampung Terat Batu. Follow the tarmac till a sharp turn to right. There is a small road on the left. Follow the route about 200m.

Nk try p sna la

Oldest civilization in South East Asia...Old Malay settlement, with lots of iron clay furnace...here in Kedah, Malaysia. Lack of public infrastructures & no business outlets whatsoever. Government should promote more, making the site as tourist attraction.

Good to know our own history. Especially for the kids, to explore and dig more knowledge.

Quite interesting historical site but lack of info.

If you someone that love about your country and history.. this is the place that you should go. Very historical

Historical place but somehow ignored by government(either state or federal). Note that this archeological place is even older than stadthuys Malacca.

real archeology site.the guard also knowledgeable.

No English speaking tour guide. Poor condition. It’s frustrating that not much we could learn, coming all the way from KL. Really hope Jabatan Muzium Negara will step up and do the needful.

Need to include information boards for better understanding.

Great for archaeology & history

Amazing discovery. Maybe needs more details made available

(Translated by Google) The place is neat and clean (Original) Tempat bermalam kemas dan bersih

this site is best taken care by the University not local authority which has no interest to upkeep the place

(Translated by Google) History of Malay civilization .. from before the time of David (Original) Sejarah ketamadunan Melayu .. dari sebelum zaman Nabi Daud

(Translated by Google) Interesting place but less guide for the new 1st time coming. (Original) Tempat menarik tapi kurang panduan untuk yang baru 1st time datang.

Love itt.. It have a good arkeologi site.,have a lot of information about the artifacts and the architecture.. Also have waterfall and good for picnic area.

Cool site

Malaysians should be very proud of this discovery! Super impressive ancient civilization!

Free entrance but poorly managed. Expect proper signboard, hologram and description on the site but no, nothing. Even the QR code that leads to plain boring text only PowerPoint that introduces the site is missing. Wonder if it's just 1 page of text, why they wouldn't print it out but require visitor to scan a QR code? Learnt nothing yet doubt what each site is and it's purpose. Deepest disappointment. Hope this site will shine one day. Doesn't mind to pay for entrance and guide, as long as there are clear introduction and explanation.

(Translated by Google) Destinations with high historical value but unfortunately no visitors (Original) Destinasi yang mempunyai nilai sejarah yang tinggi tapi sayang tiada pengunjung

At exposure level. Need more written explaination at respective sites.

must visit 800 BC

The Historical Place where archeological artifacts were found aged more than 2,800 years. The oldest empire in South East Asia in Kedah.

Doesn't seem to be well known. But how can you not be fascinated by a trading post older than Angkor Wat and Borobudur! And 15 minutes away from the major town of sg petani Abd curry noodles

Interesting site. Lots of posters and free (at least when we were there).

Nice place to visit

Historical place, 700BC. Must visit.

Nice place to visit solely for history lover.

Interesting historical place!

It's nice but hard to visit

Still in progress but you can take their tour package to know more about this history place

good place

Good place to visit

(Translated by Google) Best place for history lovers .. but no stalls or eateries here .. .. (Original) Tempat terbaik utk pencinta sejarah.. tapi takde gerai or kedai makan sini ya.. ✌️

A real place to know about Malay origin.

what is the name of pegawai at there ?

Ancient Iron smelting place.

Get the right info about KEDAH Tua

(Translated by Google) proud to be a Malay child (Original) bangga jadi anak melayu

Not so nice

(Translated by Google) Proof of existence of Oldest Garden in Southeast Asia (Original) Bukti kewujudan Taman Tertua di Asia Tenggara

Historical place

Ancient historical site

Good

(Translated by Google) boundary stone between Kedah and Penang in Kampung Paya Sementol, Pinang Tunggal. believed to have been built by the British and Siamese Governments around 1831. The construction of this border stone also aims to divide the area between the state of Kedah or Saiburi which was then under Siam with Penang which was conquered by the British (Original) batu sempadan antara Kedah dan Pulau Pinang di Kampung Paya Sementol, Pinang Tunggal. dipercayai dibina oleh Kerajaan British dan Siam sekitar tahun 1831. Pembinaan batu sempadan ini juga bertujuan membahagikan kawasan antara negeri Kedah atau Saiburi yang ketika itu di bawah Siam dengan Pulau Pinang yang ditakluki British

(Translated by Google) A stone with historical value .. It is important to preserve and be remembered (Original) Batu yang mempunyai nilai sejarahnya .. Wajar dipulihara agar dapat dikenang dan diambil ikhtibar

(Translated by Google) British Siam Treaty. Must have been under the auspices of Siam. Penang & Seberang Prai under British rule. (Original) Perjanjian British Siam. Kedah pada masa itu di bawah naugan Siam. Pulau Pinang & Seberang Prai di bawah jajahan British.

(Translated by Google) See for yourself (Original) Patut tengok sendiri

(Translated by Google) Sad. Leave it out. Need attention from authorities. (Original) Sedih. Terbiar. Perlu perhatian pihak berkuasa.

(Translated by Google) History (Original) Sejarah

(Translated by Google) Monument (Original) 古迹