The Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday is a public holiday celebrated annually in the Malaysian state of Terengganu. This special day honors the birthday of the reigning Sultan, who is the constitutional monarch and protector of Islam in the state.

Table of Contents

1. When is the Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday?
2. The History of the Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday?
3. What Do People Do on This Day?
4. Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin

When is the Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday?

The Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday is observed on April 26 each year.

The following is the list of the Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday from 2020 to 2049.

The History of the Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday

The Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday is a significant annual celebration that honors the reigning Sultan, recognizing his leadership and role as the constitutional monarch and protector of Islam in Terengganu.

The Terengganu Sultanate was established in 1725 by Sultan Zainal Abidin I, a descendant of the Johor-Riau royal family. The Sultanate became a symbol of unity and Islamic leadership for the people of Terengganu.

The Sultan's Birthday celebrations date back to the early years of the Sultanate, when royal birthdays were marked by court ceremonies and community feasts.

During British colonial rule in the 19th and 20th centuries, the Sultan's role became more ceremonial, but the birthday celebration remained an important cultural tradition.

After Malaysia gained independence in 1957, the Sultan's Birthday was formalized as an official public holiday in Terengganu.

Under the current Sultan, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin, the celebration has become a grand state-wide event, incorporating modern elements while preserving traditional practices.

What Do People Do on This Day?

On the Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday, the people of Terengganu engage in a variety of activities to honor their Sultan and celebrate the state's heritage, unity, and progress.

A grand event is held at the Sultan's palace in Kuala Terengganu, featuring guard of honor parade conducted by the military and police to honor the Sultan, Sultan's Speech reflecting on Terengganu's achievements and future aspirations, and award presentations to individuals and organizations for their contributions to the state.

Special prayers (Doa Selamat) and Quranic recitations are conducted in mosques across Terengganu to seek blessings for the Sultan's health and well-being.

Government buildings, streets, and homes are adorned with the Terengganu state flag and celebratory banners.

Traditional performances of Silat (Malay martial arts), Tarian Rodat, and Gamelan music are held to celebrate Terengganu's cultural heritage.

Community leaders and families host open houses, welcoming neighbors and friends to celebrate the occasion with food and camaraderie. Traditional dishes are served at communal gatherings.

Many residents take advantage of the public holiday to spend quality time with loved ones, visiting local attractions or enjoying the festivities together.

Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin

The current Sultan of Terengganu is Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin, who ascended the throne on May 15, 1998, as the 17th Sultan of Terengganu.

He was born on January 22, 1962, and received Education in both Malaysia and the United Kingdom.

Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin was appointed the Yang di-Pertuan Muda of Terengganu on November 6, 1979. On October 20, 1990, he was appointed the Regent of Terengganu until November 8, 1990.

From 1990 to 1995, he was President of the Council for Islam and Malay Culture of Terengganu.

Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin became the youngest ruler of a Malaysian federal state when he acceded as the Sultan of Terengganu on May 15, 1998 following the death of his father, Sultan Mahmud. Mizan was crowned as the 17th Sultan of Terengganu on March 4, 1999.

Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin served as the 13th Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King of Malaysia) from December 13, 2006, to December 12, 2011. He was the second youngest monarch to assume this role and the first to be born after Malaysia's independence in 1957.