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L E M B A H B U J A N G A R C H A E O L O G I C A L M U S E U M , K E D A H

I N T R O D U C T I O N

Bujang Valley , better known as Lembah Bujang with an area approximately 224km square is a sprawling historical complex that still runs through research up till today. Situated near Merbok, Kedah, between Gunung Jerai in the north and Muda River in the south, it is the richest archaeological area in Malaysia. It is home to the local malay language literature ' Hikayat Merong Mahawangsa ' stating Lembah Bujang as the pioneer of the mighty Langkasuka Empire dated back to the 2nd AD.. Though, on-going research has found evidence stating the existence of civlization back to the 1st AD But globally, it is known to be an international trading port where goods exchange occur between traders and merchant all around the world . Today , Lembah Bujang serves as a archaeological research site for University students and archaeologist from all around the world , seeking new artifacts and evidence from time to time.

S I T E

S . W . O . T A N A L Y S I S

S T R E N G T H

1. Geographical Location ( Away from the hustle and bustle / pollution )

2. Rich Fauna context ( Reflecting on the site based on its historical context )

3. Existence of historical evidence and artifacts for better visual and mental experience

4. Buildable Contour

W E A K N E S S

1. Journey up to the Candi poorly shaded.

2. Poor Setting of the Museum. ( Interior )

3. Transportation reaching the museum is limited.

4. Lack of Signage ( To direct visitors around the museum and its context)

5. Poor Circulation planning ( Visitors are easily directed away from the museum)

6. Poor Location setting ( museum completely obstructed visually from the Candis)

O P P O R T U N I T Y

1. Improve signage to enhance visitors experience of the site.

2. Develop a visual connection between the candi and the museum.

3. Develop more interactive activities to connect the visitors and the museum .

4. Develop transportation around the museum to ease the elderly and poeple in need acces the museum.

T H R E A T

1. Harmful insects and pest.

2. Journey up to the candi is steep.

3. Waterfall not well fenced causing threat.

V I E W & V I S T A

V I E W T O S I T E

V I E W F R O M S I T E

N O I S E A N A L Y S I S

C I R C U L A T I O N & T R A F F I C P A T T E R N

V E G E T A T I O N

Areca Gurita

S U N P A T H & W I N D C I R C U L A T I O N

Bengal Bamboo

Chickweed Plant

Hawaiian Red Ti Plant

Bougainvillea

Malaysia Dracaena

Bonsai Tree

Keruing Tree

Lipstick Palm Tree

Meranti Tree

Average High/Low Temperature

C L I M A T E

Averge rainfall

Avrage daily sunshine

H I S T O R Y & C U L T U R A L A T T R I B U T E S

Lembah Bujang is the richest archaelogical site in Malaysia. It is located in between Gunung Jerai and Sungai Muda.

The archaeological area was the site of an ancient Hindu-Buddhist kingdom that ruled the region from the

4th century AD. In addition, Lembah Bujang has Gunung Jerai which was also known as the major navigational

landmark for traders from Far East.

Lembah Bujang was a secluded place in the mainland which was perfect for traders who pass by the route from

China to India to wait for the monsoon to pass.

In addition, Lembah Bujang was one of the important ancient Hindu kingdoms of South Asia. These relations

helped spread Hindu culture and religion to the Malays.

The introduction of Hindu-Buddha has brought the invention of many religious artifacts and also candis.