Teratak Za'ba

House belongs to one of Malaysia great philosopher, writer and linguists turn museum. Exhibits are some of his personal artifact, life work and famous quotes. If you're also looking to experience traditional house, and learn about his life's work, than this is the place to be. I had the place all to myself for almost an hour (mid week). It's free...

His name is Zainal Abidin Bin Ahmad or known as Za'ba. He was born in 1895 in a remote village located in Batu Kikir, Jempol Negeri Sembilan. He also comes from a strongly religious family. Therefore, it is not surprising that he learned to finish the Quran, memorize Surah Yassin and berzanji when he was seven years old. He set foot in school at the age of 12 at Batu Kikir Melayu School and then he switched to Linggi Melayu School to further study Arabic and Islam. He continued his studies at the Institute of St. Paul Seremban and was the first Malay to sit for the Cambridge Senior examination and passed the examination in 1915. He is a person who likes to read and has a talent in writing. Most of his writings appeared in local newspapers and magazines such as Utusan Melayu, Lembaga Melayu, Penagisu and Pakar Magalah. He has published a series of monographs in Malay, including Bahasa Pelita, and Ilmu Mengarang. His other writings include Shakespeare's stories at Gudang Chap, Singapore.

I love it but there are rooms for improvement. I would have spent longer here if I have the time. Just another family visiting during my time here so I basically have the whole place for myself.

Its teratak za'ba muzeum. One of the historic place in negeri sembilan. The muzeum structure used a finest & quality wood. The house was built like original minangkabau house

If you're nearby Batu Kikir or Bahau, just stop here for like 10 minutes, even you don't like HISTORICAL. Nothing to lose.

Had my wedding photoshoot here 3 years ago. Came here again and captured a few shots with our 1 year 9 months daughter

A legendary place with full of memories, artifacts of yesterday years to be appreciated.
Free entrance, ample parking.
A must and most recommended place to tour.

Historical places. Good place for young generation to get know pendeta za'aba

A educational trip for local author and appreciation of structural design of traditional malay's House

Uber cool gallery about Zaba - one of the top scholars in Malaysia.
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The gallery featured various exhibitions about Zaba : From His upbringing, education, literary works and the legacy he left. .

Great museum

A good place to take pictures with an old building that make your photo looks beautiful.

A historical place to highlight a reformist in Malaysia education ie Zainal Abidin bin Ahmad..good especially for student.

Historical place to be explored by new generations. A replica of home to Pendita Zaaba, Malaysia's education icon especially Bahasa Melayu. Beautiful design! 👍

It’s a beautifully constructed traditional Malay house and it’s worth a short visit. This is a small muzium displaying historical items related to Pendeta Zaba.

A must visit place if you visit Batu Kikir

Good place to visit, and know the history...

The Only Individu With Pendita Title In Malaysia;I Guess..
Nice Scenario..Kampung Style..Very Cool..!
Such An Honour To Input More Knowledge In Writing With Style And Skill From Pendita Zaaba..

Beautiful & informative place to visit, especially to know better the late Pendita Za'ba.

Batu Kikir is also known as the birthplace of Pendita Za'aba (Zainal Abidin Ahmad), a renowned intellectual and wordsmith in Malaysia. He is the first and only 'Pendita' in the country. In Batu Kikir, a museum dedicated to the legacy of Pendita Za'aba has been built by the Negeri Sembilan government and is open to the public. Known as Teratak Za'aba, the traditional kampung-house structure was constructed at Za'aba's birthplace, Bukit Kerdas in Batu Kikir.