The Merdeka Textile Museum showcases nearly 450 rare textiles, costumes, and ornaments collected by the late cultural preservationist Azah Aziz, bringing to life the rich heritage of Palembang, Sumatra, Pattani, and the broader Malay world. KUALA LUMPUR – Beyond the familiar batik and songket lies a wider world of Malay textiles, shaped by generations of craftsmanship, cultural exchange and tradition.