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Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim

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ID908704
NAMEMohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim
GIVEN NAMESMohd Hasfarisham Abd
FAMILY NAMEHalim
SIGNATUREHALIM M H A
AFFILIATIONSAIMST University
ORCID0000-0002-3133-253X
VERIFIEDYes
TOTAL WORKS20
TOTAL CITATIONS7
AUTHOR COUNT20
EDITOR COUNT0
FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR2021
LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR2026
H-INDEX2
  • Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex as an Iconic Heritage Tourism Site: Evidence of Ancient Trade in the Northern Part of Peninsular Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Nor Khairunnisa Talib et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2026

    The research at the Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC) aimed to document the original river jetty structure and port management of ancient Kedah, which dates back to the 6th and 5th centuries BC. It was built on the riverbank, while port management was built at the back of the river jetty structure. The existence of the river jetty and port management structure in SBAC is clear evidence of the international trade process that has occurred …

  • Ancient Kedah iron smelting site in Kuala Muda district, Kedah, Malaysia: Evidence of iron smelting industry along Sungai Muda

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Shaiful Shahidan et al.•ARTICLE•L Anthropologie•2026

  • Ancient Kedah as an Early Maritime Kingdom in Southeast Asia: A Case Study at the SB1H River Jetty Site, Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex, Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mokhtar Saidin•ARTICLE•Journal of Maritime Archaeology•2026

  • Street Art as Tropical Heritage in Semeling: Emplacing Rural Tourism in Kuala Muda District, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mokhtar Saidin et al.•ARTICLE•eTropic electronic journal of…•2026

    Serving as a form of aesthetic enhancement, street art encompasses artistic activities created on buildings within urban areas. Street art has become a drawcard for heritage tourism in Malaysia. This art frequently incorporates motifs of tropical flora and fauna, along with symbols from Malay and other ethnic groups, to accentuate its distinctiveness. The colours used are vivid and contrasting to highlight the tropical atmosphere as alive and fre…

  • Ancient Kedah Kingdom: Interpretations Based on Archaeological Studies

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mokhtar Saidin•ARTICLE•Herança•2025

    This manuscript is a summary of archaeological studies conducted in the ancient Kedah area, covering about 1,000 km2. The conclusions of the study were identified by compiling data from written and navigational records as well as the archaeological record itself. The ancient Kedah Kingdom played an important role as a maritime kingdom in Southeast Asia since the 6th century BC. The jetty structure, port management, and the location of trade artif…

  • Geoheritage Tourism in Lenggong Valley, Perak, Malaysia: Local Community Involvement

    Open Access•Bedong Kedah Malaysia Independent Researcher, Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2025

    Academic studies in the Lenggong Valley area have facilitated the careful recording of primary data on the location and current condition of each geoarchaeological site. This research has facilitated the sustainable empowerment of the heritage tourism sector by emphasising the principles of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)—leaving no one behind. Stakeholders plan to help local communities by participating in tourism activities to achieve t…

  • Traces of Trade Activities: Evidence of Ancient Jetty and Port Architectures in Southeast Asian Region

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mokhtar Saidin•ARTICLE•Journal of Maritime Archaeology•2025•References: 7

  • Architecture of the Ancient Port Management SB2G Site at Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC), Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mokhtar Saidin•ARTICLE•Journal of Maritime Archaeology•2025•References: 7

  • Revisiting the 2,600-Year-Old Ancient Kedah River Jetty Site of Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex, Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Iklil Izzati Zakaria et al.•ARTICLE•The International Journal of…•2025•Cited by: 3

  • New evidence of ancient Kedah iron smelting sites at Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC), Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Naizatul Akma Mohd Mokhtar et al.•ARTICLE•L Anthropologie•2025•Cited by: 2•References: 28

  • The Attractions of Guar Kepah Archaeological Site, Penang, Malaysia as an Archaeological Heritage Tourism Site

    Open Access•Bedong Kedah Malaysia Independent Researcher, Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2024

    The Guar Kepah archaeological site in Penang, Malaysia, has been the focus of archaeological re search since 1860, revealing important insights into the prehistoric maritime community that inhabited the area approximately 5,000 years ago. Excavations at the site have revealed human skeletons, teeth, stone tools, and pottery, providing evidence of the community's burial traditions and material culture. The primary data collected from these excavat…

  • The Impressive of Geological Evidence of Kuala Muda District: A Proposal for Geotourism Products in Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Bedong Kedah Malaysia Independent Researcher, Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2024

    This study provides primary evidence about the geological features in Kuala Muda district, indicating significant potential for development as a geotourism product. To collect primary data, we conducted survey and mapping activities to gather information about the current condition of 11 geosites, as well as the facilities already in place to facilitate seasonal tourism. In addition, a review of previous scientific research for each geosite is al…

  • Using survey methods to understand how environment is associated with river jetty at Sungai Batu archaeological complex (SBAC), Kedah, Malaysia

    Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Nor Khairunnisa Talib et al.•ARTICLE•Journal of Cultural Heritage…•2024

    Purpose This study was conducted with the main purpose of recording primary data related to environmental factors, which has become the main criteria in the selection of the Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC) as the center of the iron smelting industry and trade in ancient Kedah. Design/methodology/approach To fulfill this purpose, field studies involving drone photogrammetry mapping, augering, core drilling and geophysical mapping methods…

  • Application of digital technology in offering tourism packages at iron smelting sites, Sungai Batu Archeological Complex (SBAC), Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Naizatul Akma Mohd Mokhtar et al.•ARTICLE•Digital Applications in…•2024•References: 14

  • Ancient Kedah Iron Smelting Experiment in Preparation for Offering Archaeological Tourism Heritage Packages at Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (Sbac), Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Sungai Petani Kedah Malaysia Independent Researcher, Mohd Hasfarisham Abd…•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2023

    In order to obtain primary data related to the iron smelting activities, the experimental process of furnaces, tuyere and air pumps making is carried out. The experiment has conducted since 2013 through the Knowledge Transfer Program (KTP) in Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC). Through the experiment, the clay in this complex has been used as a raw material for furnaces and tuyere making while the bellows is made of wood, plywood and fabri…

  • Geoarchaeosites for Heritage Tourism Product of Kuala Muda District, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Amin ALI, Sungai Petani Kedah Malaysia Sungai Petani Municipal Council et…•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2023

    Archaeological research in the Kuala Muda district until 2022 has recorded three archaeological complexes that are still in-situ and can be visited by tourists. The archaeological evidence at Sungai Batu, Bukit Batu Pahat and Pengkalan Bujang Archaeological Complex which proves the existence of the Kedah Tua kingdom as the main trading location in the world. In order to obtain primary data, field research such as surveys, mapping and archaeologic…

  • Kedah Tua Kingdom Ancient River Jetty Architecture as an Iconic Tourism Product of Kuala Muda District, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Iklil Izzati Zakaria et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2022

    Archaeological studies conducted at one of the sites located on the river banks of the Sungai Batu aim to reveal the architecture of the ancient river jetty structure. In order to obtain primary data related to the architectural appearance of this jetty, field research consisting of survey, mapping, excavation and analysis of artifacts was conducted to enable the final interpretation to be submitted. Based on the study has revealed the discovery …

  • Archaeological Evidence of Gua Pelangi, Jelebu, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia: Its Potential as a Heritage Tourism Site

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mohd Aziz GORIP et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2022

    Archaeological studies conducted in Gua Pelangi, Negeri Sembilan have been able to find an early civilization aged between 14,000 to 9,000 thousand years ago which was used as a shelter from hot rain and wild animals, in addition to making stone tools and food preparation. The interpretation was based on the findings of 299 lithic artifacts, 52,929 faunal remains and evidence of burning such as ash, charcoal and burning sediments that are still i…

  • Survei Dan Pemetaan Produk Pelancongan Sejarah Daerah Kuala Muda, Negeri Kedah Darul Aman

    Open Access•Mohd Amin ALI, Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim et al.•ARTICLE•SEJARAH•2021

    The historical tourism sector of Kuala Muda district first received attention when the Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex was recognized as a National Heritage site since 2012 and later as the oldest civilization site in Southeast Asia since 2016. This recognition allows for more proactive research to be conducted which has mapped 59 archaeological sites and 24 historical sites in this district of Kuala Muda. This study is generally conducted to …

  • The Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex: Re-assessing the Emergence of Ancient Kedah

    Open Access•Nasha Rodziadi Khaw, Liang Jun Gooi et al.•ARTICLE•Kajian Malaysia•2021•Cited by: 2

    This article proposes new historical perspectives arising from the findings in the Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex, Kedah, by the Centre for Global Archaeological Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2009. Excavations in the complex unearthed the remains of iron smelting sites, wharves and other brick structures, dating back to the 2nd/3rd century AD. The discoveries of furnaces, tuyeres and iron slag attest to Sungai Batu’s role as the cent…

  • Revisiting the 2,600-Year-Old Ancient Kedah River Jetty Site of Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex, Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Iklil Izzati Zakaria et al.•ARTICLE•The International Journal of…•2025•Cited by: 3

  • New evidence of ancient Kedah iron smelting sites at Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC), Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Naizatul Akma Mohd Mokhtar et al.•ARTICLE•L Anthropologie•2025•Cited by: 2•References: 28

  • The Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex: Re-assessing the Emergence of Ancient Kedah

    Open Access•Nasha Rodziadi Khaw, Liang Jun Gooi et al.•ARTICLE•Kajian Malaysia•2021•Cited by: 2

    This article proposes new historical perspectives arising from the findings in the Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex, Kedah, by the Centre for Global Archaeological Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2009. Excavations in the complex unearthed the remains of iron smelting sites, wharves and other brick structures, dating back to the 2nd/3rd century AD. The discoveries of furnaces, tuyeres and iron slag attest to Sungai Batu’s role as the cent…

  • Survei Dan Pemetaan Produk Pelancongan Sejarah Daerah Kuala Muda, Negeri Kedah Darul Aman

    Open Access•Mohd Amin ALI, Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim et al.•ARTICLE•SEJARAH•2021

    The historical tourism sector of Kuala Muda district first received attention when the Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex was recognized as a National Heritage site since 2012 and later as the oldest civilization site in Southeast Asia since 2016. This recognition allows for more proactive research to be conducted which has mapped 59 archaeological sites and 24 historical sites in this district of Kuala Muda. This study is generally conducted to …

  • The Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex: Re-assessing the Emergence of Ancient Kedah

    Open Access•Nasha Rodziadi Khaw, Liang Jun Gooi et al.•ARTICLE•Kajian Malaysia•2021•Cited by: 2

    This article proposes new historical perspectives arising from the findings in the Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex, Kedah, by the Centre for Global Archaeological Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2009. Excavations in the complex unearthed the remains of iron smelting sites, wharves and other brick structures, dating back to the 2nd/3rd century AD. The discoveries of furnaces, tuyeres and iron slag attest to Sungai Batu’s role as the cent…

  • Kedah Tua Kingdom Ancient River Jetty Architecture as an Iconic Tourism Product of Kuala Muda District, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Iklil Izzati Zakaria et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2022

    Archaeological studies conducted at one of the sites located on the river banks of the Sungai Batu aim to reveal the architecture of the ancient river jetty structure. In order to obtain primary data related to the architectural appearance of this jetty, field research consisting of survey, mapping, excavation and analysis of artifacts was conducted to enable the final interpretation to be submitted. Based on the study has revealed the discovery …

  • Archaeological Evidence of Gua Pelangi, Jelebu, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia: Its Potential as a Heritage Tourism Site

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mohd Aziz GORIP et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2022

    Archaeological studies conducted in Gua Pelangi, Negeri Sembilan have been able to find an early civilization aged between 14,000 to 9,000 thousand years ago which was used as a shelter from hot rain and wild animals, in addition to making stone tools and food preparation. The interpretation was based on the findings of 299 lithic artifacts, 52,929 faunal remains and evidence of burning such as ash, charcoal and burning sediments that are still i…

  • Ancient Kedah Iron Smelting Experiment in Preparation for Offering Archaeological Tourism Heritage Packages at Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (Sbac), Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Sungai Petani Kedah Malaysia Independent Researcher, Mohd Hasfarisham Abd…•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2023

    In order to obtain primary data related to the iron smelting activities, the experimental process of furnaces, tuyere and air pumps making is carried out. The experiment has conducted since 2013 through the Knowledge Transfer Program (KTP) in Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC). Through the experiment, the clay in this complex has been used as a raw material for furnaces and tuyere making while the bellows is made of wood, plywood and fabri…

  • Geoarchaeosites for Heritage Tourism Product of Kuala Muda District, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Amin ALI, Sungai Petani Kedah Malaysia Sungai Petani Municipal Council et…•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2023

    Archaeological research in the Kuala Muda district until 2022 has recorded three archaeological complexes that are still in-situ and can be visited by tourists. The archaeological evidence at Sungai Batu, Bukit Batu Pahat and Pengkalan Bujang Archaeological Complex which proves the existence of the Kedah Tua kingdom as the main trading location in the world. In order to obtain primary data, field research such as surveys, mapping and archaeologic…

  • The Attractions of Guar Kepah Archaeological Site, Penang, Malaysia as an Archaeological Heritage Tourism Site

    Open Access•Bedong Kedah Malaysia Independent Researcher, Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2024

    The Guar Kepah archaeological site in Penang, Malaysia, has been the focus of archaeological re search since 1860, revealing important insights into the prehistoric maritime community that inhabited the area approximately 5,000 years ago. Excavations at the site have revealed human skeletons, teeth, stone tools, and pottery, providing evidence of the community's burial traditions and material culture. The primary data collected from these excavat…

  • The Impressive of Geological Evidence of Kuala Muda District: A Proposal for Geotourism Products in Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Bedong Kedah Malaysia Independent Researcher, Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2024

    This study provides primary evidence about the geological features in Kuala Muda district, indicating significant potential for development as a geotourism product. To collect primary data, we conducted survey and mapping activities to gather information about the current condition of 11 geosites, as well as the facilities already in place to facilitate seasonal tourism. In addition, a review of previous scientific research for each geosite is al…

  • Using survey methods to understand how environment is associated with river jetty at Sungai Batu archaeological complex (SBAC), Kedah, Malaysia

    Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Nor Khairunnisa Talib et al.•ARTICLE•Journal of Cultural Heritage…•2024

    Purpose This study was conducted with the main purpose of recording primary data related to environmental factors, which has become the main criteria in the selection of the Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC) as the center of the iron smelting industry and trade in ancient Kedah. Design/methodology/approach To fulfill this purpose, field studies involving drone photogrammetry mapping, augering, core drilling and geophysical mapping methods…

  • Application of digital technology in offering tourism packages at iron smelting sites, Sungai Batu Archeological Complex (SBAC), Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Naizatul Akma Mohd Mokhtar et al.•ARTICLE•Digital Applications in…•2024•References: 14

  • Ancient Kedah Kingdom: Interpretations Based on Archaeological Studies

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mokhtar Saidin•ARTICLE•Herança•2025

    This manuscript is a summary of archaeological studies conducted in the ancient Kedah area, covering about 1,000 km2. The conclusions of the study were identified by compiling data from written and navigational records as well as the archaeological record itself. The ancient Kedah Kingdom played an important role as a maritime kingdom in Southeast Asia since the 6th century BC. The jetty structure, port management, and the location of trade artif…

  • Geoheritage Tourism in Lenggong Valley, Perak, Malaysia: Local Community Involvement

    Open Access•Bedong Kedah Malaysia Independent Researcher, Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2025

    Academic studies in the Lenggong Valley area have facilitated the careful recording of primary data on the location and current condition of each geoarchaeological site. This research has facilitated the sustainable empowerment of the heritage tourism sector by emphasising the principles of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)—leaving no one behind. Stakeholders plan to help local communities by participating in tourism activities to achieve t…

  • Traces of Trade Activities: Evidence of Ancient Jetty and Port Architectures in Southeast Asian Region

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mokhtar Saidin•ARTICLE•Journal of Maritime Archaeology•2025•References: 7

  • Architecture of the Ancient Port Management SB2G Site at Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC), Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mokhtar Saidin•ARTICLE•Journal of Maritime Archaeology•2025•References: 7

  • Revisiting the 2,600-Year-Old Ancient Kedah River Jetty Site of Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex, Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Iklil Izzati Zakaria et al.•ARTICLE•The International Journal of…•2025•Cited by: 3

  • New evidence of ancient Kedah iron smelting sites at Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC), Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Naizatul Akma Mohd Mokhtar et al.•ARTICLE•L Anthropologie•2025•Cited by: 2•References: 28

  • Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex as an Iconic Heritage Tourism Site: Evidence of Ancient Trade in the Northern Part of Peninsular Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Nor Khairunnisa Talib et al.•ARTICLE•GeoJournal of Tourism and Geosites•2026

    The research at the Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex (SBAC) aimed to document the original river jetty structure and port management of ancient Kedah, which dates back to the 6th and 5th centuries BC. It was built on the riverbank, while port management was built at the back of the river jetty structure. The existence of the river jetty and port management structure in SBAC is clear evidence of the international trade process that has occurred …

  • Ancient Kedah iron smelting site in Kuala Muda district, Kedah, Malaysia: Evidence of iron smelting industry along Sungai Muda

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Shaiful Shahidan et al.•ARTICLE•L Anthropologie•2026

  • Ancient Kedah as an Early Maritime Kingdom in Southeast Asia: A Case Study at the SB1H River Jetty Site, Sungai Batu Archaeological Complex, Bujang Valley, Kedah, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mokhtar Saidin•ARTICLE•Journal of Maritime Archaeology•2026

  • Street Art as Tropical Heritage in Semeling: Emplacing Rural Tourism in Kuala Muda District, Malaysia

    Open Access•Mohd Hasfarisham Abd Halim, Mokhtar Saidin et al.•ARTICLE•eTropic electronic journal of…•2026

    Serving as a form of aesthetic enhancement, street art encompasses artistic activities created on buildings within urban areas. Street art has become a drawcard for heritage tourism in Malaysia. This art frequently incorporates motifs of tropical flora and fauna, along with symbols from Malay and other ethnic groups, to accentuate its distinctiveness. The colours used are vivid and contrasting to highlight the tropical atmosphere as alive and fre…

Archaeology (15 works) · Geography (15 works) · Maritime and Coastal Archaeology (11 works) · Environmental Engineering and Cultural Studies (10 works) · Tourism (9 works) · Ancient history (6 works) · History (6 works) · Jetty (6 works) · Asian Studies and History (4 works) · Excavation (4 works)

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