Terengganu

Terengganu, which overlooks the South China Sea on the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, is another charming holiday destination. Its long coastline is endowed with magnificent beaches of white sand and washed by clear, warm waters. This coastal paradise is renowned for beach-front activities, such as beach combing, sea sports, fishing and boat making. Its numerous islands offer ideal getaway spots for sun-lovers and diving enthusiasts or simply for pure relaxation. The most beautiful islands nestled along its shores are the Perhentian Islands, where the water is sapphire blue.

Places of Interest

Pasar Payang

Located beside the busy Sungai Terengganu waterfront, it offers a variety of traditional handicrafts like batik, silk, songket, brocade and brassware, and fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables and 'Keropok Lekor' – a special local delicacy made from a mixture of fish and sago – all at reasonable prices.

Getting there: Located just outside Kuala Terengganu, local buses and taxis are easily available from the town center.

Masjid Tengku Tengah Zaharah The mosque sits on stilts on an open sandy area with water flowing underneath. Hence, it was nicknamed ‘The Floating Mosque.' Reputed to be the only one of its kind in the country, this beautiful masterpiece cleverly blends Moorish and Islamic architecture. It is equally breathtaking at night, when the lighting helps create an illusion that the mosque is floating on water.

Getting there: Located just outside Kuala Terengganu, local buses and taxis are easily available from the town center.

Lake Kenyir

Located in the interior part of Terengganu, Kenyir Lake is the largest man-made lake in Southeast Asia, covering an area of 142.47 sq miles. It is also Malaysia's largest rock-filled hydroelectric dam. Within the immense lake, there are at least 14 waterfalls, 340 islands, and several rapids and rivers, making it home to numerous species of freshwater fishes and exotic wildlife.

Getting there: There is no direct bus from Kuala Terengganu to Tasik Kenyir. Visitors can take a bus to Kuala Berang and then hop on a taxi from there.

State Museum Complex This complex as Jalan Losong Ferry is an imposing structure with a main museum housing 10 galleries, a fisheries museum, a maritime museum and four traditional palaces. It also contains a botanical garden and an herbal garden.

List of Islands

	Pulau Redang Some 50 km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu is Pulau Redang, one of the prettiest islands in Malaysia . Pualau Redang has clear waters with white, sandy shores fringing a heavily forested landmass. Good visibility makes it a great diving site.
There are vast areas of coral reefs -- the table coral formations in the mature coral gardens are a breathtaking sight to behold. There is also colorful marine life and certain areas noted for the large numbers of sea cucumbers on the ocean floor.
	Pulau Perhentian Situated 13 miles off the coast of Terengganu, the Pulau Perhentian Marine Park consists of two islands: the larger Pulau Perhentian Besar and the smaller Pulau Perhentian Kecil. Both islands are surrounded by virgin jungle and palm trees on white sand beaches. The warm blue waters contain colorful coral gardens.
The islands are ideal for relaxation. For the more active visitor, there are facilities for swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, deep sea fishing, wind-surfing, sailing and canoeing. A journey to this spectacular island takes about one hour by boat from Kuala Besut.
Pulau Kapas Noted for its pure emerald waters and white sand beaches fringed by swaying palm trees, this is another place with dazzling marine life and coral formation. Long kept a secret by lovers of the underwater world, this island offers many secluded areas, which are unspoiled and great for divers.
There are facilities for snorkeling, wind-surfing, kayaking and boating. Pulau Kapas is a 30 minute boat ride from Marang.

For more details on places of interest, please visit www.tourism.terengganu.gov.my.