Redang Island..

White sandy beaches, crystal clear blue sea, brilliant underwater world... Redang archipelago comprises 9 islands (Lima Island, Paku Besar Island, Paku Kecil Island, Kerengga Besar Island, Kerengga Kecil Island, Ekor Tebu Island, Ling Island, Pinang Island and the main Redang Island) that abound with marvelous marine fishes, turtles and coral reefs that ensure great snorkelling and scuba-diving. Ping Anchorage package tours from camping to luxury beach resort, the choice - is always yours !

21 Reasons to Visit Terengganu.

1. The Longest Exotic Beach In Malaysia (244 km)
2. The Emerald Island In Malaysia - Pulau Redang
3. One Of The Most Beautiful Island In The World - Pulau Perhentian 
4. Pretty Little Island With Candat Sotong Activity - Pulau Kapas & Pulau Gemia
5. The Best Diving Site In Peninsular Malaysia - Pulau Tenggol
6. The Highest Waterfall In Malaysia (305 metres) - Cemerong Waterfall    
7. Terengganu Delights (Nasi Dagang, Keropok Lekor, Fried Ice Cream, Otak-Otak, Satar & More...)
8. One Of The Finest And Most Famous Traditional Boat Making In The World - Boat Making Industry At Pulau Duyung
9. The Biggest And Oldest Cengal Tree In Malaysia (1,300 Years Old and 16.75 Metres Diameter) - Pokok Cengal Besar, Hutan Lipur Pasir Raja.
10. The Floating Mosque - Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque, Kuala Terengganu
11. One Of The Most Beautiful Fireflies Sanctuary In Malaysia, Sungai Yak Yah, Kg. Ibok, Kemaman
12. Malaysia's Largest Collection Of Pheasants, Taman Kuang Ajil
13. Abundance Underwater Marine Life - Pulau Lang Tengah
14. The Largest Man-Made Lake In South East Asia (340 Islands and 14 Waterfalls) - Tasik Kenyir (Kenyir Lake)
15. The Largest Museum In Malaysia - Muzium Negeri Terengganu
16. Terengganu Peranakan Culture & Heritage (Kg Cina Kuala Terengganu)
17. The Mini Saigon - Memories Of The Boat People, Pulau Bidong
18. The World's Oldest Tropical Rainforest (130 Million Year Old) Tanjong Mentong National Park, Tasik Kenyir
19. The Finest Songket And Batik In Malaysia
20. The Finest Wood Carving In Malaysia 
21. A Malay Culture And Heritage, Experience Mubin Shepherd - Terengganu Is A Cradle Of Malay Civilisation
                  

Kenyir lake

Tasik Kenyir is the largest man-made lake in Southeast Asia, spanning 260,000 hectares.

It is also Malaysia's largest rock filled hydroelectric dam. When the area was flooded, most of the hills were above the water level, thus creating about 340 man-made islands.
The rainforest that cradles the area furnishes the lake with an incredible assortment of flora and fauna.

These include rare ferns, exotic orchids, hornbills, elephants, and panthers. It is also home to more than 8,000 species of flowers, 2,500 species of plants and trees, 800 species of orchids, and 300 species of fungus.
It is a popular retreat for nature lovers as it is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest.

It is also an anglers haven as the lake is home to hundreds of species of freshwater fish like Baung, Toman, Kelisa, Lampam and Kelah.

Masjid Tengku Tengah Zaharah..

The Masjid Tengku Tengah Zaharah, located outside Kuala Terengganu is just 4.5km away. This is no ordinary mosque but one that is unique and said to be the only one of its kind in Malaysia. Combining modern and traditional architectural designs, the mosque creates an illusion of itself as floating on water. 

Floating mosque..

Rantau Abang.

A sea turtle nesting place...

From Kuantan, drive north for about 2 hours, passing through the oil town of Kerteh, Paka and Dungun.

From Dungun town, head further north for another 5 minutes.

You should be passing over th Dungun river bridge.

After the bridge, passing by the exit to Teluk Bidara recreational beach.

You will see a curve on the road and giant rock boulders which marks the beginning of Rantau Abang beacheson your right.

The beaches of Rantau abang located in the state of Terengganu on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia,

are famed for being the landing sites of Pacific Giant leatherback turtles.

Rantau Abang is one of only six places in the world visited by these turtles from month of May to September.

Beach of Rantau Abang.

Chukai, Kemaman, Terengganu

 Kemaman map

Terengganu has a beautiful coastal road that takes you through most of the fishing ports and cities in the state. Kemaman district expanded considerably during the economic boom of the mid-90s, when the housing projects mushroomed overnight. Modern shops replaced the picturesque old wooden shops and roads have been widened to accommodate increased traffic. But the economic slowdown has left a clear mark on cities. 

Aside from a stop to refuel and for certain foods, Kemaman has little to offer. Kemaman Port is the main port where large tankers anchor and not too far away, Star Cruises dock at their private dock near the station Awana Kijal. Star Cruise is a luxury liner that sails frequently along the coast of Terengganu on the way to Phuket, Thailand.

Awana Kijal Resort

The first excise and customs department on the east cost was set up at Chukai because of the busy port at the estuary. Chukai means 'tax' in Malay. However, the beauty of Chukai's old town has been reduced to a few landmarks here and there but not impressive enough to make one stay.

 Mercu Tanda Kemaman

Just on the outskirts of town, along the river sits a little fishing village little known to outsiders. The tiny river jetty is often crowded with colourful Terengganu fishing boats. Noises from fishermen sailing in after a day's catch can be heard from afar, blown in with the sea breeze. During the hot afternoons, the fishermen are seen mending their nets and traps under the shady trees nearby.

Introduction of Terengganu

Terengganu is one of the Malaysian state, which is equipped with a wealth of charming scenery and refreshing. It has beaches, exotic islands, lush virgin tropical jungle, quaint fishing villages, dazzling waterfalls and much, much more.

Their miles and miles of white sand beaches and crystal clear water stretches over its 225 km of coastline, extending from Besut in the north to Kemaman in the south. Their islands are among the most beautiful and fascinating in the country. Since its myriad of colorful entertainment, batik, printing and weaving songket enthusiastic celebration of many generations of cultural and traditional heritage includes, Terengganu is indeed a very blessed state.

The people of Terengganu, which is approximately 1 million people, consists of 90% Malays, with the remainder being made for the Chinese and Indians. The pace of life in Kuala Terengganu, the capital of the state, and all the towns and villages in Terengganu is comfortable and unaffected by the bustle of a big city.

Terengganu history as far back as the first century and has long been an important area of ​​Malay settlement. Over time, to date Terengganu ruled by 16 sultans.