Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia
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Cherating

Cherating is the only real backpacker hub at the east coast of the peninsula on the mainland. Offering plenty of affordable chalets and a relaxed atmosphere, it is good place to stop for a night or two on the way up or down the east coast. The beach itself is not that spectacular and misses the palm directly at the beach. But it has a good vibe and few things you can do like taking a tour or renting a kayak up the river into the mangroves. There is also an active surfer scene when the waves are right. Cherating is located about 30km or 1h by local bus north of Kuantan.

Kuching

Kuching is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sarawak on Borneo. Kuching is the most populous city in the state of Sarawak and the fourth largest city in Malaysia. Kuching means “cat” in Malay.

Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia

Kuala Terengganu is located at on at the east coast of the peninsula at the mouth of the Sungai Terengganu river. It’s the capital of the state of Terengganu which forms together with Kedah and Kelatan the heartland of malay culture. KT is good stop for one or 2 days before moving on along the eastcoast or towards the National Park / Tasik Kenyir. There are also day trips available to Pulau Rendang (Island) and Tasik Kenyir (Lake)

Excellent alternative online resources:

Wikipidia:Kuala Terengganu
Wikipidia:Kuala Terengganu
Virtual Tourist:Kuala Terengganu

Keropok Lekor

 The easiest way to describe Keropok Lekor is to call it fish sausage. It is the specialty from Terengganu, a state at the east coast and omnipresent in the streets and villages and very much a part of the live of the people there. Here are some pictures from one of the most popular Keropok Lekor stalls or shall I say factory, in Kuala Terengganu. ... more

Dikir Barat

 Dikir Barat is the most popular traditional music from Kelatan. It is also still actively performed in Terengganu and Singapore. It is very unique and entertaining to watch. The basic elements of a Dikir Barat group are the two frontmen, the Juara and the Tukang Karut, and the big vocal "rhythm group". Have a look! ... more

Things to Do & See
Pulau Duyung
Island in the river mouth of Sungai Terengganu across the city center with malay Kampungs and traditional boat making ... more
Chinatown
Small but charming stretch of old houses on both sides of Jalan Kampung Cina with the houses stretching out in the back into the Sungai Terangganu River ... more
Pasar Besar Kedai Payang (Central Market)
The colourful wet and dry market of KT is right next to Chinatown and along the river. At the entrance are traditional trishaws who take costumers back to their home for RM3 ... more
Teregganu State Museum
Acclaimed as the largest museum in South East Asia, the Terengganu State Museum Complex houses century old artefacts and artworks of rich and colourful heritage ... more
Zainal Abidin Mosque
The mosque, also known as the White Mosque or the Big Mosque, was built by Sultan Zainal Abidin II between 1793 and 1808 but has been renovated and extended after that. ... more
Crystal Mosque (Islamic Civilisation Park)
also known as Taman Tamandun Islam. The RM250 Million theme park was opened in february 2008 and houses besides the Crystal Mosque replicas of several world famous mosques. ... more
Floating Mosque (Masjid Tengku Tengah Zaharah)
The mosque is located in Teluk Ibai, just over 4km away from Kuala Terengganu town centre, south of Batu Buruk beach. The mosque appears to be floating on water, hence the nickname ... more
Pantai Batu Buruk (Beach)
beach close to City Center. Literually meansBeach of the Ugly Stone. It is popular for playing with kites or having a walk but it is considered too dangerous for swimming. ... more
Bukit Puteri
Princess Hill. Hill in city center with the remains of an old fort. ... more

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HOSTELS
Sankris Lodge
Hostel, Kuala Terengganu
 hostel in the city center ... more

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LINKS

Kuala Terengganu Links

Interesting Places in Terengganu
Interesting Blog by a terengganu local
Lake Kenyir Resort
Resort at the largest lake in Malaysia, 1h from Kuala Terangganu
Tourism Terengganu
Official Tourism Terengganu website

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Kuala Terengganu, Bukit Puteri

Princess Hill. Hill in city center with the remains of an old fort. ... more
Kuala Lumpur, Plaza Low Yat (Tech Mall)

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Low Yat is the place go to buy electronic and high-tech stuff like computers, laptops , computer parts and accessories, cameras, mobile phones, blanks discs etc. ... more
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Malls, Malls, Malls - Shopping in Kuala Lumpur
KL has an incredible density of big shopping centres. It seems like every other year a new mall is opening trying to outdo the others in size or design. Here's a list of the favourites among locals and tourists with more information and pictures of each shopping centre.