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The Perhentian Islands (Pulau Perhentian in Bahasa Malaysia) lie approximately 10 nautical miles (19 km) offshore the coast of northeastern Malaysia in the state of Terengganu, approximately 40 miles (64 km) south of the Thai border. The two main islands are Perhentian Besar (“Big Perhentian”) and Perhentian Kecil (“Small Perhentian”). Popular for it’s beaches, snorkeling and driving. Like a real postcard. Excellent alternative online resources:
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The "Dangers" of Snorkeling
If your skin is not used to the hot sun try to take it easy on the first days when you go to the islands. You might even wanna wear a light shirt when you go snorkeling as the sun slames on your back. I had to learn it the hard way when snorkeling on Perhentian Island the first day. The rest of the time I had to stay in the shade looking at the water from a distance... :-/ By Tilo on March 31, 2008
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Jackfruit (Nangka)
 Jackfruit or Nangka, as it is locally known in Malay, is the largest tree borne fruit in the world. The jackfruit trees native to India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Phillipines and Sri Lanka but but also common in Malaysia, probably introduced by humans some time ago.The fruits can reach 36 kg in weight and up to 90 cm long and 50 cm in diameter.
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