Narrow lane in Chinatown (Kampung Cina) that has been beautified and themed witn art works about turtle to remind us of the endangered status of turtles that nest at the beaches of Terengganu
some of the trivia that is exhibited at Turtle Alley:
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Leatherback turtles in Terengganu have declined by 99,9%
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two critically endagered freshwater turtles are found in Terengganu
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4 marine turtle species used to nest in Terengganu. Today, only the green turtles occurs in good numbers
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Turtles mistake plastic bags for food. Keep our beaches and oceans clean!
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Marine turtles can swim up to 10km/hour
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The backbone and rib cage of the turtle are embedded in its shell
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Marine turtles can lay between 30-250 eggs in one nest. They nest several times in one nesting season
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Turtles cannot breathe underwater. They drown when caught in fishing nets
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The world's oldest living animal is a 178-year old tortoise
Official Website
Turtle Conservation Society
Turtle Alley (Lorong Penyu) Gallery:
Chinatown (Kampung China)
KT's Chinatown is located along Jalan Bandar. It is small but charming with colorful shophouses and still has the traditional feel with small stores, cafes and restaurants
Pulau Duyung, Kuala Terengganu
An island located in the river just opposite Chinatown at the river mouth of Sungai Terengganu (Terengganu River) with Malay Kampungs, traditional boat making and resorts
Tian Hou Temple, Kuala Terengganu
Buddhist temple at the bank of Sungai Terengganu and next to Kampung Cina
Big Tree Foot Hawker Centre, Ipoh
Most popular Chinese hawker food center in Ipoh, especially famous for the Yong Tau Foo stall. It is located in Pasir Panjir, just south of the city center.
Bukit Teresek, Taman Negara
Easy to reach high point with great views over the National Park
