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City in Malaysia
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Kuala Terengganu is the administrative capital, royal capital and the main economic centre of Terengganu, on the east coast of peninsular Malaysia. The city is also the main gateway to many of the state's tourist destinations, including Kampung Cina, Pasar Besar Kedai Payang, Terengganu State Museum, and Batu Buruk Beach. Even though the city is not spared from modernity and development, Kuala Terengganu retains strong Malay influences that are intermixed with other cultures from its long history as a port.
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The largest museum complex in Malaysia, with detailed exhibits on textiles, the history of the petroleum industry and nature. It contains a park by the river with maritime exhibits. The museum also houses the Batu Bersurat Terengganu (Terengganu Stone), which contains the oldest example of classical Jawi Malay writing.
Crystal Mosque
Unique looking mosque for 1500 worshippers.
Islamic Heritage Park
An Islamic-themed recreational park near the state museum. Models of famous mosques around the world are built here in smaller size. The famous 'Masjid Kristal' is also here. Entrance fee: 30 RM (to the park), free (to Masjid Kristal)
Floating Mosque
This beautiful, simple white mosque built on the created lake flowing from the Ibai river attracts locals, especially in the late afternoon and weekends, for family activities.
Maziah Palace
A well known palace, standing strong at the foot of Bukit Puteri. One of few palaces owned by the Terengganu Royal Family, this beautiful palace is now used for royal occasions such as Royal Raya Open House or the installation of a new king.
Princess Hill
A hill fort behind the Bazar Warisan. It played a key role during the Terengganu civil war between competing sultans (1831-1876). The hilltop contains a bell, several keramat, a 'throne' and cannons facing the sea. Good for a view of the waterfront. Entrance fee: 1 RM (but normally not enforced).
In the middle of the estuary, has some interesting shipyards and an old wooden mansion (kota lama). This is also a fishing village.
Across from the market jetty, has some interesting cottage industries ranging from keropok lekor to batik.
Along Jalan Kampung Cina. Look for beautiful rows of old Chinese buildings where you can try tasty local Terengganu and Chinese food in the small, cheap but cozy restaurants scattered around.
The first drawbridge built in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. There is an observatory on top.
Air conditioned 13- and 16-bed dorms. security lockers. Free wifi. Self catering facilities. Double room has a shared bathroom.
Air conditioned double room with own bathroom and cable TV. Free wifi.
Single/double rooms. Shared lounge.
Hotel Seri Malaysia Kuala Terengganu
Supermarket & department store.
Known in the area as a discount store.
By bus
From Kuala Besut the bus timetable is erratic: approximate timetable is 7AM, 8:30AM, 10:30AM, 1PM, 2PM and 4:30PM.
By car
Kuala Terengganu is the terminus of the East Coast Expressway from Kuala Lumpur via Kuantan, taking about 5 hours to cover the distance of approximately 450 km.
By ferry
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