The state of Terengganu (Terengganu Darul Iman, "Terengganu Abode of Faith") borders on Kelantan in the north, and 240 km of its coastline overlook the South China Sea. These regions are an ideal place for beach lovers. The most beautiful of the islands lying off the coast of the state are considered to be Perhentian. Giant leatherback turtles visit the banks of Terengganu every year from May to October, preferring the surroundings of Rantau Abang.
The capital is Kuala Terengganu.
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How to get
Local airlines Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia fly to the airport. Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Terengganu from Kuala Lumpur and other major cities of the country. The flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu takes about 50 minutes.
Through the entire eastern coast of the country, including through the state of Terengganu, there is a federal highway connecting Kota-Baru with Johor Bahru. The route from Kuala Lumpur through Karak to Kuantan and further along the coastal route to Kuala Terengganu takes about eight hours.
From Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Ipo, Penang, Kota-Baru and Johor Bahru to Terengganu, express buses and intercity taxis run. The central bus station of the city is located on the street. Jalan Sultan Zainal Abidin.
Beaches of Terengganu
At 60 km from Kuala Terengganu is Rantau Abang beach - one of six in the world, where from May to September, leathery turtles emerge on the beach to lay eggs. Some individuals of these amazing animals reach 2, 5 m in length and weigh up to 375 kg.
A few kilometers from the city of Besut there is a long beach of white sand Bukit Kluang. Also popular beaches in Penaric. There is a gentle entrance to the water and a small depth, which may appeal to families with children.
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Cuisine and restaurants of Terengganu
In the state of Terengganu, fresh seafood can be found everywhere, and the local cuisine has a peculiar combination of spices. The company's signature delicacy is glutinous rice "nasi dagang" with curry, cucumber and a sharp coconut sambal sauce.
Entertainment, sightseeing and sightseeing
In the state capital - the complex of the State Central Museum, Bukit Putri ("Princess Hill"), Istan Maziya Palace, Pasar Poyang Market, Masjid Tengku Tengah Mosque of Zahara and Malaysia Folk Craft Center.
The Sekayu forest park is located in Kuala Berang, 60 km from Kuala Terengganu. The main local attraction is the seven-cascade waterfall Sekayu. Also here you can see an orchard, a bird park, a mini zoo and a pond with changing cabins and canopies for family picnics. The Pelagat Forest Reserve in the Besut district is notable for the waterfalls of Lata Tembakah. Nearby hot springs La.
Two waterfalls Sungay Cherralak: Jeram Solo (12 m) and Jeram Padang (24 m). You can get here as follows: from Kuala-Jengai (Kuala Jengai) to Sungai-Cherralak by boat. After landing, go through the jungle, then cross the river Cherralak. Another way to the waterfalls leads along cobbled paths and forest trails.
Lake Tasik Kenyer - the largest man-made lake in South-East Asia is 10 km from Kuala Berang and 55 km from Kuala-Terengganu. The lake arose as a result of the construction of the dam of the largest hydroelectric power station in Malaysia. After flooding the surrounding area, there appeared 340 picturesque islets. Here you can fish, do canoeing, organize a forest trek or simply swim.
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