PLACES OF INTEREST
Nature and Adventure |
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 Bukit Puteri
Bukit Puteri is a 200m high historical hill, situated next to
Istana Maziah. It was used as a fortress between the years of 1831
to 1876 to defend the state from enemy attacks and many relics from
that era remain. Today, the hill serves as a historical remainder
and also as a scenic lookout over magnificent view of Kuala
Terengganu. |
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Cultural Centre
A visit to Pengkalan Budaya or the Cultural Centre, a venue for
cultural performances, is a must on the itinerary for all visitors
to Kuala Terengganu. Ideally located along pantai batu buruk (Batu
Buruk Beach), it offers visitors an opportunity to see for
themselves, the performance of silat which is the malay art of self
defence, traditional dances such as ulek mayang and joget and a
wide selection of games and pastime. The performances are held
every friday and saturday, between 5.00 p.m. To 7.00 p.m. And 9.00
p.m. To 11.00 p.m. So, do not miss the opportunity to witness the
fascinating diversity of Terengganu's culture. |
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 Istana Maziah
Istana Maziah is believed to have been constructed during the reign
of sultan zainal abidin iii. It was built in 1897 to replace the
istana hijau which was burned down during world war ii. Located
next to Bukit Puteri, it is the venue for royal birthdays,
weddings, conferment of titles and receptions for local and foreign
dignitaries. A product of the blend between splendid modern and
traditional architecture, it is also well-know as one of malaysia's
cultural attractions. |
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 Kampung Cina
Kampung Cina was the home of first chinese traders during the
mid-18th century in Kuala Terengganu. The famed one-street china
town run parallel to the Terengganu river. The houses of Kampung
Cina have architecture designs that are peculiar to Kuala
Terengganu. Built of wood and stone with slanted roofs, the two
storey houses are built on stilts and extend into the river which
flows behind them. A great variety of handcrafts, souvenirs and
antiques shops lined the street. |
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 Masjid Tengku Tengah
Zaharah
The Masjid Tengku Tengah Zaharah, also known as the floating mosque
was built on the estuary of sungai ibai and its intricate design
gives viewers the impression that the mosque is actually floating
on water. This place of worship is beautifully lit at night and
provides a holy landmark for the city. |
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 State Museum
The Terengganu State Museum complex is the largest museum in
southeast asia. The complex consists of a main museum, a maritime
museum, a fisheries museum, 4 traditional houses and a botanic and
herbs gardens. The main museum is built on 16 stilts, in accordance
with the traditional architecture of Terengganu. Its 4 blocks are
adjoined, to represent a big family. There are 10 galleries
showcasing textiles, crafts, historical, royal, new generation and
contemporary arts. |
