Terengganu Darul Iman

Interesting places in Terengganu

Terengganu is a state that situated at the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia.  Terengganu is one of the Malaysian states that is endowed with a wealth of charming and refreshing natural landscapes. It has many beautiful beaches, exotic and interesting islands, refreshing waterfall and many more.

 Pulau Duyung or Mermaid Island

Pulau Duyung or Mermaid Island is a combination of Pulau Duyung Besar and Pulau Duyung Kecil. Pulau Duyung Besar is the most famous place in order to find and obtain the great master boat makers and traditional boat making. Since of that, Pulau Duyung is the international tourist destination since the annual monsoon cup is also done here.

For boat maker, Abdullah’s handcrafted yachts is the famous and it produce remarkable design of boat.  Many tourists and visitor like to visit Abdullah’s workshop aSungai Terengganu. All of his design is derived from his

imagination and all his handcraftsare not nailed but it is dovetailed and pegged.

Other than that, the annual monsoon cup is also another attraction of Pulau Duyung. The Monsoon Cup is the international sailing championship that involves many professional sailor from all around the world. This championship is the idea from Datuk Sri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi our fifth prime minister.

Pulau Duyung is also famous with its dried and salted fish, and fish crackers industries. It also easy to access  by  using the Sultan Mahmud Bridge, or for those who enjoy using sea transportation they take a boat from the Kuala Terengganu waterfront.

Pulau Redang/Redang Island

Pulau Redang is the largest of a group of nine protected island dotting in the South China Sea off the Terengganu coast. It is located 45km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu. Crystal clear waters and numerous dive sites for enthusiast are the special offers given by this island.  The water here are rich in marine life since it is sheltered within the Pulau Redang Marine Park. Many fish, anemones, brilliant hues of coral can be seen during the midday when sun ray penetrate the sea.

Two  historic shipwrecks which are The H.M.S. Prince of Wales and H.M.S. Repulse contain in the waters around the Pulau Redang that sank here at the start of World War II that significant with the setting  stage for the Japanese occupation of Malaya.  This paradise island is the perfect setting for snorkelling, swimming, scuba- diving, jungle trekking, boating and canoeing. However within a 3.2km radius of the island as Pulau Redang fishing is not allowed since it is gazetted as a marine park. The collection of corals and other aquatic life is also strictly prohibited and not allowed.

Masjid Kristal/ Crystal Mosque

Crystal Mosque is made from steel, glass and crystal, hence the name. This beautiful building sits over Terengganu River and welcomes over 1500 worshipers at a time. This mosque is very beautiful during the day with the sun shining over its glass that faceted exterior and give it the great and beautiful sparkling effect.

The foundation of the Crystal Mosque in the water provides a floating illusion because to its close proximity to the water that provides reflections to the glass walls, minarets and domes. Other than that, it also creates a prismatic and radiant exterior.  Sunset will be the best time to visit for a panoramic picture for photographer. This is because the sunset ray provide addition of lustrous color to the luminescent exterior that reflects charm of the vibrant heritage and the idyllic nature that surrounding The Crystal Mosque.

Visitor or tourist can go to the Crystal Mosque by bus, taxi or boat. However there will be a fee to enter this mosque. The admission fee is according to the age.

Adults: RM20

Senior Citizen: RM15

Children 7-12 years: RM15

Children below age6: free