Kuala Terengganu Things to Do

The palace was believed to have been built in 1897 as replacement to the previous palace which has been burnt down. It's located next to Bukit Puteri...about 220 metres from the beach...not so far away from Pasar Payang. It's the venue for royal birthdays, weddings, conferment of titles and also for reception for local and foreign dignitaries. The palace has a combination of modern n traditional architecture...really nice.

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Central Market or knowns as Pasar Payang by the locals is one of the most popular tourist spots in Kuala Terengganu. Housed in a modern building complete with a shopping arcade and a car park, it offers visitors a variety of traditional handicrafts such as batik, silk, songket, brocade and brassware, other fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables and 'Keropok Lekor', which is a special local delicacy made from a mixture of fish and sago. Visitors to this market will have a delightful experience shopping in local fares at reasonable prices.

Saying turtle is highly protected all over the countries.... But... lotsa turtle eggs can still be found in Central Market, Kuala Terengganu...

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China town in Kuala Terengganu is favoured by most travellers as the best place to visit on the island... maybe bcoz tat's the only place you can go in Terengganu..

Visitors may notice the overall looks of the shophouses first, as it is unlike any ordinary china town shops. The shophouses here gives out an old feel to it, the wooden tables, books which are decades old, and familiar scents of the past. Some shops there sells similar products, but different quality. Visitors can look around to see what they would want to purchase. The most recommended purchase would be the reprinted version of art pieces by a well known local artist, Chang Fee Ming. There are many other artworks to look around too, as well as batik for sale. Shops there mostly closes in the late evening.

There were lotsa Goldsmiths and Pawnshops too... And their business was real good... I wonder why... probably most of them Pawn used gold to Buy new gold?? Tat's just my guessing... :P

Known as Kampung Cina to the locals, this stretch of road along the river is home to the small Chinese community of Terengganu. An arch at the beginning of this road near the Sri Malaysia Hotel is the landmark of Chinatown. By the side of the arch is a road side stall selling Tau Foo Fah (bean curd). Try it it's good and refreshing on a hot evening. Behind the Stores Supermarket is a food court selling a variety of Chinese street food - chee cheong fun, wantan noodles etc. Very cheap food. Little down the road from the arch is a Chinese Temple which houses a goddess who is said to have protected the Chinese of this state. As you walk along the main road of Chinatown you'll be able to see century-old shophouses which are now used as grocery stores, coffee shops etc. There are a lot of shops selling souvenirs and batik cloth. The price is reasonable but you do need to bargain.

Visit the Terengganu State Museum. The complex is said to be the largest in Malaysia. It showcases the culture and history of Terengganu as well as the petroleum industry which has generated much of the state's wealth. Well worth the visit. Entrance is RM5 for adult and RM2 for children. It is closed on Fridays. The gardens outside also makes a nice place to stroll in the evening. On the way to the museum, you'll pass by many stalls selling keropok lekor (a type of fish cracker). Losong is famous for this crackers which is sometimes called 'kau sai' (dog ***) by the locals because it resembles one! But it's really delicious and you should stop by one and try them!

Floating Mosque - it is called the floating mosque because it gives an illusion that its floating. Actually, its not! The mosque is sorrounded by water but it is elevated with the used of the stilts.

I wasnt able to go inside and see the mosque up close but from a far you can definitely tell its magnificent structure.

Pulau Duyung is located about 20 minutes drive from the hotel were we stayed (Seri Malaysia). Here you can see the locals making huge wooden boats.
As per the workers, they do not use nails to put the wood pieces together but rather they also use woods so the boat won't rust.

One boat costs millions of dollars and so most of the boats that t hey make are either owned by rich businessmen from different countries.

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Turtle Museum - This museum needs renovation and fund from the local government. What's inside of it are very informative and useful to whoever will drop by to see the museum.

Most of the exhibits that you can find here are dioramas and photos of the turltle...From the time they mate to laying of eggs .

Although selling and eating turtle eggs are prohibited by the local government for the people to do so....still you can find in the local markets that they still sell fresh and boiled turtle eggs.