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TRAVELING IN KELANTAN & TERENGGANU [merged]

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Post time 10-9-2004 03:00 AM | Show all posts
WATERFALLS

Jeram Pasu



Jeram Pasu is by far the most popular. It is situated off the Kota Bharu - Pasir Puteh road at Kampung Pak Amat and is accessible by car. Or board Bus No. 3 from the main terminal to Padang Pak Amat. Then take a taxi from there to the waterfalls, about 8 km away. A dip in the crystal clear icy water does wonders to the spirit.

Terletak di Kampung Padang Pak Amat dan boleh di kunjungi secara berkenderaan sehingga ke destinasi. Ia merupakan kunjungan air terjun yang paling popular. Airnya yang jernih , sejuk serta nyaman pastinya akan mengembirakan dan memuaskan hati setiap pengunjung.


Jeram Lenang



Jeram Lenang is another favourite among the locals. The waterfall is only 12 metres high but nonetheless, draws the crowds. Bus No. 3 will take you to Pasir Puteh, from where you can board a taxi to Jeram Lenang.

Jeram Lenang merupakan hutan lipur air terjun yang menarik Berada kira-kira 65 km daripada Kota Bharu,dan 15 km dari Machang dan 10 km dari Pasir Puteh. Jeram Lenang merupakan satu lagi destinasi yang menjadi kunjungan orang ramai. Ia merupakan destinasi yang ideal untuk berkelah, berehat, berkhemah serta sesuai untuk aktiviti merentas hutan.


Lata Beringin



The jewel in the crown is undoubtedly Lata Beringin. At 120m, it is also one of the highest waterfalls in the country. The pool at the base provides a rejuvenating dip The magnificent view and lush surroundings make this a popular camping spot. Lata Beringin is near the Sungai Pas Kesedar Land Scheme. It is accessible via a dirt track leading off from the Kuala Krai-Gua Musang highway.

Lata Beringin terkenal dengan ketinggian air terjunnya iaitu setinggi 120 meter. Terletak di Sungai Pas di bawah Skim Kesedar dan boleh di kunjungi melalui   laluan lebuhraya Kuala Krai – Gua Musang . Keindahan permandangan dan kawasan sekeliling yang menarik di sini menyebabkan ianya popular untuk tujuan berkhemah


River Cruise & Jungle Trekking/Menyusuri Sungai & Merentas Hutan



The ecotourist will find much to delight him were he to take an upriver cruise of Sungai Kelantan into the virgin rainforests of Kelantan. The secrets of the jungle will unfold itself if he looks and listens; and the little villages along the bank is an added bonus.

Take Bus No. 5 which leaves the main terminal at 7.45 every morning for Kuala Krai. At Kuala Krai, take the boat which leaves at 10.00 am for Dabong. The 2-hour boat ride affords ample time to take in the grandeur of the rainforests.

Upon reaching Dabong, you have about three hours to while away before catching the boat back to Kuala Krai at 3.15 pm. Take a stroll around the village and observe the villagers at their daily chores.

Alternatively, you can venture up to Jelawang to stay the night in one of the chalets (RM25.00 including meals). A one and a half-hour jungle trek brings you to the Jelawang Waterfall, spectacular and every bit worth the effort.

If you decide to return to Kuala Krai on the same day, you can catch a taxi from Kuala Krai to Kota Bharu. Please note that there are no boats available on Fridays.

The southbound train from Dabong brings you to Gua Musang in two and a half hours. Here is where the majestic Lata Beringin is located. Gua Musang also lies within the National Park ami st the splendour of the world's oldest rainforests. Explore the many limestone caves, cascading waterfalls or enjoy a river boat safari.

There are similar trips organised by the Tourist Information Centre in Kota Bharu. You are advised to book in advance.

Pengunjung yang menggemari ekotourism pastinya akan gembira jika berpeluang menyusuri

sungai Kelantan melawati hutan hujan yang masih belum dicemari. Anda juga berpeluang mendengar kicauan unggas dan tanda-tanda hidupan liar sepanjang menyusuri sungai. Selain itu, pelancong boleh menikmati suasana aktiviti  masyarakat yang tinggal di perairan sungai menjalani hidupan harian mereka.

Untuk menyusuri sungai, ianya bermula di Kuala Krai iaitu kira-kira sejam setengah perjalanan di Selatan Kota Bharu. Di Kuala Krai, anda perlu menaiki bot di jeti sungai untuk memulakan perjalanan selama 2 jam yang akan berakhir di Dabong .

Dari Dabong, beberapa alternatif boleh di ambil. Anda samada boleh menaiki keretapi untuk kembali Kota Bharu dengan persiggahan di Wakaf Bharu ataupun meneruskan perjalanan ke Jelawang untuk mengalami aktiviti merentas hutan. Aktiviti ini memerlukan anda untuk bermalam . Anda boleh menyewa rumah rehat yang disediakan. Jangan ketinggalan untuk mengujungi Air Terjun Jelawang yang begitu mempersonakan dengan tarikan semulajadinya , dan pastinya boleh meninggalkan pengalaman yang manis yang mengambil masa selama sejam setengah merentas desa untuk sampai ke sana.

Alternatif yang lain boleh di buat dengan mengambil perjalanan selatan selama 2
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Post time 10-9-2004 03:22 AM | Show all posts
Shopping/Pusat Membeli Belah

Bazar Buluh Kubu



Head to this bazaar if you're looking for bargains. This 3-storey shopping complex is stocked with miniature souvenirs, knick-knacks and clothing. T-shirts, hats, key chains and silver ornaments make lovely gifts.

Jika anda gemar membeli barangan secara tawar-menawar, di sinilah anda patut tujui. Kompleks 3 tingkat ini dipenuhi dengan stok barangan terutama jenis
kraftangan dan batik  yang boleh dibawa balik sebagai ole-ole atau buah tangan di antaranya  barangan jenis senjata keris dan pakaian, topi, rantai kunci, perak dan sebagainya.

Bazar Buluh Kubu merupakan tempat yang paling menarik dan boleh dianggap Pasar Seni di Kelantan. Suasana, warna dan bunyi yang boleh dinikmati di sini menampilkan keunikan Kelantan. Pelbagai jenis makanan tradisi dan moden boleh didapati di sini. Suasananya meriah terutamanya tengahari dan petang. Bazar ini berada bersebelahan dengan Istana Balai Besar dan Pasar Besar Siti Khadijah. Bazar ini dibuka di antara 9.00 pagi hingga 7.00 petang setiap hari.



Pasar Siti Khadijah





Siti Khadijah Wet Market is a riot colour. Kelantanese stall holders conduct their business amidst rows of chilies, carrots, seafoods and farm produce . It may suprise you that a majority of them are women. Perhaps this is a throwback to the fact that Kelantan was once ruled by a princess, Cik Siti Wan Kembang. Kelantanese women remain fiercely entrepreneurial and have been known to be hard bargainers

Pasar Besar Siti Khadijah, nama asalnya Pasar Buluh Kubu. Nama Siti Khadijah diambil bersempena nama isteri Nabi Muhammad SAW yang juga merupakan seorang peniaga wanita yang berjaya. Pasar Siti Khadijah adalah pasar yang paling terkenal di Kelantan.Di pasar ini semua jenis barangan ada dijual di antaranya makanan, sayur-sayuran, ikan, ayam, pakaian, rempah ratus, barangan kraftangan tembaga dan perak dan banyak lagi. Satu perkara yang unik di Pasar Siti Khadijah adalah semua peniaganya adalah sebahagian besarnya adalah wanita di samping mengenakan perhiasan emas seperti rantai leher, gelang tangan yang agak banyak.
Pasar ini beroperasi seawal jam 6.00 pagi hingga 7.00 petang. Semua peniaga akan menghentikan segala urusan jual beli setelah masuk waktu sembahyang selama 15 minit. Ini bagi membolehkan semua pengunjung dan peniaga menunaikan solat.



  Night Market/  pasar malam  



Dining out in the open, under the stars, makes a pleasant change. Night foods stalls situated near the main bus terminal are open from 6.00 pm to midnight and serve a delectable array of dishes. If you want to savour a truly Malaysia dining atmosphere , this is it!

Gerai makanan malam ini terletak berdekatan dengan terminal bas utama. Ia dibuka dari jam 6.00 petang hingga ke tengah malam, dan ia dihidangkan secara "delectable array of dishes". Jika pengunjung ingin menikmati makanan secara terbuka di bawah kilauan cahaya bintang, merupakan satu kelainan yang dilakukan.
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Post time 10-9-2004 04:30 AM | Show all posts
Historical Places

KOTA   BHARU

1- The Pitis Bank



The Pitis Bank is the oldest brick building situated on the left at the main entrance of Istana Balai Besar.This building was built during the reign of Sultan Muhammad III (Long Kundur b Sultan Ahmad 1889 - 1890). It was used as the monetary centre of the state.This building is 12 feet by 12 feet rectangular in shape. The doors were made of
cengal wood with three steel bolts.

Bank Pitis, iaitu sebuah bangunan batu tertua, terletak di bahagian luar sebelah kanan pintu masuk Istana Balai Besar. Bangunan ini dibina pada zaman pemerintahan Sultan Muhammaad III (Long Kundur bin Sultan Ahmad 1889- 1890). Bangunan ini digunakan untuk menyimpan pitis-pitis (wang) perbelanjaan negeri Kelantan pada masa ini.Bangunan ini berbentuk empat segi berukuran 12 kaki lebar dan tingginya 12 kaki. Daun pintu diperbuat daripada kayu cengal dengan tiga penyelak (kunci) diperbuat daripada besi.


2 -  Kampung Laut Mosque/ Masjid Kampung Laut



Kampung Laut Mosque is believed to be the oldest mosque in Malaysia. Its unique architecture design without the use of nails resembles two mosque found in the Jawa Islam- Demak Mosque and Peringgit Mosque.

It is believed that the mosque was built in the 18th century by the religious group who were sailing to the Jawa. Up to the year 1966, this mosque was used as a main place to perform religious activities by the people who lived in the vicinity of Kampung Laut. Unfortunately, the mosque was badly hit by flood at the end of 1966 and early 1967. As a result,the State Government had to close down the mosque and build a new mosque in a safer place. In November 1967, the State Government in association with the Malaysia History Society and the National.Museum dismantled and rebuilt the mosque on its present location at Nilam Puri, Centre of Islamic Study in Kelantan.

Every effort was done to faithfully preserve its original architecture with maximum used of old materials. However, only the main part of the mosque was able to be rebuilt. To preserve its historical value, an organising committee was formed to maintain the old mosque.

Masjid Kampung Laut adalah dipercayai merupakan sebuah masjid yang tertua di Malaysia. Rekabentuknya yang unik dan pembinaan asalnya yang tidak menggunakan sebarang paku mempunyai ciri-ciri persamaan dengan dua buah masjid lama yang terdapat di Pulau Jawa iaitu Masjid Demak dan Masjid Peringgit.

Adalah di percayai masjid ini dibina dalam abad yang ke-18 oleh sekumpulan alim ulamak yang sedang dalam pelayaran ke Pulau Jawa. Sehingga 1966, masjid ini digunakan sebagai tempat beribadat yang utama oleh penduduk di sekitar Kampung Laut. Akan tetapi masjid ini rosak akibat banjir yang melanda Negeri Kelantan pada penghujung tahun 1966 dan awal tahun 1967. Kerajaan Negeri telah menutup masjid tersebut dan membina sebuah masjid yang baru di tempat yang lebih selamat. Pada November 1967, Kerajaan Negeri dengan kerjasama Persatuan Sejarah Malaysia di Muzium Negara telah merombakan bangunan Masjid Kampung Laut dan  membina semula di tapak barunya di Nilam Puri mengikut bentuk yang asalnya serta menggunakan semua bahan yang lama seberapa yang boleh. Walau bagaimana pun,  hanya sebahagian ruang utama masjid sahaja yang dapat didirikan semula.

Menyedari keadaan ini satu jawatankuasa Pengelola Masjid telah dibentuk untuk membaikpulih, mengelola, menjaga dan memelihara masjid lama itu supaya dapat mengadakan dan mengekalkanbinaan-binaan utama dan sampingan masjid sebagaimana rupabentuk dan binaan asalnya



3- Bukit Marak





Marak Hill is located about 20 km from Kota Bharu. According to a historical account, Cik Siti Wan Kembang once lived here when Pengkalan Datu became an important harbour in 1605.

It was also believed that Puteri Saadong lived here after the demise of her husband, Raja Abdullah in 1761. The Mahligai Fort which was the centre of ruling
at that time was granted to Raja Abdul Rahim who was enthroned as Raja
Abdullah’s successor.

When she was in Marak hill, Puteri Saadong who was compasionate was much
loved by her people. She often received audiences from the people who come to
express their depression of Raja Abdullah’s despotism. She was distressed by
this fact that she become a reclused in Ayam Mountain.

Until today remains of Puteri Saadong can still be found among others are traces
of her palace of which they was a graveward of her followers

Bukit Marak terletak kira-kira 20 km daripada bandar Kota Bharu. Menurut sejarah, Cik Siti Wan Kembang, pernah bersemayam di sini sewaktu Pengkalan Datu menjadi pelabuhan yang penting sekitar tahun 1605.

Bukit Marak juga menjadi tempat bersemayam Puteri Saadong selepas kemangkatan suaminya Raja Abdullah dalam tahun 1761M. Kota Mahligai yang menjadi pusat pemerintahan pada masa itu telah diserahkan kepada Raja Abdul Rahim yang ditabal menggantikan Raja Abdillah.

Semasa berada di Bukit Marak, Puteri Saadong amat disayangi oleh rakyat jelata kerana kemurahan hati baginda. Baginda sering menjadi tempat rakyat jelata meluahkan perasaan terhadap kezaliman yang dilakukan oleh Raja Abdul Rahim. Peristiwa ini membuat baginda sering berdukacita dan akhirnya menyebabkan baginda memencilkan diri ke Gunung Ayam.

Hingga kini kesan-kesan peninggalan Tuan Puteri Saadong di Bukit Marak masih lagi dapat dilihatnya. Antaranya kesan-kesan istana tempat baginda bersemayam dan bahagian bawahnya pula terdapat satu kawasan yang dipercayai tanah perkuburan pengikut-pengikut baginda.



4 - Muhammadi Mosque



The laying of the foundation stone which marked the building of the mosque was performed by HRH Sultan Ismail Ibni Sultan Muhammad IV in the morning of 21 August 1922 (28 Zulhijjah 1340) to replace the old wooden mosque. The construction work of the new mosque was completed in 1925.

It was named Muhammadi Mosque, taken after the late Sultan Muhammad IV who fully dedicated his live to Kelantan.

The primary function after mosque was to spread the knowledge of Islam. Several eminent religious people carried out their teachings of Islam here. Among others were Tuan Taba (1840-1891), Haji Wan Ali Kutan (1837-1912) and Tok Kenali (1868-1933). The system of teaching conducted here was similar to the one practise in Masjidil Haram in Mecca. Upon completion of their learning in the Muhammadi Mosque, students will pursue in Mecca.

The mosque became a well-known dissemination centre of Islam in this region and this has resulted in the mosque earning the appellation "Serambi Mekah " which means the Corridor of Mecca.

Perletakan batu asas, pembinaan masjid konkrik telah disempurna oleh KDYMM Baginda Sultan Ismail Ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Muhammad IV pada pagi Isnin 21 Ogos 1922(28 Zulhijjah 1340), bagi menggantikan masjid kayu yang telah uzur. Masjid ini siap dibina pada tahun 1925.

Dinamakan Masjid Muhammadi mengambil sempena nama Sultan Muhammad ke IV yang banyak berjasa kepada Negeri Kelantan.

Peranan Masjid Muhammadi di dalam penyebaran dan pendidikan Islam di Kelantan amatlah istimewa. Disinilah beberapa ulamak besar Negeri Kelantan telah mengajar pelbagai ilmu agama. Di antaranya ialah Tuan Taba (1840-1891), Haji Wan Ali Kutan (1837-1912) dan Tok Kenali (1868-1933). Sistem pengajaran di masjid ini mempunyai persamaan dengan pengajaran di Masjidil Haram, Mekah dimana pelajar akan pergi ke Mekah untuk menyambung pelajaran mereka setelah tamat pengajian di masjid ini.

Akhirnya masjid ini menjadi pusat penyebaran ilmu agama yang masyhur di Nusantara sehingga dikenali sebagai ‘Serambi Mekah’.
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Post time 10-9-2004 04:39 AM | Show all posts
5- The 2nd War Memorial/ Kerapu Bank



Terletak di Jalan Sultan, Kota Bharu bersebelahan Padang Merdeka. Ia merupakan bank pertama  yang dibina di Kelantan. Semasa pemerintahan Jepun, bangunan ini merupakan ibu pejabat bagi tentera Jepun " Kampetai". Masyarakat Kelantan menggelarkan bangunan ini sebagai Bank Kerapu kerana sebahagian daripada permukaan bangunaan ini di simen dengan menggunakan batu-bata kecil yang menyebabkan permukaannya tidak rata.

Bangunan Bank Kerapu terletak di sebelah Hilir Padang Merdeka. Bangunan tersebut siap dan mula digunakan pada tahun 1912, sebagai Bank pertama Kota Bharu, iaitu " The Mercatile Bank of India Ltd".

Dalam tahun 1914-1945 Negeri Kelantan telah diperintah oleh tentera Jepun. Bangunan Bank ini telah digunakan sebagai pejabat kepada polis rahsia Jepun (Kempetai). Bangunan  ini kemudiannya dijadikan pejabat, lokap, tempat siasatan, tempat penderaaan dan lain-lain keganasan mereka.

Bila Jepun menyerah kalah dan Inggeris kembali memerintah negeri ini, bangunan  ini digunakan semula sebagai bank. Tahun 1977 nama Bank tersebut bertukar kepada ‘The Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corporation". Tahun 1981 bangunan ini dijadikan Balai Senilukis dan Kraftangan Kelantan. Mulai tahun 1992 bangunan ini digunakan sebagai Memorial Peperangan Dunia Ke II di Kelantan


6- Raja Abdullah's Mausoleum



Raja Abdullah was the prince of Raja Bahar. He was married to his cousin,Puteri Saadong, the princess of Raja Lohor, by Paduka Cik Siti Wan Kembang. The marriage was held to save Puteri Saadong from the King of Siam who was intiresed to marry her.

After the ceremonious wedding, Paduka Cik Siti Wan Kembang enthroned Raja Abdullah as the ruler of the Kota Tegayung. The marriage has indirectly ended the historical ruling in Jembal.Later, Paduka Cik Siti Wan Kembang left kota tegayung.The new Fort was named Kota Jelasin (now known as Kampung Kota, Kota Bharu). Kota Jelasin was then granted to Raja Abdullah and Puteri Saadong.

The dominance of Raja Abdullah and Puteri Saadong was no longer in Jembal but in Kota Jelasin.It was, however believed that Raja Abdullah’s supremacy streched to the Government of Jembal because there was no ruler after the demise of Raja Lohor in 1663.

In 1671, Raja Abdullah died.He was believed to have been killed by his wife, Puteri Saadong who stabbed him with her hair pin as a result of a fight in Kota Mahligai. Puteri Saadong was angry with her husband who failed to keep his promise.

Raja Abdullah was buried in Padang Halban in the district of Melor which is approximately 17 km from Kampung Kota, Kota Bharu. Kota Jelasin was then granted to Raja Abdullah and Puteri Saadong.

Raja Abdullah adalah putera kepada Raja Bahar. Baginda telah dikahwinkan dengan sepupunya Puteri Saadong, Puteri kepada Raja Loyor oleh Paduka Cik Siti Wan Kembang. Perkahwinan ini adalah untuk mengelakkan angkara dari Raja Siam yang juga berhasrat untuk memperisterikan Puteri Saadong.

Selepas istiadat perkahwinan tersebut, Paduka Cik Siti Wan Kembang telah menabalkan Raja Abdullah menerajui Kota Tegayung. Perkahwinan ini juga secara tidak langsung telah menamatkan sejarah pemerintahan di Jembal. Kemudiannya Cik Siti Wan Kembang telah meninggalkan Kota Tegayung. Kota yang baru ini dinamakan Kota Jelasin (sekarang Kampung Kota, Kota Bharu). Kota Jelasin juga kemudiannya diserahkan kepada Raja Abdullah dan Puteri Saadong.

Pemerintahan Raja Abdullah dan Puteri Saadong tidak lagi berpusat di Jembal tetapi di Kota Jelasin. Besar kemungkinan kuasa pemerintahan Raja Abdullah ini meliputi kerajaan Jembal. Andaian ini berdasarkan kepada keadaan di Jembal yang tidak mempunyai pemerintah selepas kemangkatan Raja Loyor dalam tahun 1663.

Dalam tahun 1671 baginda Raja Abdullah telah mangkat. Baginda dikatakan mati ditikam oleh isteri baginda Tuan Puteri Saadong dengan penyucuk sanggul dalam satu pergaduhan di Kota Mahligai. Pergaduhan ini berpunca daripada sikap marah Tuan Puteri Saadong terhadap suaminya Raja Abdullah yang tidak setia terhadap janji.

Baginda Raja Abdullah telah dimakamkan di Padang Halban, dalam daerah Melor kira-kira 17 km dari bandar Kota Bharu.
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Post time 10-9-2004 04:45 AM | Show all posts
7 - Padang Garong Malay School/Sekolah Melayu Padang Garong



The first Malay School in Kelantan was founded in 1904, a year after the institution of the Malay College Kuala Kangsar. The school, established by the Government of Kelantan, was situated in Merdeka Square (Padang Merdeka). Encik Mohamad Ghazali bin Ariffin was the first headmaster of the school.

In 1908, the school was renovated and transferred next to the Kelantan Surveyor Office. Then, the school had four claasrooms Standard One to standard Four. The headmaster was Encik Bongsu from Kampung Kubang Pasu, Kota Bharu.

In 1936, the school was transferred to a new two-storey building at Padang Garong Road near Mahmood Road.It was officiated on January 3 1937 and named Padang Garong Malay School.

Sekolah Melayu Pertama di Kelantan mula ditubuhkan pada tahun 1904 setahun selepas penubuhan Maktab Melayu, Kuala Kangsar. Sekolah ini ditubuhkan oleh kerajaan Kelantan bertempat di Padang Merdeka pada masa sekarang. En. Mohamad Ghazali bin Ariffin ditugaskan sebagai Guru Besar.

Pada tahun 1908, sekolah ini diperbaiki semula dan bertempat disebelah timur Pejabat Ukur Kelantan sekarang. Pada masa itu sekolah ini mempunyai empat darjah, iaitu dari darjah satu hingga darjah empat. Guru Besarnya ialah En. Bongsu berasal dari Kampung Kubang Pasu , Kota Bharu.

Tahun 1936, sekolah ini berpindah ke bangunan baru dua tingkat di Jalan Padang Garong dan Jalan Mahmood. Sekolah ini di buka dengan rasminya pada 3 Januari 1937 dan diberi nama Sekolah Melayu Padang Garong



8 - The House Where Tributes Of a Golden Flower Were Made/ Rumah Membuat Bunga Emas





In the early 19th century, Kelantan was under the aegis of Siam. Thus, it was obligatory for Kelantan to present a tribute of a golden flower to the government of Siam once in every three years. As it was an intricate job which required the skills and expertise of workman, a special operation house was essential.

During the reign of Sultan Muhammad II (1837 – 1886), he directed the building of the special house in the compound of the Istana Balai Besar in 1855 (1275 H). The house measured 30 feet long and 17 feet wide. The artisans worked on logs which were placed horizontally underneath doors called the NATAN doors. There was a total of six doors all together.

Presently, the house still stands firm to the ground and it used as a praying place for the convenience of the workers of Istana Balai Besar.

Pada awal abad ke-19 Negeri Kelantan berada di bawah naungan Negeri Siam. Dengan sebab itu Kelantan dikehendaki menghantar ufti yang berupa Bunga Emas kepada kerajaan Siam setiap tiga tahun sekali. Oleh kerana pekerjaan membuat bunga emas itu merupakan satu pekerjaan yang rumit dan memerlukan tukang-tukang yang mahir, maka ia memerlukan sebuah rumah khas.

Semasa pemerintahan Sultan Muhammad II (1837-1886), baginda telah menitahkan supaya dibuat sebuah rumah khas untuk tukang-tukang membuat Pokok Bunga Emas. Rumah tersebut telah siap didirikan di perkarangan Istana Balai Besar pada 1855 masihi (1275H). Rumah tersebut berukuran 30 kaki panjang dan 17 kaki lebar. Tukang-tukang yang membuat Bunga Emas itu bertukang dibendul pintul yang dipanggil pintu NATAN yang berjumlah 6 semuanya.

Kini rumah tersebut masih lagi berdiri teguh dan digunakan sebagai surau bagi kemudahan pekerja-pekerja di Istana Balai Besar
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adiah kredit buat mok nik, memang beh mok nik memberi info, kena dengan tajuk thread. tapi nampok nyo krdit mok nik dah lebey dari ct haaaaa.........

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apa kata merge jer dengan thread info hotel tu kak gorg?? senang visitor yg nakkan info senang nak belek.
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:tq::tq: ct
tak perasan lak credit mok nik dah tinggi dari ct:bgrin:
tak boleh sembang..nanti kena delete:nyorok:

nanti mok nik sambung lagi info travel nie...
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Post time 11-9-2004 04:36 AM | Show all posts
Historical Places

TUMPAT

1 - Makam Tok Janggut



After the Bangkok Treaty in 1909, the British brought change in the area of administration. The change introduced affected the status and privileges of traditional leaders in Kelantan. Among the sensitive issues were the annual tax payment of RM 1.00 per person, fruit, trees–3 cents, coconuts–3 cent per bunch and betel leaves–5 cent per basket.

Chaos occurred in Jeram Pasir Puteh on 29 April 1915 known as "Tok Janggut’s enemy". Engku Besar no longer had the reign as it was taken over by the district officer appointed by the British. This situation worsened when Encik Latiff, the District Officer was and outsider who was extremely inflexible in matters regarding tax payment.

Engku Besar negotiated which Haji Mat Hassan bin Munas (Tok Janggut), Haji Said, Che Sahak and Penghulu Adam in which a decision not to cooperate with the British was reached. Tok Janggut with his friend received the support from majority of people and this alarmed Encik Latiff. On 29 April 1915, a team of police led bySarjan Che Wan headed for Tok Akib village and confronted Tok Janggut. A fight occurred which claimed the life of Sarjan Che Wan. An order to capture Tok Janggut was directed by Encik Latiff. Tok Janggut assembled his men and left for Pasir Puteh. Encik Latiff, however, withdrew himself to Kota Bharu.

An injection to arrest to Tok Janggut was issued with the help from Singapore and the Alliance States reach Pasir Puteh on 6 May 1915 which forced Tok Janggut and his followers to retreat. An attack on Tok Janggut was initiated on 25 May 1915 in Merbuk Village and Pupuh Village. It was in Pupuh Village that Tok
Janggut was killed. His body was hanged for several days in Padang Bank before being buried in Pasir Pekan

Selepas Perjanjian Bangkok 1909, British mula membawa pelbagai perubahan khususnya dari segi pentadbiran. Perubahan yang diperkenalkan telah menyentuh kedudukan dan keistimewaan pemimpin tradisional di negeri Kelantan. Antara yang paling sensitif ialah mengenai pengenaan cukai kepala RM 1.00 seorang setahun, pokok buah-buahan 3 sen setahun, kelapa 3 sen setandan dan sireh 5 sen sejunjung.

Kekacauan timbul di Jeram, Pasir Puteh pada 29 April 1915 dikenali dengan "musuh Tok Janggut". Engku Besar tidak lagi berkuasa kerana diambilalih oleh Pegawai Jajahan yang dilantik oleh British. Keadaan menjadi bertambah buruk apabila Encik Latiff, Pegawai Jajahan yang baru adalah "orang luar" menjalankan tugasnya dengan tegas khususnya di dalam hal kutipan cukai.

Engku Besar membuat perundingan dengan Haji Mat Hassan bin Munas (Tok Janggut), Haji Said, Che Sahak dan Penghulu Adam, di mana keputusan untuk tidak bekerjasama dengan Kerajaan British dicapai. Tok Janggut bersama-sama rakan-rakannya mendapat sokongan sebilangan besar rakyat, dan ini membimbangkan Encik Latiff. Pada 29 April 1915, satu pasukan polis diketuai oleh Sarjan Che Wan bertolak ke Kampung Tok Akib dan menemui Tok janggut. Pergaduhan kecil berlaku di mana Sarjan Che Wan telah terbunuh. Arahan menangkap Tok Janggut dibuat oleh Encik Latiff. Tok Janggut kemudiannya menghimpunkan orang-orangnya menuju ke Pasir Puteh. Encik Latiff pula telah melarikan diri   ke Kota Bharu.

Perintah menangkap Tok Janggut dikeluarkan. Bantuan tentera dari Singapura dan Negeri Melayu Bersekutu tiba, dan pada 6 Mei 1915 berlepas ke Pasir Puteh, Toas Tok Janggut dilancarkan pada 25 Mei 1915 di Kampung Merbuk dan Kampung Pupuh. Di Kampung Pupuhlah Tok Janggut terbunuh dan mayatnya di bawa ke Kota Bharu. Setelah digantung beberapa hari, di Padang Bank (Padang Merdeka) mayatnya dikebumikan di Pasir Pekan.



2 - Tok Selehor Mosque



In the district of Tumpat, the Selehor Village in famous as a Pondok Settlement where people who come from other part of the state/ country stay at cottage (Pondok) whilst seeking Islamic knowledge from famous guru’s. The idea of a "Pondok" settlement was inspired by the religious Tok Guru Syeikh Abdul Rahman bin Othman (or popularly known as Tok Selehor) at the end of the 19th century. Hebuilt a small mosque ("madrasah") to conduct his teachings. He was so pious that he was fearful of becoming arrogant and egotistical. Therefore, he dug a special hole in the graveyard of Selehor Village (near the "madrasah") to faithfully seek mystical power and to constantly remind him of death. The hole exists until today.The small mosque ("madrasah") has been upgraded into a mosque and it is now named Tok Selehor Mosque.

Di daerah Tumpat, Kampung Selehor amat terkenal dengan penempatan pondok yang telah didirikan oleh Tuan Guru Syeikh Abdul Rahman bin Othman atau lebih dikenali dengan nama Tok Selehor.

Pondok ini didirikan pada penghujung abad ke 19. Beliau juga telah mendirikan sebuah madrasah untuk mengajar murid-muridnya. Tok Selehor seorang yang zuhud dan warak, beliau bimbang hatinya menjadi angkuh dan riak. Oleh itu, beliau membuat suatu lubang khas di antara perkuburan Kampung Selehor (berhampiran madrasah) untuk tempat "SULUK" agar beliau sentiasa ingatkan mati. Tempat tersebut masih kekal hingga ke hari ini.

Kini madrasah yang pernah beliau jadikan tempat mengajar ini telah dinaikkan taraf menjadi masjid dan kini  dikenali dengan nama Masjid Tok Selehor.
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3 - The Light House/Rumah Api Tumpat



The town of Tumpat was a famous port town in the 1900s. the authority of the port (known as the ‘Syahbandar’) had built light houses at strategic places for the convenience of traders/ sailors who used the port at night.

One of the earliest light houses was built at the beach near the jetty. However, the light houses are now non-existence. The site is currently known as Padang Mahkota (Mahkota Square) which is near the residence of the Tumpat District Officer.

The light houses was made of woods with the height of at least 30 feet and the shape was rectangular with a narrow tip. There was a bottom surface at its highest level for easy installation of light.

Another light houses was found in the compound of the K.T.M. store. It was made of bricks, spherical in shape and narrow at the top. The parameter at it bottom is 37 feet and 9 inches with the height of 70 feet. Steps were built in the light houses for easy access to operate the light.

A story dictated by a local claimed that the light houses was built before the Second World War by a marine team to guard the waters of Tumpat.During the Second World War (1941 – 1945), the state of Kelantan was under the occupation of the Japanese troop who used the light houses to guard the coast
against enemies, and at the same time to facilitate their war ships in protecting the area.At present, with the advancement of technology and sophistication in navigation,the light houses are not in use. They are now historical pieces for people to treasure.

Bandar Tumpat dahulunya sebuah bandar pelabuhan yang masyhur di sekitar tahun 1900. Pihak berkuasa pelabuhan (Syahbandar) telah mendirikan rumah api di kawasan-kawasan yang strategik bagi kemudahan para pedagang atau pelayar keluar masuk ke pelabuhan khususnya di waktu malam.

Salah satu rumah api yang terawal yang dapat dikenalpasti ialah rumah api yang dibina ditepi pantai bersebelahan dengan jeti. Walau bagaimanapun, rumah api tersebut telah tiada lagi dan  tempat tersebut kini dikenali dengan nama Padang Mahkota berdekatan dengan kawasan rumah Ketua Jajahan Tumpat.

Rumah api ini di bina dengan kayu setinggi lebih kurang 30 kaki bentuknya empat persegi dan meruncing ke atas. Di bahagian atasnya di buat perlantaian bagi menempatkan lampu.

Satu lagi rumah api yang di temui ialah yang kini terletak dalam kawasan stor K.T.M. Rumah api ini dibina daripada batu-bata, berbentuk bulat dan tirus ke atas. Ukuran lilit bahagian bawahnya 37’ 9" dan tingginya 70 kaki. Tangga dibina di bahagian dalam rumah api ini bagi membolehkan seseorang naik ke atas untuk memasang dan memadam lampu.

Mengikut cerita lisan penduduk tempatan, rumah api ini dibina sebelum Perang Dunia ke-2 oleh pasukan marine bagi mengawasi perairan Tumpat.Semasa Peperangan Dunia Kedua (1941-1945) negeri Kelantan yang di bawah pentadbiran tentera Jepun telah menggunakan rumah api ini untuk mengawasi kawasan perairan dari ancaman musuh dan memudahkan kapal-kapal tenteranya membuat rondaan di laut.

Kini dengan kemajuan teknologi yang canggih dalam bidang pelayaran, rumah api tidak lagi digunakan. Ia hanya tinggal menjadi bahan sejarah untuk tontonan umum kini dan akan datang


4 - The Ore Bridge/Jambatan Bijih



The Ore Bridge is situated near by a beach in Jubakar Village in the district of Tumpat, Kelantan. This bridge was built by the British even before the war. Ore was processed by a Japanese Company – Oriental Mining Co. – in Bukit Besi,Temangan, Kelantan, from here, Ore was transported by train to the port in Tumpat. There , the Ore would be placed in a special container before being transported to small ships through a jetty using a conveyor belt. From the small ships, the Ore would be further transported to big ships for export to Japan.

During the Japanese Occupation in Tanah Melayu (1941-1945), the production and processing of Ore was supervised by the Japanese troop in an area which is nowthe Temangan primary school.

After the Second World War, the production of Ore was managed by the same company but under the supervision of the British. Ore was produce until the year 1965 whereby its supply was decreasing.Since then, the Ore Bridge has not been used and was left not maintained. Now, what is left are remains of the bridge which present a historical evidence.

Jambatan bijih besi terletak berhampiran pantai di Kampung Jubakar dalam Jajahan Tumpat, Kelantan. Jambatan ini dibina oleh pihak British sejak zaman sebelum perang. Tujuannya adalah bagi memudahkan kerja-kerja pemunggahan bijih besi dari darat ke kapal pengangkut.

Bijih besi ini diusahakan oleh sebuah syarikat Jepun iaitu "Oriental Mining Co.", di kawasan Bukit Besi, Temangan, Kelantan. Di sini bijih besi diangkut dengan menggunakan keretapi ke Pelabuhan Tumpat. Bijih besi tersebut akan dimasukkan ke dalam satu bekas khas di mana ianya akan diangkut pula ke kapal melalui jeti yang dibina . Dari kapal kecil ini, bijih besi tersebut akan dibawa ke kapal induk untuk dieksport ke negara Jepun.

Semasa pendudukan Jepun di Tanah Melayu (1941-1945) pengeluaran bijih besi terus dilakukan oleh pemerintah tentera Jepun dan lombong di suatu kawasan yang sekarang ini terdirinya Sekolah Kebangsaan Temangan.

Selepas Peperangan Dunia Kedua, pengeluaran bijih besi masih diteruskan dilakukan oleh syarikat yang sama tetapi kini ianya di bawah pengawasan pemerintah British. Pengeluarannya berterusan sehingga tahun 1965 di mana operasinya dihentikan kerana bekalan bijih yang ada semakin berkurangan.

Sejak itu, Jambatan Bijih ini telah tidak berfungsi lagi dan dibiarkan tidak terurus. Kini yang tinggal hanyalah kesan runtuhan yang menjadi bukti sejarah.
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Historical Places

PASIR   MAS

1 - Pondok Lubok Tapah



The institution of Cottage learning has a distinctive status in Malay community Pondok Lubok Tapah was founded in 1932 by Haji Ab. Rahman bin Haji Che Wan. It is presently one of the famous traditional Pondoks.

The founder has passed away but with the dedication of his successor, religious activities in the Pondok are still actively carried out. He is Haji Abdullah bin Haji Abdul Rahman, the son of the founder, who studied in Mecca. His educational background has strengthened people’s confidence in the Pondok.

Students at this Pondok are not only those who come from the district of Pasir Mas but they include those from all over Malaysia and from the neighbouring countries such as Thailand, Indonesia and Brunei. There is a total number of 408 students (statistics in February in 1998) who reside at the 200 Pondok in the vicinity of the mosque were teachings are conducted.

Institusi pengajian pondok merupakan institusi yang paling istimewa kedudukannya dalam masyarakat Melayu. Pondok Lubok Tapah, yang terletak di daerah Pasir Mas diasaskan pada tahun 1932 oleh Haji Ab. Rahman bin Haji Che Wan. Merupakan salah sebuah pondok tradisional paling masyhur dari dahulu sehingga sekarang.

Walaupun pengasasnya Haji Ab. Rahman bin Haji Che Wan telah tiada, tetapi institusi pondok ini masih mampu bergiat dengan jayanya, kerana terdapatnya guru pelapis dan penerus yang berwibawa. Kini Pondok Lubok Tapah ini dikendalikan oleh anaknya, Haji Abdullah bin Haji Ab. Rahman yang tamat pengajiannya di Mekah. Ini meneguhkan lagi keyakinan orang ramai terhadap pondok ini.

Kini pondok ini bukan sahaja menjadi tumpuan pelajar-pelajar di jajahan Pasir Mas malah dari seluruh Malaysia dan luar negara seperti Thailand, Indonesia dan Brunei. Jumlah murid  atau pelajar sekarang ialah 408 orang (Februari 1998) yang tinggal di 200 buah pondok berhampiran masjid yang menjadi tempat belajar atau lebih dikenali dengan tempat "menadah kitab".



2 - The Golok Bridge/ Jambatan Muhibbah

  

The Golok Bridge or popularly called "Jambatan Muhibah" (Harmonious Bridge) was a joint effort between the Government of Malaysia and the Government of Thailand. It symbolically signifies the close relationship and warm interaction between the two governments. It is the main entrance and exit points between Malaysia and Thailand.

This Bridge was officiated by the Prime Minister of Malaysia at that time Tun Haji Abdul Razak bin Datuk Hussein in the 21st of May 1973.

Jambatan Golok atau lebih dikenali dengan nama Jambatan Muhibah dibina bersama oleh Kerajaan Malaysia dan Thailand. Jambatan Muhibbah ini adalah satu lambang perhubungan yang erat antara rakyat dan kerajaan kedua-dua buah negara. Jambatan ini merupakan pintu keluar masuk utama Malaysia dan Thailand.

Jambatan ini dibuka dengan rasminya oleh YAB Perdana Menteri Malaysia Tun Haji Abdul Razak bin Datuk Hussein pada 21 Mei 1973.
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TANAH   MERAH

1 - The Guillemard Railway Bridge/Jambatan Guillemard

  

The Guillemart railway bridge was built across the Kelantan River in Kursial near Tanah Merah. Construction of the railway bridge began in 1920 and was completed in July 1924. The bridge was officiated by HRH Sultan Ismail Ibni Almarhum Sultan Muhammad IV in 1925 for trains and other vehicles to use. The bridge was named after the British Governor and High Commissioner for the Straits Settlement at that time Sir Laurence Guillemard.

This bridge was destroyed by the British armed forces in an effort to prevent the Japanese army form advancing on the 12th of December 1941 before they retreated to Kuala Krai. The ruined bridge was reconstructed and opened for traffic on the 7th of September 1948.Today, this bridge is used for train only.

Jambatan keretapi "Guillemard" dibina merentasi Sungai Kelantan di Kursial dekat Tanah Merah.Jambatan Keretapi Guillemard ini merupakan jambatan keretapi yang terpanjang di Malaysia. Jambatan keretapi ini dibina dalam tahun 1920 dan siap dibina pada bulan Julai 1924. Pembukaan jambatan ini adalah untuk laluan keretapi dan kenderaan-kenderaan lain. Ia telah  dirasmikan oleh KDYMM Al- Sultan Ismail Ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Muhammad IV pada tahun 1925. Nama "Guillemard" adalah mengambil sempena nama Gabenor British (Gabenor Negeri-Negeri Selat dan Pesuruhjaya Tinggi Negeri-Negeri Melayu) pada masa itu, iaitu Sir Laurence Guillemard.

Walau bagaimanapun, jambatan keretapi "Guillemard" ini telah musnah apabila diletupkan oleh tentera-tentera British untuk menghalang kemaraan tentera Jepun pada 12 Disember 1941 sebelum mereka berundur ke Kuala Krai.

Jambatan keretapi yang telah dirosakkan ini telah siap dibaikpulih dan dibuka kepada lalulintas pada 7 September 1948.Dengan siapnya jambatan baru di kawasan berdekatan, Jambatan Guillemard tidak lagi digunakan untuk kenderaan lain. Ia  hanya digunakan untuk laluan  keretapi.



2 - Pondok Hidayah

  

Pondok Hidayah is a resettlement programme for families of very low socio-economic background. This programme was inspired by Dato’ Haji Wan Hashim bin Wan Daud, State Secretary of Kelantan, when he was the Tanah Merah District Officer in 1992. This project was implemented based on his research and observation. He felt that programmes reduce the poverty rate will not be effective if serious attention was not given. This poverty group must be given accommodation in which they could lead a more comfortable.

For that reason, a government plot of land of 4.092 hectares in Cawas Village which is about 5 km from Tanah Merah. It was developed collectively by both the government and private sectors in Tanah Merah district life.

The land for the Pondok was cleared in August 1992. Then, a model house was built using the allocation for the District Officer that cost RM 4,320.00. After that a "Surau" and a noodle factory were built together with the agricultural livestock plots.

Starting from this point, houses were built using the donation collected from various local sources as well as the allocations given by the state government. This programmed was carried out collectively which involved the District Office staff, RELA members and the local. Phase I contained 40 houses which were completed in July 1993 and on July 17 1993, his Royal Highness Al-Sultan Kelantan officiated the launching of Pondok Hidayah. HRH also gave hid personal contribution of RM 10,000.00 to expand the economic activities.

Pondok Hidayah adalah projek penempatan semula keluarga termiskin yang diilham dan diusahakan oleh YB Dato' Haji Wan Hashim Wan Daud, Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri Kelantan semasa beliau memegang  jawatan sebagai Ketua Jajahan Tanah Merah pada tahun 1992. Projek ini dilaksanakan hasil daripada kajian dan penelitian beliau bahawa program-program mengurangkan kemiskinan tidak begitu berkesan sekiranya tidak diberi perhatian secara berterusan. Golongan yang termiskin ini perlu diberi tempat tinggal yang membolehkan mereka menjalankan kehidupan dengan lebih selesa.

Untuk tujuan tersebut, satu tapak tanah kerajaan seluas 4.092 hektar di Kampung Cawas iaitu kira-kira 5 km dari bandar Tanah Merah telah dibangunkan secara bersepadu dan gotong-royong antara jabatan-jabatan dan agensi kerajaan serta pihak swasta di Jajahan Tanah Merah.

Tapak pondok mula dibersihkan pada bulan Ogos 1992 dengan menggunakan loji PKK. Kemudian sebuah rumah contoh disediakan dengan menggunakan peruntukan Ketua Jajahan dengan menelan belanja sebanyak RM 4,320.00. Selepas itu, sebuah musalla dan sebuah kilang mee dibina bersama dengan tapak untuk pertanian dan penternakan.

Bermula dari itu, pembinaan rumah dibina melalui kutipan derma dari pelbagai sumber tempatan termasuk orang perseorangan, syarikat-syarikat swasta serta peruntukan Kerajaan Negeri. Perlaksanaan projek ini adalah dibuat secara gotong-royong melibatkan kakitangan Pejabat Tanah dan Jajahan, Majlis Daerah Tanah Merah, anggota RELA dan masyarakat tempatan.

Fasa 1 mengandungi 40 buah rumah yang siap pembinaannya pada bulan Julai 1993 dan pada 17hb Julai 1993, KDYMM Tuanku Al-Sultan Kelantan telah berangkat dan merasmikan Pondok Hidayah berkenaan serta turut menyumbangkan derma peribadi sebanyak RM 10 000 untuk kegiatan ekonomi di kawasan tersebut


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GETTING AWAY

Buses to Kuala Terengganu leave regularly from the local bus station and take about 4 hours costing RM7.40. Otherwise, all buses leave from the express station on Jalan Hamzah about 3 km from the local bus station.

As a general rule, bus tickets prices will be about RM 2.50 - 3.00 per hour of your travel journey plus maybe a bit of an addition for a more comfortable 24 or 28 seat bus. You can get your tickets either at the local bus stand from agents or directly from the companies at Jalan Hamzah. Transnational/SKMK has a booth at the local bus station.

To KL: Buses to KL (RM25-28 - 9 hours) run only twice a day at 9:00 a.m., about 9:00 p.m. Schedule your express tickets as soon as possible as on weekends, particularly Sunday, your chances of getting a last minute ticket are non-existent. The best companies are Seri Mutiara and Sutera. They will take you to the Putra terminal in KL near Chow Kit although some buses can go to Pudu Raya. Tickets for Transnational buses can be bought at the local bus terminal but all others have to be bought at the express bus station.

The other option is to take the train from Wakaf Bharu, 5 km out of town. Take a bus from the local bus terminal (most pass W.B.) and get down at the main road. Then you have to walk in about 300 metres to the train station. Trains leave at 6:45 p.m. and arrive about 6:00 a.m. in KL main terminal (RM48 - second class sleeper). You can also use this train to go to Jerantut (Taman Negara) for RM28.50 second class or RM17 third class.

To Singapore: Transnational/SKMK buses to Singapore (12 hours - RM48) depart at 8:00 at night. Again, they leave from the Jalan Hamzah terminal. There is a train also from Wakaf Bharu. This departs at 7:00 p.m. and arrives the next morning at 8:45 a.m (48.50-51.00 for second class, R32 for third class).

To Perhentian Islands: You should try and get to the local bus station early to get the earliest boat to Perhentian. First buses depart KB at 7:00 a.m. and you should take the express bus #3 (Jerteh/Pasir Puteh) alighting at either station and continuing to Kuala Besut by local bus from the same stations in both places. The price of the ride is 2.50 to Pasir Puteh and about RM2.00 to Kuala Besut. From Jerteh route, it's RM3.50 and RM1.00 for the bus to Kuala Besut. Both will take you to the bus stand right next to the jetty. In total, the journey will take you about 90 minutes to 2 hours and buses to PP/Jerteh leave every half hour while the Kuala Besut buses go about every 40 minutes.

To Thailand : To catch the train in Thailand, take a bus from the local station to Rantau Panjang. Here you can cross the border into Sungei Kolok. There are motorcycles at the border to take you to the train station or the signs are easily seen.

To Penang: Again, overnight and early morning buses (9:00 a.m., 9:30 p.m.). The ride takes about 9 hours via Grik and Jeli which makes a fascinating day ride and the fare is RM19.40 (Transnational).

To Kuantan: Leaves from the local bus station at 8:00 a.m. The ride takes 6 1/2 hours and the fare is 17.10 (Transnational) .

To Mersing: Direct buses to the Tioman jetty town leave at 8:00 p.m. and take 10 hours (RM25.00, Transnational).
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Pulau Perhentian

The place that you will never forget  
Located at the north-eastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia. About 21 km off shores the remote town of Kuala Besut. There are two lovely unspoiled island lie amidst exquisitely clear waters. Pulau Perhentian Kecil (Small Perhentian) and Perhentian Besar (Big Perhentian) comprise the Perhentian Island, aptly named after "henti"(stop) as fishermen from mainland Kelantan and Terengganu have, for centuries, stopped over at the island for a rest or to shelter during a major storm. A rocky virgin jungle provides hour of adventures for trekkers who may chance upon flying fox, long-tailed macaques and monitor lizards, while the underneath marine life shows off a splendid garden of coral.  

Accommodation at Perhentian Island Perhentian Besar  Perhentian Kecil

Perhentian Island Resort RM 250.00 to RM 350.00 Moonlight RM 30.00 to RM 80.00
Coral View Island Resort  RM 100.00 to RM 500.00 Bubu Long Beach  RM240.00 to RM320.00
Tropical Reef RM 80.00 Symphony RM 25.00  
Paradise Island Resort RM 60.00 and RM 80.00 Matahari RM 30 to RM 70.00
Cocohut Chalet  RM 100.00 to RM 220.00 Panorama  RM 40 to RM 60.00
ABC RM 45.00 Lily RM 160.00 to RM 200.00
Sea Horse RM 25.00 Cempaka  RM 40.00 to RM 60.00
Tuna Bay RM 160.00 to RM 400.00  Mohsin  RM 65.00
Abdul Chalet RM 45.00 to 80.00 Fatimah Chalet  RM 40.00 to RM 60.00
Everfresh Chalet RM 30.00 to RM 80.00 Aur Bay  RM 40.00 to RM 60.00
Flora Bay Chalet RM 50.00 to RM 150.00 Maya RM 70.00 to RM 100.00
Fauna Chalet RM 50.00 and RM 80.00 Butterfly RM 60.00
Ocean Blue RM 60.00 Petani Beach  RM 70.00
Samudra  RM 30.00 to RM 50.00   
Arwana Resort  RM 150.00 to RM 580.00
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Pembukaan dan penempatan awal di Pulau Perhentian
Pulau Perhentian mula didiami pada penghujung abad ke 18. Tempat yang mula-mula dibuka dan didiami ialah Teluk Dalam, di sekitar sebatang alur air payau yang cetek yang dikenali sebagai Alur Cina. Orang yang paling awal mendudukinya ialah Batin Mina dan keluarganya. Beliaulah orang yang bertanggungjawab menjadikan Pulau Perhentian sebagai satu petempatan.




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Islands in the sun

Perhentian, as the name suggest is a stopover point for migratory birds and seamen of bygone era. Made up of two islands - Besar and Kechil, the large fishing community suggests bountiful fishes in the surrounding sea. More locals hear of Redang than this island although they are both nearby, separated by 2 hours slow boatride.

One can choose the type of accommodation here according to one's choice. Development has taken place here but it  still manages to maintain the rustic feeling of Shangri-la of the sea.



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Pantai Batu Buruk

Batu Buruk is in the state capital of Kuala Terengganu, its central location makes the beach a convenient destination for the city folks to unwind. A golden sandy beach and breezy casuarina trees are hallmarks of the beach. Although a city beaches, it is never crowded, making a visit there a restful and leisurely affair. Batu Buruk is also equip with basic exercise material, jogging site and children playground.



Night market is held on Friday from 4.30 pm to 9.00 pm. Apart from being the venue for the annual Beach Festival, Pantai Batu Buruk is also a popular place for strolling and swimming.



How to get there : :pompom:

Batu Burok and the surrounding beaches are easily reached from Kuala Terengganu by bus and taxi , beca or even on foot for the more intrepid visitor.

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Marang

About 17 km from Kuala Terengganu, the beach of Marang is famous for its rustic setting. Scenery of its fishing village, and of boats returning at dusk with the day's catch, is a favourite on postcards, as well as the subject of many award-winning photographs. You can get there by taxi or Marang and Dungun Bus at Kuala Terengganu Bus Station.


Marang is also picturesque fishing village, it welcomes her visitors with tall swaying coconut trees, cool fresh air, an incredibly beautiful lagoon and a fleet of fishing trawlers.  Any visitor to Marang will be easily captivated by its natural beauty and simplistic ambience.  Marang is also the jumping off point for Pulau Kapas.



How to get there :

It can easily reached from Kuala Terengganu by bus (Marang / Dungun) or taxi.


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Sekayu Waterfalls



Sekayu is Terengganu's joy and pride! Befittingly known as a beautiful state with a fascinating culture, Sekayu is her latest offering for you and the whole family as the destination for rest, recreation and natural scenery.  Sekayu Recreational Forest was officially opened to the public in 1985. This lowland and hill dipterocarp forest is rich in various species of Keruing, Meranti, Damar and others, and it is also ideal for research and educational purposes.  Several facilities which include parking area, exhibition hall, camping site, chalets, shelters and others have been established for the visitors' convenience.  So whenever you are in Terengganu, make sure you make a trip to Sekayu.  


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The beautiful 3-tiered waterfall is one of the main attractions to both local and foreign visitors. Ample picnic areas located along the river are popular sites for family outings during holidays. Shelters, tables and benches are placed at several locations within the picnic areas for the visitors' convenience.





Visitor will also get the opportunity to see different species of wildlife such as deer, white-handed gibbons, otters, peacock and a few species of birds.  A children's playground equipped with various playing facilities is also provided.

  
How to get there :

Sekayu is approximately 56 km from Kuala Terengganu and 16 km from Kuala Berang.  There are buses and taxis regularly plying the main road to Kuala Berang and from there you can easily get a taxi to Sekayu.
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