Terengganu dialect.

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So we meet again. In this entry let’s discover about Terengganu Malay. Have you ever talk to Terengganu people before? If yes, they might make you think Terengganu’s dialect is hard to be learn, it is somehow true. It is because only they can correctly pronounce all their words. So basically, Terengganu Malay is used in Terengganu and all the way southward to coastal Pahang.  We often heard that Terengganu dialects ends with 'ng'. But then, not all of them ends with 'ng'.

Not all Terengganu words end with 'ng'

These are some example of Terengganu Malay:

Kamu - Mu

Selalu - Sokmo

Tak nak - Tak boh

Ketawa - Suka

Kenapa - Bakpe

Tidak/ Tak - Dok

Yang - Hok

Apa khabar - Apa kabo

Cepat - Derah

Membebel - Bleber

Some of Terengganu Malay thas has been used everyday.

An English man who can fluently speak Terengganu Malay.

So I think, you should know some of Terengganu words in order to adapt to their environment.

Terengganu food.

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In this entry I am going to speak about Terengganu traditional food. All of them are very delicious and can only found in Terengganu. As Terengganu is situated along the coast, most of its dishes prominently feature fish, coconut and rice. The most famous one is the crispy snack, keropok lekor. It is made of fish meat ground to a paste and mixed with sago.

Keropok lekor can be easily found in Terengganu.

Keropok lekor is more delicious when eating with chili sauce.

Next, is sata. It is an interesting blend of succulent boneless fish marinated in spices, wrapped in banana leaves and grilled over a flaming charcoal fire. Its sweet taste is tinged with delicate smell of the wrapping, making it a great appetizer and a healthy snack.

Sata is spicy but delicious.

Beautiful Tiny Island and Candat Sotong

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If you were to visit Marang beach in night, you will realise there are so many lights on the sea. It is a common scenery in night during squid jigging season. Squid jigging or familiar as ‘candat sotong’ among the villagers is a traditional way to catch the squid. Terengganu people is actually have many traditional ways to catch the squid instead of using modern machine. But then of all the methods used, the most popular and interesting one is ‘candat sotong’. Known specifically for squid fishing, guests can while away the time pulling in squids using nylon lines in lighted boats at night.

Kapas Island

Every year before monsoon season, there will be a squid jigging competition which usually held in Kapas and Gemia Island, a beautiful little island. Many fishermen, villagers or even the tourists will join this activity. This two little islands take about 10 minutes to reach by speedboat and only 6km from Marang jetty.

Squid jigging session.

Largest Museum in Malaysia

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Interested in historical thingy? I am recommending all of you to visit Terengganu State Museum. Located in Losong Village, Terengganu State Museum is the largest museum in Malaysia with a massive floor area ofover 75,000 square meters spread over four interconnected buildings.

Terengganu State Museum.

The wall of the museum is made ​​from concrete but their delicate craftsmanship and sweeping pitched roofs give the museum a very imposing look. This museum complex has buildings which are inspired by the architectural design of traditional Malay houses in Terengganu. Even though it was established in the year 1976, the museum is not that old as it was only opened in 1996.

Interior view of Terengganu State Museum.

It was separated into nine galleries which are;

Natural History Gallery

 Textile Gallery, Royal Gallery

Craft Gallery, Petroleum Gallery

 Islamic Gallery

Historical Gallery

Seafaring & Trade Gallery

Fisheries & Marine Gallery

Batu Bersurat is one of the artifact thas has been display in Terengganu State Museum.

Fisheries & Marine Gallery

Redang the lovely island.

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If you are an island lover, Terengganu is a must visit country for you. In my previous entry I already show you Perhentian Island, one the most beautiful island in the world. Now, I am going to show another lovely island also located in Terengganu. Well-known as one of the largest islands of the west coast of Malaysia, Redang Island has a crystal clear water, white sandy beach and the marine fauna with numerous reefs found in Penang Island.

The maps of nine islands of Redang archipelago.

Redang Island.

Penang Redang Marine Park.

Redang archipelago comprises nine islands which are the Five Island, Grand Island Nails, Nails Small Island, Big Island Kerengga, Kerengga Small Island, Tails Cane Island, Ling Island, Penang Island and the main Redang Island that abound with marvelous marine fishes, turtles and ensure that great snorkelling coral reefs and scuba-diving.

Redang Island divers.

Tourists enjoy diving.

Situated 50km off the coast, Redang Island is the most developed in Terengganu. It is r eachable by boat from Marang, Kuala Terengganu or you can also take a flight to reach this island as Redang Island provide a small airport, Redang Airport with services operated by Berjaya Air from Singapore. Berjaya Air operates daily direct flights to the island from KL and Singapore and speedboats at designated jetty will take 45 minutes to reach the island.

The maps of Redang Island reach by air.

An advertisement from Berjaya Air to fly to Redang Island.

            See, I've told you Terengganu country that is worth to be visited. 

Perhentian Island the marine paradise

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If you are searching a place to visit during a holiday or honeymoon, Terengganu islands is highly recommended to be listed in your bucket list. Instead of spending hundreds or thousands to go abroad, you can now save more money and come to Perhentian Island, one of the most beautiful island in the world which is located in Kuala Besut, Terengganu. Perhentian Island is located 21km from Kuala Besut Jetty Tourist. From Kuala Terengganu you can take a taxi or bus to Kuala Besut the fishing port. Perhentian Island is reachable from Kuala Besut jetty and takes 1.5 hours by boat.

        

The view of Perhentian Island from the top.

Perhentian Island Map.

This lovely island is surrounded by white sandy beaches, warm sapphire blue waters and lively coral garden. On account of that, Perhentian Island is notorious as one of the marine paradise of Malaysia. It is consists of two islands, Perhentian Besar and Pulau Perhentian Kecil Island. Perhentian Besar is more developed compared to Perhentian Kecil which more geared toward backpackers.

Perhentian Besar Island.

Perhentian Island Long Beach.

Fire artist in Perhentian Island.

As the other island, it also provide water activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, wind surfing, deep sea fishing, sailing and etc.  

Perhentian Island divers

So now you can enjoy Hawaii alike enjoy a beautiful view and post pictures of Perhentian Island in your Instagram as many as you wish! <3

Kenyir Lake the fishing heaven.

Hi peeps! Does any of you love fishing? If you do, Kenyir Lake is a perfect place for your vacation. I am extremely recommend you to visit the biggest man-made lake in South Asia, Kenyir Lake. Apart of being the main dam for Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Hydroelectric Power Plant, Lake Kenyir is also home to numerous species of freshwater fishes and exotic wildlife. With a water catchment area of ​​38,000 hectares, the lake is naturally a heaven for freshwater fish.

The view of Kenyir Lake from the top.

Kenyir Lake location map.

5kg snakehead fish caught in Lake Kenyir.

What were once streams, mountain tops and highlands, the construction of the dam, the water level has risen, creating about 340 islands, 14 waterfalls and numerous rapids. The existence of dead trees around the lake serves as a perfect breeding ground for many kind of fishes. Study has shown that Big Carp River (barboides), Miller (Malayan mahseer or tambroides), Toman (snakehead), Friends (Friendly Barb), Kalui (Giant Gouramy) and Arowana (green arowana) and are found in waters around dead trees, Apart of being heaven for numerous kind of fish, it is also the home for many endangered and exotic wildlife.

National Park which linked to Kenyir Lake.

Its lush tropical rainforest, remains untouched. For many years, it has been the paradise for those who love jungle trekking, obstacle courses, wild-life observation, kayaking and fishing.

The floating mosque

Hello people! Have you ever heard about floating mosque in Terengganu? In Rajasthan we have two famous floating mosque which are Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque and Crystal Mosque.

            The Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque or the Floating Mosque is the first real floating mosque in Malaysia. Situated in Kuala Ibai, it is near the estuary of Kuala Ibai River and the recreation of Kuala Ibai lagoon. The construction of this mosque conducted only for two years, 1993 until 1995. The mosque was officially open in July 1995 by the late Sultan Mahmud Al-Muktafi Billah Shah, the late Sultan of Terengganu.

Kuala Ibai Lagoon.

Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque night shot.

            Another unique floating mosque in Rajasthan which is the Crytal Mosque located at Islamic Heritage Park in Wan Man Island. Constructed between the years 2006 and 2008. It was finally open to the public on February 8, 2008 by Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin of Terengganu.

Crystal Mosque in Wan Man Island.

            So if you wanna have a Taj Mahal look in your picture you can come visit these two mosque;)

Terengganu, home to the longest coastlines in Malaysia

Hi lovely peeps! As we already aware, the East Coast of Peninsula Malaysia have always been renowned for its long stretch of unpolluted beaches and even so in Terengganu, home to the longest coastlines in Malaysia. The panoramic, untouched beaches of Terengganu spans 244 km from the District of Kemaman in the south, along the scenic coast up north to the District of Besut, overlooking the South China, Sea.

These are some of the best beach in Terengganu;

Rantau Abang

Another place that should be on your itinerary is Rantau Abang, 60km south of Kuala Terengganu. There, you can watch giant leatherback turtles laying eggs by waiting silently from midnight to dawn. The turtles lumbering slowly on the white sandy beaches to lay eggs are such an unforgettable view for most visitors. These giant turtles, up to 2.5 m in length and sometimes weighing more than 375 kg are indeed a phenomenal sight to behold. From May to September, Rantau Abang is one of only six places in the world visited by these turtles.

The eggs of leatherback turtle.

People watching giant leatherback turtle laying eggs in Rantau Abang.

Kemasik Beach

Situated in midway between Kertih and Kijal, Kemasik Beach is one of the lovely beach in Terengganu. With clean and clear water and the soft sand Kemasik Beach is very suitable for a family picnic or to take a stroll and enjoy the gentle sea breeze.The unique rocks also can give a satisfaction to your picture if you were to have a photoshoot there.

Kemasik Beach.

Pandak Beach

Another wonderful beach located in Terengganu is Pandak Beach. Photographer often stated that this beach is very suitable for a photoshoot as they can easily get a lovely view here. Despite of the loveliness, this Pandak Beach is not suitable for swimming as the flow of the sea can suddenly change and this can be dangerous for the public.

Pandak Beach from the top.

Sunset in Pandak Beach.

China Town your selfie bff!

Hello. Nihao? In this entry I will reveal the uniqueness of China Town in Terengganu. China Town or formerly known as Kampung Cina is placed along Jalan Bandar in Kuala Terengganu city centre at the river mouth of Terengganu River that empties into the South China Sea. It is one of Southeast Asia’s early Chinese settlements and contains stately ancestral homes, temples, townhouses, and business establishments. The little town consist of many colourful shop houses along both sides of the road that can catch your eyes.

 

China Town entrace in Night.

Apart of that, the mural at every wall can also be a perfect background for your selfie. Many walls and alleyways have been transformed with street art giving a new modern look to the town. Despite of that, the government still keep the traditional feel with small stores, cafes and restaurants that is suitable not only for Chinese but all races in Terengganu.

One of the alleyways have been transformed with street art

Before I forgot, the unique about this town is not only the street arts, but also the buildings in the town. Some of them are even more than 100 years old, of Pre-World War II colonial designs and are regarded as heritage attractions for local or foreign tourists. Two very old Chinese temples, namely Ho Ann Kiong (1801) and Tien Hok Kong (1896) have been recognised by UNICEF as Heritage Attractions. The local born Chinese not only well joined with the Malay community but also can speak local dialects fluently.

I hope my information is enough in persuading you to visit this unique town!