Kuala Terengganu

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Kuala Terengganu is the state capital of Terengganu, on the East Coast (Malaysia) | east coast of peninsular Malaysia.

Travel to Kuala Terengganu

By Plane

Kuala Terengganu's Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) has around half a dozen flights per day to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (1 hour) on Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia. Fares to Kuala Terengganu vary, with Malaysia Airlines offering as low as RM136 (full service) and AirAsia with as low as RM60. Firefly links Kuala Terengganu directly with Kuala Lumpur#Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport|Subang Airport near Kuala Lumpur.

Travel on a Bus in Kuala Terengganu

The long distance bus station has buses to all main Malaysian cities outside Terengganu : Kuala Lumpur (7 hours Rm43), Penang (7-8 hours), Johor Bahru (8 hours Rm48), Kota Bharu (3 hours Rm17), Malacca, (8 hours), Kuantan (3 hours Rm17).

Transnasional also runs buses direct to Singapore (10 hours, 54RM/S$68, to/from Singapore).

The local bus station has buses to most places in the city and in the rest of the state: Merang (for Redang), Kuala Besut (for the Perhentians), Dungun, etc.

From Kuala Besut the bus timetable is erratic: approximate timetable is 07:00, 08:30, 10:30, 13:00, 14:00 and 16:30. The bus stop in Kuala Besut is located in the village near the market square (around 1 kilometers from the jetty). The yellow bus (SP Bumi) can actually be picked up along the primary street from the jetty. Turn left at the end of the jetty and walk to the end of the primary street, bus will stop on the junction just before the bridge. Service is limited on Friday, usually one in the morning and another at lunch time.

By ferry

In season (March-October) and there are two ferries a day from the central Shahbandar Jetty direct to Redang Island (75 min). These are operated by and intended primarily for guests of the Berjaya Redang Resort, but they'll take non-guests on board (for a price) if there's space.

Most travellers to Redang, however, will go via the main jetty at Merang, 45 min north of town.

Get Around

The only way you can get to the town from the airport is by taxi
The local municipality provides buses that roam around the town up to Kuala Ibai , Taman Tamadun Islam and a few other attraction areas.
The market jetty has ferries to Seberang Takir (70 c) and Pulau Duyung (70 c).
The Seri Malaysia jetty has a ferry to Pulau Duyung (1RM).

What to See

FloatingMosque2 - Masjid Tengku Tengah Zaharah (Masjid Terapung)

Terengganu State Museum. The largest museum complex in Malaysia, with detailed exhibits on textiles and the history of the petroleum industry and nature. It contains a park by the river with maritime exhibits. The museum also houses the Batu Bersurat Terengganu (Terengganu Stone), which contains the oldest example of classical Jawi (Malay) writing. Entrance fee: 5 RM (Malaysian citizens), 15 RM (non-citizens)
Pulau Duyung, in the middle of the estuary, has some interesting shipyards and an old wooden mansion (kota lama). This is also a fishing village.
Seberang Takir, across from the market jetty, has some interesting cottage industries ranging from keropok lekor to batik.
Bukit Puteri (Princess Hill), is a hill fort behind the Bazar Warisan. It played a key role during the Terengganu civil war between competing sultans (1831-1876). The hilltop contains a bell, several keramat, a 'throne' and cannons facing the sea. Good for a view of the waterfront. Entrance fee: 1 RM (but normally not enforced).
Taman Tamadun Islam - Islamic Civilization Park Is the recently-completed Islamic-themed recreational park located near the state museum. Models of famous masjids around the world are built here in smaller size. The famous 'Masjid Kristal' is also here. Entrance fee: 30 RM (to the park), free (to Masjid Kristal)
Masjid Tengku Tengah Zaharah (commonly called the 'floating mosque') and is located around 10 kilometers from the downtown on Jalan Batu Buruk. This beautiful, simple white mosque built on the created lake flowing from the Ibai river attracts local residents, especially in the late afternoon and weekends, for family activities.
Istana Maziah, or Maziah Palace is a well known palace, standing strong at the foot of Bukit Puteri. One of few palaces owned by the Terengganu Royal Family, this beautiful palace is now used for royal occasions such as Royal Raya Open House or the installation of a new king.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Kuala Terengganu

Go to the Pasar Payang (Big Bazaar) and the covered open-air market across the street and buy some delicious fresh fruits.
Ride a special bus called Bas Bandar, beautifully designed mirroring a moving traditional house
Take a short small boat trip from Kuala Terengganu jetty to the fishing village of Seberang Takir, which will cost you RM1. The jetty is located beside the floating restaurant in front of Terengganu Tourism office at Pasar Besar Payang.
Catch some local foods in one of the Night Markets in the city:
At the park near Dataran Shahbandar jetty on weekend nights
On Pulau Warisan behind Jalan Kapung Cina
In front of the City Hall (MBKT) along Jalan Sultan Ismail on Friday nights

Shopping

Malls & Supermarkets

Giant Hypermarket & Kuala Terengganu Mall

The Store - Supermarket & department store.

Mydin Mall - Known in the area as a discount store.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Keropok lekor, a kind of fish Sausages served with sweet chili Sauces, is a must-try.
Many traditionally prepared (Malay) cakes (kuih) are sold in Kuala Terengganu - among other places, in the Pasar.
Laksa Terengganu and the state's version of the pan-Malaysian spicy Noodles soup
Nasi dagang and the most famous dish in Terengganu, is often served as breakfast or lunch at small stall and restaurants. This is a dish of delicious sweet and spicy Sauce with glutinous Rice.

You can find locally popular fruit juice in a big mug known as "air buah gelas besar". Many choices of fresh fruit juice are available. You can find it in Seberang Takir (about 5 kilometers from KT on the road heading to Kuala Terengganu airport). It operates from ~ 17:00 to midnight.

You can also buy a variety of different fresh fruit juices, coconut water, etc. from vendors outside the Pasar Besar in Kuala Terengganu.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

In Kuala Terengganu, you will find all types of hotels from top range to small Chinese basic places.
Awi Yellow House (or "Rumah kuning") in Pulau Duying. Visitors stay in a wooden bungalow on the river (stilt house) and have a shared kitchen. The place is very quiet, friendly and you live with flowers, boats, etc. There is a night market near the bridge every Friday.

The Space Inn Air conditioned 13- and 16-bed dorms. security lockers. Free wifi. Self catering facilities. Double room has a shared bathroom.

Seaview Hotel 18A Jalan Masjid Abidin opposite Istana Maziah Palace. Air conditioned four-bed dorm. Double rooms with own bathroom, free wifi, luggage storage.

DJ Citi Point Hotel Air conditioned double room with own bathroom and cable TV. Free wifi

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