FLOATING MOSQUE

Floating Mosque

Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque or more commonly called Masjid Terapung is a unique design which is built on a floating platform, giving a floating feel from far away. The mosque is built on the estuary of Terengganu River by one of the prince in Terengganu state. Combining both modern and Moorish architecture design, the mosque symbolizes the innovation and modernisation in the state.





The ideal time to visit this mosque is in the evening, when the evening sun shines on the mosque, turning the building into golden colour while the cooling breeze blow from the South China sea.

The mosque is located in Teluk Ibai, just over 4km away from Kuala Terengganu town centre, quite close to the beautiful beach of Terengganu's coast. The white structure of the mosque gorunds covers and area of roughly 5 acres and serves a number of villages nearby.

The beauty of its architecture and serenity of its surrounding landscape, also draws a great number of visitors to Terengganu who take the opportunity to perform their prayers and take a breather from their journey at this mosque. The design of the mosque reflects a subtle Islamic influence combined with local features, incorporating the use of marble, ceramics, mosaic works and bomanite paving. Constructed with a lake surrounding it, much like a moat, the mosque is popularly referred to as the Floating Mosque. With the backdrop of the open South China Sea, this mosque is an irresistable attraction to visitors in Terengganu.

How To Get Here

This mosque is located along Jalan Sultan Mahmud, roughly 4km away from Kuala Terengganu town centre. From the town of Terengganu, head towards South to Marang or Kuantan by local bus or driving. After about 6-8 KM from the town center, you can see the Mosque just beside the road at the left.

Where To Stay

1. Primula Beach Resort
2. YT Midtown Hotel
3. Motel Desa
4. Kenangan Hotel
5. Hotel Bintang
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BATU BUROK BEACH

Batu Burok Beach

Batu Buruk Beach or Pantai Batu Burok is one of the popular stretch of beach in Kuala Terengganu where locals go to during the weekends and in the evening.

Swimming here is not recommended as the waves are strong and due to the fact that it faced the open South China Sea. Horse riding for a fee is also a common sight here during the weekends. Beach soccer is also one of the activity that the youth indulge in at the beach during their free time.

Even if you're not shopping, come along to the Batu Buruk Friday market in Kuala Terengganu to soak in the lively atmosphere.

Fancy doing some shopping while enjoying fresh air and beautiful scenery at the same time?. You can, but only if you're at the Batu Buruk Friday market in Kuala Terengganu.

The shine of clear golden sands against the cool blue sea forms a nice backdrop for the popular market, which was started less than two years ago. It operates from 3pm to 7pm.

There are plenty of non-water-based sports activities conducted here. Kite flying is the most popular activity organised on the beach apart from regular beach soccer in the evening. Others play volleyball, sepak takraw, beach soccer, netball and other games at the beach. For younger children, there is a playground nearby where they can have have fun on the see-saws, ladders or play hide-and-seek.

If you are looking for a fast food restaurant to fill your hungry stomach, the A&W Restaurant is just located near the round about, about 5 minutes drive from Primula Beach Resort.

How To Get Here

Pantai Batu Buruk is located just outside downtown Kuala Terengganu. There are plenty of road signs that will point you to this beach, especially if you are driving northbound from Pahang and Kuala Lumpur.

It is located near Primula Beach Resort. Another landmark is the Hockey Stadium which is located by the Jalan Pantai Batu Buruk road.

Enjoy your stroll and feel the breeze at the beach...

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Hotel

Grand Continental Hotel - Kuala Terengganu
Lot 004023
Jalan Sultan Zainal Abidin
20000 K.Terengganu.
Website: www.ghihotels.com.my
Emel: kuala_terengganu@ghihotels.com.my
Telephone No: 09-625 1888
Fax No: 09-6251999
No of Rooms: 192

Permai Inn Kuala Terengganu
Jalan Sultan Mahmud
20400 K.Terengganu.
Website: www.permainnkt.com.my
Emel: sales@permaiinnkt.com.my
Telephone No: 09-6222122
Fax No: 09-6222121
No of Rooms: 220

Seri Malaysia Hotel KUALA TERENGGANU
Lot 1640 Jalan Hiliran (Balik Bukit)
20100 K.Terengganu.
Website: www.serimalaysia.com.my
Emel: smtgg1@yahoo.com
Telephone No: 09-6236454
Fax No: 09-6238344
No of Rooms: 134

PRimula Beach HOTEL
Jalan Persinggahan
Off Jalan Sultan Mahmud,
20400 Kuala Terengganu.
Website : www.primulahotels.com
Emel : reservation@primulahotels.com
Telephone No: 09-622 2100, 09- 622 2362
Fax No: 09-623 3360, 09-623 3729
No of Rooms: 246

KENANGAN HOTEL
65, Jalan Sultan Ismail,
20200 Kuala Terengganu.
Website: www.hotelkenangan.com.my
Email: admin@hotelkenangan.com.my
Telephone No: 09-6222688
Fax No: 09-6233268
No of Rooms: 36

Hotel Chukai Utama
K11295, Taman Chukai Utama,
24000 Kemaman.
Telephone No: 09-8589666 / 09-8591275
Fax No:09-8589222
No of Rooms: 49

Marjan hotel
PT 14633, Jalan Lebai Saras KCP,
24000 Kemaman.
Telephone No: 09-8586767
Fax No: 09-8585225
No of Rooms: 39

Seri Malaysia Marang
Lot 3964 Kampung Paya,
21600 Marang.
Telephone No: 09-6182889 / 09-6182012
Fax No: 09-6181285
No of Rooms: 47

Rhu Muda Beach Motel
Kg. Rhu Muda,
Seberang Marang,
Terengganu.
Telephone No: 019-9836810 / 09-6181934 / 013-9386810
No of Rooms: 22
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Transport

Airports

Kuala Terengganu’s Sultan Mahmud Airport offers a limited selection of domestic flights within peninsular Malaysia. Flights head primarily to Kuala Lumpur and Kuantan in Penang. The airport is located nine miles from Kuala Terengganu, and transit to the city centre is relatively simple.

The two major airlines operating at Sultan Mahmud are Malaysia Airlines and the discount carrier AirAsia. Both of these carriers offer daily connections to Kuala Lumpur. Firefly is a subsidiary of Malaysia Airlines that connects Terengganu to its regional hub in Penang.

This single terminal airport sees an annual throughput of roughly half a million passengers. As it is strictly a regional airport, facilities are limited to essentials and include telephones, restrooms, snack vendors and an information desk. Some of the hotels in Kuala Terengganu will arrange to pick passengers up at the airport. Taxi drivers arrive at the airport according to the Arrivals schedule.

Public Transport

It is possible to reach Kuala Terengganu directly by bus from Kuala Lumpur. On the whole, the state capital is well-connected to the rest of peninsular Malaysia. Express buses are the fastest means of getting around, and most of the transport options are centred on road transport. The nearest railway runs through the neighbouring state of Kelantan and doesn’t offer direct access to Terengganu.

Kuala Terengganu serves as the state’s primary transport hub. The East Coast Highway spans Terengganu’s coastline and connects Pahang in the south with Kelantan in the north—ultimately crossing into Thailand. Buses from Kuala Terengganu connect the state with multiple Malaysian destinations and even travel as far as Singapore.

Within the state, transport is efficient and reliable between the coastal cities, where buses connect each of these stop-offs with Kuala Terengganu. For day-to-day activities in Kuala Terengganu, locals use water taxis which depart from the jetty at Pasar Payang market and cross the river estuary. This is a centuries-old form of transport that continues to see heavy traffic.

Traditional forms of transport offer novel ways for tourists to get around the cities. Trishaws are a fun means of touring the compact streets of Kuala Terengganu and are easily hailed in all of the major cities. Most of these bikes are lavishly decorated in the hope of catching your attention. While not as historic, the newly introduced Shutter Bus resembles an old trolley and cruises the streets of the capital.

Transport into the interior is not readily available. Major destinations like Tasik Kenyir are accessible by bus, but it’s best to hire a car and set your own itinerary if you’re bound for any of the smaller villages. In some cases, travel agencies can arrange transport by minibuses to some inland attractions.
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History And Weather

Terengganu has long been an important trade stopover on routes through the South China Sea, and early records by Chinese merchants indicate that the port was in operation as early as the 6th century. However, detailed historical records don't exist until the 1300s, when Terengganu was incorporated as an Islamic state.

In the centuries leading up to its conversion to Islam, Terengganu's inhabitants practiced a mix of Hinduism and Buddhism. A monument adorned with Arabic carvings indicates that Islam was well practiced at the dawn of the 14th century; and as such, Terengganu was the first of the Malayan states to embrace Islam.

In 1724, Terengganu was formally declared an independent sultanate. Friendly ties with the Sultan of Johor strengthened the new state during the first 100 years of its establishment. In fact, the first Sultan of Terengganu, Tun Zainal Abidin, was the brother of a previous Sultan of Johor.

In the 1800s, Terengganu fell under the control of the Kingdom of Siam (modern day Thailand). The sultan at the time worked hard to keep Siam at bay, and at times the relationship between these two countries seemed little more than a formality. However, an early 20th century agreement between Siam and Great Britain saw a shift in the power scheme—an unpopular move with the local population.

Great Britain incorporated Terengganu into the Unfederated Malay States. An uprising in 1928 prompted action by British military forces. WWII and the subsequent Japanese invasion changed everything, however. After the war, power was handed back to Thailand until 1948, when Terengganu became part of the Federation of Malaya. A decade later, the Federation of Malaya became the independent country of Malaysia and Terengganu became one its member states.

Oil and natural gas were recently discovered offshore in Terengganu and what was once Malaysia’s poorest state has seen an enormous economic boom. The petroleum industry has quickly overtaken fishing and agriculture, and revenue has been invested in establishing tourism infrastructure.

Tourists head to the capital city of Kuala Terengganu and spend most of their time along the coastline. To this day, Islam remains central to the culture and lifestyle of Terengganu's citizens, and the social climate remains strongly conservative outside of the touristy areas.

Weather

Malaysia’s climate is characterised by year-round heat and humidity. Temperatures remain high throughout the year, with lows dipping to 21°C and highs rising into the low 30s (°C). There are two distinct seasons—dry and monsoon—and annual humidity levels remain at 90 per cent regardless of the season.

The monsoon season begins in November and continues until February. During this time, it’s not uncommon for the coastal resorts and other accommodation to close down for lack of tourists. When planning a trip to Terengganu, it is best to schedule a visit during the drier months of March to October, when all resorts are open.

Visitors who intend to spend time on the beach will be pleased to find that the dry season enjoys a great deal of sunshine, making this an ideal time for swimming and water sports. If your visit falls during the monsoon season, you’ll find that the west coast of peninsular Malaysia sees less rain and most of the accommodation remains open.

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Tourism, Cultural, Arts And Heritage Division Terengganu State Secretariat

9th Floor, Wisma Darul Iman, 20503, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Darul Iman Telephone No: 609-623 1553 Fax No: 609-622 1957 Email: ppp@terengganu.gov.my

Tourist Information Centre

TIC Bukit Puteri Jalan Sultan Zainal Abidin, 20000 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Darul Iman Malaysia Telephone No: 609-622 1553 Fax No: 609-622 1957

TIC Tasik Kenyir Pengkalan Gawi Hulu Terengganu Terengganu Darul Iman Malaysia Telephone : 609-626 7788/666 8498 Fax : 609-666 7657/666 8979

TIC Geliga 24000 Kemaman Terengganu Darul Iman Malaysia Telephone : 609-868 7600 Fax : 609-622 1957

TIC Kuala Besut 22200, Besut, Terengganu Darul Iman

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