Tourism in Terengganu


Tourism in Terengganu deals with attractions, events and facilities in Terengganu, Malaysia of special interest to tourists.
Terengganu used to be one of Malaysia‟s poorest states until oil and gas were discovered off its coastline not too long ago. There are huge petrochemical and gas processing plants and supporting petroleum based industries near Paka and Kerteh, involving many joint ventures between Petronas, the Malaysian national oil company and foreign multinationals. Agriculture and fishing are still major industries while tourism is fast becoming a major economic contributor in Terengganu.
Terengganu has a coastline of beaches, and lush tropical rainforests. Terengganu is also rich with customs and traditions, upheld through generations and visible in its way of life, its arts and handicrafts, its traditional culinary and its heritage.

Geography & Climate

is a states in Malaysia, located partly on an east coast region of the Malaysia Peninsula. To the north lies the Kelantan state while the state of Pahang borders to its south. Terengganu covers a land area of 12,995 km2 with 244 km of scenic coastline overlooking South China Sea.
Terengganu boasts a fine tropical climate, with uniform temperatures averaging from 23-33 degrees Celsius and a mean humidity of about 90%. Rainfalls are copious, accounting to Terengganu‟s lush rainforest and vegetation. Generally two seasons are
distinguished: the rainy/wet season and the dry season. The wet season starts November until February, with the onset of the northeast monsoon in Peninsula Malaysia. Other months are dry season with occasional wet weather.

Destinations and attractions

Kuala Terengganu

Terengganu‟s equally famous chili sauce.
natural habitat remains untouched. The jungles are still retains its natural eco system. There are only four resorts with their own private beach.

Besut

Besut is the northernmost district in Terengganu and it borders with Kelantan. Jertih is the commercial hub while Kampung Raja is the administrative centre. Besut has so much to offer for visitors. The splendour of nature awaits them at Pulau Perhentian, Pulau Rhu, the waterfalls of Lata Tembakah, the therapeutic Kampung La Hot Spring and the pristine beaches of Pantai Bukit Keluang, Pantai Air Tawar and Pantai Dendong. Besut is also home to thriving cottage industry that includes woods carving, leather crafts and rattan weaving.

Setiu

It is believed that Setiu got its name from a Bugis chieftain, who, after months of travelling all the way from Sumatera, decided to stay in Setiu for good. Bandar Permaisuri, which means Queen's town, is the district capital as well as the administrative centre. Setiu is known for its beaches, its traditional fishing villages and its nature. Another attraction in Setiu is its wetland areas.