Pahang officially Pahang Darul Makmur with the Arabic honorific Darul Makmur is a sultanate and a federal state of Malaysia. It is the third largest Malaysian state and the largest state in peninsular by area, and ninth largest by population.
Kuantan is a city and the state capital of Pahang, Malaysia. It is located near the mouth of the Kuantan River. Kuantan is the 18th largest city in Malaysia based on 2010 population, and the largest city in the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia.
Learn moreBatu Hitam is a beach located about 10 km from Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. It is called Batu Hitam for its stretch of black stones at the otherwise white sandy beach.
Learn more Book this experienceTeluk Cempedak or Teluk Chempedak also known as Palm Beach is a beach in Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. It is located 5 kilometres east from the town centre in Kuantan.
Learn more Book this experienceCherating is a coastal town in Kuantan District, Pahang, Malaysia. Popular tourist attractions are the beaches along the Chendor Beach with many hotels and resorts. Cherating also has the distinction of being the location of Asia's first Club Med. Cherating has a cultural village which sells traditional textiles and handicrafts. There is a turtle sanctuary located in Cherating's beach. The turtles lay their eggs in July and August.
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🏘️ Town 🏞️ Watercourse ⛰️ Hill station 🏖️ ShorePahang is the third largest state of Malaysia. With a large area of nearly 36,000 km2, accounting for 11% of the total area of Malaysia, this place possesses many wonderful and beautiful landscapes, with countless interesting and attractive things for us to explore.
Genting Highlands is always one of the famous tourist attractions in Pahang that anyone who has the opportunity to set foot in this land also wants to explore. This place is likened to a Las Vegas right in the heart of Malaysia. Many people also call Genting Plateau with the name "entertainment paradise in the clouds" because it is located at an altitude of up to 1800 meters above sea level.
Speaking of famous tourist attractions in Pahang, it is definitely impossible not to mention the city of Kuantan. This place is considered as the capital of Pahang state. Not only having a developed economy and vibrant life, Kuantan also attracts tourists by its poetic and lyrical beaches, majestic waterfalls and many beautiful ancient architectural works.
You must definitely visit the extremely famous Masjid Sultan Ahmad Shah mosque. This is a beautiful church located in the central area of Kuantan city. This church is designed and built in the extremely unique Ottomon Moorish style. It features a beautiful, dramatic blue color. The large dome is located in the middle and is surrounded by 4 smaller domes and 4 pointed towers that shoot straight up into the sky.
Sungai Pandan, also known as Panching, is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Malaysia, located in Kuantan city of Pahang state. It is located deep inside a dense forest, surrounded by ancient trees. The water flows violently down the giant cliffs below, blowing white foam to create a majestic, beautiful scene that enchants people.
The most beautiful and famous beach here is Batu Ferringhi. Coming here, you will be immersed in a picturesque natural space with clear blue sea water and smooth stretch of sand. You can freely swim, have fun and experience many interesting activities such as paragliding, jet skiing, volleyball, etc.
You can stay in Kuantan city: Timurbay by My Seasons, Skytree Hotel or Cameron Highlands : Zarania Hillhomes, Highlanders Hotel.
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If you like the sea, then go to Cherating or Kuantan, if you want to experience the fresh air then don't miss the Cameron Highlands, Genting Highlands.
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