Before
we going futher about Terengganu traditional food, I am going to let you know
the history of Terengganu. The capital of Terengganu is Kuala Terengganu and it
is also the largest city in Terengganu. With facing the South China Sea,
Terengganu borders Kelantan at the northwest and Pahang at the southwest.
Terengganu also known as Where Nature Embraces Heritage.
The origin of the name "Terengganu" is unclear, but there are several theories according to it. One theory states that the name actually originated from the Malay term "Terang Anu", which in English means Bright Rainbow. The other one is from a stroy a of a hunting man found a fang in the jungle. When he go back, their neighbours asked which animal the fang belonged to. He simply replied “Taring Anu”, which in English means Fang of something.
The
major tourist attractions in Terengganu are its fascinating, beautiful, amazing
beaches which attract thousands of visitors, both local and foreign every year.
Terengganu has the longest panoramic beach in Malaysia. Redang Island and Perhentian
Island is the most well known Island in Terengganu. During school holidays,
most of the visitors from all over the world come here to visit and relax.
The
picture on the left side is one of the interesting activity that can be do in Redang Island. Most of the visitors come here
to enjoy scuba diving, fishing, boating and relax for sure.
Pulau
Perhentian, is one of the most beautiful Islands in Malaysia is also situated
here. It is surrounded by the colourful, mature coral gardens and the crystal
clear, vibrant underwater world.
These two amazing Islands, Terengganu is truly a heaven for beach lovers to feel the white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters.
But
beaches are not the only attractions here. Terengganu also known and popular with
their food that known as traditional food that rarely can be found in a big
city for example in Kuala Lumpur and
Penang. As we all know, Terengganu is famous with their food which made
primarly with fish since Terengganu is situated near the seaside.
For more information about the history of Terengganu, you may click the link under the picture.
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mmmm, yummy!! delicious food ^^
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