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Kuantan is the state capital of Pahang, in Malaysia, and is a popular vacation destination. Kuantan, which has a view of the South China Sea, is a bustling city with plenty of greenery and interesting attractions. Kuantan is a fantastic vacation spot...more

Kuantan, Malaysia

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Kuantan is the state capital of Pahang, in Malaysia, and is a popular vacation destination.

Kuantan, which has a view of the South China Sea, is a bustling city with plenty of greenery and interesting attractions. Kuantan is a fantastic vacation spot because there are so many Muslim-friendly facilities there.

Best known for its beaches and beautiful setting, Kuantan is visited by thousands every year.

The Teluk Cempedak is a beautiful beach that offers a wide range of watersports. The Balok Beach and the Beserah Beach are also great to visit. Water sports enthusiasts are sure to have a great time in Pahang. The city has several world-class resorts, equipped with the best facilities.

Children will like the little zoo at Taman Teruntum. It can be rather fascinating to visit Panching Caves, which are on the Kuantan-Sungai Lembing Road. The Berkelah Falls, the most well-known of the nearby waterfalls, are not far from Kuantan. Visitors can take in breathtaking views and have a blast while strolling along the Kuantan River Esplanade.

Kuantan is a great location for shopping as well. Kuantan has a number of markets and retail areas where visitors can find a wide range of goods. East Coast Mall, Kuantan Parade, Berjaya Megamall, and other shopping centers are among the best in Kuantan.

Right now Kuantan is rapidly growing into a modern city with many ongoing developments.

Nearby Airports

Kuantan is served by the Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, which is located about 15km from the city center.

 

The airport has daily flights connecting to Kuala Lumpur. From the airport visitors can take taxis or buses to reach the city.

Halal Restaurants

There are several Halal restaurants in Kuantan. The best places to find halal food in Kuantan are:

  • Satay Zul 
  • Tong Juan 
  • Hai Peng Restaurant 
  • Restoran Timur 
  • Sri Patani Restaurant 
  • Restaurant Tanjung 
  • Restoran Baru Hock Hin 
  • Hoi Yin Restaurant

Mosques

Finding mosques in Kuantan is not difficult. There are several mosques in the city, the most prominent being the Sultan Ahmad Shah State Mosque also known as the Pahang State Mosque. Other mosques in Kuantan are Masjid at Taqwa, Masjid Saidina Ali, Masjid Al Hidayah, Masjid Umar Al-Khattab, etc.

Things to Do and See in Kuantan

  • Teluk Cempedak Beach
  • Balok Beach
  • Pantai Batu Hitam
  • Beserah Beach
  • Taman Teruntum
  • Panching Caves
  • Berkelah Falls
  • Kuantan River Esplanade
  • Bukit Gambang Water Park
  •  Sungai Pandan Water Fall 
  •  Sungai Lembing tin mine (museum) 
  •  Cherating Turtle Sanctuary
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