|
|
|
 |
Popular
Places |
Pekan
  When
Mansur Shah, a descendent of the Sultan of Melaka, founded the state of
Pahang in 1458, Pekan was chosen as his residence. It has since remained
the Royal town of the state. There are numerous well-built white marble
mosques, as well as several palaces in the town. The state museum, Museum
Sultan Abu Bakar, is housed in a building constructed by the British for
the local resident. It has a wide variety of exhibits and much of the
museum is dedicated to the Pahang royal family. Sungai Pahang is the longest
river in Malaysia and was the last east coast river to be bridged. Pekan
is also an ideal place to relax and to be away from the city.
Kuantan
 Any
visit to the state of Pahang must include the state capital Kuantan. Kuantan
is not a big city and you will find it remarkably personable and down-to-earth.
It has been the capital of Pahang since 1955. It is a well-organized,
bustling city and a major stopover point when traveling north, south,
or across the peninsula. The town reveals its charms through its street
life and attractions around its town center. Some of the finest beaches
in the state are located in Kuantan. It also offers a variety of local
food fare and traditional sports. Visitors will be able to see a mix of
old and new buildings along with colonial style buildings, which are reminders
of colonial administration in the past.
The most prominent sight in the capital
is the State Mosque with its distinct dome and minarets. Or take a stroll
along the riverbank and watch the various activities on the wide Sungai
Kuantan. At the jetty, a ferry can take you across the river to a small
village, Kampung Tanjung Lumpur. Placed among the many modern buildings
around town, the colonial-style Courthouse & Handicraft Centre definitely
adds some charm and difference to the area. Kuantan and its vicinity produces
some really good handicrafts; there is even a batik factory on the outskirts
of the town, and shops along Jalan Besar do sell local trinkets and handicraft.
Do try their keropok (fish crackers), which is the state's famed delicacy.
|
