Places of Interest, Kuantan

Kuantan, the state capital is located on the east coast and facing the South China Sea. It is fast developing into a modern commercial centre, yet retaining its unique age-old charms. Now, modern high-rise structures cohabit harmoniously with pre-war shop houses and colonial building. A visit to Kuantan will draw you to its nature and historical places like beaches, museum and many other thing that can be experienced.

Kuantan River Cruise
The Kuantan River Cruise takes visitors through the picturesque landscape of a 500-year old mangrove forest reserve that spreads along the Kuantan River. The first stop along the way is a fishing village from sea. Then the cruise will stop at swamp area and there are 250-metre wooden walkway constructed to enable visitors to walk under the canopy of the tropical mangrove forest. The last stop is Medan Ferry where visitors can take a short break for rest and refreshments. Close nearby is the remnant of Japanese fortress built during World War II.

Hero's Museum
The Heroes Museum or Muzium Tokoh is locted at Jalan Masjid, and was officially opened to the public in October 2000. Housed in a majestic colonial-era building (1910) located adjacent to the Pahang Tourism office, the museum is a showcase of 'who is who' in Pahang nationalism, educations, literatures, the arts, sports and religion.

Sultan Hj Ahmad Agricultural Park
Originally established by the Department of Agriculture in1988, the 300-hectare park serves primarily as a research station and one of the many agriculture development centers in the country. It is divided into fruit orchards, arboretum, spice farms, recreational park, campsites, an exhibition centre, research station and a forest reservation area. A walk in the forest reserves provides you with an excellent opportunity to be mesmerized by the magic of the the Tropical Rain Forest.

Teluk Chempedak Beach
Teluk Chempedak Beach is a popular destination among the locals. Located some 5 kilometres from Kuantan, visitors may indulge in a variety of water sports such as windsurfing, sailing, jet skiing and swimming.