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Things to see in Kuala Terengganu (Malaysia): 25 places and when to go

Kuala Terengganu is a city in Malaysia with around 350,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 25 places in and around it, mainly Temples (11), Nature (6), Mountains (6). The best known are Crystal Mosque, Abidin Mosque and Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque. The best time to come is February to April and June to August; also possible: January, May and September to October. There are about 12 h 18 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Malaysia · 5.3304, 103.12
Population
About 350,000
Places
25 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Temples (11) · Nature (6) · Mountains (6) · Architecture (3) · History (2) · Beaches (1)
Best time
February to April and June to August.
Also possible
January, May and September to October.
Nearest airport
PEN Penang, 315 km as the crow flies

What to see in Kuala Terengganu

The places in and around Kuala Terengganu, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

And the other 1, by what you come to do:

When to go to Kuala Terengganu

The best time to visit Kuala Terengganu is February to April and June to August; also possible: January, May and September to October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanPossible11:43
  2. FebBest time11:50
  3. MarBest time11:58
  4. AprBest time12:07
  5. MayPossible12:15
  6. JunBest time12:18
  7. JulBest time12:17
  8. AugBest time12:10
  9. SepPossible12:02
  10. OctPossible11:53
  11. NovBetter not11:45
  12. DecBetter not11:42

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

There are about 12 h 18 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In February, 25 of the 25 places are at their best.

When to go to Malaysia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to Kuala Terengganu

The nearest main airport is Penang International Airport (PEN, Penang), 315 km as the crow flies. How to get around Malaysia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

Where it is (opens in a new tab)Directions (opens in a new tab)

Other towns nearby

And all of Malaysia, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Kuala Terengganu?

The best known: Crystal Mosque, Abidin Mosque, Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque, Pulau Sekati Bridge, Sultan Mahmud Bridge. In all, 25 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Kuala Terengganu?

February to April and June to August; also possible: January, May and September to October. There are about 12 h 18 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.

How do you get to Kuala Terengganu?

The nearest main airport is Penang International Airport (PEN), 315 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Kuala Terengganu as the destination and these 25 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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