Port Description

Kuantan, Malaysia

Malaysia's melting pot population means visitors are treated to the riches of three distinct cultures: Malay, Chinese, and Indian. The minarets and domes of the State Mosque dominate the cityscape while a Thai Buddhist temple is tucked into a limestone cave at nearby Gua Charas. The pungent aroma wafting from the stalls in Jalan Besar's market are most likely the fruits of Old Kuantan's salted fish industry--don't forget to sample keropok (fish crackers), the city's most famous delicacy. The pristine beach at Teluk Chempedak faces the South China Sea, and is ideal for both water sports and rainforest treks.