NOOR ARFA CRAFT COMPLEX

NOOR ARFA CRAFT COMPLEX

Noor Arfa is a pioneer of the much acclaimed batik industry in Malaysia. Their principle to always improvising and striving for the best in batik designs have won the admiration and recognition form the local community. With its meticulous design and high quality fabrics, Noor Arfa has achieved the status and rare distinction of being the largest batik producing in the country. Their distribution centre spread though out the nation. Noor Arfa Craft Complex is not only focus on the manufacturing activity, but also one of Malaysia’s largest batik showroom at, Chendering, Kuala Terengganu. It is frequented daily by bus loads of tourist eager to see the best batik the idyllic state of Kuala Terengganu has a offer.

(PANTAI AIR TAWAR) AIR TAWAR BEACH

Pantai Air Tawar is a pristine and scenic beach ideal for family and group outings. Visitors can just sit under the shades of coconut trees lulled by the soothing sea breeze while enjoying fresh coconut drink and sumptuous seafood. Watch kite playing with the tides.

(GUNUNG TEBU) TEBU MOUNTAIN

Gunung Tebu is a part of the highland range that offers exhilarating trekking. Experienced guide is needed. It will take 2-3 hours for a trained climber to reach the top. What ever it takes, one has to be agile and fit enough to scale the mountain. The cool winds and the breathtaking view upon reaching the mountain top are worth the tough climb. Upon descending, stop by at Lata Belantan waterfall where one can enjoy frolicking in sprays of cooling waters that surely will freshen up the weariest climbers.

TRADITIONAL WOOD CARVING INDUSTRY

One of the oldest traditional crafts in Terengganu is definitely in Besut. Local woodcarvers were once given the privilege to design and construct the abodes of local rulers and chieftains. The higher the rank and wealth of an individual, the more intricate and exquisite the designs were. Other than their creativity and innovative to create such intricate designs, the craftsmen are also able to bring forth an identity of their own. Many of their works are still unmatched by today’s modern technology and it is a matter of passion that drive them to create such a unique and exquisite designs unmatched and withstood the rest of time.

At times, the craftsmen are able to build entire houses without using a single iron nail. The traditional technologies and design are constructed such a way that the wooden house retains the cool air during hot weather and keeping warm during cold weather. Such an ingenious designed by the local wood carvers. The wood-carvers of Terengganu get their inspiration mostly from the Islamic arts and also motifs from leaves, flowers, fruits and marine lives.

Today, there is an increasing awareness among the people, especially the elite, to preserve this heritage and adorn their corporate offices. The influence of traditional wood crafts can now be found in government buildings, universities, hotels and resorts. From entire houses to doors, window shutters and furniture, the exquisite and brilliant craftsmanship of the local wood-carvers are something that needs to be treasured, appreciated and preserved.

DISTRICT:Besut

BESUT

Besut is the northern-most district in Terengganu and it borders with Kelantan. Jertih is the commercial hub while Kampung Raja is the administrative centre. Besut has much to offer for visitors. The splendour of nature awaits them at Pulau Perhentian, Pulau Rhu, the waterfalls of Lata Tembakah, the therapeutic Kampung La Hot Spring and the pristine beaches of Pantai Bukit Keluang, Pantai Air Tawar and Pantai Dendong. Besut is also home to thriving cottage industry that includes wood carving, leather crafts and rattan weaving. In addition to all that, the people of Besut are also famous for their friendliness, warmth and charms.

(PULAU LANG TENGAH) LANG TENGAH ISLAND

Its name is derived from the see eagles that breed on this picturesque island. The island is accessible via Merang Jetty in Setiu. Located between Pulau Perhentian and Pulau Redang, Pulau Lang Tengah’s natural habitat remains untouched. The jungles are still intact and pristine. The sea promises soft and hard colorful corals of unrivaled beauty and diverse marine lives. There are only four resorts with their own private beach and visitors could laze around practically undisturbed on the soft powdery sandy beaches.

(PULAU BIDONG) BIDONG ISLAND

Pulau Bidong was internationally well known as the relocation center for Vietnamese refuges from the middle 70’s until it was closed in the early 90’s. the state government decided that no hotels are to be built on the island. Remnants of what used to be hospital, school, sundry shops and warehouse are a stark reminder of what used to be home to thousands of the boat peoples. There is a turtle research centre conducted by local university and underwater gallery comprises of replicas of Inscripted Stone (Batu Bersurat), a Keris, a traditional sampan and betel chewing canisters (tepak sireh) located 15m underwater. Day trip visitors can snorkel and scuba dive around Pulau Bidong. Recently the state has set up Bidong Heritage Fund to formulate, monitor and reconstruct the Island into a visitors, zone.