Marang, Terengganu

Marang (GPS: 5.20583, 103.20487) is a village on the coast of Terengganu. It is located on the estuary of Sungai Marang. It is an important fishery hub as well as base for boats departing to Pulau Kapas. The village is inhabited mostly by fishermen, who lay out their catch to dry in the sun.

At Marang, there is an operator offering river cruises up the Marang River. Tourists can catch a glimpse of the rural way of life and watch for local wildlife such as monitor lizards, monkeys, crabs and otters.

How to reach Marang

Take the coastal road, Route 3, south from Kuala Terengganu.

Marang is on the Map of Terengganu

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