Sunday, May 6, 2007

Perhentian Island


Pulau Perhentian , meaning 'stopover island' is not to be missed. Some 21 km from the coast of Terengganu, it comprises the islands of Pulau Perhentian Besar and Pulau Perhentian Kecil. Covered by virgin jungle, windswept palms, powdery white beaches and surrounded by sapphire blue waters, Pulau Perhentian is a sanctuary to fishermen, migratory birds and holiday makers. Below are some os the resorts for you to choose to stay when you visit these 2 beautiful big and small Perhentian Islands.


Located at the north-eastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia. About 21 km off shores the remote town of Kuala Besut. There are two lovely unspoiled island lie amidst exquisitely clear waters. Pulau Perhentian Kecil (Small Perhentian) and Perhentian Besar (Big Perhentian) comprise the Perhentian Island, aptly named after "henti"(stop) as fishermen from mainland Kelantan and Terengganu have, for centuries, stopped over at the island for a rest or to shelter during a major storm. A rocky virgin jungle provides hour of adventures for trekkers who may chance upon flying fox, long-tailed macaques and monitor lizards, while the underneath marine life shows off a splendid garden of coral.



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