Welcome to Kuantan

Kuantan, the state capital, is located on the east coast and facing the South China Sea. It is fast developing into a modern commercial centre, yet retaining its unique age- old charms. Now, modern high-rise structures coexist harmoniously with pre-war shop houses and colonial buildings.

Kuantan is vibrant, clean and punctuated by lush greenery that gives the town a refreshing countryside atmosphere. Food is easily available as there are many restaurants and open air food stalls selling local culinary delights. Its nightlife is an affair of colorfully decorated stalls selling anything from handicraft to costume jewelry and farm produce.

The State Mosque, with its distinctive dome and minarets in a pastel shade of sky blue and mint green, stands regal in the middle of the town. It is a prominent landmark to all visitors coming into the town. Nearby, in stark architectural contrast are the Kuantan Parade, Berjaya Megamall, East Coast Mall and Teruntum Complex, three modern shopping and office complexes. The colonial-styled Courthouse, Art Museum and the office of Pahang Tourism at Jalan Masjid, the Forestry Department office and the post office, all add a lovely contrast to the many new buildings sprouting around them.

Kuantan is vibrant, clean and punctuated by lush greenery that gives the town a refreshing countryside atmosphere

Teluk Chempedak Beach

It’s a beach life at Teluk Chempedak Beach, located only five kilometres from Kuantan town. Go for swim, take to the sails, surf the waves or just while away the hours on the promenade with a purpose built local food court, an international fast food outlet and 5 star resort hotel in the vicinity.

Teluk Chempedak is a complete beach getaway that can get rather busy on weekends as it is the most popular amongst local. If you like company, then this place is for you.

Art & Craft Attractions

1. The Pahang Art Museum or known locally as Balai Seni Lukis Pahang is located in Kuantan, the state capital of Pahang as the main center to promote and develop the arts and crafts industries of the state. The building was launched in 2006 and opened to the public in 2007, an initiative between the Pahang state government and the National Art Gallery in Kuala Lumpur. The first curator of the gallery was Mohamad Ismadi Sallehuddin, a graduate from University Technology Mara. Throughout the years, it has firmly established itself as one of the major places to showcase the works of artists mainly from Pahang as well as from the surrounding states.

2. Kompleks Tenun Pahang Diraja is located 8 km from Kuantan city.

Credit to www.pahangtourism.org.my for content.