Dapo Pantai Uptown Kontena

      Assalammualaikum... i want to share about dapo pantai located in Tok Jembal  , Kuala Terengganu. Dapo Pantai the unique "kitchen-by-the-beach" are proving to be a hit with tourist . 

   

     Dapo Pantai is the way dapur pantai ( kitchen beach ) is prounounced in the local lingo . The cluster of eateries overlooking a lagoon in the South China sea are made of recycled 6m x 12m shipping containers . They were created by Affandi Hamzah , a 41 years old entrepreneur , from Sham Alam , Selangor who gave up sofware designer ' s job of 15 years to start his business venture three years ago .

Uptown container in Malaysia built in the shore

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If you want to visit here , the author recommends coming in the evening or at night . At night , Dapo Pantai is looks pretty much better than during the day . The lighting of the lamps is added  with the moonlight and the sound of thev waves , indeed soothing .

                                                  

Here you can find a variety of foods as there are many stores that have been opened now compared to the beginning of Dapo Pata's opening. Among them are western food, village food, all kinds of beverages and more. Come on with an empty stomach if you want to taste all kinds of food.

      

                                            
Besides eating and sightseeing here, you can also take a bath at this beach. If you want to bring children to the beach while relaxing, you can make Dapo Pata the first list to visit later. The beach is safe for kids to play but still needs to be monitored especially when the tide.

Dapo Pata is close to Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT), Sultan Zainal Abidin University (UniSZA) and Horse Farm. So, you can also bring your kids to horseback around this beach area.

Traditional food in terengganu

Terengganu is a state thats not only blessed with beautiful island , it also has a wide varierity of traditional food that is love throught the country . Althought , some dishes are similar to other states , it has is still has its own terengganu flare . And now i would like to share about traditional food and some tropical fruit at this place . The traditional food famously at Terengganu is nasi dagang , pulut lepa , sata , netbat , keropok lekor , bubur lambuk and lompat tikam .

1 . Nasi Dagang

A representative dish of the state , nasi

dagang is delicious and wholesome meal . The dish consist of rice , served with gulai ikan tongkol and lightly pickled vegetables . What make unique is that the rice mixture of regular rice and glutinous.

2. Pulut Lepa 

Pulut Lepa is a glutinous rice roll with a fish filling . To make the filling , boiled fish meat is mixed with sliced onion , dried chillies and sheredded coconut and is cooked untill it is dry . Once the filling is put is rolled accordingly , it is wrapped with a banana leaf then cooked over a charcoal fire .

3.Sata

Sata is a blend of succulent fish meat that has been marinated with a varierity of spices . Once the mixture is well combined , it is wrapped is well combined , it is wrapped in banana leaves in a triangular shape then grilled over a charcoal fire . It has a sweet tast that is perfected with the tinge of smokiness from the grill . Sata is usually served as an appetiser or a snack . 

4. Netbat 

A light dessert made from rice flour and eggs . Netbat is cooked in a mould over a light fire untill it becomes yellow and fluffy . Once it cools down , its then put into a sugar syrup that is has a tinge of pandan flavour . 

5. Keropok Lekor

A popular snack across the country , keropok is made from grounded fish meat and sago . The keropok is available in two different forms , long chewy ones are called lekor while the crispy thinner ones are called keping .

6. Bubur Lambuk

 

A traditional porridge that is cooked with a varierity of herbs . Sweet potatoes , fish crackers and dry prawns are also added into this portidge . 

7. Lompat tikam 

This two-layered treat is a popular dessert that even has multiple variations from other states . However , the Terengganu version has a coconut milk upper layer and the lower layer is made from rice flour . It is served with a gula melaka sauce that gives it that sweetness.

An abundance of tropical fruits  can be found in Terengganu .

That all  for today...

Transportation in Terengganu

  Transport or transportation is the movement of humans,animals and goods from one location to another.In other words the action of transport defined as a particular movement of an organism or thing from a point to the point B.Modes of transport include air ,land (rail and road),water ,cable,pipeline and space.The field can be divided into infrastructure,vehicle and operations. Transports is important because it enables trade between people,which is essential for the development of civizilations.
    Transportation infrastructure consist of the fixed installations,including roads,railways,airways,waterways,canals and pipelines and terminals such as airports,railway station ,bus station,warehouse,trucking terminals ,refueling depots(including fueliing docks and fuel stations and seaport.Terminals may be used both for interchange of passenger and cargo and for maintenance

Hi guys today I would like to share about the speciality transportation in Terengganu,why I am interested to tell about vehicle privileges in Terengganu,Last month I went to terengganu I saw a very unique bus that was all made of wood 

CHINA TOWN AT TERENGGANU

       Assalamualaikum today i want to share about Chinatown . Chinatown is a must visited by tourist when coming to Kuala Terengganu.
     
      Chinatown Kuala Terengganu is first established by the Chinese community in the late 19th century . It was once a hub for commercial activities the help shaped Kuala Terengganu into what it is today . The Chinese built the traditionally designed shop houses according to their place of origin in Mainland China . The buildings have been declarared a heritage site by the United Nation 's under its World Monument Watch Programme to ensure beautification and preservation of this pre - colonial heritage significant

      The Chinese have been living harmoniously with the majority Malays in the state . They blend with the local culture and heritage speak fluent local dialect and share the likings of traditional delicacies while training retaining their identity . Souvenir shops , restaurant , electronic and grocery shops lined the colourful buildings . It is also home to two grand temple or toapekongs , the Ho Ann Kiong and the Tien Hou Kong .

         Visits to Kampung China are a must when you are in Kuala Terengganu . Try spending time walking along the streets . Feel the atmosphere , the distant chatter that fills the air with pugent smell of spices and appreciates the colourful and eclectic architecture with each motif articulates the houseowner ' s hopes for longevity , abundance , good luck and offspring .   

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Traditional games in Terengganu

      Assalamualaikum, today I want to share about the traditional games that are often played by the 'GANURIANS'.

kite
Partly due to the specific location of facing the South China Sea which brings to this land wind that can make a kite fly as high as one wishes, flying a kite in the clear blue sky of Terengganu was once played by farmers on leveled ground after the post-harvesting season, but it now attracts people from all walks of life. Over the years, kite festivals have encouraged creativity in kite-making, thus resulting in the shape of the fish, cat, but the famous huge moon-kite(wau bulan) remains as popular as it was years ago.

Gasing(giant top spinning)
Giant top spinning is no chid's game! each gasing or top weights approximately 5kg and the wooden tops are as big as the size of dinner plate. It calls for strength, coordination, and skill. The gasing , if expertly hurled, can spin for as long as 2 hours.  Top spinning competition is an annual feature in the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia.

Kaki Hantu (stilt walk)
Youngsters in the village usually play this game in the evening. Normally 2 will be in a group, both of them apart from the other with a distance of 40 to 50 feet between. The group who finishes the walking before others will be the winner of the game.

Tapak Gajah (Elephant steps)
A pair of coconut shell piecing with rope will be used in this game. Each group will consist of 2 participants. The first participant will wear the coconut shell on foot and holding the robe in hand then walk to his group member. When reaches the destination, the shell will be given to the friend. The group that reaches the ending point the first will be the winner.

I will stop here by now, thank you for reading.

BY : NOOR AMIRA ASNIETA BINTI ASMAWI
         PTM180406450

Terengganu the city of islamic malay culture .

    Assalamualaikum my name is Noor Amira Asnieta Binti Asmawi, so here I would like to tell you guys a  little bit about culture in Terengganu. Terengganu has a rich and varied culture with many influences contributing to its current identity. The base, of course, is the Islamic Malay culture. However, it also takes influences from Chinese, Indian as well as well as its colonial past. Kuala Terengganu has an Islamic heritage center and also has one of the liveliest Chinatown known as Kampung China. Instead of the Baba and Nyonya in Penang and Malacca, Terengganu has Mek and Awang. And just like their west coast counterparts, the history of Terengganu's Peranakan dates back around 300 years when Chinese immigrants are settled and blended with local Malay  The rich culture of Terengganu is particularly evident in the graceful dance movements and hypnotizing music of state such as Ulek Mayang, dikir puteri , rodat, and tarian bali .

Ulek Mayang

Ulek Mayang is a classical Malay dance of Terengganu. It is the ritualistic dance performed to appeased or invoke the spirits of the sea and is always accompanied by a unique song also called Ulek Mayang. An orchestra comprising drums, gong, violin, and accordion. It performed at night, 10 -15 dancers form a circle while a head dancer or Adi sing poetic lyrics to invoke the blessing of a mythical being.

Dikir Puteri 

Performed by women seated in rows accompanied by the beatings of kompang and gong, Dikir Puteri makes an entertaining and enjoyable show. It starts with a slow rhythmic chant, which rapidly accelerates to reach a crescendo.

Rodat 

With the use of small drum producing an infectious beat, the Rodat musician perform love songs alongside colourfully attired male and female singing dancers.

Tarian Saba
This dance was once a dance of worship, but today it is performed solely for the purpose of art and as an entertainment show only.
This dance is a combination of singing, dancing, and music.
Traditional musical instruments such as threshold (bamboo),  tambourines and flutes are used to form an occult while the songs are also in the form of contemporary tunes and rhythms.

BY NOOR AMIRA ASNIETA BINTI ASMAWI
PTM180406450

Pasar Besar Kedai Payang (Central Market)

   

Located by the Terengganu River, the Central Market or more known as the Pasar Payang among the villagers is a must visit places especially for the first time visitors to this turtle state. Pasar Payang serves as both a wet market as well as a trade center for the local community. Feel the air of festive as you approach the entrance of the market where peddlers amuse you with their loud voices, the magical powers of the amulets, and the potency of their traditional medicines.

Inside a modern building, Pasar Payang sells a mixture of items, from clothes to foods. You can find reasonably priced textiles, such as silk, batik, and brocade, or buy ready-made products like dresses and scarves. The market also offers fresh produce and remains an ideal shopping destination for anyone interested in experiencing the local culture in an authentic, engaging way. Visitors to this market will have a delightful experience shopping in local fares at reasonable prices.

Find the unfamiliar and sometimes bizarre things on the ground floor where trading stalls are covered by fresh fish, meats, and vegetables of all colors. Step on the first floor and you will be mesmerized with the handmade batik craft transformed into a wide range of colorful handkerchief, scarf, kaftans, and batik shirts. Be sure to bargain for the best price when buying. Tastes the local delicacies such as 'keropok lekor' made by grounded fish and sago, and serunding, spicy flavorsome meat floss.

If it happens that you are in Kuala Terengganu, drop by at Pasar Payang and you will undoubtedly have a delightful experience shopping in local fare at reasonable prices in here, Pasar Payang.

the market (on the left) along Jalan Sultan Abidin, in the background on the right Bazaar Warisan (a handycraft / batik market)

(Batik store)

(keropok lekor store)

Nearby :

- LA Hot Spring - 1.32 km

- Taman Tamadun Islam - 2.63 km

- Batu Buruk Beach - 2.47 km

- Crystal Mosque - 2.56 km

- Terengganu State Museum - 4.04 km

- Sultan Mahmud Airport - 6.53 km

- Noor Arfa Craft Complex - 7.07 km

Thankyou :)

By Nurul Fathihah binti Mohamad Badrul

PTM 180406442