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THE EAST COAST

Over the past 200 years, while the cities on the western coast of peninsula Malaysia preoccupied themselves with waves of foreign domination, those on the eastern coast developed relative seclusion. Today, this part n the country remains true to its Malay heritage, from the small fishing kampungs in the south to the Islamic stronghold of the north. The sout parts of the coastline see quite a ,% visitors each year, mostly Singaporeans who come to unwind on the it,, palm-fringed beaches of Kuantan and Cherating, and islands such Tioman, Redang, and Perhentian, pped by the South China Sea. How, few travelers explore the north11 cities, Kuala Terengganu and Kota Bharu, where you'll find some of the most developed cottage industries producing Malaysia handicrafts, plus an orthodox Muslim history and way of life. For visitors who prefer a less plodded path, these areas prove quite a joy.

One note before you plan your trip: If you're looking for beach fun, the monsoon from November through February makes the waters too choppy, so avoid the island resorts and take care by the seaside. Meanwhile in the north, with the exception of a few beach resorts and islands, Muslim modesty will probably make you uncomfortable wearing a Westernstyle bathing suit at a public beach (the locals swim fully clothed).

Tioman Island (pronounced Tee-oh-mahn) is arguably the most popular destination on Malaysia's east coast. The island is only 39km (23V2 miles) long and 'km (7%4 miles) wide, with sandy beaches, clear water with sea life and coral Es, and jungle mountain-trekking trails with streams and waterfalls. So idyllic i he setting that Tioman was the location for the 1950s Hollywood film South Pacific.
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