Cherating.
Ben van Wijnen
The first club in South East Asia of Club Med
is located in Cherating at the South China Sea. And because it's the first,
they got the best spot, although the whole region has fine sandy beach.
After Club Med came the other resorts. like: the Legend, the Impiana Hotel,
Holiday Villa and the Residence Inn. All of them are beautiful
hotels/resorts. It's a mixture between traditional and modern resorts.
Cherating is situated 47 km from Kuantan. It is unique with its rustic atmosphere and warm hospitality of the
village people. Cherating
also offers you the chance to shop for handicrafts and see cultural
performances. Village maidens nimbly weave the pandanus leaves into mats,
hats, bags, and other inexpensive lightweight souvenirs. Cultural shows
include wayang kulit (shadow play) and silat (Malaysian art of self-defense).
Photo: Douwe van Essen
Cherating is approximately 47km
north of Kuantan and 133km from Kuala Lumpur. There two ways of getting
there - by air (to Kuantan, then taxi or bus) or by car.
It takes about 4 hours to drive from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan using the
inland Karak Highway and its another hour from Kuantan to Cherating. The
drive alone is an interesting experience as you pass primary jungles, palm
and rubber plantations, historic towns and quirky pit stops.
Cherating also offers you the chance to shop for handicrafts and see
cultural performances. Village maidens nimbly weave the pandanus leaves into
mats, hats, bags, and other inexpensive lightweight souvenirs. Cultural
shows include wayang kulit (shadow play) and silat (Malaysian art of
self-defense).
Photo: Douwe van Essen
Some excursions, that can be
made:
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to Kuantan, the capitol
of the State of Pahang. Not far from the town center (only a few
kilometers) is the beach of Teluk Chempedak. There's a beautiful
promenade and some nice restaurants. There are also some excellent
"food stalls". It's very pleasant to be there in the evening
and they offer you a good meal.
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Beserah is a fishing
village about 10 km north of Kuantan. Beserah is noted for some of the
best salted fish in the region. An unusual sight is the way Beserah
fishermen utilize water buffaloes on the beach to transport baskets of
fish from the boats to the processing centers. These water buffaloes are
also used in the padi fields. Beserah has several batik factories and
cottage industries which produce handicraft from sea shells and pandanus
leaves.
Please, ask in your hotel, what's the best time to go there the
water buffaloes.
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Lake Chini is a
tranquil lake whose legend is similar the Loch Ness in Scotland. This
magical lake is also home to rich biological resources of flora and
aquatic vertebrates. The aborigines are very convinced that a dragon
once lived in this mystical lake. You travel through quaint Malaysian
villages and countryside to Lake Chini. Board small boats for a cruise
down a stream canopied by century old rain forest trees. Cruise around
the lake and take in the scenic views. Stop at an aboriginal settlement
along the banks for an insight into the lifestyles of the aborigines and
observe how the blowpipe is used as their main hunting weapon. Return
for another captivating boat cruise back to the boat station.
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Tropical Paradise with ocean views and swaying palms. Welcome to
Impiana Resort Cherating. This traditional Malay architectured resort is
situated on one of the best beaches on the east coast of
Peninsular Malaysia. Set amongst swaying palms and casuarinas
trees along a golden beach washed with clear blue seas. Come and
enjoy true Malaysian hospitality at Impiana Resort Cherating.
Rooms from
USD
40
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The Holiday Villa Eastern Pavilion Cherating is located on the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia in
the state of Pahang, just 3 hours by road from Kuala Lumpur or
40 minutes from Kuantan Airport. Rooms at the Holiday Villa
Eastern Pavilion Cherating offer either a sea or a pool view.
The Holiday Villa Eastern Pavilion Cherating has a variety of
restaurants serving a mixture of international cuisine for your
enjoyment. For your reservation at the Holiday Villa Eastern
Pavilion.
Rooms from
USD
37
per night
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The Eastern Pavilion Cherating
Resort is sprawled over 2.6 acres of prime land overlooking the
South China Sea. It features 12 distinctive boutique villas
offering 2 or 3 rooms that combine the rustic and traditional
Malay-style architecture with modern conveniences. Each villa at
the Eastern Pavilion Cherating Resort features one living room
and a veranda which extends out to a 16-foot private pool cum
Jacuzzi. Set in a beautiful landscaped and matured garden amid
swaying palms, the boutique villas are especially ideal for
honeymooners and private retreats for families
Rooms from
USD
157
per night
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