GENTING HIGHLANDS

Located at an elevation of 1,800 metres above sea level is one of the most developed hill resorts in Malaysia and is popular with many local and foreign visitors. It offers a wide range of accommodation to suit every budget and taste. The cool mountain air and lush greenery make Genting an ideal escapade away from the heat, hustle and bustle in the city. There are numerous activities that one can indulge in dining at the Genting Theatre Restaurants, featuring shows by international stars, boating and enjoying the many other fun-filled rides at the Genting Theme Park as well as the attraction of "Virtual Reality", an exciting and unique game.

CAMERON HIGHLANDS

This is Malaysia's green bowl supplying vegetables to the major cities of the country and to Singapore. The cool climate makes it an excellent tea growing area and indeed the Cameron tea is highly priced in the world market.

ENDAU ROMPIN PARK

Some of the most famous and visually spectacular tourist attractions are found in Pahang. Among them is the Endau - Rompin State Park, one of the world's oldest tropical rainforest has remained undisturbed in its original state through the years.

TELUK CHEMPEDAK BEACH

This delightful beach, only 5 kilometres from the town of Kuantan, is the site of several world class hotels. It is an excellent beach for water sports activities like sailing, surfing, skiing and sunbathing. A short trek through the Teluk Cempedak Forest Reserve is idyllic Pelindung Beach. If you are game to more jungle trekking, there's an alternative route leading to the mini-zoo.

LAKE CHINI

Located in the wilds, Lake Chini is approximately 100 kilometres from Kuantan. The lake, with its fascinating myths, has attracted tourist from far and near. Legends has it that an ancient Khmer city once existed there and this has since resulted in several scientific expeditions being mounted by both local and foreign archaeologists. It is also popularly believed that a mythical monster lurks in its depths and guards the lake.

TAMAN NEGARA

Taman Negara or National Park, boasts of jungles that date back millions of the year, making them older than those of the Congo or the Amazon. With 4,343 square kilometres of luxuriant tropical rain forest, the park is a haven for adventures. Picturesque trails, giants trees, limestone caves, excellent fishing spots, exciting river trips and ample jungle trekking trails offer a multitude of such adventure opportunities.

LAKE BERA

Covering an area of 24,000 hectares, is one of the major bodies of freshwater in Malaysia. The Semelai aborigines inhabit the area surrounding Tasik Bera and a number of them continue to live and produce their food in traditional ways. Others have modified their way of and have become permanent residents in Port Iskandar.

BALOK BEACH

Balok Beach is about 15 kilometres north of Kuantan and a paradise for avid wind-surfers. Most of the activities revolve around the many international class resort and hotels located at the beach, forming the perfect getaway for visitors to the East Coast of the Peninsular. Truly perfect and serene with soothing tropical breezes, swaying casuarinas, unending white sand in harmony with the azure blue sea, indeed, relaxation is never easier.

CHENDOR BEACH

About 10 kilometres from Cherating is the famous Chendor Beach. Here, from early July to September, you can watch green turtles or occasionally giant leatherback turtles come ashore to lay eggs. It's a ritual worth experiencing. Besides the turtles, Chendor Beach offers some fine bathing spots. Its irresistible appeal also lies in the sense of peace and seclusion you will enjoy at this resort.

FRASER HILL

104 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur can be reached through the Karak Highway. Turn left at the Bentong junction and proceed to Teranum. At Teranum, take the left turn towards Gap before the short ascent up to Fraser's Hill. Alternatively, one can also take the old trunk route heading towards Penang and turn off at Kuala Kubu Bharu for the drive to the Gap.

STATE MUSEUM

A tour of the town will not complete without a visit to the State Museum which houses a rich collection of historical items. The Museum, located at Jalan Sultan Ahmad, Pekan has valuable antique pieces such as a large quantity of glass ware and ceramics from ancient China. The old history of Pahang, especially that of it's ancient Sultanate is well-documented in this museum

TIOMAN ISLAND

Tioman Island is the largest of a group of 64 volcanic islands, the smallest of which is a mere rock jutting up from the sea. Measuring 38 kilometres long and 19 kilometres wide, Tioman Island is a magnificent island in the sun, with good reefs for scuba diving and crystal-clear waters for swimming.

LANJUT BEACH

Meanwhile, is one of the most beautiful unspoilt beaches on the southern coast of Pahang. The new Lanjut Golden Beach Resort is ideally located where hotels and chalets are easily available, in fast-developing Rompin district. Fishing for freshwater prawns is a popular outdoor activity in the many rivers found in the district. Kuala Rompin is also a gateway to Tioman Island, as well to the newly opened Endau-Rompin State Park.

JERAM BESU

Apart from Fraser's Hills, other recreational areas in Pahang include the Lata Jarum Waterfalls and the Jeram Besu rapid. The formers is just 30 kilometres from Raub while the latter is only about 3 hours drive from Kuala Lumpur. Jeram Besu is fast gaining popularity as one the most challenging white water-rafting areas in the country. Raub is one of the oldest towns in the State of Pahang. It began as a gold mining town in the early 19th century. Remains of its colonial past are evident in the old buildings scattered around the town.

BESERAH BEACH

Beserah Beach, Kuantan is a fishing village and is well-known for salted fish. But what many people do not know is a very unique practice of the Beserah fishermen : they employ water buffaloes (which are not normally seen on the beach for they are always used to plough padi field or to pull heavy carts), to transport fish from the boats to the processing area. Beserah is situated 10 kilometres from Kuantan. A batik factory and many cottage handicraft workshops producing items made mostly of sea shells and local plant materials (dried nuts, leaves) can be found in Beserah.