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of Kelantan is the northernmost state on
the East Peninsular Malaysia. It has an
area of 14,931 square kilometres. Rustic
settings of picturesque vampings (villages)
amidst padi-fields give insights into a
way of life that has endured the passing
of time. Kelantan's history dates to between
8000-3000 B.C. Chinese historical documents
chronicle the existence of a government
which had links with China, when Kelantan
was referred to as 'Ho-lo-tan'.
Taman
Negara (National Park) straddles the borders
of Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang in Peninsular
Malaysia. A totally protected area of 4,343
sq km, Taman Negara is one of the world's
oldest tropical rain forests. The diversity
of its fauna and flora is a result of undisturbed
evolution over 130 million years.
Taman Negara is a particularly favorable
destination for trekking, as the park's
remarkable biodiversity is matched by a
good network of jungle trails and the availability
of expert guides. The park is also noted
for fishing, especially along the upper
reaches of the Tahan or Kenyam rivers, and
for rafting the rapids of Sungai Tembeling.
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