Terengganu is one of the must-see states on any visit to Malaysia.

For a start it has some of the most beautiful paradise islands including the ever popular Perhentian Islands, coral-fringed Redang Island and the laid back Kapas Island.

Back on the mainland, Terengganu boasts the best beaches in Peninsular Malaysia. The state capital Kuala Terengganu is a pleasant city and ideal for a short walking tour around the main heritage sites.

Inland is massive Kenyir Lake and there are plenty of mountains, forests and waterfalls waiting to be explored.

One of the great draws about a visit to Kuala Terengganu is that is offers such diversity. As well as strips of sandy beach, you will also find a mix of Chinese and Malay culture here thanks to the sizeable local Chinese community.

As part of a trip here you can walk around the town and visit pretty heritage buildings and museums, or you spend time mussel picking and squid fishing.