Bukit Puteri
A small hill at the river mouth in the city center, with the remains of a 19th-century fortress, old cannons, and a bell. The summit offers panoramic views of the river mouth and the city.
Bukit Puteri is about 60 meters high. It was once the sultan's defensive stronghold, and the summit still has the remains of an old bronze bell, gun emplacements, a flagpole, and a powder magazine. Climbing the steps takes about 10 minutes, and from the top you can see the Terengganu River mouth, Duyong Island, and the drawbridge. Pasar Payang and Istana Maziah are at the foot of the hill, so you can link them into a half-day walking route. The midday sun is strong, so it is best to climb in the morning or evening.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Abidin Mosque
- Pasar Payang
- Istana Maziah
- Kampung Cina (Chinatown)
- Kuala Terengganu Drawbridge
- Duyong Island
- Crystal Mosque
- Islamic Civilization Park