ADDRESS
Terrapuri | Kg.Mangkuk, 22120 Setiu, Terengganu, Malaysia
Tel : (609) 6245020  Fax : (609) 6228093
E-mail : info@terrapuri.com  webpage : www.terrapuri.com

INFORMATION
Rating : Boutique and Heritage Houses | The architecture of the lost kingdom
Check-in time - 14:00pm
Check-out time - 12:00nn

ABOUT TERRAPURI

Terrapuri (The Land Of Palaces) is a conservation and restoration project of Terengganu Malay Classic house. Its feature 29 antique hundred years old Classic Houses. The layout of the resort is inspired by the 17th century Terengganu Palace and its surrounding. Terrapuri consists of 20 exclusive restored villas, a Spa, a Malay fine dining restaurant, a private dinning villa, a gallery and a beach house.

Terrapuri sits on the land flanked by the South China Sea on one side and mangrove river on the other (Setiu Wetland). By day coconut trees sway amidst sea breezes with stunning view of Pulau Perhentian, Lang Tengah, Pulau Cepu, Redang and Bidong islands, shimmer invitingly just offshore in emerald iridescence. By night, fireflies flash about while, in different seasons, ocean-going green turtles and painted terrapins lay their eggs on their respective sandy shores.

Between the South China Sea and the hill forests lies a speckled array of habitats lagoons, marshes, deltas, peat swamps, Melaleuca forests - that offer refuge to many plants and animals. The wetlands serve as feeding and roosting ground for seasonal birds and are stopover sites for migratory birds. Marine turtles find their way to the beaches between May to September. Adding to Setiu's ecological value are the presence of endangered Painted and River terrapins that travel down river to nest in the sandy shores of the river mouth and beach fringes. Setiu is a priority for the Malaysian Tropical Forest Conservation Project (MTFCP) run by the Coral Cay Conservation, a not-for-profit group headquartered in the UK and WWF Malaysia run conservation of marine turtles and painted terrapins.

Terengganu Classic House

The early ancestors of the Malays came from the ancient civilization of Champa in Indochina and Cambodia and settled along the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. From 2nd to the 16th century, Terengganu was part of the Malay kingdom of Langkasuka. Many of traditional Malay art forms know today originated there, including wayang kulit, Mak Yong, Menora, sobek (filigree-like wood carving) and kerawang (piercing- like wood carving).

Terengganu classic house (Rumah Bujang & Rumah Bujang berserambi) features similar to Cambodian and Thai houses. With its raised platform on stilts, triangular shape, steep gabled roof, gently curved gable ends (Peles), rhomboid shaped terracotta roof tiles and walls made of timber panels which slotted into grooves frames.

Built entirely of Cengal wood (Neobalanocarpus Heimii), the walls, doors, windows and gables consist of separate wood panels which are fitted together using wooden joints held in place by pasak (wooden pegs) from penaga wood. Amazingly, No nails are used, thus the entire structure can be taken apart and reassembled. In Malay Terengganu dialect masang, meaning ‘assemble’. The house can be easily assembled or dismantled and move from one location to another. Imagine, Terengganu already making prefabricated homes over hundreds year ago !

Terrapuri Heritage Village is a conservation and restoration project on Terengganu classic houses with objectives as follow :

Rescued and restored centuries old Terengganu classic houses otherwise would have been demolished or would have fallen into ruin.

Preservation, understand the cultures, motifs, symbolic, tales and values behind it.

Gain more appreciation of Malay architectural and to educate young generation of carpenters (Tukang Kayu) on eroding heritage of a Terengganu Malay classic house.

Heritage Villas

Terengganu Classic houses (Between 100-200 years old) in refurbished splendeour and reassigned luxurious as residential villas with air conditioning and ceiling fans. The heritage villas feature unique traditional décor come with fridge, coffee and tea making facilities, complimentary mineral water, sarongs, bathrobes, hairdryer and pandanus slippers. 

Sesayap Courtyard

Sesayap courtyard is a Malay palace style courtyard garden. Sesayap Courtyard is open to the breathtakingly beautiful atmosphere overlook Setiu wetlands and South China Sea. Meals will be serve at Sesayap Courtyard for inhouse guests.

Serengas Shop

The Serengas Shop Carries a handpicked selection finest antiques, artifacts, books and crafts available in Terengganu and others part of Malaysia. 

Reading Room

Rumah Pulau Rusa is century old timber palace convert into reading room. The reading room is a venue for those who want to catch up on their reading. Decorated with antique furniture, lose yourself in our collection of books and enjoy spectacular view of Setiu Wetland. Computers with internet access are available for in house guest usage. The reading room also serves a wide array of local coffee and tea together with savories. 

Berang Meeting Room

Overlooking coconut groves, this antique Malay palace offers exclusive private meeting, conference or private dining for a small group up to 14 persons.

Other :
* Swimming pool
* Traditional Spa
* Studio House
* Beach House
* Tour desk
* Teluk Pasu Gallery

Getting There

Terrapuri Heritage Village is situated on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia at Kampung Mangkuk, Setiu, Terengganu. Terrapuri is accessible by road. It is approximately 45 minutes scenic drive from Kuala Terengganu Airport. The resort provides transfers services from Kuala Terengganu airport or Kota Bharu Airport.

By Air :

From Kuala Lumpur : Malaysia and Air Asir offer daily flights from KLIA (Kuala Lumpur International Airport) to Kuala Terengganu Airport. Journey by air takes approximately 45 minutes. Firefly operates flight from Subang Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Kuala Terengganu (flight journey 1 hour)

From Singapore : Firefly operates flight from  Singapore (Budget Terminal) to Kuala Terengganu (flight journey 1 hour 20 minutes).

Transfer
Kuala Terengganu airport or KTG - Terrapuri at RM180.00 per van or car. (45min/ 60 min)
Merang Jetty - Terrapuri at RM90.00 per van or car. (25min)
Kuala Besut Jetty - Terrapuri at RM230.00 per van or car. (45min)
Kota Bharu Airport - Terrapuri at RM320.00 per van or car. (90min)

Self-Drive

Driving by car can be pretty much an interesting trip. Aside from the greeneries that can be seen through out your journey, the fresh air and unpolluted countryside can offer a soughtful experience. Once you get to Terengganu road, the beautiful beaches and blue waters welcome you. Driving travellers are advised to get a map from Tourism Malaysia or any bookstore or GPS Navigation.

Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu (approx. 6 hours drive) :
Highway 2 KL (Gombak Toll) on Karak Highway and continue with East Coast Expressway to Jabor exit. Highway 3 Jabor exit to Kuala Terengganu (Coastal road to Kemaman, Dungun and Kuala Terengganu, Merang, Penarik, Kg Mangkuk)

Singapore/Johor Bahru to KT (approx. 8 hours drive) :
Highway E2 Head north on the North-South highway and exit at Yong Peng
Highway 1 To Labis and Segamat, turn right
Highway 12 To Kuantan
Highway 3 Kuantan to Kuala Terengganu (Coastal road to Kemaman, Dungun and Kuala Terengganu, Merang, Penarik, Kg Mangkuk)
The coastal route: Highway 3 Head to Kota Tinggi, Mersing, Kuala Rompin, Pekan, Kuantan and Kuala Terengganu, Merang, Penarik, Kg Mangkuk)

Penang to KT (approx. 8 hours drive) :
Highway 4 Penang on the East West Highway via Grik to Jertih (km)-turn right
Highway 3 Jertih turn to beach road to Penarik, Kg Mangkuk)

By Bus or Coach
Express coaches depart daily from Kuala Lumpur (6-7 hours), Singapore (9.5 hours), Johor Bharu (9 hours) and  Penang (9 hours). The journey includes 2 rest stops or more along the journey for foods, refreshments and toilet stops. The most comfortable coaches (VIP) have 24-32 seats in a 2-1 seating arrangement. The seats are spacious with plenty of leg room.

Kuala Lumpur (Putra PWTC Station) :
Journey around 6-7 hours, ticket can be purchase at Putra bus terminal. Company operates to Kuala Terengganu: TransNasional Tel: +603-4256 8218

Singapore (Lavender Street / Kallang Bahru Juntion)
Transnasional runs 3 daily services between Singapore and Kuala Terengganu. Transnasional Express ticket office and departure point located at junction of Lavender Street and Kallang Bahru roads. Tel : +65-62947034 / 5).

Johor Bharu (Larkin Station)
Alternatively get a seat from Johor Bharu (Larkin Station) to Kuala Terengganu. Coaches that operate from Larkin station e.g. Transnasional, Konsotium Express, KKKL Express, Cepat Express, Adik Beradik etc.

Penang (Komtar Station)
SP Bumi Express depart daily from Komtar Station or Butterworth Station to Kuala Terengganu.