(^46) Kerteh – Kuala Terengganu - 117 km
Once again, a pleasant and easy ride led past plenty of fishing
villages and across wide rivers, reminding me that this was indeed
the tropics. The Seaview Hotel lacked a sea view but had a ground-
floor room to store the bike. Nearby Chinatown made for a relaxing
stroll and provided a much-needed meal.
By morning, I handed in my laundry and returned to Chinatown,
which offered interesting 3D street art. The paintings were so lifelike
that it was hard to tell where the real thing ended and the picture
started. The area was fascinating, full of colour and delicious food.
Markets were crammed with unfamiliar merchandise and strange
smells, making it a fascinating visit.
Kuala Terengganu – Kuala Besut - 109 km
It took the best part of the day to cycle the 109 kilometres to Kuala
Besut, as cycling was into a mild headwind. The route was pan flat
and hugged the coast. The East Coast was dotted with small islands,
the most famous being the Perhentian Islands, which I was heading
to.
Once in Kuala Besut, food stalls miraculously appeared, and I had
plenty to choose from—it was a good thing, too, as I hadn’t eaten all
day and was starving.
leana
(Leana)
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