Kuantan, Administrative capital of Pahang state in Kuantan District, Malaysia
Located near the mouth of the Kuantan River, the city extends along the eastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia at 22 meters above sea level.
The settlement started in 1851 as Kampung Teruntum when Haji Senik established a community that grew into a significant trading center.
The population includes Malay, Chinese, and Indian communities who maintain their traditions through regular celebrations and regional food specialties.
The Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport connects Kuantan to major Malaysian cities while the East Coast Expressway provides direct road access.
The Gebeng industrial area contains petroleum facilities that support regional economic development alongside traditional fishing activities.
Location: Kuantan District
Inception: 1851
Elevation above the sea: 22 m
Website: http://mpk.gov.my
GPS coordinates: 3.81667,103.33333
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:29
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