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Kemaman, Administrative district in Terengganu, Malaysia.

Kemaman extends across 2,535 square kilometers along the east coast of Malaysia, featuring coastal areas that border the South China Sea.

The area was marked on maps as Kole during the second century BC by Ptolemy, while the current settlement patterns began 300 years ago.

Local markets throughout Kemaman district offer traditional Malaysian dishes, including nasi dagang, keropok lekor, and fresh seafood from fishing communities.

The district contains essential facilities such as schools, healthcare centers, and the Mesra Mall, with Chukai serving as its administrative center.

The name Kemaman originates from two words: 'kera' meaning monkey and 'maman,' a plant that attracted primates to feed in the evenings.

Location: Terengganu

Inception: October 23, 2006

GPS coordinates: 4.23323,103.37033

Latest update: April 8, 2025 22:04

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