Pahang Facts for Kids

Map showing Pahang in bright green

Districts of Pahang

Flag of Pahang

Coat of arms of Pahang

Pahang is a big state in Malaysia. It is located on the eastern part of Peninsular Malaysia. The capital city of Pahang is Kuantan.

Pahang has 11 main areas called districts. These are Bera, Bentong, Cameron Highlands, Jerantut, Kuantan, Kuala Lipis, Maran, Pekan, Raub, Rompin and Temerloh.

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Geography and Nature
Culture and People
Economy and Development
- Ports and Transport
- Manufacturing
Landmarks and Attractions
History
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Geography and Nature

Pahang is known for its beautiful natural places. It has high mountains, wide rivers, and lovely beaches.

Mountains and Highlands

Mount Tahan, the highest mountain in Peninsular Malaysia

Tea plantations in Cameron Highlands

Genting Highlands

Pahang is home to Mount Tahan, which is the tallest mountain in Peninsular Malaysia. It is a popular spot for hikers. The state also has cool highland areas like Cameron Highlands and Genting Highlands. These places are famous for their tea plantations and fun resorts.

Rivers and Coasts

Pahang River

Cherating beach

The Pahang River is the longest river on Peninsular Malaysia. It flows through the state. Pahang also has a long coastline along the South China Sea. You can find beautiful beaches like Cherating here.

Islands and Marine Life

View of the South China Sea from Tioman Island

Clownfishes at Paya Beach, Tioman Island

Tioman Island is a well-known island off the coast of Pahang. It is a great place for diving and snorkeling. You can see many colorful fish, like clownfish, and other marine animals there.

National Parks and Waterfalls

View of Taman Negara

Sungai Pandan Waterfall

A big part of Taman Negara national park is in Pahang. This park is one of the oldest rainforests in the world. It is home to many different plants and animals. There are also lovely waterfalls like Sungai Pandan Waterfall.

Culture and People

Siti Nurhaliza, a famous singer from Pahang, in traditional Malay dress

A traditional Serambi house of Pahang

The main group of people in Pahang are the Malays. They have a rich culture with traditional clothing, music, and dances. Famous people like singer Siti Nurhaliza come from Pahang. You can also see traditional Serambi houses, which show the unique architecture of the state.

Economy and Development

Pahang's economy relies on different industries. These include tourism, manufacturing, and agriculture.

Ports and Transport

Kuantan Port, a major gateway for trade

Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport

Kuantan Sentral Terminal

Kuantan Port is a very important port for trade on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Pahang also has an airport, Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, and a main bus station, Kuantan Sentral Terminal, which help people travel in and out of the state.

Manufacturing

ACV-300 Adnan, a vehicle made by Deftech in Pekan

Companies like Deftech, a part of DRB-HICOM, have factories in Pahang. They make vehicles like the ACV-300 Adnan. This shows that manufacturing is an important part of Pahang's economy.

Landmarks and Attractions

Pahang has many interesting places to visit, from religious sites to sports stadiums.

Religious Sites

Sultan Ahmad Shah State Mosque

Chin Swee Caves Temple

All Souls' Church, Cameron Highlands

The Sultan Ahmad Shah State Mosque in Kuantan is a beautiful mosque. There is also the Chin Swee Caves Temple in Genting Highlands and All Souls' Church in Cameron Highlands. These places show the different religions practiced in Pahang.

Sports and Recreation

The Royal Pahang Polo Club Monument

Darul Makmur Stadium

Tun Abdul Razak Stadium

Pahang has sports facilities like the Royal Pahang Polo Club. There are also large stadiums such as Darul Makmur Stadium and Tun Abdul Razak Stadium, where sports events are held.

Other Attractions

Colmar Tropicale in Bukit Tinggi

Colmar Tropicale in Bukit Tinggi is a unique resort designed to look like a French village. It is a popular tourist spot.

History

Sultan Ahmad and his attendants around 1897. He helped modernize Pahang.

A 17th-century map showing the Pahang River and Tioman Island

Pahang has a long history. Old maps, like the 17th-century Mao Kun map, show that places like the Pahang River and Tioman Island were known long ago. In the late 1800s, Sultan Ahmad became the ruler. He helped to make Pahang a modern state.

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The 17th century Mao Kun map based on the early 15th century navigation maps of Zheng He showing Pahang River estuary (彭杭港), Pulau Siribuat (石礁) and Tioman Island (苧麻山).
Sultan Ahmad and his attendants circa 1897. The ruler seized the Pahang throne in 1863 after six years of civil war against his brother Tun Mutahir and his British-Johor allies. His reign marked the restoration of Pahang as a Sultanate and modernisation of the state.
Cameron Highlands.
Cherating beach.
Clownfishes at Paya Beach, Tioman Island.
ACV-300 Adnan, produced by Deftech, a subsidiary of DRB-HICOM. The company is the anchor tenant of the Peramu Jaya Industrial Park, Pekan.
Kuantan Port, the major maritime gateway to the east coast region of Peninsular Malaysia.
Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport.
Kuantan Sentral Terminal.
The Tengku Ampuan Afzan Hospital in Kuantan.
Siti Nurhaliza, a popular singer from Pahang, performing in traditional Malay dress. Malay is a dominant ethnicity in Pahang.
The traditional Serambi house of Pahang.
The Royal Pahang Polo Club Monument.
Darul Makmur Stadium.
Tun Abdul Razak Stadium.
Mount Tahan, the highest mountain of Peninsular Malaysia.
Pahang River.
View of Taman Negara.
South China Sea view from Tioman Island.
Sultan Ahmad Shah State Mosque
Chin Swee Caves Temple
All Souls' Church
Cameron Highlands
Salang Bay, Tioman Island
Colmar Tropicale, Bukit Tinggi
Sungai Pandan Waterfall
Genting Highlands