About Pekan Sehari Temerloh
Pekan Sehari Temerloh is a large weekly open-air market located on Jalan Lurah Semantan in Temerloh, Pahang, Malaysia. Held every Sunday, it is regarded as one of the longest markets in Malaysia, stretching over one kilometre along the town centre. The market is notable for its wide range of fresh local produce, river fish including ikan patin, traditional foods, clothing and household goods, reflecting the agricultural heritage of the Temerloh district.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a long open-air street market with hundreds of stalls set up along Jalan Lurah Semantan in central Temerloh. The market offers fresh vegetables, fruits, river fish such as ikan patin, dried fish, tempoyak, traditional Malay kuih, clothing, and household items. The setting is a busy town street closed to traffic on market day, with vendors under canopies and shoppers walking along the road. It is a lively local shopping environment focused on produce and food tasting.
Key highlights
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One of the longest weekly markets in Malaysia, extending over 1 km along Jalan Lurah Semantan
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Famous for fresh Pahang River fish, especially ikan patin and ikan baung
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Wide selection of local fruits, vegetables, tempoyak and traditional Malay snacks
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Authentic local shopping experience reflecting Temerloh's agricultural community
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Central location near the Pahang River and Temerloh town centre
History of Pekan Sehari Temerloh
Pekan Sehari Temerloh has operated for several decades as a weekly trading tradition for farmers, fishermen and traders from villages along the Pahang River. It developed as the main one-day market for the Temerloh district, supporting the local agricultural and river-fishing economy.
Culture & Context
The market reflects the Malay rural culture and culinary traditions of Pahang, particularly its association with ikan patin, tempoyak and other local produce. It serves as an important community gathering and trading place for residents of Temerloh and surrounding areas.
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