About Terengganu State Museum
The Terengganu State Museum is the largest museum complex in Malaysia, located at Bukit Losong in Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu. Built in traditional Terengganu architectural style, it comprises four main blocks housing galleries on history, culture, Islamic heritage, natural history and maritime heritage. Notable for its extensive collection including the Batu Bersurat (Inscribed Stone), textiles, weaponry and royal artifacts, it serves as the principal centre for preserving and showcasing Terengganu's heritage.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large museum complex built in traditional Terengganu timber architecture with four interconnected blocks. Inside are galleries covering archaeology, history, Islamic heritage, royal regalia, textiles, traditional weapons, ceramics, natural history and maritime history. Outdoor areas feature traditional Terengganu houses, a maritime museum and landscaped grounds. Exhibits include the Batu Bersurat replica, royal artifacts and cultural displays that can be explored via self-guided or guided tours.
Key highlights
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Largest museum complex in Malaysia and Southeast Asia
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Batu Bersurat (Terengganu Inscribed Stone) - earliest evidence of Jawi script and Islam in Malaysia
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Four main blocks built in traditional Terengganu architectural style
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Extensive galleries on Islamic heritage, royal regalia, textiles and weaponry