Information is scarce about Tasik Puteri in Dungun. It was an iron ore mining pond and so, it is very near the Bukit Besi Iron Ore Mine (previous post). This man-made pond can also be considered as an artefact from the old mining glory. Spanning 131 hectares, I assume that this mining pond is very deep ... continue reading »

As a child of Kinta Valley, I have always been fascinated with mining operations. I love visiting tin mines here in Perak and was delighted when I had the opportunity to visit the former iron ore mine at Bukit Besi in Dungun, Terengganu. I do not know how accurate this information is but it is believed ... continue reading »

On our way home to Kuala Lumpur, we visited TUMEC (Turtle and Marine Ecosystem Centre) in Rantau Abang, Terengganu. I have to admit that during my visit, it did not dawn on me its significant role, but now that I am home and have done a little research on the internet, I came to realise ... continue reading »