Terengganu is endowed with a wealth of charming and refreshing natural landscapes. She has beaches, exotic islands, lush virgin tropical jungle, quaint fishing villages, dazzling waterfalls and many many more. Her miles and miles of white, sandy beaches and crystal clear water stretches throughout its 225 km coastline. Her islands are among the most picturesque and fascinating in the country. From its myriad of colorful pastimes, which include batik printing and songket weaving to the rapturous celebration of its many generations of cultural and traditional heritage, Terenganu is indeed a very blessed state. Terengganu's population, which stands at approximately 1 million people, consists of 90% Malays. Terengganu's history goes back to as far as the 1st century and has long been an important area of Malay settlement. Throughout the time up to the present day, 16 Sultans have ruled Terengganu.