Asia’s first underwater gallery is coming up in Malaysia’s Pulau Bidong

A trip to Malaysia is the stuff of every traveller’s dream, no matter which part of the world he is from. After all, the destination is blessed with islands that are known for being home to some of the most amazing biodiversities in the world. The natural beauty of these islands are so inspiring that they compel all kinds of travellers to take trips to the place, be it nature lovers or honeymooners or even groups of friends.

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Just like any other popular destinations around the world, Malaysia is also home to a few islands that are unheard of. And they are no less than treasure troves for travellers around the world who are inquisitive enough to explore new and exciting places at all times. One such place in Malaysia is Terengganu, which is alone home to a set of islands so beautiful that only the true blue travellers like to treat it like their secret go-to paradise. It is often the untouched white sand beaches and the crystal clear waters that attract travellers to this place.

Sure, Terengganu was only known to a few because it wasn’t even promoted by the tourism board of Malaysia. But, what if we told you that there is something really exciting coming up in this place? Makes you want to book your trip right away, isn’t it? However, hold on till you know what will be in store for you in this place.

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Pulau Bidong, one of the least known islands in Terengganu, is being transformed by the state government into Asia’s first underwater gallery, a place which will have in display 13 sculptures that are replicas of cultural artefacts and relics found in Terengganu, including a turtle, a tengkolok, a pearl and the Terengganu Inscription Stone.

Wondering what all of these things mean? Well, Pulau Bidong has years of history backing its existence. This place was once home to 40,000 Vietnamese, who escaped their country between 1978 and 1990 in order to stay safe from the communists back then. After being a temporary refugee camp for years, Pulau Bidong was handed back to the Terengganu state government in 1991.

A destination otherwise frequented only by a handful of young travellers, who visit it for scuba diving, Pulau Bidong is gearing up to be the next upcoming destination of Malaysia.
Now, if we have managed to hook you in as well, our guess is that you are up for an island-hopping holiday to Malaysia soon.