{"id":903,"date":"2025-10-24T12:01:16","date_gmt":"2025-10-24T04:01:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.malaysiatravelpedia.com\/theia\/?p=903"},"modified":"2025-10-24T12:01:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T04:01:16","slug":"pasar-payang","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.malaysiatravelpedia.com\/theia\/?p=903","title":{"rendered":"Pasar Payang"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Pasar Payang<\/strong>, also known as the Central Market, is an iconic and bustling marketplace located in the heart of Kuala Terengganu, right by the Terengganu River.<sup><\/sup> Housed in a modern, two-storey building, it serves as a vital hub for both local life and tourism, offering a true immersion into Terengganu&#8217;s culture.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The market is famous for its diverse offerings.<sup><\/sup> The ground floor typically features a <strong>wet market<\/strong> with fresh produce, seafood, and local snacks and <em>kuih-muih<\/em> (traditional cakes) like <em>Keropok Lekor<\/em>.<sup><\/sup> The upper floor is a treasure trove for souvenirs, showcasing an array of <strong>traditional handicrafts<\/strong>.<sup><\/sup> Shoppers flock here for the state&#8217;s famous <strong>batik<\/strong> fabrics, luxurious <em>songket<\/em>, brassware, and copper products.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pasar Payang is a favorite stop for visitors looking for affordable, authentic goods.<sup><\/sup> It is recommended to shop early in the morning to avoid the peak crowds and heat.<sup><\/sup> Visitors are often encouraged to try bargaining, as it is part of the local shopping etiquette, ensuring a dynamic and enjoyable cultural experience alongside your purchases.<sup><\/sup> It remains a must-visit destination when exploring the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-webfactory-map\"><div class=\"wp-block-webfactory-map\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Map\" width=\"100%\" height=\"300px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed\/v1\/place?q=Pasar%20Payang&amp;maptype=roadmap&amp;zoom=14&amp;key=AIzaSyCB9S5YMeU5UxYofTA4_m6luYifwap_OsY\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pasar Payang, also known as the Central Market, is an iconic and bustling marketplace located in the heart of Kuala Terengganu, right by the Terengganu River. 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