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Tanah Merah (meaning Red Land
or Laterite) is a territory (jajahan) and town in the state of
Kelantan in northeast Malaysia.
The capital and main town is Bandar Tanah Merah where is situated nearby
Sungai Kelantan. It is bordered by Pasir Mas
in the north, Machang to the East,
Kuala Krai to the South East,
Jeli to the South West and
Thailand in
the West.
Population here majority being
Malays, with small numbers of Chinese, Indian and immigrants from
neighbouring
Thailand.
Tanah Merah used to be a small town, but has seen major changes in last
decade when the younger generation started to migrate to the cities in the
Malaysian west coast for higher paying jobs. Money sent back to their
families has catalysed growth, expansion and development of the town.
Tourist attractions include the availability of a variety of foods, and
cultural attractions. For those who want cheap and local products, they
can go to Bukit Bunga. There be a variety choices of clothes, house
equipment and food, and customers can negotiate prices when shopping. Last
but not least, completed your visit by walking through Pasar Besar Tanah
Merah for unforgettable moment.
Sources: Wikipedia
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