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Friday, July 9, 2010

Rhu, a popular place name in Terengganu

When you are in Terengganu, you will come across the word Rhu. It is also spelled as Ru. It is a kind of tree that grows along the beach of Terengganu. Others call this tree as casuarina. These trees can survive the sea salt moisture.

The Rhu or casuarina trees along the Terengganu coast.

The Terengganu place names that derive this word are Rhu Tapai and Rhu Sepuloh (in Setiu); Rhu Renggeh, Rhu Rendang, Rhusila and  Rhu Muda (in Marang). Both Marang and Setiu districts have popular names using the word Ru or Rhu. These are scenic places that Terengganu boasts. You have to visit these places in order to see for yourself the beauty of these places and their beaches.  Happy travelling.

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