The beautifully lined rows of pine trees at Pantai Nami Bachok are enough to spark anyone’s excitement the moment they arrive at Pantai Senok, often dubbed the “Nami Island of Malaysia”, which is almost on a par with Nami Island in Korea.
Popular among both local and foreign tourists, the beauty of the pine trees alone is enough to draw in visitors who want to take selfies, picnic with family, relax with friends, and celebrate birthdays.
Newlyweds even use it as a backdrop for their wedding photography sessions.
Don’t forget to stop by Pantai Cahaya Bulan. It is one of the well-loved beaches in Kota Bharu too!
The Assistant Chief Secretary (Tourism and Culture) of the Kelantan Tourism Information Centre, Nik Mahmud Nik Jaffar, said that around 4,344 pine trees, or casuarina equisetifolia, and eucalyptus have been planted along the beach since 2009.
With 400 new saplings added last December, the beach holds a great deal of potential.
Many locals refer to the beach as the Malaysian version of Korea’s “Nami Island”. The village that was once a fishing village has now become a tourist attraction thanks to this new nickname.
The transformation of the natural beauty there has provided a new source of income, because with the arrival of tourists, locals run businesses including food and products from small and medium enterprises.
This place is perfect for anyone who wants to escape the busy life of the city. Just listening to the sound of the waves from afar is sure to help relax the mind.
Add to that the surrounding sounds such as birds, leaves rustling against one another, and any other natural sounds, and it helps build an atmosphere well suited to meditation.
These pine trees not only grow close together; their leaves also form a shelter from the scorching heat of the sun. Enjoy the cool air too as you take shelter beneath these trees!
He said the number of visitors to the state rose by 92% and 8% respectively for domestic and international tourists, with 4.3 million visitors recorded last year, including 300,000 from abroad.
The pine trees were originally planted by the Kelantan Forestry Department under the Coastal Area Conservation Programme to prevent beach erosion and flooding.
As these pine and eucalyptus trees grow taller and mature, they give a stunning landscape to this Pantai Nami Bachok. Other highlights such as food and drinks including “Maggi Telur Sotong” (instant noodles with egg and squid), “Maggi Ketam” (instant noodles with crab), and “Mee Celup” (similar to Thai soup noodles) add to the appeal of this place.
There are eateries along this beach. Once you have finished eating, please dispose of your rubbish in the bins provided so that this beach stays clean and comfortable for everyone.
It is recommended to visit this beach at around 5pm. Not only is the environment more comfortable, but you can also see the sunset. You can update your Instagram photos.
Pantai Senok is almost as beautiful as Nami Island, the only difference being that maple trees are also planted there, where the leaves change colour with the seasons.
At Nami Island, the facilities provided are complete and well organised; there are walking paths, signboards with plenty of information, halal restaurants, a surau (prayer room), a library, and a cafeteria.
This beach is perfect for those looking for a place to relax and spend time with their beloved family.
I feel that Pantai Senok still has facilities and infrastructure that need to be provided, among them toilets, a surau (prayer room), and clean water near the areas where visitors gather.
This place has become popular among locals, mainly for taking photos with friends and family. Some also bring their wau (kites) and enjoy other games such as volleyball, building sandcastles, and so on.
I cannot get enough of these beautiful and unique pine trees. They not only provide fresh air, but when you look up, the leaves seem to meet. From certain angles, the view of these tree leaves is truly captivating to take in.
Visitors are also eager to see the smallest lighthouse, located at the edge of Pantai Senok on the rocky breakwater. There are also remnants of a Japanese landing site bordering Kuala Pak Amat, Sabak, which used to be a fishing spot.
So, expert anglers or even beginners can stop by at this Pantai Nami Bachok. Sea fish is tastier than freshwater fish, right?
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