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Tioman Island,
the largest in a group of 64 volcanic islands which includes Seri
Buat Island, Sembilang Island,
Tulai Island, Chebeh
Island, Labas Island and Renggis
Island, is situated about 80km northwest
of Peninsular Malaysia's east coast. Said to be the final
resting place of a fabled dragon princess who had turned herself
into an island in the South China Sea,
Tioman Island is truly one of the most
beautiful islands in the region.
Blessed with miles of soft white
sand, swaying palms, wild flowers growing in vivid profusion and
cool waterfalls cascading down green slopes, Tioman
Island is an adventurer's paradise for quiet retreats, trekking,
sunbathing and sea sports. Noted for crystal clear water as far
down as 33 metres, Tioman Island is
a veritable green of colorful marine life, offering underwater sportsmen
some of the best dive sites in the world.
There are several villages scattered
around the island's coastline, the larger ones being Salang,
Tekek,Genting,
Paya and Juara.
Each village offers a different atmosphere and will be a unique
experience to enjoy.
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