Redang Island

Redang
Native name:
Pulau Redang
ڤولاو رداڠ
A Sentinel-2 satellite image of the island.
Redang is located in Peninsular Malaysia
Redang
Redang
Redang is located in Malaysia
Redang
Redang
Redang is located in South China Sea
Redang
Redang
Geography
LocationSouth China Sea
Coordinates5°46′30″N 103°0′54″E / 5.77500°N 103.01500°E / 5.77500; 103.01500
ArchipelagoRedang Archipelago
Total islands9
Administration
Malaysia
StateTerengganu
DistrictKuala Nerus
Demographics
Population2,000
Ethnic groupsMalays

Redang Island (Malay: Pulau Redang, Terengganu Malay: Pula Redang) is an island in Kuala Nerus District, Terengganu, Malaysia. It is one of the largest islands off the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia and one of the most beautiful islands in the world. It is famous for its crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches. It is one of nine islands, which form a marine sanctuary park offering snorkeling and diving opportunities for tourists.