Traditional Trengganu House

The Terengganu house originated from PulauRusa, Kuala Terengganu. The exact year it was built is not known, but it is believed to be over 100 years old when it was transferred to FRIM in 1987.

This Terenggaanu house belongs to the “RumahTiangDuaBelas” type, named after the 12 posts which extend from the foundation to the roof. The main house is reserved for social ceremonies and serves as a sleeping area for the unmarried members of the house. Guests are often entertained in an open verandah at the front of the house.

An elaborare process is needed to get suitable materials, especially timber, from the dense jungle during the old days. It is also difficult to transport timber. Thus a house may take up to five years to complete.