Besar Island, Johor
Besar Island (Malay: Pulau Besar), is an island in Mersing District, Johor, Malaysia.
| Native name: Pulau Besar | |
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| Geography | |
| Coordinates | 2°26′30″N 103°59′00″E |
| Total islands | 1 |
| Highest elevation | 258 m (846 ft) |
| Administration | |
| State | Johor |
| District | Mersing |
Geology
The island, which is surrounded by Rawa, Sibu and Tinggi Island, is characterised by quiet, clean beaches of powdery white sand and crystal-clear azure waters.[1] To preserve the unspoiled marine life, the Government has gazetted it as a marine park to protect around 60 species of marine life from any activities that can harm their natural habitats within 2 nautical miles (3.7 km) around the island.
The island's highest point rises some 845 feet (258 m) above the sea level. Rich hues of wild vegetation are dappled throughout with the lush greens of the coconut palms and tropical jungles.
Administrative divisions
The island is divided into 6 villages, which are:
- Atap Zing Village
- Batu Hitam Village
- Busong Village
- Teluk Bakau Village
- Teluk Kampa Village
- Teluk Penagat Village
Transportation
The island is accessible by boat from Mersing Town in Johor mainland.
See also
References
- "Aseania Resort Pulau Besar,". Pulaubesar.net. Retrieved 13 November 2013.
External links
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