The royal town of Pekan is a quiet, laid-back place where the most prominent buildings are the Royal Palace and the State Museum, which has a rich collection of historical items.

The Ruler of Pahang, His Royal Highness the Sultan, resides at the magnificent palace in Pekan. A stopover to view this authentically fascinating Malay Palace is worth your trip to Pahang. If you happen to be there during the Ruler's official birthday on 24th of October, you will be able to witness the annual celebration of culture and tradition.

At the nearby Pulau Keladi village, the Pahang Silk Weaving Centre is a good place to observe how traditional silk weaving is done.