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History of Pulau Aman


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If your idea of a homestay is taking off to somewhere queit and peaceful, Pulau Aman is the perfect choice. With a total population of only 260 people, this island of 288 acres is located about 25 nautical miles from mainland. The name of Pulau Aman literally means ‘island of peace’, suggesting tranquility and serenity. This quiet island does not have roads – only a cement pavement is available for one to cycle or walk. A few motorcycles are visible though. 21 homes participate in the hometay program and visitors will get the chance to experience the lifestyle of a local. Majority of the locals are fishermen and fishing enthusiast can opt for the various packages available here. It is here that in famous belacan Pulau Aman is made – a shrimp paste used by many locals to enhance the flavor of various dishes. Many locals also involved in deer and cockles breeding activities to sustain their livelihood.
A unique product here is the sukun pulut (breadfruit). Sukun found in this island possesses a distinct texture and taste unlike those found elsewhere. Its harvest times falls in February till March, June till July and November till December. A snack called the keropok sukun is also made from this fruit and this special and tasty titbit once tried will make you yearn for more. The oldest sukun tree planted by Tok Awang Akib in year 1891 can still be seen in Pulau Aman.
For history buffs, don’t miss sites such as the Telaga Emas (Well of Gold). It is believed that in the year of 1789, a local who dug this well hit on a hard object that appeared to be a gold vase. However, after further investigations by the British administration and villagers, it was revealed that the object was just a gold-colored hard stone. Though the well is situated less than a meter away from the sea during high tide, the water never runs dry even during the worst drought, is a must visit place for anyone who visit Pulau Aman.
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