Rejuvenating island from the ground up


Pulau Tanjung Surat has become well known for its mangrove forest conservation efforts. — Photos: THOMAS YONG/The Star

PULAU Tanjung Surat in Kota Tinggi, Johor, may not appear on most tourist maps but over the years, the island has been attracting foreign and local visitors including researchers, thanks to its mangrove forest.

Located just off the southeastern coast of Johor, the island sits in Sungai Johor, about 70km from Johor Baru.

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