Iconic 1957 clock tower rebuilt at Pasar Kedai Payang 1

Blast from the past: The new clock tower is located about 15m from where the original was built. — Bernama

KUALA TERENGGANU: Stepping into Pasar Kedai Payang 1 – which began operations on Aug 1 – one is instantly mesmerised by the local crafts on sale, including Terengganu’s jewellery, which is a major attraction.

Amid the bustling trade, many, especially those from outside the area, might not know that the site of Pasar Kedai Payang 1 was once home to a significant monument commemorating the country’s independence on Aug 31, 1957.