Time seems to have stood still in Kampung Cina. Located along Jalan Bandar near the mouth of Sungai Terengganu, it is Kuala Terengganu’s very own Chinatown with a history that dates back to the 18th century.

Little has changed in the enclave, except for more recent add-ons such as street art and murals that adorn the walls of the narrow side lanes, and the gateway, complete with dragon and lantern carvings, welcoming visitors to Kuala Terengganu.

The double-storey shophouses that line both sides of the main road, featuring traditional Chinese architectural elements and believed to be over 200 years old, are still intact...