Kukup is a famous fishing village in Pontian District, Johor, Malaysia, known for its, houses built on stilts over water and abundant, affordable seafood. Situated near the southernmost tip of mainland Asia, this predominantly Chinese community offers a rustic, laid-back escape. Key attractions include Pulau Kukup National Park (a, mangrove island), offshore, fish farms (kelongs), and vibrant, floating, chalet-style homestays.