"Because most people come here to make the crossing to the Perhentian Islands, we choose to explore this city too. Here you will find authentic Malaysia, according to the stories, and we are curious about that. The Islamic influences are here much more visible and the Islamic rules are adhered to more forcefully here, which is why Kota Bharu has been given the nickname “the Islamic city.” It looks completely different from the west coast, everything is much more sober here. We're going for a walk and we're on our way!"
Kota Bharu is the capital city of the State Kelantan. It's an Islamitic state. Don't be frightened now, because
those beautiful people are very warm and gentle. You can compare this people with the Indonesian people: nice and friendly. Indonesia is just like Kelantan an Islam State. Alcohol is officially out of order in this State. So, if you want to be an alcoholic drink in your hotel, then you can forget it. It's simply not sold
in public buildings. But, however, you will find Chinese, which are living in Kota Bharu, who will sell you beers silently. In your hotel you just can forget it.
Most people arrive late in the evening in Kota Bharu.
It's good to have a reservation for a nice, clean hotel.
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Kota Bharu is a real typical Malaysian city. It's still so pure. Kota Bharu means "new city", and this serene and peaceful town
offers both rich tradition and some magnificent natural wonders. Life here
proceeds at a leisurely pace, and the time-honored tranquillity of this
unique locale is well worth discovering. Some people think, that Kota Bharu is worth only a stay of one night! Don't
do that. I think it's the nicest city, that you'll find at the East Coast.
There is so much to do and to see in and out of the city.
Wau (Malaysian Kite)
Don't stay only in the city, but make trips into the surroundings. You'll
find wonderful temples, large Buddha's, which is peculiar because there are
more than 30 Buddhist temples throughout Kelantan. Mostly near the Thai
border. This is a surprising number considering Muslims make up 95 per cent
of the population. Explore the beautiful caves. Make a boat trip up the
river, which departs in Kuala Krai. In Kota Bharu you must see the beautiful market. This famous four-storey
landmark contains both wet and dry markets. Look for local fresh fruits,
such as rambutans, durians and mangoes. Fresh fish, meats and vegetables are
also available. The upper floors sell dried fish, spices and batik.
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Pelangi Mall
This lively market sells fresh
vegetables, fruits, fish and meat, and always has a bustling, vibrant
atmosphere. Something special to look for are Kelantan's famous lekor
(dried crackers)--which are plentiful on the upper floor. You may also
notice many of the vendors are women, this fact has contributed to the
rather false rumour that Kelantenese men are lazy in nature. Kota Bharu has also very beautiful beaches. The most famous one is the beach
of "Beach of Passionate Love". Strong currents make swimming
hazardous here, but people happily stroll along the beach enjoying the cool
breeze or taking refreshments from the many seafood stalls. Another one is Pantai Dasar Sabak. During World War II, the first Japanese
landed on this beach.
Buses
Kota Bharu.
Some trip/activity's in and near
Kota Bharu:
Cultural
Centre.
Buluh
Kubu Central Market.
Balai
Besar Palace.
Sabak
Beach Fishing Village.
Gunung
Stong.
Handicraft
Village and Craft Museum.
Istana
Jahar.
Wat
Photivihan Jambum.
State
museum
Museum of
War
Royal museum
Merdeka
square
Beaches
Pantai Cahaya
Bulan
Pantai Irama
Pantai Bisikan
Bayu
Pantai Seri
Tujuh
Pantai
Dasar Sabak
(the landing of the Japanese in 1941)
Waterfalls
Jeram Pasu
Jeram Lenang
Lata
Beringin
(you'll reach this after a train trip of 2
½ hours and the waterfall is 120 meter high)
Boat
trips/Jungle rekking
Kelantan
Boat trip
(Leaves in Kuala Krai and you can go back in different ways)
Jelawang
Waterfalls
(after the boat trip you go jungle trekking for 1
½ hour)
Lata
Beringin Waterfalls (you'll reach these waterfalls
after a train trip of 2
½ hours)
Kuala Koh
(many different activities: rafting, bird watching, fishing,
climbing)
Go to the Tourist Information for jungle
trekking!
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