PLACES OF INTEREST
Nature and Adventure |
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 Balai Besar Palace
Built in 1840 by Sultan Mahmud II, the palace situated in the
vicinity of the State Mosque. It was formerly the residence of the
Kelantanese sultans but now it is only used as the venue for the
state functions. The palace has a large audience hall, a throne
room and a collection of royal regalia. |
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 Cultural Zone
Many of the tourist attractions in kota bharu are conveniently
located in the Cultural Zone, thus making for easy access. Take a
leisurely stroll down jalan sultan and jalan hilir kota and check
out these places. They offer an invaluable insight into history of
Kelantan.
Opening hours are from 10.30 am to 5.45 pm daily except Friday.
Admission is free except for the Royal Museum. |
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 Fishing Village
No visit to Kelantan would be complete without a trip to a Fishing
Village, dubbed "the soul of malaysia's east coast". Two of the
most well-known villages are the sabak beach and kuala besar. If
you wish to fully capture the moment, you should arrive no later
than 2.30 pm when the boats laden with the day's catch are first
spotted on the horizon. As they come ashore, their intricately
carved prows are a riot of colours. Then the bargaining begins
between wholesalers and the fisherman- a noisy but Interesting
ritual. You will also be able to witness other related activities
such as fish-curing and the mending of nets. |
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Gunung Stong
Take off to Gunung Stong Kelantan's highest mountain at 1422
metres. Located here is a cave, gua ikan (fish cave). Its name is
derived from a solitary rock that looks like a fish. To cave
explorers on an expedition, part of the lure is trying to find a
pot of gold believed to have been hidden during the japanese
occupation. |
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Handicraft Village and Craft
Museum
Kelantan's exquisite range of handicrafts which include silverware,
'songket', 'batik' and woodcarvings are displayed and sold
here.
Opening hours : 8.30 am - 4.45 pm daily (except Fridays) |
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 Islamic Museum
The history of Islam in Kelantan is well documented in the
artifacts and inscriptions exhibited here. The establishment of the
museum reflects the importance of the state as a centre of Islamic
learning.
Opening hours : 8.30 am - 4.45 pm daily (except Fridays) |
