Kota Bharu Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
state capital of Kelantan, Malaysia
About Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu is the vibrant capital of the state of Kelantan, whose unique culture and dialect are proudly promoted and sustained in all aspects that do not conflict with orthodox Islam. Visitors can experience local culture in the form of the Thai- and Indian-influenced cuisine, dress (the state is probably the most famous for batik in Malaysia), handicrafts, some traditional architecture, museums showing the state's cultural heritage, and the sound of the Kelantanese dialect. Speakers of standard Malay may not be able to understand the local dialect, although if you speak standard Malay, locals will understand you and reply in standard Malay. You can hearBahasa Kelantannot only in the markets and on the streets but also on local radio stations, and most shop signs are written in both stand
Top Attractions in Kota Bharu
Explore the best things to see and do in Kota Bharu:
- ★Memorial Peperangan Dunia Ke II
- ★Muzium Adat Istiadat Diraja Kelantan
- ★Muzium Diraja
- ★Muzium Islam
- ★Muzium Kraftangan
- ★Muzium Negeri
- ★Sultan Muhammad IV Stadium
Where to Stay in Kota Bharu
- 🏨Cerana Guesthouse
- 🏨Crystal Lodge
- 🏨Dynasty Inn
- 🏨Emaslink Pacific Hotel
- 🏨Grand Riverview Hotel
- 🏨Hotel Harmoni
Kota Bharu Travel Guide Sections
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