Many often wondered what is there to see when you’re in Kelantan, besides the beach. Apart from being one of the most religious state, one might say there’s limited entertainment and you will ended up feeling anxious that it would ruin your holiday! *this is where the antsy kicks in*
Do keep an open mind as Kelantan has proven to be surprisingly enchanting in its own way. The way people in Kelantan treated you with a smile, full of sincerity, might change your mind about how laid back Kelantan could be.
Don’t forget to drop by these places and discover the undiscovered wonders around you.
Kuala Koh National Park-Guan Musang
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The national park is located on the border of the three states of Kelantan, Pahang and Terengganu. Kuala Island National Park is located on the border of Kelantan, in the Gua Musang district. It is located in the Bukit Hantu Forest Reserve and Lebir Forest Reserve.
In terms of transportation, Kuala Kroh National Park is 96 kilometres away from the town of Gua Musang. Tourists and tourists can easily reach it by road (especially Jalan Gua Musang-Kuala Krai). The natural assets of Kuala Island National Park, especially the species of animals and plants and the tropical rainforest ecosystem, in addition to research and development (R&D), are very suitable for eco-tourism activities.
Activities organized by the Department of Wildlife and National Parks include bird watching (over 300 species), fishing in multiple rivers, photography classes, jungle trekking through interpretive trails, canoeing/rafting, hiking on the canopy bridge and camping.
Contact number: 017-900 9522
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Ethnobotany Park
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The Ethnobotany Park in Gua Musang was developed as a forestry research and recreation center to preserve the importance of forests and forest-related products (especially herbal products). It is located near the town of Gua Musang in Gua Musang, Jalan Gua Musang, covering an area of 35 hectares.
The main components of Ethnobotany Park are herbal park, herbal gallery, incubation center (8 units) for small and medium enterprise entrepreneurs based on herbal medicine, leisure activity facilities, cabins, small animal park and various support facilities. Activities that tourists can perform include visiting herbal planting areas, hiking, camping, canopy walks and admiring cave views.
According to the National Service Training Center plan, parts of the Ethnobotany Park area are currently used as youth training centers. The main problem that plagues the park is the lack of interest in the local community, tourists and tourists.
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Location at: Bandar Baru Gua Musang, 18300 Gua Musang, Kelantan
Wat Mai Suwankiri
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Wat Mai Suwankiri in Kampung Bukit Tanah, Tumpat, Kelantan is one of the most beautiful and exquisite temples in Kelantan. It is famous for its Dragon Boat Vihara which is surrounded by 4 Nagas or Dragon Guardians. This is a “Vihara Nam” or “Water Monastry” completely surrounded by water. It is said that the original temple was built 400 years ago by professional craftsmen in Thailand. Therefore, this temple is commonly called “Dragon Boat Temple”.
Contact number: +60 9-725 7673
Location: Kg. Bukit Tanah, Tumpat 16200 Malaysia
Gua Ikan
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Gua Ikan is the name of the Bukit Batu Kapur cave complex about 5 kilometers south of Dabong.
There are many caves here, but most of them are not easy to reach. It is recommended to admire this complex mountain with a guide. If there is no guide available for the cave complex, it is possible to hire someone from the nearby Gunung Stong State Park.
It is a famous natural leisure resort in Kuala Terengganu. Bukit Batu Kapor has interesting caves where pristine streams intersect. Fun activities here include enjoying the beauty of flora and fauna, bathing, entertainment and picnics.
Contact number: 09-966 3345
Location: Kuala Gris, 18200 Dabong, Kelantan
Kota Bharu Street Art
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Street Art in Kota Bharu Kelantan Jln Dato Pati near Medan ilmu downtown kota bharu is definitely a must-visit place if you come to Kelantan. Malaysian painters from Kelantan have succeeded in producing graffiti paintings on every stone wall around the city of Bharu that depicts the Palestinian people being oppressed by Israel.
These graffiti paintings are painted as a sign of their support for the Palestinian people. Entering the lane that is cheerful with Street Art , you’ll be ‘ shocked ‘ with how creative the mural produced here is.
Contact number: 019-968 2915
Location: Jalan Dato Pati, Bandar Kota Bharu, 15000 Kota Bharu, Kelantan
Craft Village & Craft Museum
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Also known as ‘Balai Getam Guri’, the Handicraft Village and Craft Museum is in the heart of the Kota Bharu cultural zone, within walking distance of the Istana Balai Besar and Buluh Kubu Bazaar. The Craft Museum houses many fine examples of Kelantanese craftsmanship. A restaurant called ‘Balai Sulur Gadung’ is located on the ground floor of the building, where visitors can savour some of Kelantan’s famous dishes.
The adjacent Handicraft Village gives visitors the opportunity to see how this craft is made. Demonstrations of traditional embroidery, songket weaving, batik printing, silver work and wood carving are done by skilled craftsmen. Their products are also sold in the center.
Contact number: 03-2162 7459
Location: 5, Jalan Conlay, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Pantai Nami Bachok (Pantai Senok)
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Senok Beach In Kelantan Very Interesting Places To Visit This is one of the most interesting beach places in our country. Probably many of us have never been to Senok Beach in Kelantan. So do not miss the opportunity if you travel to this state then we strongly suggest you to go visit here to see or experience the beauty of Senok Beach in Kelantan
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Location: Unnamed Road, 16020, 16020, Kelantan
Pasar Siti Khadijah
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The original name of Siti Khadijah Central Market is Pasar Kubu Bamboo. However, it was renamed to this by the Prime Minister of Kelantan, namely Y.A.B Tuan Guru Dato ‘Nik Abdul Aziz Bin Nik Mat as a sign of respect to the Hawa race, as the majority of its traders are women.
A unique sight in the markets in Kelantan is that the traders are mostly women who are known for their business interests.
Contact number: 09-748 4477
Location: Jalan Buluh Kubu, 15000 Kota Bharu, Kelantan
Jambatan Keretapi Guillemard
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[Guillemard Railway Bridge]
The “Guillemard” railway bridge or Kursial River Bridge was built across the Kelantan River in Tanah Merah. The Guillemard Railway Bridge is the longest railway bridge in Malaysia at 609.6 meters
The bridge was inaugurated by Sultan Ismail Ibni Almarhum Sultan Muhammad IV in 1925. The bridge was named after the British Governor, Sir Laurence Guillemard.
After this bridge is completed, it is not only a railway, but it is also used by motor vehicles such as bicycles, cars, small trucks and so on.
In 1988, a new bridge was completed in the nearby area at the same time it makes Guillemard Bridge is no longer used by motor vehicles other than the Malayan Railway transport only.
Today, this bridge is the focus of the bride and groom who record their wedding photos as well as the focus of foreign tourists. The iconic yet attractive background is perfect for capturing special moments there.
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Location: Kg Kusial Bharu, 17500 Tanah Merah, Kelantan
Min House Camp
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Located on the edge of Kota Bharu town, Min House Camp in Kubang Kerian promises every visitor a wonderful nature experience, appealing mainly to those who enjoy discovering flora and fauna in the outdoors. The compound area of the camp houses a variety of facilities ranging from chalets, multipurpose halls, a bee farm, a firefly garden, an organic farm, mini petting zoo and even hosts water sport activities such as kayaking, river bathing, fishing and clam digging.
Min House Camp has attracted many local & international tourists who favour an atypical experience in the countryside for their holiday. We also receive many volunteers from Walkaway. Set amidst lush tropical greenery, Min House Camp offers peaceful and comfortable accommodation with free Wi-fi.
Contact number: 013-922 5440
Location: Min House Camp, Lot 1287, Kampung Pulau, 16150 Kota Bharu, Kelantan
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