| Bird singing competition Kota Bharu |
| Take a stroll along the beach and admire the colorful fishing boats |
| Cool off at the local waterfalls at Jeram Linang |
| Kelantan is a beautiful state on the east coast which observes traditional customs. Kelantanese are gifted craftsmen and it shows in the rich textiles called Songket, silverware and brass work produced here. |
Songket is known for its gold or
silver thread intricately woven into
the fabric. It is used to make
beautiful attire and souvenir items.
Pick up a piece of songket on your
travel here. They make wonderful
wall hanging and pillows.
silver thread intricately woven into
the fabric. It is used to make
beautiful attire and souvenir items.
Pick up a piece of songket on your
travel here. They make wonderful
wall hanging and pillows.
| Spend an afternoon flying a Malaysian kite called a Wau on the beach |
Tourist Sites in Kelantan
Kelantan Culture Complex
Kelantan's rich culture is showcased at this
centre. Watch demonstrations of giant kite (wau
bulan) flying, giant top spinning and listen to the
giant drums (rebana ubi).
Cha Cave, Ulu Kelantan
Hoabhonians and Neolithics were discovered
here. Cha Caves is considered as one of the
most actively researched in the Peninsular
Malaysia.
Irama Beach
Located 1km north of Bachok, Pantai Irama
(Beach of Melody) is famous for its gently sloping
beach, clear waters and good visitor facilities.
Guillemard Railway Bridge
This railway bridge which was built across the
Kelantan River in Kursial in the 1920s was once
strategically destroyed by the British Armed
Forces.
Mount Stong
This is Kelantan's highest mountain at 1422m.
Located here is a cave, Gua Ikan (Fish Cave). Its
name is derived from a solitary rock that looks like
a fish.
Handicraft Village and Craft Museum
Also known as 'Balai Getam Guri', the Handicraft
Museum which is located in the town of Kota
Bharu features a selection of Kelantan handicraft
in traditional embroidery, songket weaving, batik
printing, silversmithing and matting.
Istana Balai Besar (Palace with Great Hall)
Built in 1840 on the orders of Sultan Mohamed II,
the Istana Balai Besar replaces the old palace,
Istana Kota Lama on the Sungai Kelantan
(Kelantan River).
Wakaf Che Yeh
Wakaf Che Yeh along Jalan Kuala Krai in Kota
Bharu is a favourite shopping destination in
Kelantan and attracts people from all over.
Kampung Blok Ulu Kusial Homestay
Ever imagine yourself staying in a remote Malay
Village in Kelantan, where the pace is unhurried
and the folks friendly? Kampung Blok Ulu Kusial
is one of the best places to go to experience this.
Gua Musang
Numerous limestone hills near this remote town
in Kelantan make it a potential centre for rock
climbing but there is only one spot to do so.
Mount Swettenham
Mount Swettenham is along the Kelantan-Pahang
border in Cameron Highlands, Pahang and is
easily climbed in a day from Blue Valley in the
highlands.
Kuala Koh National Park
Kuala Koh is the new entry point to Taman
Negara. This is still a lightly visited area with
superb wilderness and pristine rivers flowing
down from the mountains of Tahan, Perlis,
Penumpu and Gagau.
Muhammadi Mosque / State Mosque
It was named Muhammadi Mosque, taken after
the late Sultan Muhammad IV who fully dedicated
his live to Kelantan.
Lata Rek (Rek Waterfall)
One of several river attractions in Kelantan, Lata
Rek is the ideal spot for some solitude and
soul-searching.
*Tourism Malaysia
Kelantan Culture Complex
Kelantan's rich culture is showcased at this
centre. Watch demonstrations of giant kite (wau
bulan) flying, giant top spinning and listen to the
giant drums (rebana ubi).
Cha Cave, Ulu Kelantan
Hoabhonians and Neolithics were discovered
here. Cha Caves is considered as one of the
most actively researched in the Peninsular
Malaysia.
Irama Beach
Located 1km north of Bachok, Pantai Irama
(Beach of Melody) is famous for its gently sloping
beach, clear waters and good visitor facilities.
Guillemard Railway Bridge
This railway bridge which was built across the
Kelantan River in Kursial in the 1920s was once
strategically destroyed by the British Armed
Forces.
Mount Stong
This is Kelantan's highest mountain at 1422m.
Located here is a cave, Gua Ikan (Fish Cave). Its
name is derived from a solitary rock that looks like
a fish.
Handicraft Village and Craft Museum
Also known as 'Balai Getam Guri', the Handicraft
Museum which is located in the town of Kota
Bharu features a selection of Kelantan handicraft
in traditional embroidery, songket weaving, batik
printing, silversmithing and matting.
Istana Balai Besar (Palace with Great Hall)
Built in 1840 on the orders of Sultan Mohamed II,
the Istana Balai Besar replaces the old palace,
Istana Kota Lama on the Sungai Kelantan
(Kelantan River).
Wakaf Che Yeh
Wakaf Che Yeh along Jalan Kuala Krai in Kota
Bharu is a favourite shopping destination in
Kelantan and attracts people from all over.
Kampung Blok Ulu Kusial Homestay
Ever imagine yourself staying in a remote Malay
Village in Kelantan, where the pace is unhurried
and the folks friendly? Kampung Blok Ulu Kusial
is one of the best places to go to experience this.
Gua Musang
Numerous limestone hills near this remote town
in Kelantan make it a potential centre for rock
climbing but there is only one spot to do so.
Mount Swettenham
Mount Swettenham is along the Kelantan-Pahang
border in Cameron Highlands, Pahang and is
easily climbed in a day from Blue Valley in the
highlands.
Kuala Koh National Park
Kuala Koh is the new entry point to Taman
Negara. This is still a lightly visited area with
superb wilderness and pristine rivers flowing
down from the mountains of Tahan, Perlis,
Penumpu and Gagau.
Muhammadi Mosque / State Mosque
It was named Muhammadi Mosque, taken after
the late Sultan Muhammad IV who fully dedicated
his live to Kelantan.
Lata Rek (Rek Waterfall)
One of several river attractions in Kelantan, Lata
Rek is the ideal spot for some solitude and
soul-searching.
*Tourism Malaysia
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