Meoweler
Malaysia

Kota Bharu / undefined

MeowScore 😼76/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

january

Annual kite festival and cultural experience.

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january

Visit for cultural experience at the annual kite festival! 🪁🎉

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february

Witness traditional Malay dance during Chinese New Year celebrations. 🧧💃

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march

Explore the Kelantan River and enjoy the beautiful weather! 🛶☀️

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april

Experience the annual Royal Wedding ceremony. 👑👰

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may

Celebrate the harvest season with rice pounding and traditional food. 🌾🍚

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june

Discover traditional crafts during the 'Pesta Kraftangan' festival. 🎨🎭

🥊
july

Witness the traditional martial art 'silat' performance. 🥋🤼‍♂️

🎊
august

Take part in the Cultural & Heritage Showcase at the International Tourism Fest. 🎉🌍

🎉
september

Enjoy the festivities of Hari Raya Haji with feasts and prayers. 🐑🕌

🏊‍♀️
october

Discover the beauty of the East Coast with beach sports and activities. 🌴🏖️

🍲
november

Participate in the annual 'Macik Market' for traditional food and crafts. 🧺🕰️

🎅
december

Embrace the festive season with Christmas decorations and events. 🎄🎁

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Kota Bharu is decent, with a mix of traditional markets and modern malls, but the prices are not particularly cheap or expensive. It's a reasonable destination for budget-conscious travelers.

Visit the Pasar Siti Khadijah for affordable local products and haggle with vendors for better prices.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit stop for Perhentian Islands

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit stop for Perhentian Islands

Kota Bharu is often a quick stopover for travelers visiting the nearby Perhentian Islands.

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Cash is preferred, credit cards may not be accepted. Splitting the bill is common.

internet situation

good Speed

Decent speed for browsing and basic streaming.

great Availability

Widespread availability of internet services.

great Cellular

Good coverage in most areas.

Electric socket type G

Common in UK, Ireland, Malta, Malaysia, Singapore. Unique three rectangular pins design, doesn't accept other types.

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walking hostile

High traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

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Things to do

The mainstream

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Pantai Cahaya Bulan
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Kota Bharu City Museum
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Istana Jahar
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Siti Khadijah Market
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Billion Shopping Centre

The mainstream

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Pantai Cahaya Bulan

A paw-tastic beach where cats can chill and play under sunny skies. It offers soft pawristine sand, clear waters, and sweet coconut drinks.

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Kota Bharu City Museum

A historical pawservation building where cats can learn about the region's fascinating past. Prepare to see vintage photographs, antique furniture, and traditional weapons.

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Istana Jahar

An impressive pawlace-turned-museum that showcases Malaysia's cultural heritage. Get ready to admire intricate wood carvings, textiles, and ceramics.

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Siti Khadijah Market

A busy pawlace for local cats to buy fresh produce and handicrafts. The colorful stalls offer everything from catnip to traditional dresses.

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Billion Shopping Centre

Cat-tastically huge indoor shopping mall. It even has an amusement park! Perfect for a pawsome shopping day or a meowvelous afternoon-ride.

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Off the beaten path

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Cat Fish Market
🐾🎨😻
Cat Street Art
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Kitty Café
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Cat Playground
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Cats Museum

Off the beaten path

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Cat Fish Market

A market where cats can indulge in the freshest catch of the day! It’s a paw-some place to bring your feline friend along for a shopping trip.

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Cat Street Art

A meow-nificent collection of street art featuring cats, so get ready to paws and snap some Insta-worthy pics.

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Kitty Café

For when your cat needs a coffee break, this café offers a unique experience with cats roaming around, making it the purrfect place to unwind.

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🐾🎠🐈
Cat Playground

A playground for cats! With swings, ladders, and tunnels, your feline friend will have a paw-some time here.

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Cats Museum

Feline-fanatics will love this quirky museum dedicated to all things cat. Happiness is a warm kitten in Kota Bharu!

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walking hostile

High traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

Mindful meoweler tips

Experience the traditional Malay art of wayang kulit

Watch as shadow puppetry comes to life in this ancient art form, featuring colorful and intricate designs.

Savor the taste of local delicacies at Siti Khadijah Market

Eat your way through the vibrant market selling traditional foods and handmade crafts.

Explore the unique architecture of the city's religious landmarks

Visit the intricate Buddhist and Islam temples and observe the city's diverse history and culture.

Learn about Kelantan's royal history at Istana Jahar

Visit this 1855 palace that showcases the city's regal heritage and houses a traditional crafts museum.

Immerse yourself in the local culture at the Cultural Center

Attend performances and exhibitions showcasing Kelantan's traditional dance, music, and art.

Useful external sites

visitkotabharu.com

Kota Bharu Tourism↗

Official website of Kota Bharu Tourism

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g298281-Kota_Bharu_Kelantan-Vacations.html

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