Kampung Experience

Savour the hospitality of a typical Kelantanese family by opting to stay with a family of your choice. This unique homestay programme enables you to get an insight into the culture and lifestyle of these simple folks. You can choose to be "adopted" by any of these: potter, fisherman, kite maker, batik manufacturer, silversmith, top-spinning craftsman. Get in touch with the Tourist Information Centre or your hotel receptionist who will be able to make the necessary arrangements.

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Kampung Experience

Savour the hospitality of a typical Kelantanese family by opting to stay with a family of your choice. This unique homestay programme enables you to get an insight into the culture and lifestyle of these simple folks. You can choose to be "adopted" by any of these: potter, fisherman, kite maker, batik manufacturer, silversmith, top-spinning craftsman. Get in touch with the Tourist Information Centre or your hotel receptionist who will be able to make the necessary arrangements.

Places to visit in Kelantan Kota Bahru , Istana Jahar, Culture Centre

Kota Bahru

The capital of Kelantan is the centre of Malay culture in Malaysia. The small city bustles with life during the mornings and becomes quiet as the sun sets. The people live a peaceful life engaging in market activities and producing handicrafts for visitors.

Cultural Centre

Located on Jalan Mahmud in Kota Bahru, the Cultural centre is a living showcase of Kelantan’s cultural heritage. Demonstrations of popular folk arts and hobbies are held daily in the centre, such as ‘Wayang Kulit’ (shadow puppetry), ‘Silat’ (Malay martial arts) and ‘Rebana’ (Malay drums). The centre is only open from March to October each year.

Handicraft Village and Craft Museum

Both located in Kota Bahru, the Craft Museum houses many fine examples of Kelantanese craftsmanship in the form of wooden and silver articles. The Handicraft Village, on the other hand, demonstrates how items such as Batik, ‘Songket’ (prayer hat) and other embroidery are made. These products also go on sale here.

Istana Jahar

The palace in Kota Bahru was built in 1887 by a Sultan for his grandson, Long Kundur. It has been transformed into a museum showcasing Kelantan’s culture. Some of the things on display include photographs, artifacts and other exhibits. The palace itself is finely carved out of wood with complex patterns; truly a sight to admire.

Kuala Krai Museum and Mini Zoo

The Kuala Krai Museum and Mini Zoo in Kuala Krai, 64 km away from Kota Bahru, has a showcase of animals from deers to monkeys and bears to birds. The museum, on the other hand, is dedicated to non-living showcases, meaning preserved animals and other photographs and documents leading to the formation of Kuala Krai.

Gunung Stong

Kelantan’s highest mountain stands at 1,142 meters high. Visitors should not just climb the mountain but also visit ‘Gua Ikan’, which means ‘Fish Cave’, inspired from a rock formation resembling a fish. Legend has it that the Japanese stashed a horde of gold inside which has never been found. Visitors can also swim in the nearby Jelawang waterfalls.

Kuala Koh

Kuala Koh is one the entrance points to Taman Negara Pahang and is a two-hour drive away from Gua Musang. The Park has chalets available to accommodate visitors who wish to spend a longer time appreciating the beauty of Kuala Koh from colourful birds to scenic jungle trails.

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Introduction

Kelantan, which translates as the "Land of Lightning" is a veritable treasure throve of delights - rustic fishing villages, verdant padi fields and languid, palm-fringed beaches.

Tucked away in the north-eastern corner of Peninsular Malaysia, the people of Kelantan have managed to keep alive age-old customs and traditions, thus earning the state a reputation as the Cradle of Malay Culture.

Introduction Kelantan, which translates as the "Land of Lightning" is a veritable treasure throve of delights - rustic fishing villages, verdant padi fields and languid, palm-fringed beaches. Tucked away in the north-eastern corner of Peninsular Malaysia, the people of Kelantan have managed to keep alive age-old customs and traditions, thus earning the state a reputation as the Cradle of Malay Culture. Here, colourful kites soar upwards defying gravity and giant drums reverberate. Shadow puppets mesmerise audiences and giant tops provide hours of endless fun.

Kelantan has a population of about 1.4 million ; 95% is Malay with Chinese, Indians and Orang Asli making up the rest. Kelantanese are renowned for their warmth and friendliness. Kelantan Darul Naim is a world of gracious beauty, retaining an old-world charm that few can resist. Come, let her natural attributes work their magic on you!

Malaysia Travel - Rich Experience

This beautiful Southeast Asian country welcomes you with a lovely traditional and touching statement "Selmat Datang." Malaysia is a vibrant and exotic country which has abundance of cultural and technological prosperity. The diverse cultural heritage is complemented by the lush landscape, delicious foods and variety of modern and ancient festivals. Several Indian, Chinese and Malay festivals share the list of holidays in the country.

Traveling Malaysia will give an altogether different experience. The two distinct parts of Malaysia can be explored separately. The Peninsular part constitutes the land that touches the border of Thailand and Singapore in Asian continent. The least populated East Malaysian province Sabah and Sarawak are separated from the mainland by the South China Sea. You will encounter the dense jungles of Sabah and Sarawak with plethora of plants and Wildlife. Do visit the Mt. Kinabalu that stakes its claim as the highest peak in South East Asia.

The Peninsula Malaysia attracts most of the visitors in Malaysia. And it is all because of the diversity in terms of people, culture and activities. Visitors like to travel Malaysia because it offers a comprehensive platform of modernity and history to be explored. If you wish to spend your days in cooler climate, you can head towards the Highland regions. For beach and sand freaks, Langkawi is the popular choice. Eastern coast feature many places like Kelantan province that offers you a nice opportunity for exploring the Malay life. Kota Bahru comprises of best of artistic values. For quenching the historical interest, one can turn towards the western coast which features the capital city Kuala Lumpur.

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