kota-bharu

Tropical gardens — orchids, lotus ponds, walking paths.

Main bazaar — produce, spices, and the best breakfast in town.

Local roastery — single-origin beans, traditional brew, pastries.

Half-day market-to-table — cook 4-5 local dishes, eat what you made.

Traditional dance performance with regional buffet.

The city's flagship museum — local history from prehistory to today.

The town's main religious site — central spire, daily offerings.

Open-air food court — 30+ stalls, plastic stools, cheap and excellent.

The historic center — colonial architecture, narrow lanes, and centuries of street life.

Sunset walk along the river — food carts and the city's best light.