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  • Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque, Johor Bahru

    1. Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque

    Yes, the museum has lots of the sultan's treasures, but it was nice to find there, in a great mixture of artifacts, a popular musical instrument from my small country, in the other side of the world....   more
  • Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Johor Bahru

    2. Jalan Wong Ah Fook

    Jalan Wong Ah Fook is the main thoroughfare of Johor Bahru city and is one of the busiest streets in town. As the central business district of JB, it is the center of trade and commerce with banks,...   more
  • Istana Besar, Johor Bahru

    3. Istana Besar

    If there's one thing we really appreciate in Johor is this museum, which houses a good collection of royal heirloom, impressive rare artefacts and a good record of the history of the States's Royal...   more
  • Eastern Pewter, Johor Bahru

    4. Eastern Pewter

    It takes a master to make sure that every detail is properly emphasised. The final product is something that you'll be proud to display at home. The guide mentioned that there should be at least a...   more
  • Royal Abu Bakar Museum, Johor Bahru

    5. Royal Abu Bakar Museum

    The museum occupies the Istana Besar (or Grand Palace) which was specially commissioned in 1864 by the late Sultan Abu Bakar (commonly known as the Father of Modern Johor)... It was completed in...   more
  • Zoo, Johor Bahru

    6. Zoo

    If you want close encounters with the tigers, then this zoo is for you. For me it's really scary like there's this one tiger whose cage's door is so small and only locked by a small yale. The tiger...   more
  • Istana Bukit Serene, Johor Bahru

    7. Istana Bukit Serene

    Istana Bukit Serene on the edge of town is the residence of the Sultan of Johor... The Istana or palace was completed in 1933 and its 32-metre tower is a city landmark... The Sultan's private...   more
  • Sri Mariamman Temple, Johor Bahru

    8. Sri Mariamman Temple

    The Sri Mariamman Hindu temple is located just a few hundred meters west of the Central Market area, and just north of the waterfront area. This appears pretty typical of other Hindu Temples I saw in...   more
  • Sultan Ibrahim Building, Johor Bahru

    9. Sultan Ibrahim Building

    This landmark building is the most distinctive in downtown JB. It was built in 1940 and combines traditional Malay with an almost art deco architecture. Today, it serves as the main Government Center...   more
  • Old Chinese Temple, Johor Bahru

    10. Old Chinese Temple

    A old Chinese temple located at the heart of Johor Bahru. If you appreciate heritage from last generation of Chinese in JB, this is a great place for you to visit. You can get advice from 5 gods that...   more
  • Dataran Bandaraya, Johor Bahru

    11. Dataran Bandaraya

    Dataran Bandaraya has been the spot for many important events in JB since 1994... The landmark clock tower was built to commemorate the proclaimation of JB as a city in January 1994... Since its...   more
  • Art Gallery, Johor Bahru

    12. Art Gallery

    The Johor Art Gallery houses various art collections, artefacts and many items closely related to Johor's Malay heritage since its establishment in 1993... In 1999 the gallery was established as the...   more
  • State Secretariat Building, Johor Bahru

    13. State Secretariat Building

    The State Secretariat Building -- also known as Bangunan Sultan Ibraham -- is a massive gray building that dominates JB's skyline. It's communist-style architecture don't fit in with the Islamic motif...   more
  • Chingay Procession, Johor Bahru

    14. Chingay Procession

    The biggest cultural & religious procession in JB is the Chingay Procession, otherwise known as youshen (deities procession). The procession is held annually on...   more
  • Chinese Heritage Museum, Johor Bahru

    15. Chinese Heritage Museum

    Get to know more about the origins of the Chinese community in Johor Bahru. There are a number of exhibits of traditional Chinese wares, photos of olden days...   more
  • Garden in the City, Johor Bahru

    16. Garden in the City

    Hutan Bandar (Johor Bahru, Malaysia) in Malay means “Jungle in the City”. Open daily with free admission, Hutan Bandar is located a 5 minutes drive from Larkin...   more
  • Peaceful Stroll, Johor Bahru

    17. Peaceful Stroll

    Overlooking the Johor Straits towards Singapore, the Istana Garden (Sultan Garden) in Johor Bahru (Johor Baru, Johore Bahru, Johor Baharu) is open to public...   more
  • Reading time, Johor Bahru

    18. Reading time

    The Johor State Library has newly-opened in Johor Bahru. The book collection is new though modest. The library itself is a quaint, comfortable place to spend a...   more
  • Meldrum Walk, Johor Bahru

    19. Meldrum Walk

    Meldrum Walk is a pedesterian walkway in the middle of Johor Bahru city center. Along this stretch of road, are shops selling DVDs, bags, clothes as well as...   more
  • Street of Harmony, Johor Bahru

    20. Street of Harmony

    The Street of Harmony is JB's hidden treasure of a harmonious and delicated balance region that is manifested by the juxtaposition of places of worship...   more
  • Hutan Bandar, Johor Bahru

    21. Hutan Bandar

    Hutan Bandar (City Forest) is a patch of greenery in the city of Johor Bahru. This is a popular haunt for city dwellers to jog, date, and spend evening playing...   more
  • Indonesian Jamu And Cosmetics, Johor Bahru

    22. Indonesian Jamu And Cosmetics

    Tri Andara is one of the biggest Jamu shop at Pasar Borong Pandan that sell a lot of Indonesian Jamu and cosmetics. Local herbs or medicines are also available...   more
  • Downtown Sikh Temple, Johor Bahru

    23. Downtown Sikh Temple

    Next to the Hindu temple along Jalan Wong Ah Fook is a Sikh Temple . Sikh is an Indian religion founded by "Guru Nanak". A Sikh Temple is called "Gurdwara"...   more
  • Downtown Hindu Temple, Johor Bahru

    24. Downtown Hindu Temple

    Along Jalan Wong Ah Fook, you will see the colorful tower of the Sri Mariamam Temple.Similar temples like of Southern India origin can be found throughout all...   more
  • Playground of JB - Danga Bay, Johor Bahru

    25. Playground of JB - Danga Bay

    A popular place to be for locals and tourists is Danga Bay.Whether you want to take a boat ride, train tram or ride a bicycle or enjoy a stroll, this coastal...   more

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