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Reasons To Visit Kota Bharu

Kota Bharu is a beautiful city and is home to many unique works of architecture and interesting historical sites, making it a top destination for sightseers. Along with its many cultural and historical attractions, there are plenty of opportunities to go out and explore the natural wilderness or spend a day relaxing on the beach. Within the city itself there are several museums which you will want to see like the Kelantan State Museum, or you can visit some of the beautiful temples in the region. Be sure to get out of the city and visit some of the natural wonders like the Gua Ikan caves and the Stong Waterfall, or take a traditional boat trip down the river and see the fireflies during nightfall.

Arriving In Kota Bharu

Sultan Ismail Petra Airport is the main airport serving Kota Bharu situated just 10 km from the center of the city. The airport exclusively handles domestic flights from around Malaysia, so you won’t be able to make any international journeys to or from this airport. Travelers looking to fly from the UAE to Kota Bharu will not be able to make the trip directly, but the airport has regular connections from Kuala Lumpur International Airport which handles direct flights from the UAE.

And if you're planning a stopover in the Malaysian capital, check out our guide to the Best things to do in Kuala Lumpur: the low-down on KL.

At Sultan Ismail Petra Airport you won’t find too much in terms of amenities and facilities, but there are a couple of cafés and shops on site so all of your basic needs are catered for. Getting from the airport into the city is possible by local bus for those on a budget, with the journey taking around 20 minutes. However, it is just as easy to get in a taxi or arrange for a private transfer if you would rather reach your destination directly.

Kota Bharu Travel Information

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UAE national traveling to Malaysia are able to enter the country visa free for up to 90 days at a time, so there’s no need to worry about making a visa application before your trip. Temperatures are warm throughout the year in Kota Bharu with average highs ranging from 29 to 32 degrees. There is a rainy season in the region from September until December, while the driest time of year is from January until June. You will need to put your clocks forward by four hours when you arrive in Kota Bharu from the UAE, while the Malaysian currency is the Malaysian ringgit.

If you're thinking of exploring more of the country, read our guide to the top places to visit in Malaysia.

* This information is correct as of March 2018

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