Johor Bahru (popularly known as JB) - the charming capital of the state of Johor, is a lively tourist center of the country with hotels of international class, modern shopping and entertainment complexes. People here like to relax in Singapore (and the house is not far, and inexpensively - because of the difference in exchange rates).
JB serves as a starting point for the famous resort of the eastern coast of Malaysia - Desaru (Desaru).
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How to get to Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru lies 368 km (or five hours) from Kuala Lumpur. The toll highway "North-South" (North-South Expressway) reduces this distance to 220 km and three hours drive.
Malaysia Airlines and Air Asia make flights to the airport. Sultan Ismail Airport, 32 km from the city center) from Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Terengganu, Kuantan and Kuching. From the Waterfront City (Water Front City) to Johor Bahru, there are regular buses to the airport, working hours: 5:00 to 19:00. The same buses take passengers from the Copthorne Hotel in Singapore.
The trains of the national railway company Keretapi Tanah Melayu connect Singapore with the rest of Malaysia through Johor Bahru. Directly with Singapore, the city connects the dam with the road and railways, it also has border and customs control points. 30 km southeast of Johor Bahru, one more bridge is transferred between Tanjung Kupang from the Malaysian side and Tuas in Singapore.
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Climate
Partly cloudy, light rain, thunderstorms +29 ° С in the day +25 ° С at night ° С water |
Cloudy, light rain, thunderstorms +28 ° С in the afternoon +24 ° С at night ° С water |
Cloudy, light rain, thunderstorms +29 ° С in the day +24 ° С at night ° С water |
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Book popular Johor Bahru hotels at the best prices
| Thistle Johor Bahru from 4 602 rubles Johor Bahru Jalan Sungai Chat | Renaissance Johor Bahru from 5 948 rubles Johor Bahru 2, Jalan Permas 11, Bandar Baru Permas Jaya, | The Puteri Pacific Johor Bahru from 3 238 rubles Johor Bahru Jalan Abdullah Ibrahim |
| Doubletree by Hilton Johor Bahru from 4 874 rubles Johor Bahru No. 12 Jalan Ngee Heng | Bayu Marina Resort from 2 471 rubles Johor Bahru No 1, Jalan Bayu Puteri 2/1, Taman Bayu Puteri, Tebrau, Johor Bahru, Malaysia 80150 | M Suites Hotel Johor Bahru from 2 659 rubles Johor Bahru 16 Jalan Skudai, Straits View |
| 11 @ Century Hotel from 2 352 rubles Johor Bahru 94, Jalan Pelanduk, off Jalan Harimau, Taman Century, | Tropical Inn Johor Bahru from 2 506 rubles Johor Bahru No 15, Jalan Gereja | Hallmark Regency Hotel from 1,841 rubles Johor Bahru 16, Jalan Harimau Taman Abad |
| Euro + Hotel from 1 432 rubles Johor Bahru No. 97 Jalan Bestari 1/5 | i-Hotel Skudai from 1 347 rubles Johor Bahru 179 & 181, Jalan Baestri 1/5, Taman Nusa Bestari, Skudai | Hotel Seri Malaysia Johor Bahru from 2 557 rubles Johor Bahru Lot 17648, Jalan Langkasuka |
Entertainment, excursions and attractions of Johor Bahru
The mosque of Sultan Abu Bakar is on the top of a hill, from there an amazing view of the Johor Strait opens. Nearby is the Grand Palace (Istan Besar, Museum of Sultan Abu Bakar). There are exhibits associated with the royal family, including rarities, collected by the Sultan Abu Bakar. In the North Wing there is a throne room and a museum, all court ceremonies, state receptions and banquets take place here. A stone's throw from the building is a rather extensive Palace garden in an amazing Japanese style.
The palace of Istana Bukit Sirin, which today is occupied by the ruling sultan, is of interest. It is closed to visitors, but, passing by, you can admire its luxurious garden. The building. Sultan Ibrahim is located on the Bukit Timbalan hill.
Datran Bandarayya Square ("city square") is interesting for its fountain, minaret and clock tower. This is a favorite place for evening walks of citizens. The Johor Free Trade Zone is the largest duty-free trade center in Malaysia. It includes a hotel, a center for mass events, a floating restaurant with a nightclub and a five-story shopping podium. From here ferries leave for Singapore and Indonesia, customs and border control posts are immediately located.
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