Johor Bahru is a major tourist center of Malaysia

Johor Bahru is the second largest city in Malaysia and the southernmost city of the Eurasian continent. And although on the neighboring island-state of Singapore there is a specially decorated place with a large inscription "The most south point Eurasia" is not true. The southernmost point is located just east of the bridge connecting Singapore to the continent, and is located in Johor Bahru.

The city itself is small and lives now for the most part due to the fact that the most successful and richest city in Asia, Singapore, is located nearby. When that is small settlement belonged to the Sultan of Johor until he ceded Singapore to an English bespectacled man named Raffles. The founding father of the port, Sir Stamford Raffles, is very revered in Singapore, streets, hotels, schools bear his name, but for some reason he is not mentioned at all in neighboring Johor Bahru Europeans, the rafflesia flower is the largest and most unusual flower of the rain equatorial jungle. The friend soon died, and the flower began to be named after Raffles, without mentioning the second brave explorer. This is such an injustice.

1 kilometer wide strait between JB (JB) - as the locals call Johor Bahru and Singapore. The multi-lane highway is always full of buses, cars and motorcycles. Many Malays live in JB and commute to work in Singapore, Friday nights and other peak hours can be stuck in traffic for quite some time.

After Singapore, after going through passport control and going outside, you immediately see the difference in living standards between the two states. And although Malaysia is the most prosperous country South-East Asia, and Johor Bahru is its most dynamically developing city - they were not even close.

But the inhabitants of Jabi seem to me more friendly and smiling, many nationalities come here to earn money, Indian and Chinese communities have flourished since time immemorial, people from Borneo and Sumatra are often found.


Due to the influx of poorly educated and low-income segments of the population, the crime rate in Johor Bahru is quite high, after dark you almost never meet “white” tourists, there are very few of them in general, sometimes you come across these:

For there is almost nothing to see in the city. A mosque, a fortress, a few temples - in general, nothing outstanding. Tourists come here mainly from Kuala Lumpur, so that they can then immediately cross to Singapore, or, conversely, from Singapore to continue their journey through Malaysia. Singaporeans themselves attend JB on the day off - to have cheaper shopping or have fun in karaoke bars with girls or ladyboys (again, cheaper than in Singapore). Immediately after the huge border and customs complex, a large cereal area begins, which adjoins city-square - dozens of chip hotels, bars, shops, life on the streets does not stop for a minute - street cafes are open around the clock. There are also several high-rise buildings right there, but they look somehow out of place and unkempt. The underground trade in Viagra and other pharmaceutical achievements is flourishing:

If you want to go from Singapore to the nearest Malaysian "resorts" Dezaru and the islands of the Pahang reserve (Tioman, Rawa, Ayur and Cebu), then you can not miss Johor Bahru. His bus station called Larkin and the cost of a two-hour trip to the above points will be no more than 6 USD. Taxi will cost 50.

The second most popular place in JB is the area east of the border checkpoint, there is an interesting place called "duty free", you can buy alcohol and cigarettes at Duty free prices, but, as your own experience has shown, you can only take it out by paying a tax that negates all costs and efforts. Either drink on the spot or return it back :)

Also in ZhB a lot dental clinics who can not give a few thousand dollars for dental treatment in Singapore - comes here

You can stay on a budget, but purely for 70-100 ringit (20-30 USD). On the ceilings in some hotels, we noticed mysterious arrows with the inscription "kiblat", in every other room or hotel they were directed in different directions and pointed to something incomprehensible. The version with a fire exit was not confirmed by the absence of one.

Then it dawned on me: this is the direction to Mecca. Malaysians are Muslims. Loudspeakers from mosques begin to work early in the morning - if you have a light sleep, you have a chance of not getting enough sleep. No religious prejudice is felt, although I read in some guidebook in Russian that in no case should one talk about religion here. Don't know. A Malaysian friend enthusiastically showed me photographs of his hajj to Mecca, and our conversation had no visible tension. Once we had the opportunity to visit the apartment of a simple Malaysian couple. The guy rents an apartment in a high-rise building, but he goes to work in Singapore. Gel-friend is also working. Abdul and Sha. It was interesting to see their home. I liked the large aquarium with fish, which the girl carefully looks after:



Their everyday life not much different from the life of similar couples, say, in Novosibirsk. Is that. that they live in Johor Bahru :)
Residents of the city and "guests of the capital" are very reckless, on the sidewalks you can participate in several types of divorces

There are McDonalds and pizza huts, but the vast majority of spicy Malay, Indian and Chinese food

Being 150 kilometers from the equator, Johor Bahru boasts an equatorial climate :) On any day, the bright sun can shine or it can rain torrentially. A little more rain in December-January, a little less in June-July.

We usually stop a block away from this Indian temple, on the wall of which a very touching sculptural installation was discovered:

There are many Indian shops around, you can buy incense for example:

And in this restaurant for 17-20 ringit you can eat a delicious stingray baked in garlic on a bamboo leaf. The picture was taken well past midnight. when the elite public has already resolved:

We love this city very much. WELLCOME TO JB!))

The capital of the Malaysian state of Johor is called Johor Bahru. In the people this charming city called JB. Now it is a densely populated center of tourism, in which they have hotels. international level, modern shopping malls and entertainment centers. Singaporeans often rest in this city. This city is a frequent stopover along the way. East Coast countries to the city of Desaru. If you want to try something exotic, go on vacation to Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Prices, beaches, entertainment and attractions will remain in memory for a long time.

This city is located five hours drive from the capital city of Kuala Lumpur. If you want to shorten the distance, then go to toll road, which stretches for only 220 km and will take you three hours. You can go to Johor Bahru and other resorts from the capital by plane of one of local airlines or go by bus.

Trains depart from Singapore that connect this city with other Malaysian states and pass through Johor Bora. Singapore and Johor Bora are connected by a road that runs along a dam. There is also customs and border control. Thirty kilometers from the city to the southeast there is another bridge connecting the Malaysian Tanjung Kupang and the Singaporean Tuas.

You can stay in Johor Bora in one of the many hotels. By the way, they are very inexpensive compared to hotels in other countries. For example, in popular five-star hotels you can stay for 3000 - 3500 rubles. In other inexpensive hotels, you can spend the night for 1000 - 1500 rubles.

Attractions Johor Boru

One of the main attractions of Johor Boru is a mosque built in honor of Sultan Abu Bakar. It is located on a hill. From the height of this hill offers a wonderful view of the Strait of Johor. Nearby is the Grand Palace, which houses an exposition that stores rare and remarkable things that are somehow connected with the Sultan's family. In the northern part of the palace there is a museum, as well as a throne room, where all state ceremonies, receptions and banquets are held. Very close to this building is the Palace Garden, made in a charming Japanese style.

Excursions in the Istana Bukit Sirin Palace are very interesting. This palace is currently the residence of the ruling Sultan. Visitors are forbidden to enter it, but you can admire the building from the side, as well as view the beautiful garden. This building is located at the top of Bukit Timbalan hill.

We also recommend walking along Dataran Bandaraya Square. There is something to see here. For example, in this place there is a very beautiful fountain and a high minaret with a clock tower. The townspeople love to relax here in the evenings. Johor Bahru has the country's largest complex with very low prices - a free trade zone. This complex includes a shopping podium on five floors, night club, floating restaurant, hotel and event center. Ferries depart from this place to the territory of Sigapur and Indonesia. Here you can go through border and customs control.

How to move around the city?

Rides around the city public transport. The genus by this concept means buses, there are no other public transport and metro in this city.

You can also get around the city by taxi. By the way, there are two types of them in the city. Some cars are painted red, while others are blue. The difference between such cars is that blue cars carry passengers exclusively within the city limits. At the same time, a blue taxi takes exactly twice as much for its services. There is no need to bargain with taxi drivers. All of them work on counters. Therefore, pay attention that the taxi must have a meter, otherwise the taxi driver will tell you the amount "from the ceiling."

What is the weather like in Johor Bahru?

This area belongs to the tropical equatorial climate. Therefore, the weather here is constantly hot and humid. You will see this for yourself on vacation in 2019. The temperature never changes significantly. The average air temperature is about 26-30 degrees Celsius.

Basically, the weather here is almost always beautiful, even the rainy season cannot become an obstacle to spending holidays in 2019 in this particular city. Showers in this area are warm and end quickly. The hot sun constantly shines throughout the year. But still the most attractive time for a holiday in this area is from November to February.

Where can you dine?

The state capital of Johor is a major tourist region. It has a lot of restaurants that offer international cuisine. There are also traditional McDonald's here, so don't worry and don't be afraid to be hungry. In addition, there are small cafes that serve Vietnamese, Malay and Chinese inexpensive dishes to visitors.

The basis of almost any local dish is rice, processed in different ways. Usually all dishes are prepared from unleavened rice and complemented with hot spices. Malay cuisine does not involve the use of pork. Yet this meat can be found. Most dishes are prepared from beef, chicken, other types of poultry and lamb. Also be sure to use fish.

Tourist safety

Although this city regularly a large number of tourists and visiting businessmen, Johor Bahru is one of the very calm and safe places for tourists. Here you can safely walk along the city streets both in daylight and in the dark. Usually the worst thing that can happen to tourists in this city is pickpocketing. Therefore, still be vigilant when you are in places where a lot of people accumulate. In recent months, scammers from Malaysia began to actively carry out fraud with cards. Therefore, try not to pay in this way in dubious places.

Be sure to get all the required vaccinations and do not drink tap water. It is better to buy bottled water or, in extreme cases, boiled. Women should dress modestly when walking around the city. If you visit a temple, be sure to remove your shoes. Your clothing in this case should cover your legs and arms completely.

There are hotels in Johor Bahru, here you can do duty-free shopping. The city has a ferry terminal (from there ferries go to the Indonesian islands of Batam and Bintan) on Jalan-Ibrahim-Sultan street.

In addition to restaurants and malls, visitors can visit an extensive market, and not far from the Lido Waterfront outdoor swimming pool, the Masjid of Sultan Abu Bakar sparkles with shimmering white marble, the Abu Bakar Royal Museum and the Istana Gardens - the old palace with a Japanese tea house and the Sultan's private zoo, which open to the public.

Istana Besar Palace (Grand Palace), built in neoclassical style, is now used for various official ceremonies; modern sultans moved further north to modern Istana Bukit Serene with a 32 m high tower. Among other sights, the clock tower in colonial style towering above the city square of Dataran Bandaraya. IN art gallery (Galeri Seni), built in 1910 in the style traditional for this period, clothes, weapons, coins and manuscripts are exhibited, as well as calligraphic works, ceramics and other works of art.

Neighborhood of Johor Bahru

Endow Rompin National Park

This park lies on the border between the states of Johor and Pahang. Square national park Endow-Rompin 870 km² of forests and rivers. It quickly gained an excellent reputation among travelers as an alternative to the popular Taman Negara Park. This park is home to Malayan tigers, Asian elephants, wild boars and the largest population of Sumatran rhinos in the Malay Peninsula. Many representatives of other species of the animal world also live here, such as binturongs. (either cats or bears), white-handed gibbons (lares)- the only species of great apes on the peninsula. Of the huge number of species of birds living here, the hornbill and large argus pheasants should be mentioned. Endau Rompin is also home to the Jakung tribe of the Orang Asli people.

This park is less civilized than the parks of Sarawak and Sabah, so it looks more untouched. Endow-Rompin is to some extent a challenge for the most adventurous travelers. Accommodation options here are limited to chalets, dormitories and three park campsites located at Batu Hampar, Upeh Guling and Buaya Sangkut. For a walk in the park, you must take a guide or participate in a general tour.

From Johor Bahru, you can take the North-South Expressway towards Kluang and stop for a walk around the city of Kahang. From there, a 56-kilometer jungle road leads to the entrance to Kampung Peta National Park, which can only be reached by a four-wheel drive car. There is a visitor center and entrance to national park. There is another way - you can get there with a three-hour boat trip from the village of Felda Nitar II. The entrance to the park is strictly controlled, there are very strict instructions for behavior in the national park itself, they also determine the length of stay there.

South coast of Johor

There are three sites in Johor that are protected by the RAMSAR Wetlands Convention, which is of global importance. Unlike the Johor National Park at Pulau Kukup and Tanjung Piai, Sungai Pulay Park does not have boardwalks from which to view the mangrove ecosystem with countless species. wildlife, such as smooth-coated otters, spectacled thinbodies, mudskippers (kind of fish) and kingfishers. Sungai Pulai is located close enough to the second bridge connecting Malaysia (Johor) and Singapore (western border of the country). Most The best way explore the mangroves of the park - join a river cruise with a guide from the Orang Seletar tribe of the Orang Asli people.

Desaru and northern islands

The 25 km strip of golden sands of Desaru can be reached by road via Kota Tinggi or by the Senai-Desaru highway starting at International Airport Senai. If you are traveling through Kota Tinggi and are a bird lover, you should pre-book a pass to the Panti Bird Sanctuary located 8 km north of Kota Tinggi. But if you are driving on the Senai - Desaru highway, you should stop by Pasir Gudang. It is home to the Layang Layang Museum, dedicated to the history of kites, and at the beginning of the year, the annual World Kite Festival is held, a colorful spectacle not to be missed. There are also interesting events for fans of car racing - Johor auto racing is held here, where spectators can watch international competitions.

Desaru is 55 km further east, it is the first major seaside resort designed for Singaporeans. There are several large hotels and golf courses, but travelers on a more modest budget will also find reasonably priced chalets.

In the sea, not far from the resorts of Mersing, there are islands - Pulau Rawa, Pulau Tengah, Pulau Besar, Pulau Tinggi and Pulau Sibu - with white sandy beaches, coral reefs and affordable housing. In Mersing you can hire a boat to take you to one of these isolated islands.

The large industrial center of Johor Bahru is an attractive place for business and trade. Thanks to the difference in exchange rates and the dam built back in 1924, Singaporeans come here for shopping and entertainment. Tourists should do the same and not stay more than 2-3 days.

Johor Bahru is very pretty in places - there are greenery and parks here, but garbage on the streets is taken for granted. Significant mosques for the city, museums and a huge number of shopping galleries and restaurants - that's the whole set for an introductory walk.

Travelers use Johor Bahru only as a transit point for trips to the local Legoland (Legoland), historical city Malacca and the beaches of Tioman Island. All that's left in between is shopping, a number of attractions, and the search for non-spicy food. Such a schedule is ideal for a temporary stay in Johor Bahru, which will be remembered from the best side and will not have time to get bored.

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How to get to Johor Bahru

The easiest way to get to Johor Bahru is by bus or taxi from Singapore, as the cities are connected by a dam (Causeway). The destination is very popular and therefore extremely busy, especially on weekends.

Express buses depart from stops in front of Kranji and Boon Lay MTR stations, as well as from Queen Street and Jurong bus interchange terminals. Buses of the Singapore carrier SBS Transit also run to Johor Bahru - No. 160 from the Jurong East Interchange terminal and No. 170 from the Kranji metro station.

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Johor Bahru are operated by companies Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, Firefly and Malindo Air. This type of travel will cost more than a land trip through the dam.

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In Johor Bahru there is a sufficient number of hotels of various categories. Hostels here are not as common as Malacca, Kuala Lumpur or Georgetown, but budget accommodation in the central district is possible from 40 ringgit per day. Hotels outside the city will cost even less. There are currently about 12 budget hotels near Jalan Meldrum - Hotel Dragon Inn , Gateway, Grand Paradise, Hanyasatu, Hawaii, Hong Kong, J.B., Meldrum, T-Hotel, Citrus Hotel . In each of them you can find a double room for less than 100 ringgits.

You can count on the average price category from 150 ringgits in hotels: Bliss Boutique Hotel, JB Central Hotel, Tropical Inn, Straits View Hotel and New York Hotel. As a rule, such hotels have a good restaurant and a private pool. A room in luxury hotels starts from 200 ringgits. Five-star comfort in Johor Bahru is offered by: Grand BlueWave Hotel, M Suites Hotel, Grand Paragon Hotel, Crystal Crown Hotel, Mutiara Hotel and others.

Shopping in Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru has a large number of shopping galleries, but all of them are aimed at local and visiting Singaporeans. On holidays and on weekends, the city is literally flooded with tourists from Singapore who love to shop and relax here. Malaysian prices due to the difference in exchange rates are much lower in Johor Bahru, which makes shopping, restaurants and other entertainment much more attractive.

For small shopping, head downtown to Dataran Bandaraya Square or the popular Festive Street Mall. Clothing, shoes, electronics, children's goods and accessories are best found in large urban malls. Holiday Plaza Shopping Center (Jalan Dato Sulaiman) is located 5 km from Johor Bahru and includes about 440 stores. You can’t count on restaurant food in it, there is only a fast food zone for a snack.

City Square Shopping Center is considered one of the the best places for shopping, primarily because of the proximity to the Johor-Singapore dam. It contains about 270 shops, a cinema and a food court. The largest shopping malls include KSL City Mall (Jalan Seladang, 33), which has 350 stores and 70 restaurants, as well as the duty free center Johor Bahru duty free Zone (st. Jalan Ibrahim Sultan, 88).

For brands, you should go to the Padini outlet next to small town Kulai. More than 80 brands have been collected on its territory, including Guess, Lacoste, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Armani.

Another remarkable place for purchases is considered Night market(Pasar Malam) with a variety of local products. On Mondays, it is open near the Holiday Plaza shopping center, and on Tuesdays it moves to Pelangi Square (Taman Pelangi).

Legoland in Johor Bahru

Legoland appears on almost every list of must-see tourist places. In Johor Bahru, he won an honorable first place. From colored bricks they laid out a whole theme park, and supplemented it with a water park, which is so necessary for a hot climate. It is allowed to fall into childhood throughout Legoland, which is as much as 310 square meters. km and is divided into 7 thematic zones. Attractions in the form of trains, carousels and slides are designed for children, but adults will also get impressions here.

Legoland attractions are available for children at least 110 cm tall. To avoid
queues to go to Legoland is best in weekdays and in the morning.

The most impressive part of the park is Miniland, where models of the most famous Asian sights are collected. Each building and its surrounding landscape is assembled from a construction set, while all the toy buses and cars move, creating the impression of a completely real city. The Malaysian version of the miniatures took 30 million Lego bricks and 3 years of work to build. Also within the park are own hotel and a company store, where the famous designer is presented in all shapes and sizes. In addition to Legoland, young travelers will be interested in visiting the Sanrio Hello Kitty Town and Angry Birds Activity Park theme parks.

Johor Bahru or JB, as the locals called it, is the second most important Malay city and, concurrently, the southernmost city in Eurasia. This charming and lively capital southern state Johor is a bustling and lively tourist center with modern shopping malls, entertainment venues, numerous international restaurants and hotels. However, the special flavor of Johor Bahru lies in its special rhythm of life. Well, thanks to an incredibly successful combination of their own well-being and proximity to Singapore, it is always full of foreigners, both tourists and business people. By the way, most of the guests of the city are Singaporeans who come here on vacation. For this reason, the multi-lane highway that connects Johor Bahru to Singapore is always filled with buses, cars and motorcycles.

Climate and weather

This area is dominated by the equatorial tropical climate so the weather here is hot and humid all year round. Significant temperature changes are almost never observed here, and on average the air warms up to +26...+30 °С.

In general, the weather in Johor Bahru is always excellent, so you can come here even during the rainy season (April-May and October-December). The fact is that the showers here are warm and not too long, and the hot tropical sun shines all year round. Although the best time to relax in this region is the period from mid-November to the first half of February.

Nature

Johor Bahru is the southernmost city in the country and throughout continental Asia. It is located on the coast Malay Peninsula, very close to Singapore, from which it is separated Strait of Johor.

Johor Bahru lies in a very picturesque and ecologically rich area with big amount river systems and wetlands. Of course, the land here is very fertile, so extensive pineapple and coconut plantations stretch around the city.

Attractions

Johor Bahru has a lot of interesting historical buildings that are definitely recommended for all guests of this magnificent Asian city. One of the main attractions of Johor Bahru is the luxurious Palace of Sultan Abu Bakar, within the walls of which is now located Royal Museum with a collection of gold coins, weapons, antiques, works of art and other valuables that belonged to the royal family. Another popular building is glass temple which was built in 2009. It is noteworthy that 90% of this building consists of multi-colored glass mosaics. cannot be overlooked and Mosque of Abu Bakar, which is considered one of the most beautiful in the country, perhaps because it is made in an unusual combination of neoclassical and Islamic styles. Another important building of Johor Bahru can be called Istana Palace Bukit Sirina, which today is the residence of the current Sultan. In this regard, the palace is closed for visits and excursions, but its luxurious garden is available to tourists.

One of the most popular places in the city can be called a luxurious square. Dataran Bandaraya where it is always full of tourists. On its territory there is a minaret, a beautiful fountain and clock tower, and is surrounded by numerous shops selling fresh fruits and local delicacies, as well as products of local artisans.

Another very interesting and popular attraction is located 30 km from Johor Bahru. Here, right at the foot Pulai mountains, located beautiful orchid valley, which is one of the world's largest plantations of these beautiful flowers.

Nutrition

Johor Bahru is a lively tourist destination with many restaurants serving both Asian and European cuisine. You can always eat here too. McDonald's or at a small cafe offering inexpensive Vietnamese, Chinese or Malay spicy dishes. Of course, establishments that specialize in the national cuisine of the country, of which there are a lot, are especially popular among tourists. The basis of most Malay dishes is rice in different variations. The most commonly used is unleavened rice naxi» with various additions « lauk and hot spices. Traditional Malay cuisine never uses pork, although this does not mean that you will not find dishes from this product here. But in general, lamb, chicken, beef and fish are more often used here as meat.

If we talk about specific Malay dishes, then their choice is simply colossal. First of all, it is recommended to taste rice noodles with different fillings, fried rice " nasi goreng» with shrimps, eggs and vegetables, beef stewed in coconut milk « rendang» and chicken skewers « satay» with sweet and sour sauce. Also, you can not ignore the buffalo tail soup " ecor", salad with pineapple, cucumbers and shrimp pancakes" rojak", fish curry with rice " nasi dagang and spicy chicken soup soto ayam". For dessert it is recommended to order pancakes. roti chanai» stuffed with fruits or colorful jelly « kachang».

The most popular drinks are tea, coffee, fresh juices and coconut milk, which is sold on the streets right in the nuts. Alcoholic beverages in Malaysia are not consumed and are not particularly welcome. They are mainly served in hotels and restaurants, although beer and wine can be bought at any major supermarket.

Accommodation

Due to its popularity among travelers, especially respectable Singaporeans, Johor Bahru has a large number of excellent hotels that meet all generally accepted standards. At the same time, the cost of living here is much cheaper than in the same Singapore.

So, prices for accommodation in resort hotel KSL Hotel & Resort(5*) start from 80$ and at the hotel The ZON Regency, which is located on the territory of the duty-free complex - from $ 57. The city also has a wide selection of 4 and 3* hotels that offer the full range of services necessary for a comfortable stay. Well, for the most budget travelers Democratic guest houses are provided here.

Entertainment and recreation

Johor Bahru has a large number of entertainment and shopping malls, so the guests of the city will definitely not be bored. The most famous and popular place for leisure activities can be safely called a giant duty-free complex called Johor Bahru Duty Free Zone. It includes a huge conference hall, a luxurious floating restaurant, a trendy nightclub and four floors of shopping malls. There are also regular ferries to Indonesia and Singapore from here.

For lovers of gastronomic adventures, the city has a lot of restaurants and cafes, and fans active rest It is proposed to visit sports fields and golf courses. You can also take a walk in the magnificent garden. Istana Gardens which is located on the territory of the castle Istana Bukit Serene, and visit the adjacent zoological garden.

The surroundings of the city are also fraught with many excellent places for rich holiday. For example, here you can see vast plantations of pineapples, coconut palms and heveas, which are adjacent to small picturesque villages-kampungs. And 88 km from Johor Bahru is a bustling resort Desaru zone, whose guests are provided with a long strip of excellent sandy beaches. In this place you can always go snorkeling and go catamaran, water skiing or canoeing.

Purchases

Johor Bahru can be safely called one of the best shopping centers in the country. Of course, the most popular place to shop is the duty free complex. Johor Bahru Duty Free Zone, in the walls of which there are long malls with a variety of products. It is noteworthy that on its territory you can buy cigarettes, alcohol and some other goods at very low prices. However, they can be taken out of the complex only by paying a tax, which nullifies all efforts.

In addition to the aforementioned complex, there are many excellent retail outlets in the city, for example, large shopping centers Kotaraya Plaza,Tun Abdul Razak Complex And Bazaars as well as numerous evening markets. In these places, shoppers can find almost anything: fashion, jewelry, appliances, electronics, fresh food, and more. For original souvenirs, it is recommended to go to Mawar Complex, where the Karjanek Handicraft Center and the exhibition hall of the Corporation for the Development of Folk Crafts are located. Also great place for original purchases can become Johor Handicraft Center, which attracts customers with batik fabrics, woven mats and other handmade items. And finally, it is worth visiting the complex Sri Ayu Batik Industries, where you can look at the process of making copper products, brocade and batik, and then buy them.

Also, the windows of small shops, souvenir shops and supermarkets are everywhere in the city, and Indian incense, souvenirs and all sorts of little things are sold right on the streets.

Transport

32 km from the center of Johor Bahru is airport them. Sultan Ismail so the easiest way to get here is by air. The city can also be reached by car or intercity bus. On average, the journey from the capital will take about 5 hours, however, if you use the toll highway North South Expressway, the travel time can be reduced by two hours. You can also get here by train (from Singapore and major cities West Malaysia). Directly with Singapore, Johor Bahru is connected by a dam with railway tracks and a highway, where customs control points are located.

You can use buses or taxis to get around the city. By bus, you can get to almost anywhere in the city, and the fare in this form of transport is very cheap. Taxis in Johor Bahru are metered and fares are low as well. At night, the fare is much more expensive.

The city has a large number of companies offering car rental. In order to rent a car, there are only two conditions: international driving license and age from 23 to 60 years. You will also need to pay insurance against theft and several local premiums.

Connection

In Malaysia, communications are at a decent level: it is well organized and is a modern communications system. In this regard, Johor Bahru is no exception. Payphones are installed literally everywhere: at the airport, in shopping centers, near shops and public buildings, on bus stops etc. Everyone can call from such machines, as there are rules for using the booths. Almost all vending machines work with phone cards Telecom which are sold almost everywhere. In some places, you can accidentally stumble upon an outdated "coin" machine. There is no possibility to call abroad from such a device.

Cellular communication (GSM) is carried out through three major Malay operators, the coverage area includes the entire territory of Malaysia and Singapore.

Internet access is available in most hotels, but it is much cheaper to go to one of the many Internet cafes.

Safety

Despite its busy life and a large number of guests, Johor Bahru is a fairly calm and safe city, the streets of which you can walk both day and night. As a rule, the most serious trouble that can happen to a tourist here is pickpocketing. For this reason, in crowded places, for example, in shopping centers, you should be more careful. also in Lately Malaysian scammers are actively mastering fraud with credit cards, so it is recommended to pay with them only in reputable establishments.

Before the trip, it will not be superfluous to prevent hepatitis A and B, as well as polio and typhoid. We do not recommend drinking tap water; it is safer to give preference to boiled or bottled water.

Business climate

Johor Bahru is the most important industrial, commercial and commercial center of the country, the business life of which is in full swing. The industry here is represented by electronics, petrochemistry and shipbuilding. The city has large business, commercial and industrial districts, as well as a number of tourist areas. Such a prosperous development of Johor Bahru is due to the close neighborhood of Singapore, with which he maintains close economic relations. The conditions for starting your own business in this city are simply excellent and promise profitable prospects.

Real estate

Real estate in Johor Bahru is represented by both residential and commercial properties of the different levels. At the same time, the demand for it here is very high, since prices here, compared with foreign cities the same level, just funny. Basically, local real estate is bought by residents of Singapore, with which Johor Bahru has close economic ties. In general, any foreigner has the right to purchase local real estate. However, there is one important condition for this - its cost must be at least 500 thousand ringgits (about $ 161 thousand).

The city's duty free complex provides a huge selection of branded alcohol at very attractive prices, which are an order of magnitude lower than in other shopping centers in the city. However, there is a paradox here. The fact is that it is impossible to take alcohol out of the complex without paying a tax. Of course, it can be consumed "on the spot", but this is hardly a good idea. The same goes for some other goods, such as cigarettes.