Located at the southern most tip of the Eurasian land mass is the city of Johor Bahru. Just on the border of Malaysia and Singapore, this lively city is home to a number of fun and amazing attractions and activities. The city boasts a unique culture mixing old and new. One minute, you might be at The Zone shopping center watching women in traditional burqas traveling around the five stories in search for various objects that can't be found in the local markets. Aside from shopping, Johor Bahru has a number of amazing things to offer you and our travel mates. Whether visiting for a couple of days or more than a week, you are sure to fund plenty of things to do.
One place that particularly stands out as a key tourist attraction and a look into Malaysia's cultural past is Pasir Pelangi. Pasir Pelangi is Johor Bahru's royal village, which has been around since the very early 1900's. Not only is it a palace, but it is also home to a horse riding school open to the public. It may be one of the very few royal palaces in the world that is functionally open to the public. The royal grounds are also home to the Royal Johor Polo Club where privileged guests can attend tournaments and private parties.
The Pasir Pelangi horse riding school is on a smaller portion of the royal grounds, so guests to the school will have the opportunity to visit elsewhere when taking lessons. Surrounding Pasir Pelangi are a number of farms where horse riding students will be able to visit as well as grab a glimpse of the beautiful scenic environment that meshes with the bustling city. The horse riding grounds of Pasir Pelangi also has a dining hall where guests can enjoy a refreshing beverage or filling meal. Guests to the grounds are also invited to stay and relax whilst a loved one is out on the course learning about the equestrian enthusiast lifestyle. Since parts of Malaysia have strict guidelines against the use of alcohol, the dining hall at Pasir Pelangi does not offer free choice of beverages such as beer and spirits, but does have a number of non-alcoholic drinks. Admission to Pasir Pelangi is free though the riding lessons are not. Most of the well-organized Johor Bahru hotels have a lot of information on the local tourist attractions including the riding lessons. A tour agent at your hotel or at a local office will be able to give you the full details on current prices.
The Pasir Pelangi is also home to an Islamic mosque where believers can go to pray and here sermons in celebration of their beliefs. It is also home to some truly stunning architecture. White and gold shine and simmer in the sun attracting eyes from miles away. A massive and impressive gold dome marks the center of the main palatial building. Guests are free to roam the grounds of the village though entrance and tour into the palace is reserved only for special bookings. In addition to the polo club and riding grounds, there are a number of historic an abandoned building that retain some of the initiate and intricate detailed architecture of the past.
Some other things to look for when visiting Malaysia include the distinct mix of cultures as well as some of the most scrumptious foods. Malaysia is currently nearly half Malay and half mixed of various others including Chinese and Indian. Chinese culture is prevalent and there are many Chinese temples spread throughout the city.
One place that particularly stands out as a key tourist attraction and a look into Malaysia's cultural past is Pasir Pelangi. Pasir Pelangi is Johor Bahru's royal village, which has been around since the very early 1900's. Not only is it a palace, but it is also home to a horse riding school open to the public. It may be one of the very few royal palaces in the world that is functionally open to the public. The royal grounds are also home to the Royal Johor Polo Club where privileged guests can attend tournaments and private parties.
The Pasir Pelangi horse riding school is on a smaller portion of the royal grounds, so guests to the school will have the opportunity to visit elsewhere when taking lessons. Surrounding Pasir Pelangi are a number of farms where horse riding students will be able to visit as well as grab a glimpse of the beautiful scenic environment that meshes with the bustling city. The horse riding grounds of Pasir Pelangi also has a dining hall where guests can enjoy a refreshing beverage or filling meal. Guests to the grounds are also invited to stay and relax whilst a loved one is out on the course learning about the equestrian enthusiast lifestyle. Since parts of Malaysia have strict guidelines against the use of alcohol, the dining hall at Pasir Pelangi does not offer free choice of beverages such as beer and spirits, but does have a number of non-alcoholic drinks. Admission to Pasir Pelangi is free though the riding lessons are not. Most of the well-organized Johor Bahru hotels have a lot of information on the local tourist attractions including the riding lessons. A tour agent at your hotel or at a local office will be able to give you the full details on current prices.
The Pasir Pelangi is also home to an Islamic mosque where believers can go to pray and here sermons in celebration of their beliefs. It is also home to some truly stunning architecture. White and gold shine and simmer in the sun attracting eyes from miles away. A massive and impressive gold dome marks the center of the main palatial building. Guests are free to roam the grounds of the village though entrance and tour into the palace is reserved only for special bookings. In addition to the polo club and riding grounds, there are a number of historic an abandoned building that retain some of the initiate and intricate detailed architecture of the past.
Some other things to look for when visiting Malaysia include the distinct mix of cultures as well as some of the most scrumptious foods. Malaysia is currently nearly half Malay and half mixed of various others including Chinese and Indian. Chinese culture is prevalent and there are many Chinese temples spread throughout the city.
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