Traditional Malay arts and crafts capital of Kelantan
Kelantan's capital preserves traditional Malay arts and crafts culture where silk-weaving, batik-making, and wood-carving continue in family workshops. The wet market overflows with tropical produce and seafood while mosques and palaces reflect Islamic sultanate heritage. Kota Bharu remains the heartland of Malay cultural tradition.
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