There are several states in the Peninsula whose beaches face the South China Sea, while the larger part face the Strait of Malacca. Among the states in the Peninsula that face the South China Sea are Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang and part of Johor.
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Because these states face the South China Sea, they are rich in quality seafood and very beautiful sea views. In Kota Bharu, for example, there are several beaches that draw both locals and tourists.
Here we list 5 interesting beaches in Kota Bharu.
1. Pantai Cahaya Bulan
This beach has been famous among visitors and local residents since long ago. Among the reasons this beach is famous is its atmosphere. Because this beach is so frequently visited, many stalls, especially food stalls, have opened up along that stretch of coastline. Among the famous menu items at Pantai Cahaya Bulan is flour-fried seafood. The price depends on the stall you go to and the quantity you take.
2. Pantai Nusuk
In recent times, Pantai Nusuk has begun to draw visitors, whether from within the state or from outside. This is because of its calm atmosphere and the gentle, breezy movement of the wind. Pantai Nusuk is also one of the beaches where you can come and swim. Its calm waves and flat beach surface make it one of the suitable spots for enjoying the fun of swimming. There is also a variety of food shops selling all kinds of dishes.
3. Pantai Senok
Located near the estuary, this beach is one that is increasingly becoming famous nowadays. If you intend to visit this beach, you’ll need to rely on a navigation app, as the state of the road will make your journey here difficult. The view of this beach, with its rows of casuarina trees, has become one of the unique features of Pantai Senok.
Because this beach has no caretaker, some irresponsible visitors have come and littered it. So, it’s advised that if you want to visit this beach and do activities such as picnicking or barbecuing, you should clean up afterwards. This is to ensure the beach stays clean at all times.
4. Pantai Mek Mas
You may never have heard the name of this beach, but it is also one of the visitor attractions in Kota Bharu. Its geography is sandy hills, the result of a state government initiative that placed sand excavated from a nearby area there. Now, Pantai Mek Mas looks like one of the sand dunes of the Sahara that happens to have a beach. This beach is not suitable for bathing and there are no stalls open. So visitors only come here to enjoy the view.
5. Pantai Tapang
Pantai Tapang is one of the beautiful, lovely beaches in the state of Kelantan. Located in Kota Bharu, this beach is adorned with rows of coconut trees and various kinds of stalls built using red brick to further lift the beach’s charm. There are also many facilities at this beach that you can enjoy. Among them are swings, a bridge and decorated seating, perfect for anyone who loves taking photos.
This beach is also very clean, as it is looked after by the traders and the beach caretakers. This beach is also very suitable for camping but not suitable for bathing and swimming.
If you’re heading to Kota Bharu, Hotel Salaam Suites and Hotel Ma’Wa are both located in the city centre and make a great base for exploring all of these beaches.
