Crystal Crown Hotel Johor Bahru, Johor, Peninsular Malaysia

	LOCATION
	ABOUT JOHOR BAHRU
	GETTING TO CRYSTAL CROWN
	GENERAL INFORMATION

ROYAL ABU BAKAR MUSEUM
(The Grand Palace Johor)
This beautiful palace was commissioned by Sultan Abu Bakar who laid the foundation stone in 1864. One of the oldest buildings in Johor Bahru, The Grand Palace has a cosmopolitan architecture with clear Anglo-Malay influence. Today, the palace assumes an additional role as the Royal Abu Bakar Museum, displaying treasures of the royal collection.

PASIR GUDANG RACING CIRCUIT
The Federation International Motorcycle (FIM) has given the honour to this circuit to host one of the legs of World Motorcycle Championship in 1998. It is one of only two legs to be held in Asia. Despite its international status, this circuit is open to any motorsport enthusiasts to sample the thrill and spill of high speed adventure.

GUNUNG LEDANG RECREATIONAL FOREST
Crystal clear rivers and breathtaking waterfalls in tranquil, unspoilt environment welcome visitors to this area. Various amenities, including rest shades, dressing room, camping sites, food stalls and car park provided here. There are also tracks leading to the summit of Gunung Ledang.

ENDAU-ROMPIN NATIONAL PARK
Located on the Johor-Pahang border, this 2 ½ century old extensive low land forest is home to several rare and endangered species. This park is popular with conservationist and nature lovers who enjoy the wildlife and virgin environment.

GUNUNG ARONG RECREATIONAL FOREST
This forest of towering and shady trees and natural setting offer a refreshing retreat for visitors. There are popular picnic spots by the riverside, a garden and a well-equipped playground. Other facilities include rest shades, dressing room, toilet and treetop huts. Jungle trails are also provided for the more adventurous visitors.

GUNUNG BELUMUT RECREATIONAL FOREST
Lush greenery and ravishing wilderness await visitors. It is haven for camping, picnics and mountain climbing. Gunung Belumut promises exotic vegetation and breathtaking waterfalls.

GUNUNG PANTI RECREATIONAL FOREST
This recreational forest is a haven for those who like to camp. Facilities including campsites and temporary accommodation are provided for visitors. Rare species of flora and fauna can be found here.

PULAU TENGAH
This island was gazetted as a Marine Park due to the abundant marine life and rare species of fish and coral. Giant leatherback turtles come ashore to lay eggs yearly. Spacious and comfortable cottages are available for booking.

KUKUP
Kukup is a fishing village with houses on stilts at the water's edge. There are numerous restaurants on stilts serving delicious seafood. Handicraft and delicacies such as keropok, belacan and cencaluk are available in Kukup.

MUAR
This picturesque town is well known for its delicious and inexpensive foodstalls and restaurant. The tree-lined Tanjung is ideal for evening strolls. The waterfalls at the foot of Mount Ophir (Gunung Ledang) is accessible from Muar.

PULAU BESAR
Lying close to Pulau Rawa, Pulau Besar has been developed into an island resort, with chalets and restaurants. The glistening beaches, crystal blue waters and spectacular coral reefs are enchanting attractions.

ISTANA BUKIT SERENE
His Majesty The Sultan of Johor resides in this palace. Perched on high ground with a 350 m tower, the palace is a landmark to travellers coming from the north. It contains one of the most beautiful gardens in Johor and a private zoo.

KOTA TINGGI WATERFALLS
The waterfalls are a favourite spot for picnics and relaxation. The water cascades 34 m down into a pool deep enough for swimming. Fully furnished chalets complete with cooking facilities are available for booking.

MERSING
The town of Mersing, 135 km from Johor Bahru City is one of the staging points to the islands of Pulau Tioman, Pulau Rawa, Pulau Besar, Pulau Sibu, Pulau Sibu Tengah, and Pulau Tinggi. Visitors normally stay overnight at one of the hotels in this fishing port to catch the ferry services to the islands as the high tide is usually at 9.00 am.

LIDO BEACH
This sundrenched beach of Johor Bahru, stretching over 7 km provides city tourists a variety of water adventures from canoeing, sailing to cruising.

Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque

Mersing

Gunung Ledang Recreational Forest

Kota Tinggi Waterfalls

Sultan Ibrahim Building

SULTAN IBRAHIM BUILDING
The massive building on Bukit Timbalan dominates the skyline of Johor Bahru. The Saracenic character and fine mosaic detail particularly of the Grand Hall make this one of the most interesting buildings in Johor Bahru.

PULAU RAWA
This is a beautiful coral island covered with white coral sand and tall palm trees. Rawa has many caves for exploration and offshore coral reefs rich with marine life. It is a haven for fishing, skin-diving, scuba diving, shell collecting, lobster-hunting and underwater photography. Chalet accommodations are available.

PULAU SIBU
This tropical paradise has clean white beaches, clear blue waters and rich in marine life. One can enjoy scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, windsurfing and boating here.

THE ROYAL MAUSOLEUM
The Royal Mausoleum has been the final resting place for Royalty of Johor. The Mausoleum is situated along Jalan Mahmoodiah. An area where one can't help but appreciate the serene and tranquil atmosphere befitting a resting place for eternity. The Mausoleum's architecture is one of a fine, unique and aesthetic design of yesteryears.

DESARU
The village of casuarinas is 8 km northeast of Johor Bahru and situated on a 20 km stretch of untouched beach in the southeast corner of the Peninsular. Ideal for swimming, boating, canoeing, fishing, snorkelling or jungle trekking. Golf enthusiasts can also play on an international 18 hole course.

SULTAN ABU BAKAR MOSQUE
Officially opened by the late Sultan Ibrahim in 1890, this mosque is considered one of the finest in Malaysia. It took 8 years to complete at a cost of RM400,000. Its architectural design and setting atop a hill with sweeping view of the Straits of Johor makes this mosque a famed landmark.

AYER HITAM
Lovers of ceramic art will find Ayer Hitam a haven for potteries, earthenware, porcelain and stoneware. The town is popular transit point for visitors stopping for lunch or dinner on their way to Johor Bahru or Kuala Lumpur.