Miscallaneous attractions

Miscallaneous attractions in Johor Bahru

* Johor Zoo, across the street from the Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque. A run down zoo that provides a dismal diversion to western tourists. There is a pond inside the zoo where you can rent boats. Admission 2 RM for adults.

* Saleng Zoo, Kulai (along the way from Jalan Skudai all the way past Senai town). A private zoo which surprisingly has been reasonably well maintained.

* Orchid Valley Located in the Pulai area along Jalan Johor-Pontian road. Relatively run down.
* Haji Ali House Located in Jalan Lurah 16, Kg Kempas
* Istana Garden For jogging, leisure walk or a game of badminton at an open area in the park.

* Mawar Complex, Jalan Sungai Chat (50m west of the Thistle Hotel on the same side of the road). The complex consists of several buildings, among them a handicrafts workshop and 'Rumah Mawar' (it showcases the 'Gracious and Famous Ladies of Johor'). Open only on Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri 10am - 4pm, admission 5 RM for the 'Rumah Mawar'

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