Majestic Johor: Beyond the Familiar Names
When people speak of Johor, conversations often revolve around the state’s bustling capital city Johor Bahru – the gateway to Peninsular Malaysia for those coming from Singapore – or Muar, a foodie’s paradise famous for asam pedas (spicy sour gravy dish) and otak-otak (grilled ground fish cake mixed with spices and wrapped in leaf parcels). But Johor is actually more than these familiar names. Stretching from inland farms to coastal mangroves, it is a state stitched together by stories both humble and majestic, where every district carries its own rhythm of life.
Over four days, I travelled through Segamat, Kluang, Batu Pahat, and Pontian during the Majestic Johor familiarisation trip organised by Tourism Johor and Gaya Travel Magazine. Along the way, I discovered a Johor that is quieter, greener, and infinitely more soulful, a Johor that lingers in my mind long after the journey ends.
Segamat – Roots in the Countryside
Coming down to Johor from Klang Valley, Segamat was our entry point, and Walters Farm our first stop. This recreational farm seems like a playground for all ages; the farm is part mini zoo, part waterpark, part adventure park. Families flocked to the outdoor water fun area, where children splashed under the sun with squeals of delight. Elsewhere, bumper cars buzz, trampolines bounce, kids’ trains chug happily along, and ATVs rumble over dirt paths. There are even horse rides, colourful chalets for overnight stays, and friendly little animals for feeding sessions. It was easy to see why Walters Farm had become a favourite weekend escape for Segamat locals: fun, wholesome, and just far enough from the city’s rush.
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