3 amazing places to visit in Johor that are just as exciting as Johor Baru

Tanjung Piai is the Peninsular Malaysia’s southernmost tip and houses a diverse range of mangrove trees and animals. — Photos: Tourism Malaysia

When you think of Johor, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the state’s capital, Johor Baru.

Famously known as the gateway into Singapore, the city has its fair share of trendy cafes and theme parks that cater to cosmopolitan day-trippers. But the southernmost state in Malaysia is definitely more than just a transit or layover city.