1ST APRIL 2022 ~ As we had had dinner earlier [READ HERE], the next itinerary that evening was to explore the city tourist style - as if there were many places we could go. The main attraction would definitely be the crown in front of Istana Bukit Serene [translate: Serene Hill Palace] - the landmark for the been-there-done-that kind of thing. This place was empty many weeks ago but now, as we are in the transition period, there were already people visiting the site to enjoy the view and to take photos.
Even though Mr. Ridwan Wahid and his family had been to Johor Bahru many times, this should be their very first visit to the current prominent landmark of the city.
The next place I planned to take them was the city centre where Segget River that flowed through the commercial centre which was once very dirty and smelly, had already been an attraction to locals and visitors alike. Unfortunately, the bad traffic congestion had made us cancelled our plan and diverted to the newest McD outlet in town for coffee/tea/hot chocolate, the one near Taman Tasek.
To get a table at the restaurant was already a challenge. We had to wait and watched fiercely for empty seats.
When I thought that was the concluding activity of the day, then someone wanted to get coconut water - one hour before midnight! The nearest place I could think of was Bandar Baru Uda which accommodated many restaurants that should still be operating at 11:00 p.m.
We found this Restoran Osman and the place was jam packed with people despite the fact that they should already be in beds. I would have to find out what was so special about this restaurant that attracted many people until late at night.
Having coconut water before the clock struck twelve would be something to remember for many more years to come. It was time to say goodbye - before we met again for the breakfast session Johor style the next morning.
TO BE CONTINUED...
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