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Bank Pitis is a small, rather adorable historical building in Kota Bharu, Kelantan. It houses the state treasury of Kelantan. The name "bank pitis" means "money bank", in reference to the currency used in the old days.


Bank Pitis, Kota Bharu
Bank Pitis, Kota Bharu (12 February 2006)
© Timothy Tye using this photo

Bank Pitis was built during the reign of Sultan Muhammad III (1889-1890). It was also used by Sultan Muhammad IV as a bank.

Bank Pitis is next to the entrance to the Istana Balai Besar, and across from the Kelantan Royal Regal Museum.

Location of Bank Pitis on Google Map

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Bank Pitis at night
Bank Pitis at night (11 February 2006)
© Timothy Tye using this photo

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