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Pulau Tioman, Malaysia

About 36 nautical miles off Malaysia's east coast lies Pulau Tioman or Tioman Island, one of the region's most enchanting holiday spots. Scenic and tranquil, Tioman Island boasts miles and miles of white sandy beaches, swaying palm trees, charming villages and friendly people. Its crystal clear waters teem with spectacular marine life and colourful coral gardens. The twin peaks of Gunung Nenek Semukut provide a prominent landmark to this island, reputed to be one of the most beautiful and idyllic in the world.

According to legend, Tioman Island is the resting place of a beautiful dragon princess, Whilst flying from China to visit her prince in Singapore, this beautiful maiden stopped to seek solace in the crystal-clear waters of the South China Sea. Enraptured by the charms of the place, she decided to discontinue her journey. By taking the form of an island, she pledged to offer shelter and comfort to passing travellers.

Tioman Island is an excellent spot for fun-filled water sports activities. You can go scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, snorkelling, boating, water skiing, windsurfing, or enjoy the beauty of undersea gardens by ridding around the island in a glass-bottomed boat.

When the stress of life's hectic pace gets to you, rejuvenate your mind and body at Tioman Island. Immerse yourself in the quiet and tranquil setting. Relax to the cool, refreshing breeze and soothing waves. Bask in the tropical sun or walk along the shores during sunset to experience the beauty of the island. Popular beaches are found around the villages of Tekek, Genting, Salang, Air Batang and Juara. For golf-lovers, tee off at the 18-hole international-standard golf course set amidst lush tropical greenery. Enjoy the picturesque sight of rustic villages scattered around the island, where the people are charming, friendly and gracious.

Tioman Island is accessible by boat from Mersing town or Tanjung Gemok, Rompin, a journey which takes about 1 to 2 hours. Or one can also take a plane either Kuala Lumpur, Singapore or Kuantan. Accommodation comes in the form of delightful wooden chalets on the beach or in luxurious hotel rooms. Whichever is the choice, comfort and hospitality is assured.

Melaka

One of Malaysia’s most eagerly sought-after destinations, the small city-state of Melaka (Malacca) lures droves of visitors to its namesake historic port city, where they are quickly steeped in an intoxicating multicultural world of heritage architecture and the alluring aromas of distinctive local cooking.

Under the Melaka sultanates, the city was a wealthy centre for trade with China, India, Siam (Thailand) and Indonesia, owing to its strategic position on the Selat Melaka (Strait of Melaka). The Melaka sultanates were the basis for Malaysia as it appears today, and it is sometimes said that this city is where you’ll glimpse the soul of the nation.

Modern Melaka was swept up in the sudden economic boom that blew across Malaysia in the 1990s. Massive land-reclamation projects, which tapered off during the ensuing economic downturn, pushed the historic waterfront so far inland, however, that it endangered the traditional livelihood of the Portuguese fishing community. Malacca has a rich seam of heritage, but many argue that this is under threat from those twin fruits of development: commercialisation and modernisation. Nevertheless, Melaka remains one of Malaysia’s most rewarding tourist experiences. Proud of its multicultural heritage, plentiful museums and assorted cultural attractions, Melaka is a tourist habitat par excellence.

Beyond the city, there are worthwhile beach excursions to Pulau Besar and Tanjung Bidara, plus the wildlife and theme-park attractions of Ayer Keroh.

Pulau Redang

Pulau Redang, situated 45km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu, is the largest of all Terengganu's islands. From the very first glance, Pulau Redang will enchant visitors with its compelling beauty. Its incredibly azure waters fringed by white sand, against the backdrop of verdant jungle-clad hills make picture-postcard views.

Pulau Redang archipelago comprises 9 islands, the Lima Island, Paku Besar Island, Paku Kecil Island, Kerengga Besar Island, Kerengga Kecil Island, Ekor Tebu Island, Ling Island, Pinang Island and Redang Island. This archipelago is abounds with marvelous marine fishes, turtles and coral reefs, ensuring a great snorkelling and scuba-diving experience. Redang Island which is approximately 7km in length 6km in width, is the largest of all other islands in the Marine Park.

Redand Island boasts two beautiful beaches, the Long Beach or locally known as Pasir Panjang, situated on the east coast and Teluk Dalam Kecil, a sheltered cove tucked away on the northeast of the island. Teluk Dalam Kecil is the location of the Berjaya Redang Beach Resort, a five-star accommodation on the island.

Lang Tengah, a 30-minutes boat ride from Redang, is one of the state's best kept secrets. Located midway between the islands Redang and Perhentian, its sparkling white sand and aquamarine waters are simply irresistible. The varieties of hard and soft corals and prolife marine life here make it a perfect destination for divers.

* The best time to visit Pulau Redang & Pulau Lang Tengah is between April and October. Take note that most resorts are closed during the Northeast Monsoon, which blows from November to March.

Sunway Lagoon Theme Park

Sunway Lagoon is separated into 3 major themed lands: Wild Wild West, World of Adventure and Waters of Africa. Each is boasting their own exciting attractions. So scream out loud, let your hair down and have an exhilarating time! A day out in Sunway Lagoon is a fun-filled encounter to remember!
There’s even a beach with real waves! With three different themed islands, each boasting fantastic rides
and attractions, there‘s no end to laughter and enjoyment. The daily street performances add to the merriment of this lively and colourful theme park. You‘ll definitely want to spend the whole day here.

World of Adventure Walk the World’s Longest Pedestrian Suspension Bridge and be rewarded with a breathtaking view of the whole Lagoon from a dizzying height.Brave the tunnels, booby traps and tarantulas in The Lost City of Gold ride and conquer the out-of-control swinging Galleon.The World of Adventure offers more breath-taking rides as excitement is the name of the game here!See majestic Bengal tigers roam in their enclosure or step into the Adventure Park and see the largest collection of scholar rocks in the world.

Ride through tunnels, booby traps and tarantulas on the Lost City of Gold. After that, take a boat ride of a lifetime down Pirate’s Revenge, Malaysia’s first and only 360-degree rotating pirate ship that swivels you 24 m up the ground. Yet another exciting right in the Tomahawk but why not try walking across the 428 m suspension bridge across Sunway Lagoon’s lake and see the entire landscape from a bird’s eye-view.

Wild Wild West

The land of cowboys and Red Indians. Discover an American frontier town with wooden facades and totem poles, like you see in the movies. And as you stroll along the streets of the Wild Wild West, don’t be surprised to see Apache Indians and saloon dancing girls in fluffy skirts. 

Meet with cowboys and cowgirls in the authentically-built cowboy town and enjoy old-styled salons and thrilling rides for the whole family! 

You get wet when you ride the Grand Canyon Rapid Falls, sitting in giant tubes while swirling around the 350 m river. Be prepared to get wet on the exhilarating Niagara Falls Flume Ride. That's another major attraction where you and your friends get into logs and drop down a steep hill into a 260 m long river. Other rides include the Buffalo Bill Coaster, Butch Cassidy’s Trail and Colorado Splash.

Waters of Africa

Scream and splash your way into the Waters of Africa, the theme park’s newest attraction. Dare to take a journey into the African wilderness with new, out-of-this-world thrilling and exciting water rides in Malaysia’s only Afican-themed Water Park. Outlast and outplay your friends in the Congo Challenge, Malaysia’s only headfirst six-lane racer water ride. If that’s not enough, brave the heights and speed of the intense Cameroon Climb. The first-in-the world double tube water ride that steeply drops two riders at one time from as high as 15 meters, and shoots them up again to a height of eight metres. Another ride that promises an unforgettable experience will be the gigantic African Pythons.

Spin around in loops before being propelled out of gigantic tubes!

At Jeffrey’s Bay, surf the waves at raging heights of up to eight feet, in the world’s largest man-made surf wave pool, with a spectacular backdrop of Asia’s first man-made erupting Volcano! Then, take a journey along the majestic Elephant Walk, where life-sized elephant sculptures guard a magnificent lake.
After a day of hardcore fun and excitement, step into the happening Zulu Walk. Don’t be surprised to find a fire-eater around the corner or African tribal dancers welcoming you.
A wild African adventure waits for those who dare! You have to see it to believe it.

Cameron Highlands

Cameron Highlands is Malaysia's lagest and best-known hill resort. Discovered by, and named after William Cameron, a government surveyor who, in 1885 explored the area by hacking a path up through dense jungle and came across, "A fine plateau shut in by mountains". At 1524m above sea level the area enjoys a cool climate, with temperatures no higher than 20°C and rarely falling below 10°C, a welcome change to the generally oppressive heat and humidity at sea level.

Without doubt the most interesting aspect of a visit to the resort is its tea plantations, the first of which were established in 1929 by John Archibald Russell and belong to the most famous Malaysian tea producer, Boh Tea. The estates are wonderfully manicured and visitors are welcome to view the factory production process and enjoy a cuppa' at the tea shop. Other interesting places to visit include the numerous vegetable farms dotted all around the area. There are also strawberry farms, flower nurseries, butterfly farms, a challenging 18 hole golf course and for the more adventurous various jungle treks.

Pavilion Kuala Lumpur Shopping Mall

Located at the centre of the uber trendy Bukit Bintang district, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur is a sprawling 1.37 million square feet complex comprised of three major components – a retail mall, an office block and two residential towers. Occupying prime real estate along Jalan Bukit Bintang, the mall was opened in 2007 and is noteworthy as the city centre’s trendiest and most popular shopping development.

View from outside of Pavilion's entrance

The main entryway of the mall plays host to the Pavilion Crystal Fountain; a new national landmark, this fountain is the Tallest Liuli Crystal Fountain in Malaysia. Just like the Trevi Fountain in Rome, visitors can toss coins into the fountain to make a wish – the coins are collected and donated to charity later.

The mall’s Centre Court – also known as Bintang Circle – is used as a promotional space for thematic events and the bank of elevators is located beside the atrium. Pavilion’s known for its all-encompassing Christmas decorations – from huge pine trees, giant sleighs, life-like Santa’s workshops, giant baubles and oodles of gifts piled high – that adorn Bintang Circle (as well as the area surrounding the Liuli Crystal Fountain), come December. Encircling the Centre Court are popular coffee chains – Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf and Dome Café, which are great places to grab a cup of java before you begin your exploration of Pavilion.

Liuli Crystal fountain

The seven-storey retail mall consists of six shopping precincts as well as a row of street-front boutiques. Popular no matter the day of the week or time of day, Pavilion boasts over 450 stores, including the four-storey Burberry and Esprit. A large number of haute fashion marques such as Juicy Couture, Gucci, MaxMara, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Versace, Prada and more call Pavilion home.

These high-end stores can be found in the Couture Pavilion sector of the mall and a majority of them occupy double-storey street front lots. Meanwhile, the interior of the mall houses a wide range of small-time international boutique fashion stores.

Opposite the main concourse is the Pavilion’s main anchor tenant, the three-storey Parkson Grand – a Singaporean departmental store. Other big chain department store ventures include Tangs, Mercato Supermarket and Harvey Norman.

Inner look of Pavilion

Website: http://www.pavilion-kl.com

Address: 168 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Bird Park

Part of the renowned Lake Gardens, the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is reputedly one of the largest in the world. This sprawling 20-hectare park comprises a few separate parks - Brahminy Land, Hornbill Park, Flamingo Pond and the World of Parrots exhibit - as well as a free-flight walk-in aviary - which houses over 3000 birds. Storks and flamingo frolic in the water, finches and thrushes chirp among the trees and owls roost in barns; the tiled walkways are the perfect way to enjoy the sight of these beautiful birds and you can even take photographs of yourself with the eagles and macaws and even feed some of the pelicans.

Maps for the Bird Park

Batu Caves

One of Kuala Lumpur's most frequented tourist attractions; Batu Caves is a limestone hill comprising three main caves and a few smaller ones. Featuring idols and statues erected inside the main cave and around it, this temple has limestone formation said to be around 400 million years old. Considered an important religious landmark by Hindus, the most popular cavern in Batu Caves, Cathedral Cave, houses several Hindu shrines beneath its 100-metre arched ceiling. Visitors can scale 272 steps to access the caves; during Thaipusam thousands of Hindu devotees come to this site to perform religious rites.

Chinatown

The colourful Chinatown is a well-known bargain hunter's paradise that seemingly never sleeps. Deeply immersed in Oriental culture, heritage and history, Chinatown is undoubtedly one of the most popular tourist spots in Malaysia, and holds its own against its more glamorous neighbours, KLCC & Bukit Bintang. Representing Malaysia's multihued multicultural background perfectly, you can find all sorts of stuff, from Chinese herbs to imitation goods in this area. At night, its main vein - Petaling street - is transformed into a lively and vibrant night market filled with hundreds of stalls offering all kinds of goods at dirt-cheap prices as haggling is the way of life here.

Menara KL Tower

Along with the Petronas Twin Towers, Menara Kuala Lumpur is easily Malaysia’s most recognizable and popular landmark. Constructed in 1994, the tower stands at 421 metres and effortlessly trumps the Petronas Twin Towers with the highest and most spectacular view of the city. This gleaming tower’s spindle-like apex is visible from almost anywhere in Kuala Lumpur.

Menara KL’s viewing deck is, at 276 metres, at least 100 metres higher than the Petronas Twin Towers’ Skybridge; the view is marvellous during the day and even better at night when you can see the entire sparkling city centre.

KLCC - PETRONAS Twin Towers

There are few exciting place to visit throughout Malaysia. First of all, it is Petronas Twin Towers.

It is one of the tallest buildings in the world, the 88-story PETRONAS Twin Towers are now celebrated as the world's tallest twin structures. Inspired by Islamic architecture, this gleaming mega-structure - standing 452 metres tall - retained its claim to fame until 2004 when Taipei's 101 was built measuring 508 metres - and with 101 floors. 


Declared the tallest buildings in the world when they were completed in 1998 - surpassing the 442-metre-tall Willis Tower in Chicago, U.S.A - these twin wonders, located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, contain a complex of office building, conference halls, a sprawling 50-acre park and an upmarket shopping complex. Designed by Cesar Pelli & Associates, the building primarily house the corporate headquarters of the PETRONAS Company and are joined at the 41st and 42nd floors (175 metres above street level) by a 58-metre long double-decker Sky Bridge.

Malaysia

Welcome to our Blog. This blog is all about travelling and we like to share some nice places around Malaysia.


Let start with our home country - Malaysia. It is located in Southeast Asia. There are two distinct parts to this country being Peninsular Malaysia to the west and East Malaysia to the east. The capital city is Kuala Lumper, while Putrajaya is the seat of the federal government.