Tourist Attractions in Malaysia

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Taiping Night Safari

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 17:40:00 +0000

Taiping Night Safari
The Taiping Night Safari is a firtst of its kind in Malaysia. Bathed in lighting similar to moonlight, the beauty and splendour of nature is enhanced. In an effort to maintain the experience of a natural environment, the Taiping Night Safari attempts to display nocturnal animals in natural looking settings. This provides the opportunity for visitors to appreciate and value the treasures of nature while enjoying oneself.

Experience The Night Safari
The Taiping Night Safari is a unique tourism product where animals which are active at night are displayed using special lighting similar to moonlight. Visitors will be ablt to experience this environment similar to wildlife habitats where the sounds made by numerous creatures can be heard. To fully appreciate this experience visitors are required to minimize all sounds, even speech so that the sounds of the night creatures can be heard. Reduced noise will also help to maintain the peaceful atmosphere of the Night Safari. Torchlights and flash cameras are not allowed to be used in the Night Safari as this will disturb the animals on display.

Visiting hours:
8.00 to 11.00 p.m
Open every night including Public Holidays

8.00 to 12.00 a.m
On Saturday nights and eve of Public Holidays

For More Information:
Zoo Taiping & Night Safari
Jalan Taman Tasik Taiping, 34000 Taiping, Perak Darul Ridzuan, Malaysia.
Tel: 605 - 8086577 Fax: 605 - 806 6025
e-mail : zootaiping@zootaiping.gov.my

Labuan Birds' Park Labuan

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 02:22:00 +0000

The Labuan Birds Park is located near the Chimney at Tanjung Kubong. It has three large dome-shaped cages surrounded by beautiful landscaping. The park is home to many species of Borneo birds most likely to be encountered by bird watchers.

There are plans to collect a good percentage of the 580 species of birds found in Borneo's diverse habitats, from mangroves along the coast to forest in the mountains. Much bird watching can be done without any equipment in this park. Except for a notebook to jot down what you see and a pair of good binoculars. Help in identifying birds can be obtained rom the park. Entrance to the park is free.

Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Sabah

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 15:00:00 +0000

Introduction
The Tunku Abdul Rahman Park lying from 3 to 8 kilometers off Kota Kinabalu, comprises of 5 islands surrounded by coral reefs, It covers an area of 4,929 hectares of which two thirds is sea. The islands are Pulau Gaya, Pulau Manukan, Pulau Mamutik, Pulau Sapi and Pulau Sulug. Because of the natural environment and clear waters that is typical for all the islands, plus the nearness and accessibility, picnickers, divers and nature lovers alike are attracted to them.

History
In 1882 there was a trading settlement on Pulau Gaya set up by the British North Borneo Chartered Company which was later moved to the mainland, now known as Kota Kinabalu. In 1974, the major part of Pulau Gaya and the whole of Pulau Sapi was gazetted as the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, covering an area of 8,990 acres (3,638 hectares). In 1979 it was increased to 12,185 acres (4,929 hectares) with the inclusion of the 3 nearby islands Pulau Manukan, Pulau Mamutik and Pulau Sulug.

Climate
The islands can be visited all year round. Temperatures are between 23.8 - 29.4 degrees Celsius and humidity remains relatively high throughout the year.

Geology
The islands, underlaid by folded sandstone and sedimentary rock, are part of the Crocker Range Rock Formation of the western coast od Sabah. Towards the end of the Ice Age about a million years ago, changes in sea level occurred, resulting in portions of the mainland being cut off by the sea, thus forming the islands as we know today. Exposed sandstone outcrops still feature the coasts of most of these islands forming cliffs, caves, honeycombs and deep crevasses along the shore.

Beach of Seven Lagoons Kelantan Malaysia

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 17:54:00 +0000

Beach of Seven Lagoons or locally known as Pantai Seri Tujuh is the venue for Annual Malaysian International Kite Festival which held in Kelantan every year. This beach lies on the border of Thailand and Kelantan at Kampung Tujuh in Turnpat, about 7 km from Kota Bharu.

This pristine beach is sheltered by the longest lagoon in Malaysia. The beach has a variety of food and drink stalls as well as public amenities. Visitors will be enthralled by the scenic coastline fringing the South-China Sea en-route to Pantai Seri Tujuh.

Getting There:
Take Bus No. 43 from the main terminal and enjoy the scenic ride along the way.

Tenggol Island Terengganu

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:22:00 +0000

Pulau Tenggol is another beautiful diving getaway and lies just 45 minutes off Kuala Dungun in the south of Terengganu. It is small - just 3km long and 2km wide.

However, this doesn't prevent it from being a paradise for many people, especially diving enthusiasts.

The interior of the island is filled with steep, rocky cliffs. This rocky terrain extends from the interior of the island to the ocean and has created a dramatic 'drop-off' - a sort of vertical canvas of marine life - that divers never seem to tire of.

Getting There
Take a bus or taxi from Kuala Terengganu to Dungun, and then board a boat at the jetty to reach Pulau Tenggol. From Kuantan, take a bus to Kemaman at Jalan Besar Terminal. If you are coming from Kuala Terengganu, take the bus to Kemaman at the Syed Hussin Central Bus.

Tourist Attractions in New Zealand

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 10:01:00 +0000

If you are considering a vacation in New Zealand, naturally you'll want to experience the very best the country has to offer. New Zealand is the world’s best kept secret; it contains six of the seven climatic regions on the planet, boasts a series of unparalleled golden-sand beaches, protected marine parks to explore from on or beneath the surface, safe-but-active volcanic areas, pristine snow-capped Alps to ski and climb, prehistoric forests and unique flora and fauna.

It does all this in one easily accessible package without thousands of miles to travel between each destination and it has an enviable reputation as one of the safest destinations in the world, lacking poisonous animals and boasting a low crime rate.

It is a country where the only stress is that taken on willfully by the adventure-minded tourist (in the form of bungy jumping, parachuting, white-water rafting etc). You can walk for miles in New Zealand without seeing another soul, accompanied by rustling trees, running water and unusual bird song but perhaps the country’s greatest asset is its warm, friendly and hospitable population.

Auckland
Auckland is the country’s largest urban and suburban area with a population of over 1.5 million. Even so, it is surrounded by varied and exquisite scenery with attractive harbors and beaches to the east and the rugged Waitakere Ranges, the thundering, undeveloped surf beaches and burgeoning vineyards to the west.

Known as the ‘City of Sails’, with more boats per capita than any other city in the world, these days Auckland’s reputation as a sailor’s Mecca is cemented by repeated successful defenses of the America’s Cup. The city offers excellent shopping, galleries and museums.

There is also the distinctive Sky Tower, a casino with a glorious circular, glass viewing gallery at its bulbous summit. The views of the city, its beaches and the mountains, the coast and sea beyond are stunning. It is also possible for the particularly brave tourist to abseil down the side of the building to the street, a drop of over 100m (328ft).
An exploration of at least one of the stunning golden-sand islands of the Hauraki Gulf, accessible by ferries from Waitamata Harbour and also visible from the Sky Tower, is highly recommended. Most of the city center is walkable but the outlying suburbs of Devonport, Herne Bay, Parnell and Ponsonby (with their attractive eateries and well-reputed fashion industry) are brought within easy reach by a reliable public bus network and taxi system.

As for your accommodation reservation you may want to have a look at Auckland Hotels’ listing (CLICK HERE)

Wellington
In the south of the North Island, Wellington, New Zealand’s capital, occupies the flat area surrounding the harbor basin and climbs the surrounding steep hillsides overlooking the water. This makes it a compact metropolis with a thriving and lively heart.

The city is a center of culture, arts, restaurants, theater, fashion and nightlife. Shopping facilities are excellent and hotels offer splendid views of the bay. Every two years, Wellington hosts the New Zealand International Festival of the Arts, the country’s main cultural event including street theater, comedy, music and film festivals, all going under the same umbrella. The spectacular Te Papa Museum of New Zealand, on the city’s pretty waterfront, combines cultural and historical exhibitions with education, entertainment and leisure activities, including a virtual bungy jump.

Wellington is also the departure point for ferries across Cook Strait to the South Island.

As for your accommodation reservation you may want to have a look at Wellington Hotels’ listing (CLICK HERE).

Christchurch
To the south, on the edge of the flat patchwork quilt of the Canterbury Plains, lies the ‘Garden City’ of Christchurch, the South Island’s largest community.

The tree-lined River Avon meanders through the center of the city, which with its public school, old university buildings (now a fantastic arts center) and examples of Neo-Gothic architecture is reminiscent of an old English university town. The central square of the city is occupied by a cathedral which provides a useful landmark for tourists either on foot or using the charming historic trams.

About 500m (1640ft) from the square is the vast expanse of Hagley Park, on the borders of which are the Old Canterbury University/Arts Center, the Canterbury Museum, the Robert McDougall Art Gallery, the botanical gardens and Christ’s College. Just a short walk along the river is St Michael and All Angels Church; an unusually beautiful wooden Neo-Gothic building combining French and English styles and containing a mixture of Maori and Catholic elements.

For excursions from Christchurch, the nearby Banks Peninsula provides a hilly alternative to the flat city, with a cable car, beaches, boat trips, pods of Hector’s dolphins (unique to New Zealand) and a number of accessible walking tracks.

Another alternative is to take a hot air balloon ride and from that vantage point look west across the broad flat plains to the Southern Alps, north to the Kaikoura Ranges and Cook Strait and south down the east coast as far as the historic white-stone city of Oamaru.

As for your accommodation reservation you may want to have a look at Christchurch Hotels’ listing (CLICK HERE)

(All pictures are courtesy of Tourism New Zealand and photos are copyright protected)

Endau Rompin National Park

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 09:05:00 +0000

Endau Rompin National Park
This park that sits between Johor and Pahang encompasses the watershed of rivers in Endau, Johor and Rompin, Pahang, which comprises some 488 sq km of forest.

Lush and relatively untouched, it is one of the few remaining lowland tropical rainforest in the country and the last refuge of the Sumatran rhinoceros.
It is a major conservation area due to the diversity of flora and fauna found within. Its rocks and hills are estimated to be nearly 250 million years old.

Attractions
A great place for nature lovers, there are many activities that can be pursued such as botany, nature study, bird watching, photography and jungle trekking. For nature study, the unusual flora that can be found include the famous fan palm of the 'Livistona endauensis' variety; climbing bamboo; the walking stick palm; toadstools; and orchids.

Wildlife include tigers, elephants, deer, Sumatran rhinoceros, binturong or bear cats (Arctictis binturong), chirping drongos, hornbills, argus pheasants, and white handed gibbons, the only ape species in the region.

Getting There
From Kuala Lumpur or Johor Bahru, take the North-South Expressway and exit at Kluang. Then take a detour to Kahang town, where a four-wheel drive vehicle will take you to Kampung Peta, the entry point to the National Park.
It is also possible to reach the park by boat from the Endau River, a 3-hour journey from Felda Nitar II.

Gunung Ledang Recreational Forest

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 05:35:00 +0000

Shrouded with mystical legends and folklore, Gunung Ledang continues to charm and intrigue locals and visitors alike. According to the legend of the Princess of Gunung Ledang, the sultan demanded that the beautiful princess present him with seven jars of women's tears, seven trays of mosquitoes' hearts and seven bowls of the sultan's son's blood. Unable to meet these impossible requests, she fled to the mountain and continues to live in a hidden cave.

The mountain is also ideal for a myriad of outdoor activities with challenging mountain trails; icy waterfalls; and exotic flora and fauna including many species of birds. At the relatively flat summit, which is 1,276 metres above sea level, a panoramic view of the Straits of Malacca and Sumatra coastline can been seen on a clear day. Also, a popular picnic spot is the Sagil Waterfall, at the base of the mountain.

Getting there

By road
From the North-South Expressway, the turn-off point is 25km after Ayer Keroh. Head towards Tangkak. Proceed along the pastoral Route 23 for another 6km, past Sagil town, before turning left onto a road in a rubber plantation and proceed another 1km. From here, the route to the foot of Gunung Ledang should be visible.

By Bus or Taxi
A bus service is available to the resort from Tangkak, about 16km away. Taxis can also be hired from Tangkak.

Mini Malaysia Air Keroh

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 15:18:00 +0000

Mini Malaysia Air Keroh Melaka is a place for those who lack the time to explore the whole country. Now there’s a one-stop shop for you! Here is a theme complex that visitors can check out to get an idea of life in all the states of Malaysia

The traditional houses at Mini Malaysia exemplify the architectural styles of each of the thirteen states of Malaysia. Each of the houses was constructed by a master builder and is furnished with elements characteristic of the culture of each state.

“This Taman Mini Malaysia is the main attraction at Air Keroh where you can look at examples of traditional houses from all 13 Malaysian states."

Each of the homes represents the architectural style of the 13 states in Malaysia and is furnished with various items, arts and crafts which depict the culture of each state. Inside each house, visitors can find various handicrafts originating from each state or country.

Handicrafts have long been a source of income for local people in almost every country in the region. The handicrafts also serve as decoration and the life-like wax dummies, garbed in their respective traditional costumes, are the main features in those houses.

Other attractions in the park include weekly cultural shows and traditional games.

Getting there
Exit at the Ayer Keroh interchange from the North-South Expressway. Proceed straight down the road. You will see the Butterfly park on your left. To get to the park you will nedd to take the second main junction on your left from the Ayer Keroh main road.

Zoo Melaka

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 17:45:00 +0000

Zoo Melaka is located about 13km from Melaka City. It is the second largest Zoo in the country encompassing 54-acres with more than 1,200 animals of over 200 different species. It is also the first Zoo in the region to exhibit the rare and endangered Sumatran Rhinoceros and Gaur.

The Zoo was established in 1963. Since 1979, the Department of Wildlife and National Parks, Peninsular Malaysia took over the management of the Zoo to enhance its operations and upgrade its services for public's benefit. Zoo Melaka is easily accessible by public transportation via the city's bus terminal.

Zoo Melaka also functions as a center for wildlife research, conservation breeding, zoo education center and a popular tourist destination

About 198 species of mammals, 100 species of birds and 22 species of reptiles are exhibited at the zoo.

Entrance Fees :
Adults RM5.00 / Children RM2 .00 / School Children with school uniforms RM1.00

Visiting Hours :
9.00 am - 6.00 pm daily

Elephant & Horse Rides :
Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays from l0.00 am to 12.00 noon & 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm
Adults RM2.00 / Children RM1.00

Tram Rides :
Adults RM2.00 / Children RM1.00

National Museum Malaysia

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:58:00 +0000

Each country has its own historical artifacts and thousands of rare items depicting its past glory, culture, arts and many other distinct items. In this post I would like highlight another tourist attraction in Malaysia, The National Museum of Malaysia.

Located at top a hill at Jalan Travers, the National Museum (Muzium Negara) is the prime local museum in Malaysia. This regal structure was designed with classical Malay architecture in mind. Set up in 1963, the museum exists to store Malaysia’s cultural heritage items and also as an acting learning centre of historical knowledge.

All visitors’ experiences begin upon arrival at the outside of the National Museum. Ancient models of transportation such as trains and vintage cars are displayed outside the museum for viewing. Visitors then venture inside to see many more attractions.

There are five main galleries inside the Museum provide interesting and different insights as to how Malaysia has culturally evolved over the years. These five are the Historical Gallery, Metalwork & Musical Instruments Gallery, Cultural Gallery, National Sports Gallery and the Natural History Gallery.

Its facilities include a conservation laboratory where ancient works of arts can be preserved and cleaned by art experts. There is also a library containing more than 6,500 titles for purposes of research and study in archaeology, ethnology, natural history and other similar fields. Inside, a photographic studio contains slides and negatives on various subjects of interest and importance to the museum. There are also impressive replicas of grand Malay palaces on the grounds. Many other types of displays and exhibits enable visitors to relate to the rich cultures and traditions of Malaysia. Among these are olden weapons, currency, arts and crafts.

Once nearing the exit of the National Museum, a collection of unusual souvenir gifts is available for viewing and purchase at the Museum Shop. Be “edutained” in a stimulating environment that encourages heritage awareness. Unique gadgets and clever devices are also available at a price; as are books, compact discs and special publications that cater to varied interests of the visitors. No matter the object, all the souvenirs at the museum possess artistry and historical significance.

There are also themed exhibitions are held from time to time at the National Museum. Such events held at the museum include examples like the Malaysian Maritime and Archaeology Exhibitions.

The museum is located at Jalan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur and is opened daily from 9am to 6pm. Admission for adults is at RM1 per entry and children below twelve years of age go in for free.

National Monument or Tugu Negara

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 29 May 2008 13:49:00 +0000

Each country has it own way appreciating all those individual who fight and gave up their lives for their country. Here in Malaysia we have the National Monument or Tugu Negara was built to recognize and honor those who gave up their lives in the cause for peace and freedom, particularly during the nation's struggle against the threat of Communism (the period of Emergency).

The memorial site where the National Monument stands is located within the tranquil Lake Gardens, close by to the Parliament House in Kuala Lumpur, occupying an area of approximately 48,562 sq m.

There are five principal components that comprise the memorial site: the monument itself; a long rectangular reflecting pool with fountain; a crescent-shaped pavilion; the cenotaph; and the ancillary gardens. The monument is situated at the centre of the reflecting pool.

The National Monument stands at 15.54m high, and is made up of a diorama of seven bronze human figures, atop an oblong base; each figure denoting one of seven qualities: courage, leadership, sacrifice, strength, suffering, unity and vigilance.

The topmost figure, at the centre, holds aloft the Malaysian flag. He is flanked on the left and right by two other soldiers, both armed; the figure on the left is armed with a machinegun, while the other carries a rifle and a bayonet.

Kneeling slightly on the right side of the central figure is a fourth soldier, who is tending to a fifth wounded compatriot. To the front and below these five figures are two fallen enemies.

The monument, which represents the triumph of democracy, was designed by the renowned American sculptor Felix de Weldon; and was built at a cost of RM600,000. The memorial site, which was completed in 1966, took over five years to construct.

Batu Ferringhi's Sidewalk Bazaar

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 26 May 2008 10:38:00 +0000

A friend of mine read this blog yesterday and he is actually live in Penang. He called me an suggested to me to write about Batu Ferinnghi Side Walk Bazaar. So here we goes another tourist attraction in Malaysia for you..

Batu Ferringh is a haven for a string of world-class resorts including rows of specialty restaurants and shops. Business is often brisk here, and one particular business that's currently thriving and attracting the tourist mass is the sidewalk bazaar that's held every evening.

As the sun sets, the sidewalks facing the Batu Ferringhi road become cluttered with makeshift stalls. The string of stalls stretch all the way from Shangri-la's Rasa Sayang Hotel to the Casuarina Hotel, offering tourists a variety of cheap merchandise especially of the 'bootleg' sort.

While there's a wide assortment of 'Penang' handicrafts, there's an even bigger selection of imitation goods ranging from designer apparel, leather bags, watches to CDs, VCDs and computer games.

Nearly every stall has them and the prices are more or less the same from stall to stall. You can try haggling but it's always wiser to compare prices first before buying. In that way you'll know you're getting a good deal or not.

For those who prefer to shop in a less congested setting (minus the hurly-burly sales talk) will find a handful of curio shops nearby more suited to their taste. These shops mostly offer handicraft souvenirs at nett but affordable prices.

The stalls operate from about 6.00pm to 12.00am daily.

Batu Caves - Selangor

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 22 May 2008 18:59:00 +0000

I passed by Batu Caves area today and stop there to take few photos to share with you guys. here are some information of this well known tourist attractions in Malaysia.

Located in a limestone outcropping 15 km north of Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Selangor and a must visit place if you happen to be in Selangor Darul Ehsan.

This famous destination draws people from all over the world during the annual Hindu festival, Thaipusam. It consists of three big caves, including the main temple-cave which features ornate Hindu shrines.

Scaling the 272 steps leading up to the temple is one of the highlights of a visit to Batu Caves. Nearby is the Ramayana Cave where evocative scenes of Indian epic myths are artistically painted along its walls. For some people this massive limestone hill is also a popular spot for rock climbing.

Wesak Day

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 19 May 2008 11:43:00 +0000

Today Malaysian is celebrating one of the important religious festivals called Wesak Day. Even though it is mainly celebrated by the Buddhist here in Malaysia but due to our harmonic relationship among the religious, all Malaysian are celebrating it together as one big happy family.

Wesak Day is the most important festivals of the Buddhists in Malaysia and fall in the month of May and this year it falls on 19 May 2008.

It is celebrated to commemorate the birth, enlightenment and death of Lord Buddha because according to Buddhists, all the three events took place on the same lunar date.

The celebration for the Wesak day begins much before the dawn when the Buddhists gather in Buddhist temples for worship all over Malaysia. The celebration is done with prayers, chants, offerings and giving alms.

The Buddhist eat a vegetarian diet prior to the festival in order to cleanse and purify themselves. Doves and tortoises are released on the Wesak Day as a symbolic gesture of releasing the soul and giving up the past sins.

Free meals are also given to the needy on the Wesak Day. Here I would like to wish Happy Wesak Day to all my Buddhist readers and may God will always bless you and your family.

Bukit Tinggi Berjaya Hill Resort - Pahang

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 18 May 2008 03:24:00 +0000

I just come back from Bukit Tinggi with my family for a short vacation. When I was there I meet with my old friends who are actually working there and after his working hour he is my part-time tour leader... sorry yeah Akmal... just kidding.. he..he..

Anyway here are some information on this Bukit Tinggi which now known as Buki Tinggi Berjaya Hill Resort for your guys to enjoy.

Berjaya Hills captures the essence of the different cultures of the world in a single unique destination! Just 40 minutes' drive from Kuala Lumpur and 10km off the East-West Karak Highway, Berjaya Hills covers 16,000 acres of rugged hills and mountains crowned with lush tropical rainforests. At 2,700 - 3,500 feet above sea level, the air is cool, fresh and rejuvenating. The perfect destination with a world of difference!

Inspired by the original Colmar Village in Alsace, France,Colmar Tropicale is a picture postcard come alive! At its heart is Colmar Square, a cobblestone central courtyard where you can enjoy outdoor dining and street performances.

Step through a rustic gateway and a winding Japanese footpath leads you through a beautiful garden to a waterfall, over a bridge spanning a koi pond and up to a Japanese Tea House. Every detail you see captures the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship at its most authentic.

Located 3,500 feet above the sea, the Japanese Village is the first of its kind outside Japan. The garden was planned and designed by renowned Japanese architect, Mr Kaio Ariizumi and built by a team of 22 skilled craftsmen from Japan.

High in the foothills of the Main Range, one of the most challenging and picturesque golfing experiences in Malaysia awaits you. Besides the golf course and a unique clubhouse, Berjaya Hills Golf & Country Club also comprises several golfers' suites and a sports complex that offers a wide repertoire of recreational activities. Golfer or not, you'll find this premier club a must to join.

Berjaya Hills offers truly exciting and adventurous trail rides, the only ones that traverse the highlands of Malaysia's Main Range. Our experienced instructors will help you choose a suitable horse and your adventure begins! Over undulating terrain, through forests, across open country and to vantage points with fantastic view of the countryside.

Actually they have other attractions but we did not menage to pay a visit... may be next time we will go there again and stay longger. as for the time being here is the location map for you to get there...

For Further Information or Reservation

BERJAYA HILLS
KM48, Persimpangan Bertingkat Lebuhraya Karak,
28750 Bukit Tinggi,
Bentong,
Pahang Darul Makmur,
Malaysia.
Tel: +60 (9) 288 8888
Fax:+60 (9) 288 3018

CORPORATE OFFICE
12 B – West Wing, Level 12,
Berjaya Times Square,
No. 1, Jalan Imbi,
55100 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.
Tel: +60 (3) 2142 9611
Fax: +60 (3) 2144 2526 / 2527

Ayer Hitam - Ceramic Town of Johor

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 14 May 2008 10:26:00 +0000

Ayer Hitam, referred to as 'the town that never sleeps', because of the busy town streets where the traffic is endless here, as people would stop here for a meal on their way to Johor Bahru an Kuala Lumpur. It will only take less than an hour to reach here if you travel by car from Johor Bahru.

There are many activities for visitors to participate in, some of them include horseback riding, fishing, and camping. Visitors can purchase anything ceramic here, as Ayer Hitam is famous for it. One can buy vases, flowerpots, porcelain, jars, photo frames, and ready-made customized souvenirs.

Not only can visitors browse through the quality souvenirs, visitors can also sample some local food. Among the famous food that is sure to satisfy your stomach are prawn crackers, tapioca chips, steamed corn and the must-have 'otak-otak'(steamed coconut-milk based fish cake). The food are freshly made and pre-packed for visitors

Since we are talking about Ayer Hitam I am going to bring you to the AW Pottery another must visit attraction here when you passing by Ayer Hitam either from Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur or the other way around.

One thing you guys should know that AW Pottery is an ceramic factory which slowly turn into a famous tourist attraction. Among its famous visitors were the royalty, second Prime Minister the late Tunku Abdul Razak and Singapore’s former premier Lee Kuan Yew.The pictures of visiting dignitaries were framed and hanged on the walls in the mini museum which houses limited and exclusively made pottery pieces.

During its heydays, the showroom-cum-factory received more than 20 buses ferrying local and foreign visitors daily and cars from other states. During long school holidays were the busiest times as many schools in Johor and some from Singapore made their field trips here.

The main attraction at the place is the 48.7m dragon kiln built in the 1950s, the only one in Malaysia and among the few left in South-East Asia. However, since 1980, it has not been put to use and the kiln was blocked from view with stacks of pottery.

Another attraction here is the outdoor toilet decorated with colorful broken ceramic pieces and probably the only one in the country. Perhaps this was the most photographed toilet in Malaysia and it has been featured in several local and foreign publications.

Aw Pottery was founded 52 years ago by Aw Eng Kuang as the place was suitable for pottery-making because of ample reserves of kaolin clay in the area. Apart from marketing its products locally, the Machap factory also exported the pottery to the United States and European countries although the number had been reduced.

Apart from buying the finished products ranging from vases, dinnerware to flower pots, visitors can have a first-hand look at how potteries are made. Visitors can either tour the factory area on their own or can ask Wong or his staff to guide them and explain the production process. Customers can choose to buy flawless or first-grade items with normal pricing or those with minor defects or second-grade items which are cheaper. Big clay flower pots, urns and water containers imported from China are also available here and these are the hot selling items among landscape companies.

The landscaped garden at the entrance of the showroom decorated with aquatic plants and fountains provides ideas to prospective buyers. Aw Pottery is located at No. 13, Kampung Machap and opens from 8am to 5pm daily except on the first three days of Lunar New Year and Hari Raya Aidilfitri.

Matang Wildlife Centre - Sarawak

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 12 May 2008 10:07:00 +0000

As promised here are some information on Matang Wildlife Center.

Description
The Matang Wildlife Centre is situated at the western corner of the Kubah National Park, consisting of about 179 hectares of lowland forest.

At the Centre the animals live in huge enclosures surrounded by their natural habitats.

It is a Centre for:

Education.
Students from primary to tertiary institutions can do nature studies as a supplement to their classroom activities. Special groups and the general public are also welcome.

Research.
The Centre will cater for researchers from local and overseas universities.

Conservation.
Endangered animal species confiscated from the public will be rehabilitated here as an effort to promote awareness on the conservation of these species.

Recreation.
Visitors can relax by the rock pools and waterfalls, or trek along the nature trails.

Attractions:
Rock pools
Swimming areas
Picnic spots
Camping sites
Flora and fauna of endangered species
Nature trails
3 Waterfalls: Sg. Rayu, Sg. Sendok and Sg. Buluh

How to get there?
Matang Wildlife Centre is about 30 kms from Kuching City and it takes about 40 minutes to reach the Centre. Since there is no regular bus schedule to the area, hiring a taxi is recommended. Alternatively, you may contact any of the travel operators who offer packaged tours.

Opening Hours:
8:00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. (From Monday to Sunday)

Entrance Fees:*
Adults - RM3.00
Children, Students - RM1.00

Capacity and Features:
Longhouse Lodge The longhouse has eight rooms, a common bathroom and toilet. Each room has two twin-sharing beds. It is designed like a traditional longhouse with all the rooms facing a large communal area.

Chalet There are two chalets.

Each chalet consists of 2 air-conditioned bedrooms with toilet and bath, a living room, a dining room and a kitchen.

Bookings National Parks Booking Office

C/O Visitor's Information Centre Kuching Lot 31,

Jalan Masjid 93400 Kuching,

Sarawak, Malaysia

Telephone: 6082-248088

Fax: 6082-256301

(Only over-night accommodation requires booking)

Lanjac Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary - Sarawak

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 10 May 2008 07:54:00 +0000

As I promised 2 days ago, here are some information on Lanjac Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary for you. Frankly speaking, I found so many information on this attractions and for this post I tried to make it short and precise. I hope you will enjoy reading it.

Lanjac Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary (LEWS), with an area of 168,758 ha and its proposed extension of 18,414 ha was initially established as a Lanjak Entimau Protected Forest in 1940. Because of its importance as natural habitat for wildlife the area was gazetted as a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1983. With a size of almost 200,000 ha, the area is now the largest Totally Protected Area in Sarawak.

This sanctuary supports the only viable population of wild orang utans in Sarawak. Preliminary research indicates that there are about 400 orang utans in this area. Bornean gibbons are common here. The maroon and white fronted langurs, long tailed and pig tailed macaques are relatively common too. There are also bearcats, barking deers, beared pigs, clouded leopard, etc.

More than 95% of the area is still covered in virgin rainforest. Vegetation variations are related to soil conditions and altitudes, ranging from rich alluvial forests to mixed dipterocarp forests on steep slopes, to mossy montane forests on the summit of Bukit Lanjak (1299m above sea level).

Seven species of hornbills are found in the Sanctuary. Over 214 species of birds have been recorded so far. This is very encouraging as birds are good indicators of undisturbed forests. The area supports a high proportion of bird species that are unique to Borneo: Bornean Blue Flycatcher, Hose's Broadbill, Bulwer's Pheasant, Bornean Bristlehead, etc.

A joint fish inventory survey to the Sanctuary between the International Tropical Timber Organization [ITTO] and Forest Department unveiled no less than 80 species of fish belonging to 31 genera and 8 families. 33% of Sarawak known freshwater fishes are found in the Sanctuary. A large percentage of which belongs to Cyprinidae [46%]. New distribution records of freshwater fish recorded were Lobocheilus bo, Glaniopsisspecies and Protomyzon griswoldi, which were previously recorded only from Sabah. At least 12 species of fish belonging to the various genera could be new to science. This requires further comparative studies with type materials in the Bogor Museum.

The insect fauna was found to be exceedingly rich. A grand total of 6176 specimens, from 8 orders and 58 families, with 1053 sorted species, was sampled. The montane forest at Bukit Lanjak summit, despite its small sample, gives a high proportion of unique moths not found at lower altitudes. Alluvial forest gives the lowest moth diversity while the secondary forest site, consisting of a mosaic of previous swidden plots to regenerated forest yields many big, attractive moths.

The beautiful Rajah Brooke's Birdwing (Troides brookiana brookiana Wallace), getting scarce in other parts of Borneo, is most abundant in the alluvial forest of Nanga Joh. Several endemic butterfly species are found in the lowland forest of Ulu Engkari, underlining the conservation importance of the site.

Dragonflies and damselflies found along the rivers of undisturbed forest of Lanjak-Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary show distinct species composition, with many species confined to the undisturbed habitats.

Bees were found to be unexpectedly low in abundance in the deep forest under storey.
Termites were found to be rather diverse. 40 species out of 100 odd known in Borneo, but pest termites, common in plantation monocultures, are rare in Lanjak-Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary.

There are so much thing that I would like to talk this on of the kind premier Tourist Attraction of Malaysia. May be I should say..

“Why don’t you come here and experience it yourself…"

Unfortunately entry to the sanctuary is difficult and controlled at several access points such as Lubang Baya, Engkari, Skrang, Ngemah, Poi and Katibas; and is limited for research and conservation purposes only.

Permission has to be obtained in writing from :

Chief Executive Officer,
Sarawak Forestry Corporation,
Level 12, Office Tower, Hock Lee Centre,
Jalan Datuk Abang Abdul Rahim,
93450 Kuching.
Tel: +6082-348001
Fax: +6082-488654).

Semenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - Sarawak

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 08 May 2008 14:14:00 +0000

Basic Information about Orangutan
The orangutans are two species of great apes known for their intelligence, long arms and reddish-brown hair. Native to Indonesia and Malaysia, they are currently found only in rainforests on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra, though fossils have been found in Java, Vietnam and China. They are the only surviving species in the genus Pongo and the subfamily Ponginae (which also includes the extinct genera Gigantopithecus and Sivapithecus). Their name derives from the Malay and Indonesian phrase orang hutan, meaning "man of the forest". The orangutan is an official state animal of Sabah in Malaysia. (Extracted from Wikipedia)

In Malaysia there are many rehabilitation centers which were set up by Malaysian government with cooperation with World Wildlife Federation to protect and preserve Orangutan. In this post I will take you to Semenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

Semenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre

Unlike in a zoo, the Orang Utan at Semenggoh Rehabilitation Centre are set free in a 740-hectare forest reserve. Here, the Orang Utans are being nurtured to readapt themselves to the jungle life. The Centre, 32 kilometres south of the Capital, is one of many outdoor attractions of Kuching.

A 30-minute leisurely stroll on the specially built plankwalks from the entrance to the Rehabilitation Centre also provides an opportunity to view various species of trees from, the rainforest and some tropical fruit trees.

The Centre opens daily from 8.35am - 3.45pm including Sundays and Public Holidays.

A visit to the Centre is recommended at or before the feeding times for the orang Utan. The feeding times are :

8.30am - 9.00am
11.45am - 12.00noon
3.00pm - 3.15pm

Besides the Semenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, there are three Wildlife Sanctuaries in Sarawak. These are areas designated for the protection and preservation of wildlife, particularly the rare species, in the state.

These are the:-
Lanjak-Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary in Lubok Antu, located in the Second Division of Sri Aman,
Sibuti Wildlife Sanctuary in Miri,
Samunsan Wildlife Sanctuary in Sematan and
Matang Wildlife Centre near Kuching.

I will try to features each one of these Wildlife Sanctuaries in Sarawak in my future post so stay tuned to Tourist Attractions in Malaysia by subscribing to our feeds.

Sipadan Island - Sabah

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 06 May 2008 15:15:00 +0000

Sipadan, located 30 km off Semporna on the East Coast of Sabah is rated as the world's top dive sites. For the true diving enthusiast, the island needs no introduction. Praised by the internationally renowned oceanographer and filmmaker Jacques Cousteau as one of the best diving spots in the world, it is unique as the only oceanic island in Malaysia. Its geographic position puts Sipadan in the centre of the richest marine habitat in the world, the heart of the Indo-Pacific basin. Sipadan rises 600m from the seabed to provide spectacular wall dives and underwater garden. More than 3,000 species of fish and hundreds of coral species have been classified in this richest of ecosystem.

Sipadan is also renowned for its unusually large numbers of green and hawksbill turtles, which gather there to mate and nest. It is not unusual to see more 20 turtles on each dive. Another unique feature to divers is the turtle tomb that contains many skeletal remains of turtles. The residential schooling barracuda and big-eye trevally are one of the highlights on every diver's Wish-list, which often gather in thousands forming spectacular tornado-like formations. Mantas, eagle-rays, scalloped hammerhead sharks and whale sharks may also be seen, as well as an abundance of macro life. For sustainable-conservation purpose, Sipadan is presently, open to only 80 guests at any one time.

How to Dive Sipadan
For environmental reasons this tiny island has now closed its resorts. This means the best way to dive here is by staying in on one of the resorts on the nearby islands of Mabul or Kapalai.The resorts also boast some excellent macro-diving which is a great complement to the breathtaking big fish action of Sipadan Island.

Diving Season
You can dive here all year round. Overall, the best conditions at Sipadan Island exist from April to December, especially July and August. January to March can see some unsettled weather and a decrease in visibility but the resorts still see plenty of guests at this time as the diving can still be fine.

Sipadan scuba diving sites:
Barracuda Point
The Drop Off
Sipidan Midreef
Staghorn Crest
Whitetip Avenue
Coral Garden
Hanging Gardens
South Point
Turtle Cavern

Butterfly and Reptile Sanctuary - Melaka

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 03 May 2008 10:05:00 +0000

"If you continue north from the Taman Mini Malaysia/Mini ASEAN, you will come to the final attraction at Air Keroh - the pleasant enclosure that houses dozens upon dozens of butterfly species, flitting about everywhere."

If you continue north from the Taman Mini Malaysia/Mini ASEAN, you will come to the final attraction at Air Keroh - the pleasant enclosure that houses dozens upon dozens of butterfly species, flitting about everywhere in their enchantingly landscaped home. This is the Butterfly and Reptile Sanctuary.

It is one of the world's most comprehensive butterfly and insect farms. The farm has more than 200 local butterfly species including rare ones like Raja Brooke and Birdwing species.

If reptiles fascinate you, more specifically, crocodiles, then the Taman Buaya Melaka is just the place for you to spend some wondrous time with these ancient creatures feared by villagers living near rivers. With their log-like bodies and skin, and a deceptive grin, crocodiles pack a mighty punch with their tails. In the wild, they are fearsome predators. But here, they are kept in tanks and their eyes seem to have lost a little of their lustre.

The sanctuary also houses a wide variety of exotic snakes within its beautiful and fascinating landscape.

Be forewarned, those who do not take too kindly to creepy-crawlies - there are lots of huge spiders, scorpions and other six and many legged insects that will make your skin crawl. Fortunately, those are not free to roam as the butterflies are.

You too can also be able to view the impressive collection of snakes. The collection includes the Albino Cobra, the giant Burmese Phyton, and the King Cobra. There is also a collection of more than 400 insects' specimen.

Park Admission

Adults: RM5
Children: RM3

Bukit Cahaya Agricultural Park Shah Alam

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 02 May 2008 10:16:00 +0000

Malaysian Agricultural Park , the only agro-forestry park around, is located in Shah Alam and the rain forest spans up to 1290 hectre. The park is unique because
People come here to either explore, or for recreation.

One of the many reasons to why the park is visited by many is because of the many activities that is in store for the visitors. Services provided are live demonstrations, cultural exhibits, accomodation, permanent displays and descriptions, and activities for educational purposes.

Families and friends come her to relax, or to enjoy a picnic.

"The world's first agro-forestry park is a scenic 1,258ha site that offers some of the most stunning tropical vegetation, interesting nature trails and lots more."

There are so many things to see and do here that you need more than a day to do it justice.

There are many species of birds and animals that reside here. Among them are Kingfishers, Magpies, Peacocks, Squirrels and Monkeys. Though shy, these residents will not fail to amaze you with their day-to-day activities of food hunting and mating habits.

The best way to see what this huge Agricultural Park has to offer is by bicycle, which can be rented here. Cycling up and down the hills, passing through beautiful lakes that decorate the Park is an exhilarating experience itself.

As cars and motorbikes are not allowed in the Park (except for those who stay overnight in one of the chalets in the Park), many of its attractions are accessible by the in-house bus service and bicycles for hire.

Food and beverage stalls are located in every Garden and rustic timber chalets provide accommodation in the Traditional and Cultural Villages, and the Rest House area.

If you prefer the great outdoors, campsites with barbecue facilities are available at Camar Rimba.

How to get there
Own Transport : From Kuala Lumpur or Klang, take the exit on the Federal Highway to Shah Alam town and follow the road signs to the park.

Operating hours :
Tues thru Sun : 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
( Closed on Mondays, except on public and school holidays)

Entrance Fees:
Entrance fees are RM3 (adult) and RM1 (for child up to age 11 and senior citizens).
Additional fees to enter the Four Seasons Temperate Garden are RM3 (adult) and RM1 (for child up to age 11).

For further information:
Taman Pertanian Malaysia
Bukit Cahaya Seri Alam,
40000 Shah Alam,
Selangor, Malaysia.
Tel : (603) - 5510 6922 / 5510 6923
Fax: (603) - 5510 0922

Tiara Beach Resort Port Dickson

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 01 May 2008 15:41:00 +0000

Tiara Beach Resort Port Dickson is Malaysia's Port Dickson first Water Theme Paradise Resort of it kind in Port Dickson Malaysia. Tiara Beach Resort Port Dickson offers a complete holiday for everyone of all ages. A Resort that offers fun for the whole family.

Port Dickson or more popularly known as PD is located in the state of Negri Sembilan on The Straits Of Malacca. Port Dickson is about 1 hour drive from the City Kuala Lumpur. Port Dickson has long been a weekend retreat for many inland dwellers, especially those from the city seeking temporarily escape from the hustle and bustle of a hectic life.

Tiara Beach Resort Port Dickson is located at 12th mile along the Port Dickson - Malacca (Melaka) old trunk Beach Road. It is opposite the Palm Springs Golf Resort and strategically situated in between the state of Selangor and Malacca.

Tiara Beach Resort Port Dickson offers 980 units of well furnished Apartment Suites (1 and 2 bedroom units), the Terrace (an indoor and outdoor all-day dining outlet), the largest ballroom in Port Dickson with 1,000 pax seating capacity for banquet and meetings, a sports bar and cafe', children's facilities and it's landmark masterpiece recreation facility which is one-of-a-kind in Malaysia - a 5 acres water park paradise with all kinds of pool features for adults and children.

Tiara Beach Resort Port Dickson combines a unique experience as an international premier business and leisure resort providing the ideal setting for meeting or conferences as well as being the preferred resort for total relaxation.

Address:
Tiara Beach ResortNo 1 PD Tiara,
Batu 13 Jalan Pantai, Pasir Panjang,
71250 Port Dickson,
Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.