Thursday, March 27, 2008

Genting Highland



Skyway Cable Cars






Genting Overview

Karaoke



Bistro Pub


Genting
Genting Highland are one of the destination need to stop when travel to Malaysia. Genting are 51km northeast of the federal capital of Kuala Lumpur, Genting is easily accessible by road. It take only 45 minutes to go up to Genting from Kuala Lumpur. You can reach Genting by -Skyway Cable Cars -Limousine -Luxury Coach -Express Bus -Car -Taxi -Shuttle Service.


-Limousine Service
chauffer-driven Limousine Service will pick you up anywhere nationwide, including to and from Singapore. This service is door-to-door, 24 hours a day. And can even be booked from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Cruise to Genting in the luxury of a Mercedes Benz or Nissan Cefiro.


-Skyway Cable Cars
Take a relaxing, scenic ride up to Genting on our Skyway cable cars. The Awana and Genting Skyways provide breathtaking views of the surrounding hills at a comfortable speed that will get you to the top in the perfect mood.


-Luxury Coach
Our air-conditioned Luxury Coach service leaves from many destinations, getting you to Genting in total comfort. Our fleet of 26-seat and 44-seat coaches leave from Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur International Airport and other places all over Malaysia.


-Genting Express Bus Service
For a fast, convenient and economical journey to Genting, travellers can use the Genting Express Bus Service, available from Puduraya Bus Terminal, Pasarakyat, KL Sentral Station and Terminal Putra LRT Gombak in Kuala Lumpur.


-By Car
Cars can be hired from local Car Rental agencies with or without chauffeurs. You must be at least 18 years old and own a valid driving license. Wearing seat belts are compulsory for the driver as well as the front seat passenger. It will take approximately 45 minutes to reach Genting if you start your journey from Kuala Lumpur.


-Taxi
Taxi service is also available from Kuala Lumpur to Genting. Taxi stands are located at the Puduraya Bus Terminal in the centre of the Kuala Lumpur city.

Theme Park
A trip to Genting is not complete without a visit to the Theme Park. The Outdoor Theme Park showcases a thrilling variety of exhilarating rides including four roller coasters. Those taking refuge from the cold mountain air may opt for the indoor rides and attractions. With more than 50 fun rides to choose from, you can be sure there’s no time for one dull moment in Genting.


-Sky Venture
Soar to the skies as winds of up to 120 mph propel you from the ground. This state-of-the-art sky diving simulator is the only one of its kind in Southeast Asia.


-Space Shot
Space Shot is a rapid vertical ascent and descent amusement ride. It lifts up to 12 people into the air, providing an exciting G-force on the way up and a feeling of weightlessness on the way down .


-X-Pedition Wall
Challenge yourself to the ultimate test of physical and mental strength by scaling the largest indoor climbing wall in Southeast Asia.


-Flying Coaster
You’ll soar like Superman when this exhilarating ride takes you through the air and into a smooth 360 degree spin. Hang on tight and grit your teeth. Because this horizontal ride requires you to lie on your belly.


-The Corkscrew
It’s the ultimate adrenaline rush for roller coaster buffs. This suspended coaster takes you100 feet off solid ground. Only to have the G-force turn you upside down in two heart thumping loops.


-Snow World
Snow World It snows in Genting all year round! Build a snowman, start a snowball fight or just relish the cold nipping at your nose. The new Freezing Bar is a must after the experience for a dose of thriller chillers.


-The Spinner
Don't be fooled by this tame-looking ride. It may look like a simple swing. But once you’re strapped in, you’ll be hurling across the air, way above the ground. And there’s nothing you can do but scream.

Entertaiment in Genting
As the evening sets in and temperatures begins to drop, things begin to heat up in Genting. In fact, by nightfall, the atmosphere in Genting takes on a whole new light. From bars to restaurants, stage performances to indoor pursuits, there’s a hive of activity to be uncovered. Oh yes, you’ll definitely be stumped for choice.


-Karaoke
Discover the superstar in you at Be A Star. With specially themed private rooms allowing you to belt your heart out and show off your talent. Quiet serenades or the latest and loudest chart toppers, you’ll agree this karaoke joint really rocks!..


-Cineplex
Call it the highest movie screens in the country. This multi-cinema complex features the latest movies and box office hits. The perfect place to relax and catch your favourite flicks..


-Genting Bowl
The site of many, many world bowling tournaments, this 28-lane bowling alley is a popular haunt for local and international pros. Test your skills or score a tip or two. Strike or spares, this place is fun-guaranteed.


-Live shows and performances
Genting has long been known for its world-class concerts and international performances. Stars from all over the globe have graced its stages and music halls. Bringing down the house with their outstanding performances. Hailing from the likes of Hollywood, Hong Kong, Vegas, … you’ll discover the stars all converge in Genting.


-Buzzing Nightlife
There’s no shortage of place to wind down, get a drink or dance the night away. Best places to be for a Genting good time: Cloud 9, Safari and Sportsbook

General Contact : +603 2718 1118

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Terengganu





Welcome to Terengganu
Terengganu

Redang Island
Redang is a paradise; from the hilly landscape to unimaginable creatures that dwell on the coral bed, the island is bristling with life. Located 45km away from the coast of Kuala Terengganu, Redang never fails to enchant visitors as they explore the life; from the sleepy fishing villages to the warm beaches and verdant rainforests to a seasonal encounter with Hawksbill turtles nesting.

Perhentian Island
This is another magical, but often overlooked, island off the coast of Terengganu with coral-rich gardens in its waters. Often sought after by diving enthusiasts around the world, Perhentian Island will take your breath away, you can found turtle at here.

Rantau Abang
The largest turtle species on Earth, comes to nest every year. Known as the only location in Malaysia where the massive leatherback. Between May and September, visitors who arrive at Rantau Abang in Dungun, Terengganu, will get a rare glimpse of leatherbacks climbing the gentle beach slopes to lay their eggs and return to the sea.

Kapas Island
Kapas Island' waters are home to a variety of hard and soft corals besides the marine life. This island is particularly known for squid fishing with only one resort available for accommodation.

Lang Tengah Island
The smaller island of Lang Tengah is perfect for a more secluded getaway. The waters are just as a beautiful, with fish that are so tame they swim right up to you, looking for food. Also look out for sea cucumbers and corals combing the floor bed.

Kemasik
The beaches around the town of Kemasik offer visitors great tranquillity. The town actually runs along the sea-shore, enabling you to shop for souvenirs while relaxing on the beach. Coconut trees are found in abundance along the sand, and it would be an incomplete experience without taking a sip of coconut water sold by the many vendors that ply the beach.

Kenyir Lake
The largest man-made lake in Southeast Asia, Tasik Kenyir is a picturesque water repository teeming with aquatic life, birds, mammals and vegetation. Angling is extremely popular here as the lake is home to many types of game fish. Several waterfalls also flow into the lake if you’re into water sports and swimming. You can also trek or go off-road in the jungles around this magnificent lake.

Lata Tembakah
The Lata Tembakah waterfalls are located in Besut in the middle of a thick tropical rainforest filled with towering trees. A two km trek through the jungle will reward you with a fantastic waterfall that makes for a pleasant relaxing spot.

Pasir Payang
Pasar Payang is the Central Market of the state. This place is a must-visit for first-time visitors to Terengganu. It houses a wet market as well as a trade centre for the local community. Find everything from local greens and herbs to Batik silk and trinkets with acclaimed magical powers in this colourful bazaar.

Negeri Sembilan






Welcome to Negeri Sembilan


Negeri Sembilan


Port Dickson Bearch
The popular beach of Port Dickson is also a town in itself. Years of development has blunt its glitter but the quaint place still has some magic left to uncover. Visitors can still enjoy the usual swimming and water sports but those after untouched spots should head to Tanjung Tuan, a beach accessible only by a 30 minute trek through coastal forest or the Blue Lagoon, a scenic and peaceful beach.


Sri Menanti Royal Museum
The charming town of Sri Menanti houses the Sri Menanti Royal Museum which was built at the turn of the century with only wood – no nails or screws. Incorporating 99 pillars soaring at 65 feet each, the museum is an architectural marvel. Inside, the regalia of the Negeri Sembilan Royal family are stored along with costumes, weapons, bed chambers and documents on the Royal lineage.

Lukut Museum
The museum commemorates Lukut’s golden era as a bustling tin mining area. Artifacts from a sunken Dutch-East Indian battleship from 1606 are also stored here. Other attractions include the nearby Lukut fort built in 1847 to protect the town’s former tin trade.


Adat Museum
Learn all about the Minangkabaus who founded the state in this museum in Rembau. The Adat Museum has a collection of cultural artifacts from heirlooms to headgear and charts to musical instruments pertaining to Minangkabau culture.

Ulu Bendul Recreational Forest
This recreational forest is a pretty place for camping and trekking. There are also clear streams to bathe in and for those who like climbing; the Angsi Mountain is located here at 825 meters high. Chalets, camping sites, parking bays and playgrounds are available.

Lata Kijang Waterfalls
Nestled within the Kenaboi Forest Reserve in Jelebu, Lata Kijang is one the highest waterfalls in Malaysia. It is accessible only by 4WD vehicles from the Jelebu main road. The journey in to the waterfalls will enable you to see ‘Orang Asli’ or Aborigines, their villages and fascinating flora and fauna.

Pedas Hot Springs
The hot springs are located about 15 km away from Seremban. Here, you can relax in the park’s hot springs and relieve your muscle ache and soreness as the therapeutic water does its magic.

Jelita Ostrich Farm
Feed ostriches and other animals such as turkeys, rabbits and horses in this delightful farm in Seremban. Visitors will also be briefed on ostrich farming, get to visit the breeding pens and maybe even ride the biggest bird in the world.

The Legend Water Chalets
Set amidst the sea and sandy beach of Port Dickson, The Legend Water Chalets embodies a true home away from home retreat. Experience the tranquility and indulge in luxury as you escape into a world of relaxation and romance.

Tiara Beach Resort
The Tiara Beach Resort is truly Malaysia’s first ‘inland sea resort’. Here, enjoys all manner of creature comforts on the artificially-created but natural-feeling man-made beach of the hotel.

Pengkalan Kempas Historical Complex
Just 35 km from Port Dickson lies this house which contains the tomb of an Islamic priest from Sumatra – Sheikh Ahmad Majnun. Also check out the stone megaliths around the house which are believe to possess a life of their own, moving about as they please or so the locals claim.

Melacca





Welcome to Malacca
Malacca
Firmly rooted as Malaysia's historical city, visiting Malacca is like a journey back in time to witness the adventures and discoveries during Malacca's golden age. Today, there are many historical sites to visit that give you a glimpse of Malacca's glorious past. This is balanced with other modern attractions such as water theme parks and cultural parks.

A Famosa
The A Famosa is the oldest surviving European architecture in Malaysia. Its name means ‘Famous' in Portuguese and it was built by them in 1511 during the colonisation of Malacca. The once-might fortress protected the spice trade route between Portugal and the rest of Asia. It was taken over by the Dutch in 1641 and given to the British in 1641. The English would have demolished the entire structure had it not been for the timely intervention of Stamford Raffles, a famous British governor who recognised its historical significance. All that remains is some foundation stones, some cannons and a tiny gate – the Porta de Santiago but the place still makes for some great, historical visiting.

A Famosa Water World
The A Famosa Water World is the largest water theme park in Malaysia located near Alor Gajah. Among the excitements found on the park are speed slides, raft rides, tube slides and a large wave pool.Every weekend, it draws crowds from the Southern side of Malaysia who come to enjoy a splashing good time while exploring Malacca's historical sights.

Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
The Cheng Hoon Teng is a historical monument that is recognised as one of the finest Chinese temples in Malaysia – even receiving a UNESCO award for outstanding architectural restoration. The temple itself is crafted with ornate mythological figures, carvings and paintings and was built in the early 1600s' by ‘Kapitans' or chiefs of the Chinese trading community in Malacca.

Cultural Museum
The Cultural Museum was built in 1954 by the British in a Dutch house that was in turn built around 1660. The museum later moved to the Stadhuys in 1982 before it was finally moved into a RM2.5 million complex in 1986 built by Malaysia's fourth Prime Minister. The museum has a collection of 1,350 items; artefacts, prints, photographs and drawings which represent the history and culture of the Malaccan Sultanate and migrant communities in the early centuries. There are also prints, photographs, decorative arts, costumes, jewelleries, brassware and ancient weapons on display. The museum itself is housed within a replica of a Malay palace, built based on sketches found in the Malay Annals.

Hang Tuah mausoleum
Hang Tuah was described in legend as the admiral of Melaka's naval forces who deflected countless attacks against Malacca from Siamese and Achenese fleets. The mausoleum was built to commemorate and remember his story as a knight in the 15 th century.

Hang Li Poh Well
Hang Li Poh was a princess who was sent from the emperor of China to marry the reigning Malaccan Sultan Mansur Shah as a sign of good diplomatic relations, in mid-15th century. Her entourage built the well in 1459 which became the main source of water for much of the town. It is believed that the well has never dried up, even in the most extreme of drought. The well was also said to have been filled with poison before by the Javanese during the Dutch occupation and another time by the Japanese during World War Two. Today, it is a famous wishing well and those who throw coins into it are said to come to Malacca time and time again in the future.

St John's Fort
The Fort was originally built as a chapel by the Portuguese but it was eventually renovated into a fort by the Dutch. Sitting on top a hill, the fort is unique in the sense that it was built to defend from inland invaders, rather than the sea. Hence, the canons are faced rather awkwardly towards inland as visitors shall see.

Christ Church
The Christ Church was built in 1753 by the Dutch to commemorate a century of their rule. It still stands today in Malacca city, a landmark of fine Dutch architecture. The beams were constructed from cutting and carving a single tree and have no joints! The hand-made pews, on the other hand, date back some 200 years. Mounted on its walls are some decorative fanlights and plaques in memory of those who died of various epidemics. Yet another plaque, a wooden one, sits at the rear of the western wall remembering local planters who did not live through World War II. The church is indeed a sight for those who love fine structural design.

St Peter's Church
Built in 1710, the church is currently the oldest functioning Catholic Church in the country. There is also a bell tower which dates all the way back to 1608 and was made in Goa, India. The church itself was built through the donations of a Dutchman who presented it to the Portuguese builders. Every year, the church becomes alive with activity during Catholic celebrations.

Stadhuys
The Stadhuys is one of Malacca's most recognisable landmarks – Built in 1650, it was the Dutch administrative centre with a clock tower and painted in bright red.A Historic and Ethnography Museum with displays of traditional bridal costumes and other relics is located inside. The building itself has some great architectural details including heavy wooden doors, thick red walls and wrought-iron hinges.

Bukit China
Bukit China is situated southeast of Bandar Malacca on a 42-acre hill and is actually carpeted with more than 12,500 graves. What makes this place special is that it is the oldest and largest traditional Chinese cemetery outside China. Some graves can be traced back to more than four centuries ago to the first Chinese immigrants in Malacca. Ironically, this was also the place where the princess, or concubine, Hang Li Poh (a fact still disputed today) settled in, having been sent to Malacca as a mark of friendship with the Malaccan Sultan in 1511. There are also 20 Muslim tombs in the area.

D Paradise
Malacca's most famous recreational rainforest is a tranquil haven for wildlife and natural scenery. Covering an area of about 320 hectares, Ayer Keroh enables you to learn, as you walk through the trails, the marvellous diversity of plant life and animals that inhibit this range. Other activities you can do here include jogging, biking and hiking besides the customary jungle treks. There are also tree houses in the area to give you a bird's eye view of the surroundings and chalets to camp overnight.

Taman Mini ASEAN
Located in Ayer Keroh, the Taman Mini ASEAN is a theme park dedicated to showcasing the culture of Southeast Asian countries including Malaysia.
Visitors can view replicas of traditional Malaysian houses and other Southeast countries as well as handicrafts, costumes and models of world-famous monuments and scenery.

Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum
The Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum at Tan Cheng Lock Street is the ancestral home of three generations of a Baba Nyonya family. The building is now a beautifully-designed museum that showcases the unique culture and legacy of Straits-born Chinese. View costumes, jewellery and other heirlooms pertaining to Baba Nyonya culture here.

Kedah








Welcome to Kedah

Kedah

Alor Setar
The best place to start exploring Kedah's cultural heritage is in its capital of Alor Setar, with its many handsome old buildings like the Balai Besar, Balai Seni Negeri, Masjid Zahir, Courthouse and General Post Office, all of which define the atmosphere of colonial rule.

Pulau Langkawi
Kedah’s economic trump card is Langkawi Island. Langkawi draws tourists all across the world each year that come to enjoy its beaches, shopping and sights during the holiday season.

Pedu Lake
This lake was created by making a dam out of a water catchment area deep in the jungles of Kedah to supply paddy farmers with water. Now the lake also doubles up as a peaceful retreat, famous for its ‘tualang’ trees and honey from bees.

Bukit Pinang
Bukit Pinang, located in Gunung Inas, is an orchard famous for its local durians, a thorny fruit with an aroma to boot. Visitors can also sample other delicious tropical fruit which is freshly grown here all-year-round.

Sungai Sedim
Sungai Sedim is a fast-flowing river that contains a 17 km stretch for white-water rafting. Access is through Kampung Lindungan Raja in the Kulim district, roughly a 2-hour drive from Alor Setar. You can also kayak or trek in the jungles here.

Bukit Hijau
Situated in the heart of the Gunung Inas Virgin Forest Reserve in Baling, the Bukit Hijau recreational forest has an incredible variety of flora and fauna. Many people come here to swim in its streams fed by a seven-tiered waterfall famous for its pure, crystal-clear waters.

Seri Perigi
The Seri Perigi Recreational Forest is located 35 km away from Alor Setar. The highlight is a spectacular 100 meter drop of waterfalls, which is also popular as a picnic spot among locals. The famed Jerai Mountain feeds this waterfall directly, so you can enjoy a cold and refreshing bath in refreshing mountain water.

Bujang Valley
Bujang Valley is located near the town of Sungai Petani and was the scene of a once thriving Hindu-Buddhist civilization dating to the 5th Century. Over 50 archaeological sites have been discovered here containing the ruins of Hindu and Buddhist temples. The Lembah Bujang Archaeological Museum was built here to display some of the findings, including pottery shards, ceramics and stone carvings. Indian tridents and gemstones from the Middle East are also displayed.

Balai Nobat
This imposing 18 meter-tall building sits patiently in Alor Setar. It houses the royal musical instrument set known as the Nobat, which is played by the Royal Orchestra only during royal ceremonies including inaugurations, royal births, weddings, and funerals. It is believed to have Hindu origins dating back centuries ago.

Birth House of Dr Mahathir Mohamad
This humble house made of attap wood was the birthplace of Malaysia’s fourth and arguably, most outspoken Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir. Memorabilia relating to the life and times of Dr. Mahathir Mohamad are displayed in the interior and the exterior of the house which will, hopefully, give you a deep insight into his persona.

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