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Alor Setar Travel Guide
Kedah is an interesting state in that it is more left wing politically than the southern states yet not as Malay as Kelantan or Terengganu to the east. This is not surprising as Kedah has always been in a bit of a precarious and fluid state. For much of its history, it was aligned with Pattani province which only after World War II, became a part of Thailand. Alor Setar is the capital of Kedah is approachable from all parts of the Peninsula by all transport means. Alor Setar has many modern structures and shopping complexes of historical significance. Its long association with Thailand is evident in the Thai temples around the city. Nonetheless, it is still very much a Malay city with fewer Chinese and Indians than other west coast cities.
Alor Setar Attractions
Balai Besar (Great Hall)
Balai Nobat
Balai Seni Negeri (State Art Gallery)
Birth House of Dr. Mahathir Mohamad
Masjid Zahir (Zahir Mosque)
Menara Alor Setar
Muzium DiRaja (Royal Museum)
Nikradharam Buddhist Temple
Royal Boat House
Batu Pahat Travel Guide
Batu Pahat is the name of a town and district in the western part of the state of Johor, Malaysia. It lies south of Muar, north-west of Kluang and west of Segamat. The name means ‘chiselled rock’ in Malay. Batu Pahat town was formerly known as Bandar Penggaram. The town has a population of about 140,000 while the district has a population exceeding 300,000. It is also a resting-place for road travelers. A brief stop here gives one a chance to taste a wide variety of fruits, groundnuts and other local delicacies and to buy souvenirs and curios.
Bintulu Travel Guide
Bintulu is a coastal town in the northern region of the Malaysian state of Sarawak, Borneo. It has the world’s single largest natural gas processing plant which is owned by Malaysia Liquified Natural Gas (MLNG), a subsidiary of the government-owned oil corporation Petronas. The main economic activities of Bintulu are centered on the oil and gas industry and the Bintulu Port which is Malaysia’s second largest port.
Until March 2003, Bintulu had an airport which was located right in the middle of the town. The town is also known for its shrimp paste or belacan. Most families make their own shrimp paste during the shrimp season. There are five secondary schools in Bintulu - SMK Bintulu, SMK Bandar, SMK Kidurong and a Chinese independent school.
Cameron Highlands Travel Guide
First discovered in 1885 by a British surveyor William Cameron, the fame of Cameron Highlands grew during the colonial era when British Planters realised the potential of its fertile mountain slopes for growing tea, then a prized commodity among the colonies. Cameron Highlands are renowned for its cool countryside characters such as the Tudor architecture, the strikingly beautiful tea plantations, rose gardens, the strawberry farms, butterfly farms and lush rolling hills.
The area is very suitable for hiking. You can spend several days there seeing butterflies orchids waterfalls great scenery and tea plantations. Tea cultivated on Cameron Highlands is among some of the best tea found in the country. The walks range from short paved trails to small expeditions. Actually, Cameron Highlands possess some kind of mysterious charm because many visitors tend to stay longer than they plan.
Cherating Travel Guide
This town, which is situated only 47km from Kuantan, is unique with its rustic atmosphere and warm hospitality of the village folk. Cherating also offers you the chance to shop for handicrafts and see cultural performances. Village maidens nimbly weave the pandanus leaves into mats, hats, bags, and other inexpensive lightweight souvenirs. Cultural shows include wayang kulit (shadow play) and silat (Malay art of self-defense). Among the beach’s attractions is the rustic atmosphere in the kampungs, whose friendly people will usually play host to visitors. There are also a large number of backpackers visiting Cherating. Most guesthouses serve dinner for every guest at a fixed time. A nice way of meeting other travellers. The area is also known for the famous sea turtles.
Cherating is also a good place to explore the surrounding area - it is not necessary to stay in Kuantan for that. There are a few travel agents around. You can, for example, arrange tours to sights and sights.
Fraser’s Hill Travel Guide
Fraser’s Hill is a pleasant retreat from the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur. It is a bird watcher’s delight, and there are innumerable walking trails to suit novice or experienced trekkers. Due to its altitude, the temperature is always mild. The evenings can be quite cool, so it’s a good idea to bring along a sweater or light jacket. Cool throughout the year at an average of 18 - 20 degree Celsius, the attraction of Fraser’s Hill as a tourist resort has not diminished through the years. Today, Fraser’s Hill is popular as a site for company retreats and weekends.
The fanatic golfer will find enough here to occupy his days whereas non-golfers can while away their time horseback riding or by simply strolling down the picturesque lanes that weave through the green countryside. The fresh mountain air is cool and invigorating and when dusk falls, the mist that blows in brings back memories of a simple, gentle era.
Situated approximately 104km from Kuala Lumpur, there are two alternative routes from KL. The first is via the KL - Karak Highway, turning off towards Raub and then off again before Raub to arrive at the Gap. The other, is the scenic old road heading north and then branching off at Kuala Kubu Baru (KKB) before proceeding to the Gap.
Fraser’s Hill Attractions
Bako National Park
Batu Caves
Chinatown
Friday Mosque (Masjid Jamek)
Kuala Lumpur Railway Station
Lake Gardens
Melaka (Historic City)
Merdeka Square
Mt Kinabalu
National Mosque (Masjid Negara)
National Museum (Muzium Negara)
Niah National Park and Niah Caves
Petronas Towers
Sepilok Forest Reserve and Orang-Utan Sanctuary
Sipadan Island
The National Park (Taman Negara)
Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park
Georgetown Travel Guide
Malaysia’s first hill station. 830meters (2730ft) above sea level. Visitors can ascend to the top by either hiking up or by the funicular railway which has been operational since 1922. Cool, refreshing climate, fantastic view at the summit. From the hilltop you can view the picturesque bungalows, a beautiful flower garden and a bird park. For holiday goers, there are bungalows for rent and a hotel for those who stay more than one day. A tea kiosk located at the hilltop offers snacks and refreshments. Tracking up the hilltop takes 4 hours. The jungle trail begins at the ‘’moongate'’ at Jalan Air Terjun, about 300m from the Botanic Gardens entrance.
Georgetown Attractions
Fort Cornwallis
Sri Mariamman Temple
Kek Lok Si Temple
Penang Hill
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Dharmikarama Burmese Temple
Khoo Kongsi
Wat Chayamangkalaram
Queen Street
Cannon Street
Leong San Tong
Kapitan Kling Mosque
Komtar, Georgetown
Penang Botanical Gardens
Jubilee Clock Tower
Acheen Street Mosque
Batu Ferringhi
Ipoh Travel Guide
Ipoh has one of the best restaurant food in the whole of Malaysia.Ipoh is also an ideal retirement town. Some people call Ipoh the city of millionaires. It is located north of Kuala Lumpur and south of Penang. It is dominantly Chinese town. Its major source of income used to be the tin mines. Major sights are the Perak Tong Temple and the Sam Poh Temple. Both temples are located a few km out of town. If you wonder what to do in this city, try Chinese food. It is supposed to be the best in Malaysia. Some people use Ipoh also as a convenient stop-over on their way to Pangkor island.
Ipoh Attractions
Banding Resort
Belum State Park
Bukit Larut
Bukit Merah Lake
D.R.Seenivasagam Park
Darul Ridzuan Museum
Geological Museum
Gua Tempurung
Ipoh Railway Station
Kek Lok Tong & Sam Poh Tong
Kellie’s Castle
Kuala Gula Bird Sanctuary
Kuala Who Recreational Forest Park
Lata Iskandar Waterfalls
Lata Kinjang Waterfalls
Leaning Tower of Teluk Intan
Lumut
Pasir Salak Historical Complex
Perak Royal Museum (Istana Kenangan)
Perak Tong
Sungkai Deer Farm
Taiping
Taiping Lake Gardens
Teluk Rubiah
The Naval Museum
The River Terrapin Breeding Center
Ubudiah Mosque
Johor Bahru Travel Guide
Johor Bahru, also spelled Johor Baru or Johore Bahru and near-universally abbreviated as JB, is the largest city and capital of the state of Johor, in southern Malaysia. It is the second largest city in Malaysia, after the national capital, Kuala Lumpur. With a population of 500,000 (1.5 million people in the metropolitan area), the city is an important industrial, tourism and commercial hub. Tourism is especially important, and the city receives 60% of the country’s annual 16 million foreign tourists via bridge and road links to Singapore.
Shopping opportunities abound in JB. Modern malls, arcades, handicraft centers, bazaars and markets offering international and local products all vie for attention. Local craftwork is sure to catch the eye and they do make lovely souvenirs of a trip here. Furthermore, there is the JB Duty Free Complex located at the JB International Ferry Terminal. Known as “ZON", it is a large duty free department store and supermarket encompassing 163 retail outlets, a hypermarket, and 30,000 feet of shopping area. The complex offers a variety of goods such as branded designer wear from London, Paris, New York and the likes. Glassware, confectionery, and other items are also offered.
Kelantan Travel Guide
Kelantan is one of the 13 states in Malaysia. The state which is richly endowed with natural resources covers a land area of about 14,922 sq.km northeast of Peninsular Malaysia facing the South China Sea. The capital and royal seat is Kota Bharu. The Arabic honorific of the state is Darul Naim, ("The Beautiful Abode").
Kelantan is positioned in the north-east of Peninsular Malaysia. It internationally borders Thailand to the north. Internally, it borders the states of Terengganu to the south-east, Perak to the west, and Pahang to the south. The east of Kelantan is the coastal side with South China Sea washing its beach. For most visitors, the charms of Kelantan are found in the vitality of its culture and its remote, unsullied beauty. The traditional sports of giant kite-flying, top-spinning, silat, wayang kulit, bird-singing competitions and the making of exquisite handicrafts such as songket, batik, silverware and mengkuang products still remain fixtures here, offering a glimpse of tradtional Malay culture in truly spectacular setting.
The state is divided into 10 administrative districts i.e. Kota Bharu, Pasir Mas, Tumpat, Pasir Puteh, Bachok, Kuala Krai, Machang, Tanah Merah, Jeli and Gua Musang. Kelantan enjoys a pleasant tropical climate. The Kelantanese have carefully preserved their customs, traditions and craft skills over time. One might be pleasantly surprised to see adults, indulging in pastimes such as flying giant kites or spinning giant tops. Renowned for their warmth and hospitality, the Kelantanese display an old world charm that captivates visitors.
Kelantan Attractions
Cultural Centre
Handicraft Village and Craft Museum
Islamic Museum
Istana Balai Besar
Istana Jahar
Kuala Krai Museum and Mini Zoo
Merdeka Square
Royal Museum/Istana Batu
State Mosque
State Museum
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