Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.

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A highway and tollbooth leads to the city of Kuala Lumpur.
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Mount Kinabalu (http://www.molon.de/galleries/Malaysia/Sabah/Kinabalu/Views/), the highest peak in Malaysia.
4,095.2 m (13,435 ft)

The main peak of the mountain can be climbed by a person with a good physical condition, and requires no mountaineering equipment. Other peaks along the massif, however, require rock climbing skills. The mountain features a large variety of flora, including wild pitcher plants and orchids.

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Mount Kinabalu view from Kundasang, 65Km away from Sabah state capital city, Kota Kinabalu.

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Pahang

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An hour outside of Kuala Lumpur, deep into the jungle, you find the tourist resort Bukit Tingi. Built like a french village, it has a cheezy atmosphere

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Kedah

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Langkawi

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Perlis - The smallest state in Malaysia

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padi (Rice) fields & limestone hills of Perlis

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Sarawak- The biggest state in Malaysia

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Kuching.

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KUCHING

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Terengganu

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Kenyir Lake, Malaysia's largest man-made lake

Location

Tasik Kenyir (Kenyir Lake), located in the heart of Terengganu spans over 260,000 hectares, making it the largest man-made lake in South East Asia. Terengganu, located in the East Coast of Malaysia, is also famous for its beautiful beaches and is also a nesting site for 4 species of sea-turtles. Tasik Kenyir (http://www.pbase.com/engjoo/tasik_kenyir_nov_2005&page=all) is so large that it shares its borders with Kelantan in the west and Pahang in the south, serving as a gateway to Taman Negara National Park, one of the world's oldest rainforest enclaves. For more on Taman Negara.

Kenyir Lake View Resort
(Formerly known as Tasik Kenyir Golf Resort)

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Penang

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Penang bridge - The longest bridge in Malaysia

Before 1985, transportation between the island and the mainland was solely dependent on the state-owned ferry services that runs between Butterworth and George Town.

Currently, the Penang Bridge is being expanded from 4 lanes to 6 lanes to accommodate the increasing traffic on the bridge. There was also a proposal for a second bridge or tunnel-bridge to be built but it was postponed indefinitely due to its formidable cost.

Bridge specification

Overall Length: 13.5 km (8.4 miles)
Length Over Water: 8.4 km (5.2 miles)
Penang Island Viaduct & Approach: 1.5 km (1.0 miles)
Height of Tower Above Water: 101.5 m
Height of Bridge Above Water: 33 m


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Johor

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Johor Bahru

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Selangor

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Putrajaya - Federal Territory of The Federation
Malaysian administrative capital

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Labuan

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Labuan or Labuan Island is the main island of the Malaysian Federal Territory of Labuan. Labuan is best known as an offshore banking centre and a tourist destination for nearby Bruneians and scuba divers. The name Labuan derives from the Malay word labuhan meaning anchorage.

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Perak

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Kellie Castle

The ruins of Kellie’s Castle is located near Batu Gajah and is about 30 minutes’ drive from Ipoh. The castle remains in ruins because the construction was never completed by the original owner due to his untimely death.

The property of English rubber tycoon William Kellie Smith, the incomplete 19th-century building remains dark and mysterious with much speculation among locals and visitors about hidden rooms and secret tunnels.

Its allure and romance led these ruins to be chosen as one of the set locations for the filming of "Anna and the King" in the mid 1990's.


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Kelantan

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Kelantan is positioned in the north-east of Peninsular Malaysia. Rising high on the slopes of Gunung Korbu, the second highest peak in Peninsular Malaysia. It is bordered by Thailand to the north, Terengganu to the south-east, Perak to the west, and Pahang to the south. To the north-east of Kelantan is the South China Sea.

Immigration Complex, Rantau Panjang (border town: Malaysia-Thailand)

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Malaysia is nice and beautifull, but I dont like people promoting their country with an overload of pictures.
Unless you made them yourself;)

Melaka - The historical state of Malaysia

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Melaka is the second smallest state in Malaysia, and is located in the southern part of the Malay Peninsula, on the Straits of Malacca.

Straits of Malacca and in Malay Selat Melaka is a narrow stretch of water between Peninsular Malaysia (West Malaysia) and the Indonesian island of Sumatra.

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This wide-angle map of south-east Asia shows that the Strait is the
most direct route from the Indian Ocean to the Pacific. The narrowness of
the Strait makes it a pinch point for world shipping.

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Christ Church: Constructed in 1753, the structure reflects original Dutch architecture. The building houses hand-crafted church benches, jointless ceiling skylights, a copper replica of the Bible, a headstone written in the Armenian language, and a replica of "The Last Supper".

Malaysia is nice and beautifull, but I dont like people promoting their country with an overload of pictures.
Unless you made them yourself;)



He is not a Malaysian to start with. But his love for Malaysia is unrivalled. And since he's not too good with Malay nor English.....pictures is his main communication tool :yes:

Great job Nazrey! :okay: ......maybe you could post some pictures taken by the Malaysian forumers ya :happy:

Malaysia is nice and beautifull, but I dont like people promoting their country with an overload of pictures.
Unless you made them yourself;)

wow, there are so many pictures!

Btw, Nazrey isn't a Malaysian, he's a Thai.

Negeri Sembilan

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Negeri Sembilan translated literally means "Nine States," so named because it comprises a federation of nine states. It is located on the south-west corner of Peninsular Malaysia and encompasses an area of 6,645 sq km including a 48-km gentle coastline. Seremban, the capital of Negeri Sembilan, is 64 km south of Kuala Lumpur.

Negeri Sembilan is noted for its Minangkabau-styled architecture, reflecting the influence of the State's first inhabitants from Sumatra.

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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.

Welcome to Malaysia

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Iban(Sarawak)/Indian/Malay/Chinese/Kadazan(Sabah)

31 AUGUST - MALAYSIAN NATIONAL DAY
Malaysian BANNER's 48th merdeka celebration by Szehoong

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Sarawak

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Gunung Mulu National Park: view on the Pinnacles

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Pahang

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Cameron Highlands is a highland region located about 20 km east of Ipoh and about 150km north of Kuala Lumpur in Pahang, Malaysia. At 5000 ft (1,500 m) above sea level it is the highest area on the mainland, and enjoys a cool climate, with temperatures no higher than 25°C and rarely falling below 10°C year round.

Cameron Highlands, Tea Plantation set up in 1929
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by Choo Tse Chien

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Tea Plantation

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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.

Hibiscus rosa sinensis

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The national flower of Malaysia

Malaysia Airlines

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Pahang

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Genting Highlands is a famous mountain resort in Malaysia straddling the border of the states of Pahang and Selangor. It can be reached by car or by the fastest moving cable car of South East Asia (6 m/s).

It is sometimes known as the Las Vegas of Malaysia as it is the only legal land-based casino in Malaysia. The Casinos are run by the Genting Group. Besides the casino, this resort also features many hotels owned by Genting subsidiaries, which is Genting Hotel, Highland Hotel, Resorts Hotel, Theme Park Hotel, First World Hotel, Awana Genting and Ria Apartment. One of them, the First World Hotel has 6,300 rooms, making it the largest hotel in the world. Other facilities in this resort include a theme park, golf course, sky diving simulator and many other diversions.


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Kual Lumpur from Genting Highlands

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To the casino...

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Selangor

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>> To Kuala Lumpur

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Great tour a wonderful country :) :okay:

Malaysia truley Asia :omg: ;)

btw, just an advice, if you'd post all similar photos of one place in the same post instead of one photo per post, it'd make it much easier to browse through the whole thread. :lol:

KL

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Peaceful Ambiance
Natural Wonders Attractions

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Islands of Malaysia

Pangkor island (http://www.pangkor.com.my/)

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Pulau Pangkor (http://www.infoscreen.com.my/video/PLRTVC2.mpg) is an island off the coast of Perak in north-west peninsular Malaysia, reached by ferry from Lumut, a small coastal town that links to Ipoh. It has a land area of only 8 square kilometers, and a population of approximately 25,000 inhabitants. It is heavily promoted as a low-key tourist destination by the Malaysia government, but fishing and fish products remain major industries.

Pangkor island airport

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Pangkor laut resort
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Islands of Sipadan (http://www.sipadan.com.my/) :
Sipadan island
Mabul island
Kapalai island

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In the northeast of Borneo, in the borderland between Malaysia, Indonesia and Philippines there are three world-class dive destinations located within sight of each other. Sipadan is the legendary island of the turtles, Kapalai with a resort built on stilts in the middle of the sea, and Mabul - an enchanting island where every coconut tree has its own number.

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by Angela Choi (http://www.pbase.com/ac11/diving_sipadan)

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Pictures by tuttle luttle (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tags/sipadan/)

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Islands of Sipadan :

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Layang-Layang island (http://www.myoutdoor.com/layanglayang/)

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underwater sanctuary Layang-Layang

Situated just over 300km northwest of Sabah's capital Kota Kinabalu in the South China Sea, Pulau Layang-Layang (Layang-layang Island) is an isolated atoll-like ring of 13 linked coral reefs. The whole island is only 7.5km long and two km wide. Due to its remoteness, the Layang-Layang reefs are pristine with superb visibility. Steep walls provide spectacular diving down to a great depth, and attract pelagic species such as Barracuda, Bigeye Trevally and Sharks.

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Redang island (http://www.myredang.com.my/)

Redang Island, locally known as Pulau Redang or just "Redang" is one of the largest and most beautiful of the islands off the east coast of Malaysia. It is a popular holiday island for Malaysians, most of whom come on package deals to one of the resorts. Redang is one of nine islands, which form a marine park, and which offer snorkling and diving opportunities. Access is from Merang or Kuala Terengganu on boats operated by the resorts; there is also a small airport (http://www.wingsoverasia.com/gallery/album35).

Airport of Redang island

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Tioman island (http://www.tioman.com.my/)

Tioman is the biggest and most impressive island at the east coast. There is a brisk jungle covers a ridge on the west section of the island, which ends at the idyllic location of a beautiful palm fringed beach. Tioman offers a wide range of activities for visitors: snorkeling in crystal clear water, discover the beautiful underwater world when you go diving, or just laze on the beach while you work on that tan. Also, there is a jungle on the island that is just begging to be explored. The dense forest is a habitat for many kinds of flora and fauna.

The island (http://www2s.biglobe.ne.jp/~ito-nori/tod2/) is served by ferries from the Malaysian mainland, and propeller plane service by Berjaya Air from Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.

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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.


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Tourism Malaysia (http://www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my/en/default.asp)

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Sepang (http://www.malaysiangp.com.my/) International Circuit

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Capacity 80 000
Built 1999
Laps 56
Circuit length 5.54 km (3.44 miles)
Race length 310.41 km (192.88 miles)
2005 winner 1:31'33.736 (Fernando Alonso, Renault)
2005 pole 3'07.672 (Fernando Alonso, Renault)
2005 fastest lap 1'35.483 (Kimi Rأ¤ikkأ�nen, McLaren)

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First included in the Formula One World Championship in 1999, the Malaysian Grand Prix is held at the hyper-modern Sepang International Circuit at Sepang, Malaysia, near Kuala Lumpur.

The seven Malaysian Grands Prix have seen a good deal of action on and off the track, whilst the weather furnace heat one minute, tropical storm the next adds extra spice. The most notable Grand Prix at Sepang to date was the inaugural event in 1999. It saw Michael Schumacher return to the sport after his absence due to a broken leg sustained at that year's British Grand Prix, dominating the race and handing the victory to title-hopeful teammate Eddie Irvine, only for both Ferraris to be disqualified due to a technical irregularity, handing the title until the steward's decision was over-rule to Mika Hأ¤kkinen.

The 2001 event was hit by a heavy rainstorm in the middle of the race which made conditions very difficult. Conditions were so bad that the two Ferraris of Michael Schumacher and Rubens Barrichello spun off almost simultaneously at the same corner. Remarkably, they both recovered to score a Ferrari '1-2'.

Since 2001, the Malaysian Grand Prix has moved from the end of the schedule to the beginning, which has seen some topsy-turvy results as teams and drivers get to grips with their new equipment, with many races heavily influenced by the winners and losers of the scramble for position into the tight double hairpin bend at the first corner.


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KLIA & Sepang F1 circuit
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The city is served by Kuala Lumpur International Airport, in Sepang, which is accessible via the KLIA Ekspres train service. The city was formerly served by the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang Jaya.

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Pahang

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Fraser's Hill is a hill resort located on the Titiwangsa Ridge in the state of Pahang in Malaysia.

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Sarawak

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Taman Negara was literally means "national park" in Malay. The total area of Taman Negara is 4,343 km.

Taman Negara encompasses three states, Pahang, Kelantan and Terengganu, each with its own legislation. The Taman Negara Enactment (Pahang) No.2 of 1939 is enforced in the state of Pahang, the Taman Negara Enactment (Kelantan) No. 14 of 1938 in the state of Kelantan and the Taman Negara Enactment (Terengganu) No.6 of 1939 in the state of Terengganu. The enactments have similar contents.

Taman Negara Pahang is the largest at 2,477 km, followed by Taman Negara Kelantan at 1,043 km and Taman Negara Terengganu at 853 km.

Taman Negara was declared for conservation in 1938 and has become Malaysia's premier national park and the largest in the country covering over 4343 square kilometres (434,300 hectares) of primary forest, spans across three states Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang - and is situated in the centre of the Peninsula Malaysia. Taman Negara is the most extensive protected area of pristine, lowland, evergreen rainforest in the country. Taman Negara originated from a Pahang State Legislation in 1925 and in the district of Jerantut. Over 1300 square kilometres of tropical jungle in its natural state was designated "THE GUNUNG TAHAN GAME RESERVE". This became the National Park in 1938 when the Sultan of Pahang, Terengganu and Kelantan set aside the present area, and named it the "KING GEORGE V NATIONAL PARK". After Independence, the name was changed to TAMAN NEGARA. The stated purpose of Taman Negara is "to utilise the land within the park in perpetuity, for the propagation, protection and preservation of indigeneous flora and fauna". With so much to see and do, a trip to Taman Negara is a must on your itinerary.

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Sabah

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Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre

The oldest Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre is located at Sepilok, which is a 20-minute drive from Sandakan. An area of 11,000 acres of virgin equatorial rainforest has been set aside as forest reserve and orang utan rehabilitation centre. Here, you can experience a close encounter with the "Wild Man of Borneo."

Orang Utan

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Feeding time

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Sabah is the only state in Malaysia where Stream loco is still operating in.

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Antique Kota Kinabalu Locomotive
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Tip of Borneo
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Kedah

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PEDU LAKE

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MUTIARA PEDU LAKE
Mutiara Pedu Lake Resort stands majestically on two islands in the 75-sq km
man-made lake, surrounded by one of the world's oldest tropical rainforests.
Its 205 chalets including suites are designed along Kedah-Thai wooden
houses on stilts, with some standing in the placid waters of the lake.


Pedu Lake or Ampangan Pedu as known locally, is located in the state of Kedah, Malaysia. It lies at latitude 6 degrees 15 minutes, longitude 100 degrees 46 minutes at the height of 59.0 meters above mean sea level. The lake has the characteristics of a sea with both low tide and high tide. At maximum water level, the lake is 97.5m deep (320 feet).This man-made lake, is 75 sq km in area, is surrounded by primary tropical rainforests. It is part of the catchment area for the Pedu Dam in which water is stored to irrigate the padi fields on the plains of Kedah.

Located 90km from the state capital Alor Setar and served by good roads, it is easily accessible.


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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.


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Malaysian Federal Territories

Federal Territory (Malay: Wilayah Persekutuan) is a collective of territories governed directly by the Malaysian federal government. All Federal Territories have equivalent status as other 13 Malaysian states though the territories have neither head of state nor has any state assembly. Currently, there are three Federal Territories in Malaysia. They are Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan. Kuala Lumpur is the Malaysian capital while Putrajaya is Malaysia's administrative center.

All Federal Territories were originally part of two states - Sabah and Selangor. Both Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya were part of Selangor while Labuan was part of Sabah. Kuala Lumpur was ceded by the state of Selangor to the federal government on February 1 1974 while Putrajaya became the third Federal Territory on October 19, 1995. Labuan, which was part of Sabah, became the second Federal Territory in 1984.

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Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur

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Federal Territory of Putrajaya
Putrajaya is a planned city and a federal territory that acts as an federal
government administration centre of Malaysia moved from the bustling of
Kuala Lumpur. However, Kuala Lumpur still serves as Malaysia's national and
legislative capital.

To the west is Cyberjaya, a cyber city, also located within the Multimedia
Super Corridor.

As a city created to be an administrative centre of a country, Putrajaya is
analogous to Washington DC in the United States, Canberra in Australia and
Brasilia in Brazil.

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Federal Territory of Labuan

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Malay Peninsula

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Peninsular Malaysia
Northern Region: Perlis, Kedah, Penang, Perak
East Coast Region: Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang
Central Region: Selangor, federal territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya
Southern Region: Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, Johor

Northern Region:
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Kedah

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Penang

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Perak

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Central Region:
Selangor

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East Coast Region:
Kelantan

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Terengganu

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Pahang

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Southern Region:
Negeri Sembilan

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Melaka

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Johor

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East Malaysia
East Malaysia contains Sabah and Sarawak
Sabah

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Dataran putra, Putrajaya

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The Dataran Putra, being a centerpiece of Putrajaya is where the Boulevard is linked to the Perdana Putra building and Mercu Tanda.

Designed basically as two concentric plazas surrounded by Taman Putra Perdana, the circular ceremonial area is an open hard landscape encircled by Chahar Baghs, which acts as a transition between the parks and the ceremonial area. Inside the Chahar Baghs is carefully arranged interplay of paths, water channels, flower beds and trees. Beyond the Chahar Baghs is a sea of colorful local flora.

The Dataran is divided into 11 segments, in the pattern of an 11-pointed star. The outer 11-pointed star represents the 11 states of Malaya when the country gained independence in August 1957, the inner 13-pointed star the 13 states that formed Malaysia in 1963 and the 14-pointed star includes the new addition of the Federal Territory. The progressive arrangements of the different pointed stars finally culminate in a circle in the centre of the Dataran. The circle symbolizes the ultimate goal of unity

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by Ian Chew

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Cyberjaya

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Cyberjaya is a township that forms a key part of the Multimedia Super Corridor in Malaysia. It is situated about 50 km from Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia.

Cyberjaya spans an area about 28.94 square kilometres (7,000 acres) the city is the nucleus of the Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC). It was built to be the city of the future, but no actual goals towards this end have been announced.

The official opening ceremony for Cyberjaya was held in July 1999 by then prime Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Mahathir bin Mohamad.

A number of companies who qualify for MSC incentives have relocated to Cyberjaya. Among them are IBM, Shell IT, EDS and others.

An early component of Cyberjaya was the Multimedia University (http://www.mmu.edu.my/v4/), known locally as MMU. The universitiy's enrolment is currently about 12,000 students. Departments include Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Creative Media, Business and Economics. MMU is no longer the only education institution located in Cyberjaya since the relocation of the Limkokwing University (http://www.limkokwing.edu.my/main.asp) of Creative Technology (LUCT) to Cyberjaya.

The site for Cyberjaya was primarily undeveloped land consisting of oil palm plantations. It has since seen extensive building activities including a small mall, a boutique hotel, and numerous commercial buildings. As of 2005, Cyberjaya still lacks significant residential properties resulting in de-population of the area when office workers commute home every night.

Cyberjaya is approximately 40 minutes from the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur, 30 minutes from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport and less than one hour from Port Klang, the nation's main port. It is connected to all main business districts by a network of highways. There is no railway station in Cyberjaya, even though the KLIA Ekspres railway line passes almost the whole length of Cyberjaya's eastern border. Cyberjaya does feature a single bus terminal.

Putrajaya

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Cyberjaya

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Putrajaya/Cyberjaya transport terminal

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Penang

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Penang Hill - funicular carriage

The ride up the Funicular railway from the Lower Tunnel Station takes around half hour to the top. The early red and white cable cars were made in Switzerland and the funicular railway was a feat in engineering for Southeast Asia when its train carriage first passed through the steepest tunnel in Penang. Before the railway, the only way up was by horse, that is, Acehnese ponies or by being carried all the way up by Tamil coolies!

A spectacular view awaits with a small botanical garden and 78 species of birds, with rare species of thrushes, woodpeckers, bee-eaters and sunbirds. Penang Hill is also home to the tree shrew, civet cat, flying lemur, macaque, monkeys and squirrels.


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Penang bridge

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Yatch club services in Malaysia

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KOTA KINABALU

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Langkawi

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Pahang

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Genting Highlands is a famous mountain resort in Malaysia straddling the border of the states of Pahang and Selangor. It can be reached by car or by the fastest moving cable car of South East Asia (6 m/s).

It is sometimes known as the Las Vegas of Malaysia as it is the only legal land-based casino in Malaysia. The Casinos are run by the Genting Group. Besides the casino, this resort also features many hotels owned by Genting subsidiaries, which is Genting Hotel, Highland Hotel, Resorts Hotel, Theme Park Hotel, First World Hotel, Awana Genting and Ria Apartment. One of them, the First World Hotel has 6,300 rooms, making it the largest hotel in the world. Other facilities in this resort include a theme park, golf course, sky diving simulator and many other diversions.


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Genting (http://www.genting.com.my/en/themepark/) - City Of Entertainment

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Genting sky venture!

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Flying coaster

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Awana Genting Resort shrouded in morning clouds

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Genting Them park

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|| Kuala Lumpur viewed from Genting mountain (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=257676) ||

interesting thread, nazrey!! great job ;)

Genting Highlands
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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.

Coat of arms

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really nice country :)

Istana Melawati (Melawati Palace) - The King's Palace at Putrajaya
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Nice, I love Malaysia!

Fear Factor Malaysia

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Now EPISODE13

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Fear Factor Malaysia (http://www.ntv7.com.my/Fearfactor_Main.htm) is the local version of the popular American reality show, which had in turn originated from a show called Now or Never that started in Holland 11 years ago.

The format of the Malaysian version is the same as the American one, with each episode featuring three male and three female contestants performing three daring tasks.

Malaysian Idol

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The first Malaysian Idol (2004)
Jacklyn Victor, better known simply as Jac

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Jaclyn Victor is fast gaining popularity as a sought-after performer
whose singing career has spanned close to a decade long. In an industry
where artistes are constantly trying to outdo one another in every possibility,
Jaclyn has kept true to herself with her powerful vocals, great improvisation
techniques, pleasing personality and elegant outfits.

Jaclyn Victor - Gemilang

Berjuta bintang menyanyi
Di antara yang satu
Mungkin cahaya dan impianku
Di sini gemilang

Lalu ku redah onak duri dan lautan api
Kemuncaknya ingin ku tawan
Aku jelajahi ohhh…

Chorus:
Kini gemilang itu semakin pasti kugenggam
Gemilang suara keyakinan kian dalam
Gementar harus jangan jiwaku harus bertenaga
Mungkinkah ini menjadi realiti

Bridge:
Lalu kuredah onak duri dan lautan api
Kemuncaknya inginku tawan aku jelajahi
Ohh…

Kini gemilang itu semakin pasti kugenggam
Gemilang suara keyakinan kian dalam
Gementar harus jangan jiwaku harus bertenaga
mungkinkah ini menjadi realiti

download the mp3 [here (http://www.azfar.name.my/search.php?s=gemilang)].

Norman Foster (http://www.fosterandpartners.com/InternetSite/html/Project.asp?JobNo=1028)'s Petronas University of Technology

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The Petronas University of Technology was founded in1997 at the invitation of the Malaysian Government, and when completed, will be the region’s largest academic centre for the study of civil, mechanical, chemical and electrical engineering. Fully funded by the Malaysian oil company Petronas, it aims to blend the best academic training with hands-on industrial experience to produce a new generation of graduates who can contribute to Malaysia’s industrial development.

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Library

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Kedah

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Four Seasons Hotel - Langkawi,Kedah

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Selangor

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Menara Kuala Lumpur ranks fourth amongst the tallest telecommunications towers in the world and was constructed over a period of four years and completed in May 1996. Menara Kuala Lumpur is designed to withstand wind pressures of up to 90mph.


104 years old Jelutong Tree besides the KL Tower

This rare Jelutong Tree ( Dyera Costulata ) is 95 years old. To conserve it the position of the Tower was shifted to avoid the tree, and a series of the soldier piles was installed as a retaining wall during the foundation excavation period to prevent the tree from topping. The conservation of the tree by perceptive planning and construction methods, incurring a total cost of Rm 430,000.00 permits this natural rarity to be enjoyed by yhe future generations. - Dated 1996

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Kedah

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Alor Setar Tower

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The Alor Setar Tower is the world's 19th tallest telecommunications tower. It stands at a height of 165.5 metres and was constructed at a cost of RM40 million.This landmark of the state not only serves as a telecommunications tower but as a tourist attraction cum recreational centre for the arts and other cultural activities as well.

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Kuala Lumpur

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Alor Setar

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Perak

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Royal Museum (Istana Kenangan)

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Previously known as Istana Kenangan, lstana Tepas and Istana lembah, Situated near the lstana lskandariah, the Sultan of Perak's official palace at Kuala Kangsar.

It was planned and built in 1926 after the great floods of 1926. Shaped like a sword, the entire palace was built without a blueprint and not a single nail was used. The walls are made of woven sliced bamboo, and patterned in diamond motifs called the 'kelarai'. The roof is in the shape of the 5 ridges of a traditional Malay house and the ridge of a row of bananas - known as 'perabung 5 and perabung pisang sesikat'. The palace was completed in 1931 and set up as a temporary residence for Sultan Iskandar Shah (1918 - 1938, the 30th Sultan of Perak) while the original royal palace or istana negara was being torn down for the new Istana Iskandariah.

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A typical wooden Malay house.
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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.

Perusahaan Otomobil Nasional Sdn Bhd (PROTON)
Malaysian National Car

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PROTON worldwide

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Australia Official site (http://www.proton.com.au/)
UK Official site (http://www.proton.co.uk/proton_splash.asp)
Singapore Official site (http://www.proton.com.sg/)
Turkey Official site (http://www.protontr.com/)
South Africa Official site (http://www.protoncars.co.za/)
Iran Official site (http://www.zagrosskhodro.com/index.asp)
Nepal Official site (http://www.proton.com.np/)

PROTON Gen2
All MODELS (http://www.proton.com.my/showroom/index.php?currentSceneSec=0801&currentScene=0800&currentButton=8)

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Perodua - Malaysian compact car

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Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua (http://www.perodua.com.my/index.php))
Perodua Myvi Colours (http://paultan.org/archives/2005/05/19/perodua-myvi-colours-the-myvi-rainbow-p/)


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MODENAS (http://www.modenas.com.my/) :::: Motosikal Dan Enjin Nasional Sdn. Bhd.
Malaysian Natioanl Motorcycle

Latest model
PASSION 125

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KL monorail

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Exchange rates

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Cars per 1000 people
Source : economist.com

this is a comprehensive thread on Malaysia. Keep up the good work Nazrey!

Wau

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PICTURE : Kelantan Is Fame For The Giant Wau Bulan

Wau or Kite in Malay is a uniquely designed Malayan kite that has flown since times past.

It is a marvelous tradition inherent to the culture of the people, especially in the Eastern States of the Malayan Peninsula. Today, the kite is still widely found in Kelantan and Terengganu, especially during harvest time.

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Wau bulan
Moon Kite

Wau bulan

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Malaysia Airlines

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Malaysia Airlines (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=195055&page=1&pp=20)' humble origins began in the golden age of travel. A joint initiative of the Ocean Steamship Company of Liverpool, the Straits Steamship Company of Singapore and Imperial Airways led to a proposal to the government of the Colonial Straits Settlement to run an air service between Penang and Singapore. The result was the incorporation of Malayan Airways Limited (MAL) on October 12, 1937.

On April 2, 1947, the first fare paying passengers boarded an MAL Airspeed Consul plane in Singapore that was bound for Kuala Lumpur. By the end of 1947, Malayan Airways had engaged in an expansion exercise to cater to the growing needs of a growing nation. Within three months, MAL broke the borders of domestic service to offer flights to Jakarta, Medan, Palembang and Saigon. A dynamic team of visionaries saw the need for expansion for such a young airline. The era of international travel was coming to Asia and MAL was to be a pioneer in providing regional flight services.

Then, British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC - now British Airways), a technology pioneer and a majority shareholder of MAL, provided technical services such as repairs, spares and training, even initiating training for local crew members in the United Kingdom. The presence of BOAC also facilitated MAL's entry as a member of IATA.

Meeting the needs of regional travel also meant expanding the fleet and providing for passenger comfort. Services on the five-seater Airspeed Consul were further enhanced by the acquisition of a 21-seater DC3. The DC3 also heralded the advent of in-flight service in MAL.

A year after the Independence of Malaya in 1957, MAL took the next step in becoming part of the new corporate scene in Malaysia. The participation of BOAC, QANTAS, the government of the Federation of Malaya, Singapore and the Territory of North Borneo launched MAL as a public limited company.

By 1958, the resources that were accumulated from being a public corporation allowed MAL to acquire five more Beaver aircraft and a new Douglas DC4 Skymaster, which went on to pioneer a route to Hong Kong. This was MAL's first flight beyond Southeast Asia.

The process of fleet expansion followed in 1959 when MAL entered the jet age with the purchase of the Vickers Viscount aircraft. The jet age brought about speed and new levels of comfort for travellers. By 1960, MAL had taken possession of a Lockheed Super Constellation, which propelled MAL into other far-flung regions of Asia.

The acquisition of an 82-seater Briston Britania in 1960 made mass transport by air a reality. This led to the first international non-stop service for MAL, which operated directly between Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong.

Metro KL

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CITIES IN MALAYSIA (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=223651&page=5)

BRIDGES IN MALAYSIA (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=260143&page=1)

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Kuala Lumpur International airport (KLIA)

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Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is Malaysia's main international airport and is situated in Sepang district, in the south of the state of Selangor, about 50 km from the capital city, Kuala Lumpur.

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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.

Keris
Malaysia's dagger

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Malay wedding
(Highest Solemnization typing)
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Lower Solemnization
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Bukit Jalil National Stadium

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Designed to host a multitude of events, the National Stadium is the central and most prominent sports building in the National Sports Complex (http://www.ksn.com.my/gallery/gallery.asp?foldname=national) in Bukit Jalil.

The elliptical outdoor stadium has a total area of 76,000 sq. m. and its classic bowl shape is enhanced by its dramatic overlapping of three spectator tiers. Built to world class standards, its modern facilities are ideal for athletic meets and international football matches.

The stadium's main entrance and surrounding areas are adorned with panel motifs featuring designs of traditional art carvings and a giant Kris (Malay dagger) symbolic of Malay traditional courage and heroism.



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The 80x105m field is girdled by a nine-lane 400m tartan track built to international standards and specifications. It also features a 9m-wide 400m synthetic track lane plus a 6m-wide 60m track specially designed for warming-up purposes.



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The stadium's spectacular roof structure is made of a translucent polyurethane material that inhibits fungus growth and provides optimum shelter from the weather for 100,000 spectators. The three-tiered seating arrangement enhances viewing by reducing the distance between the spectators and events in the field. There are also 200 spaces for wheelchairs with convenient access from designated car parks.

When the stadium is not in use, the seating pattern combined with its variety of colours create a striking visual effect - the colourful waves of the Jalur Gemilang (the national flag) in dynamic motion.


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Stadiums in Malaysia (http://www.worldstadiums.com/asia/countries/malaysia.shtml)

Bukit Jalil National Stadium/ LRT station, Kuala Lumpur
Capacity : 100,200
Built : 1998

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Satay

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Beef Satay

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- The most famous satay stall in Malaysia is Sate Haji Samuri in Kajang, Selangor which was established in 1917.
- In Johor especially in Muar. Satay is served on breakfast in the morning.
- A unique pork satay can be found in Melaka. This store has been around for a very long time and features only pork satay with a sauce. Instead of the traditional peanut sauce it features a pineapple-based spicy sauce.
- Satay celup or steamboat satay is a variation of satay. It consists of raw meat, seafood or vegetables on skewers that are dipped into a boiling satay sauce to cook during the meal.
- As one of Malaysia's national dishes, Malaysia Airlines serves satay to its First and Business Class passengers as an appetizer on many of its long-haul flights.


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Sate Ayam Saos Kacang (Chicken Satay)

The New First Class dining experience!

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Colours of Malaysia - Opening Parade

Malaysia citrawarna
colours of Malaysia

This enthralling event showcases the best of Malaysian culture, craft and cuisine over an entire month. Delight in the colourful parades, dance and music performances; savour the array of mouth-watering local delicacies at food festivals and visit the exquisite cultural exhibitions held nationwide.

Coming soon!
10 June - 8 July 2006
venue : Throughout Malaysia


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National Day Celebration
31 August

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Kedah

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Tanjung Dawai

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Rice Fields Ripe For Harvesting Northern Malaysia

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Green Rice Fields Northern Malaysia

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Perlis - The smallest state in Malaysia

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Gua Kelam, Recreational Park

Gua Kelam, Kaki Bukit refers to the 370-metre long limestone cave at the small town of Kaki Bukit. Its name literally means "at a foothill (Kaki Bukit) lies a dark cave (Gua Kelam)". Access to the cave is by way of a suspension bridge. The uniqueness of approach, as well as the experience of walking along the bridge, make a visit to this place an intriguing and adventurous experience.

A subterranean stream flows in the limestone range near Kaki Bukit for about a quarter of a mile long. As in other limestone areas, the stream has built a long cavern over the centuries. This physiographic phenomenon was enlarged throughout the length of the underground stream in 1935 by a resident Englishman who saw it as a marvellous way of transporting tin ore from a mine located near the stream entrance through the underground cavern.

A wooden walkway hangs suspended throughout the length of the underground cavern providing a wondrous means of communication from Kaki Bukit to a valley on the opposite end - the Wan Tangga Valley.

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Taiping Zoo

Taiping Zoo (http://www.zootaiping.gov.my) is special in its own way. It is located in a lovely natural setting in Taiping Lake Gardens close to the foot of the Larut Hill (Maxwell Hill). The beautiful natural setting with streams, lakes and abundance of flora gives the zoo a unique advantage of being able to use nature to its best.


'Taman Mergastua Sultan Idris Shah' or the Taiping Zoo, which is located at the Lake Gardens in Taiping, is the only Zoo in the North of Peninsular Malaysia. Covering an area of 34 acres, the Taiping Zoo has embarked on an expansion programme which includes the building of new "Open Concept" animal enclosures. These enclosures which take into consideration the natural habitat of the respective animal, has been favourably received by the public-both for its inherent beauty and thoughtful design.

Taiping Zoo is currently home to more than 180 species of animals totalling - 1,300 individuals. These include Tigers, Lions, Elephants, Hippopotamus, Giraffes, Hornbills, Orang Utans and others. Furthermore, attempts to breed these animals have been very successful. This has seen the proliferation of such animals like the Malaysian Tiger, Lion, Siamang, Deer, Nilgai, Night Heron and many others.

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Perak

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Kuala Gula Bird Sanctuary

The Kuala Gula Bird Sanctuary is located in the district of Kerian in the state of Perak Darul Ridzuan. The sanctuary has been established since 1970 by the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (PERHILITAN) and the state government of Perak. The main objective of creating the sanctuary is to protect migratory and resident bird species, which have been using the wetland area for many years. The migratory birds utilise the large mudflat area for feeding and resting during their migratory route from the northern to the southern hemisphere. Tens of thousands of migratory birds comprising 48 species of 8 families visit Kuala Gula from September until April each year. Some of these migratory birds come from as far as Siberia in Russia, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Japan and China. The Kuala Gula mangrove swamp forest and mudflat are not only important for migratory birds but also for 600 families of fishermen who depend totally on the mangrove forests and marine ecosystem for their livelihood. Many fishermen involved in fishing, cockle farming, aquaculture, shrimp and crabs derive their income from this wetland area. Currently, eco-tourism activities are getting popular in Kuala Gula. Approximately 5,000 visitors came to Kuala Gula last year. The fishermen living in the vicinity of Kuala Gula for the last hundred years have survived within the natural ecosystem of this mangrove swamp forest. The dependence of man on this natural ecosystem will continue for generations to come.

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Perak

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Taiping Lake Gardens

The oldest lake gardens in the country, this park sprawls over 62 hectares at the foot of the hill resort of Bukit Larut. Magnificently sculptured out of the natural environment, these picture-postcard gardens present a serene and panoramic landscape with their lush greenery, lovely lakes and a profusion of colorful flowers and plants. The unforgettable sight here is the huge, ancient angsana trees with their drooping branches that seem to defy the law of gravity.

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Nazrey, i salute you for those pictures!

I hope the other forumers will appreciate it.

Kelantan

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Fishing Village

A visit to one of Kelantan's quaint fishing villages should not be missed. Two well known villages are Kuala Besar and Kampung Sabak, both only 15 km from the capital. Fisherman normally put out to sea at dawn and return in the early afternoon to sell their catch on the beach. Haggling over prices and the sorting and weighing of the catch provide an interesting cacophony against the picturesque backdrop of gaily painted boats lining the beach.

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Penang

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Pineapple Plantation Batu Kawan

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Batu Kawan Mud Flats

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Perak

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Turtle Hatchery Segari Pasir Panjang Perak

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Kedah

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Lembah Bujang Archeological Site

Artifacts and other relics excavated from the Lembah Bujang archaeological digs are displayed here at the museum, which was built in 1978.

You can view collections and exhibits that prove the existence of a Hindu/Buddhist civilisation that thrived for over a thousand years from the 3rd or 4th century AD. Evidence also points to the area once being an important centre for commerce with traders coming from far and near.

You can also view the excavated sites. Guided tours by appointment are available. After the trip to the museum, visitors can also stop for a picnic at a waterfall that is in the vicinity.

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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.

visit Malaysia 2007 (http://www.motour.gov.my/index2.php)

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For more information on the logo

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The text 'Visit' & numerals '2007' in similar bold freehand is used to reinforce
and complement the word 'Malaysia'. The use of red offsets and reinforces
the blue of 'Malaysia'

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Malaysia is written in a strong freehand both to permit conformity with the overall design proposal as well as the existing 'Malaysia, Truly Asia' tagline while providing the suggestion of a liberal nation and accomodating population. It is intended to portray a level of 'casualness' and a lack of formality for visitors.

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Centred within the logo signature is the heart which is symbolic of Malaysia's welcome to the world with open arms and hearts. It also forms the primary and most prominent petal of the design.

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The five dots of the stamen representing fifty years of independence and reinforces Tourism Malaysia's existing logo. The imagery also denotes Malaysia's rising prominence in the region as a modern nation as well as being indicative of hope and happiness.

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'Celebrating 50 Years of Nationhood' carries with it the idea of self governance and freedom.

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Red represents the vitality openess and hospitality for which Malaysians are well known

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The green naturally stands for our rich tropical heritage, our parks and forest reserves as well as the vast biodiversity we have to offer the world.

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Blue represent clear and friendly tropical skies, our rich, warm seas and endless hours of fun and recreation.

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The yellow stands for our constitutional monarchy. Belief in God, the rule of law and giving rise to a stable nation.

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Orange stands for warms, tropical holidays all year round.

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This blue line holding the five petals together provide both visual cohesion as well as being indicative of a shared vision that hold all Malaysians together. It could be construed as a shared thread of history and continuity of a growing nation.

Pahang

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Tea Factory Cameron Highlands Pahang

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Kedah

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Sungei Sedim Bukit Hijau Kedah

Interested in extreme sports such as white-water rafting? If rafting is what you’re looking for, then Sungai Sedim could be the place for you.

A 17km loop MTB track, the Sungai Sedim route is made up of an uphill track at the riverside, followed by a technical downhill, a double track and then a slippery uphill at the double track.

The hardest part of the trail is at the entry climb, the technical downhill before the crossing of the river and the slippery uphill at the double track.

Of course, expect a lot of mud during the rainy season. However, this is a good trail for newcomers to the sport.


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Sungei Sedim
by Kelvin Khor

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Perhentian island (http://www.perhentian.com.my/)

The two Perhentian Islands are rated as some of the most beautiful islands in the world…a virtual paradise for snorkelling and diving in crystal-clear water or just for lazing on one of the white sandy beaches waiting for the coconuts to drop …
Pulau Perhentian is located in the South China Sea 25 km from the coast of Kuala Besut. It consists of two islands, Pulau Perhentian Besar and Pulau Perhentian Kecil. Both islands are surrounded by beautiful palm-fringed sandy beaches andcrystal-clear turquoise-blue sea.

All manner of aquatic life is visible both near and far from the beach such as turtles, sharks, coral and thousands of tropical fish. The interior is covered by jungle with a wide variety of species. You can watch monitor lizards, monkeys, geckos, flying squirrels, butterflies and many other types - sometimes right in front of your chalet. There are no roads and not many paths, so the islands are mainly peaceful and untouched - so far.
Tourism is relatively new to these islands, in fact, the past five years have seen rapid increases in tourism numbers and there are now many new rooms and services to accommodate guests. Perhentian is fast developing, possibly too fast.
But there is still not enough accommodation on public holidays, long weekends and in the main season July/August. Therefore you should book your room as soon as possible.


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Kelantan

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Central Market in Kota Baharu

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This is the "wet" (fresh produce) market located on ground floor of the Central Market in the town of Kota Bharu where, interestingly enough, most of the vendors are women. At ten in the morning, the cavernous, octagonal hall seethes with colour and activity.

One floor up, customers throng around stalls stacked with packages of mysterious herbs, dried leaves, gnarled barks and roots. Patrons sitting at tables wield their chopsticks deftly in and out of steaming bowls of broth and wonton dumplings, and the air sizzles with the smell of curried chicken, fried noodles, and steamed fish. A vendor beams at me as he pours hot milky tea from a mug held high above his head into another held at thigh level; when the latter is brimming, he reverses mugs and does it again, without spilling a drop. When he is satisfied that the teh tarik "pulled tea" is blended to frothy perfection, he offers it to me. It tastes like Indian chai-sweet and spicy.


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Sarawak

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Gunung Mulu National Park: view on the Pinnacles

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Gunung Mulu National Park (http://whc.unesco.org/pg.cfm?cid=31&id_site=1013) - UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Important both for its high biodiversity and for its karst features, Gunung Mulu National Park, on the island of Borneo in the State of Sarawak, is the most studied tropical karst area in the world. The 52,864-ha park contains seventeen vegetation zones, exhibiting some 3,500 species of vascular plants. Its palm species are exceptionally rich, with 109 species in twenty genera noted. The park is dominated by Gunung Mulu, a 2,377 m-high sandstone pinnacle. At least 295 km of explored caves provide a spectacular sight and are home to millions of cave swiftlets and bats. The Sarawak Chamber, 600 m by 415 m and 80 m high, is the largest known cave chamber in the world.

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Mulu landscape with limestone hills

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Deer Cave

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Deer Cave: illuminated walkway and bats emerging from the cave every evening

Gunung Mulu National Park

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Gunung Mulu National Park

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Gunung Mulu National Park

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Wind Cave: entrance

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Clearwater Cave: underground river

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Sarawak

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Kuching
by Marc Guitard

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Kuching Landmark

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Kuching Amphiteatre

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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.

Petroliam Nasional Bhd, PETRONAS

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PETRONAS, short for Petroliam Nasional Bhd, is Malaysia's national petroleum
corporation established on 17 August 1974. Wholly-owned by the
Government, the corporation is vested with the entire oil and gas resources
in Malaysia and is entrusted with the responsibility of developing and adding
value to these resources.

PETRONAS Twin Towers

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Kinabalu Park (http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1012) - UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Kinabalu Park, in the State of Sabah on the northern end of the island of Borneo, is dominated by Mount Kinabalu (4,095 m), the highest mountain between the Himalayas and New Guinea. It has a very wide range of habitats, from rich tropical lowland and hill rainforest to tropical mountain forest, sub-alpine forest and scrub on the higher elevations. It has been designated as a Centre of Plant Diversity for Southeast Asia and is exceptionally rich in species with examples of flora from the Himalayas, China, Australia, Malaysia, as well as pan-tropical flora.

Pictures by Terence Lim (http://www.pbase.com/terence_lcs/flowers)
Pitcher-plant in Kinabalu Park

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Dendrobium Elizabeth

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Dendrobium Joaquim Alberto Chissano

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orchid akino

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dendrobium Masako Kotaishi Hidenka

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Dendrobium Begum Khaleda Zia

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dendrobium Benazir Bhutto

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More photos here (http://www.molon.de/galleries/Malaysia/Sabah/Kinabalu/)

Selangor

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Kampong Kuantan Fireflies, Selangor, Malaysia
A fine example of eco-tourism


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Watching fireflies (http://hydec.com/firefly.htm) is an enchanting experience, there is nothing like cruising on a boat along the river in the night to capture the beauty of this natural wonder. The best time to watch is 1-4 hours after sunset. A nervous excitement fills most people as they step into the boats, as the darkness is quite thick at first. In a matter of moments your eyes adjust and the fairy like lights of the fireflies line the shore. The fireflies inhibit the branches of a certain tree, the "berembang" which line the riverbank.

Along the Firefly Park Resort Kampung Bukit Belimbing in Kuala Selangor you will never cease to be amazed as one of the fast gaining worldwide popularity site of one of the world’s most promoted fireflies (a tiny wasp-like insects) colonies. These fireflies inhibit around the branches of the berembang trees that grows along the riverbank.
Every night there is a stream of electric driven motor boats that ferry sight-seeing tourists up along the Selangor River silently to listen to the spectacular symphonic harmony of these fireflies while viewing their luminous flashes of light that is truly a magnificent sight to the eyes of the beholder.

Is it possible to make photos of the fireflies...

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Watching fireflies in Kuala Selangor has boomed into a mini industry. The Firefly Park Resort Kampung Bukit Belimbing is here (http://www.journeymalaysia.com/citykselangorfireflies.htm) to provide tourists with the convenience of a comfortable abodes by erecting chalets along the riverbank which take great pains as to not upset the ecological balance of this nature’s park. Built on stilts above clear riverine water that have abundance of different variety of fishes, the chalets also come with modern amenities Parents don’t worry the children’s playground, creatively designed; in bright colours have all the necessary safety standards. If an early morning jog is on the agenda a well-paved jogging track equipped with recreational facilities is easily accessible joggers can take in the beautiful landscape and fresh air without the sounds of traffic

Pahang

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Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary

Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Centre (http://www.journeymalaysia.com/MR_ecenter.htm), or popularly referred to as the Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary, is located within the bio diversified-rich and protected Krau Game Reserve & was set up in 1989 under the DWNP <Department of Wildlife & National Parks, Malaysia>, manned by the Elephant Capture & Translocation Unit

In the year 2000, the non-profit, non-governmental entity, the Malaysian Elephant Appeal was formed to help improve the situation at Kuala Gandah. The Appeal's first project was the creation of an enclosed area in which the elephants could be free to roam. Since the completion of that project, the Appeal has proceeded with several other projects that have succeeded in greatly improving the health and welfare of the elephants. Currently, the Appeal is working on developing the educational capacity of the elephant centre with the goal of transforming it into a learning hub for environmental conservation in Malaysia.

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Selangor

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Lake Gardens

Kuala Lumpur's most popular park, located at Jalan Perdana, showcases harmony, beauty and tranquility created by both man and nature. Built around two lakes, the sprawling 91.6 hectares tropical garden is a pleasant oasis within the city providing a cool and soothing ambience as one walks through a vista of exotic blooms, luxuriant foliage, imposing sculptures, creative theme parks and majestic-looking raintrees.

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Labuan

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The duty free destination of Labuan is surrounded by pristine fringing coral reefs housing all manner for fish and marine life however there is another attraction for divers here (http://www.asiadivesite.com/malaysia-dive-sites/labuan/index.php). Four ship wrecks lie in shallow waters just south of Pulau Labuan. Diving is for all experience levels from novice to pro as penetration is possible.

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Blue Water Wreck

This wreck lies northeast of Kuraman Island and is 34 km from Labuan. It gets its name from the clear 'blue' waters it lies lies in and of all the wrecks in the area this one has the best visibility. The Mabini Padre is a large Philippines fishing trawler, which caught fire and sank in 1981. The vessel lies on its port side in 35 metres with the starboard side rising to 24 metres. The side is a garden of soft corals ( dendronephthya ) and marine growth has encompassed a lot of this ship.

The hull is easily penetrated aft of the bridge superstructure, however, as in all wrecks, the chance of a rust-out, particularly in any machine spaces is an ever present risk. The swim through the stern trawl shute allows divers to pass round and under the stern to observe the single screw.

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Depth: 25 - 35m

Viz: 10 - 35m

Currents: Occasional

Getting there : Boat 40 mins

Best months: Apr / Oct

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Cement Wreck

The Tung Huang is a freighter that sank while transporting cement to Brunei for the Sultan's new palace on 25 September 1980. It hit the Samarang Bank and sank as it tried to reach Labuan for repairs. The wreck now lies east of Kuraman Island and just 21 km from Labuan. The vessel, 92m long, 15m wide and 7.5m deep sits vertically on the seabed at 30m. It is the easiest wreck to navigate, making it ideal for training in wreck diving.

Divers can penetrate the cargo hold and docks however nets are draped all over the vessel so care must be taken. The easy penetrations to the engine room and superstructure are riskier now days as the structure is slowly taken by the sea. The funnel fell over to port in the late 1990's and the storms of August 2002, caused the hydraulic pumping of the sea to blow out a number of superstructure panels. There is a great variety of marine life to be found here including barracuda, turtles, lion fish and reef fish. Soft and hard corals grow on the surface of the wreck, which makes this the best Labuan wreck for underwater photography.

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Depth: 25 - 35m

Viz: 5 - 20m

Currents: Weak

Getting there : Boat 30 mins

Best months: Apr / Oct

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American Wreck

This World War II US Navy minesweeper lies around 24 kilometers south of Labuan in roughly 30 meters of water. The USS Salute was built in Seattle, in 1943. It was first put into service in Hawaii in 1944 escorting convoys between Pearl Harbor and several ports in the Far East. Later it was involved in intense action, providing protection for anti-aircraft vessels and submarine, as well as minesweeping. After several minesweeping operations in the Philippines, the ship began operating in Brunei Bay where it struck a mine in 1945. Nine US sailors lost their lives when she sank.

Diving reveals that the stern is relatively intact with depth charge rails on deck and the top blades of the propellers just visible beneath at 30 metres deep. A huge mass looms up which are the bows facing sternwards. Off to starboard of the stern is a third large part of the ship, it is clearly evident how much damage was done by the mine. The wreck can be penetrated but be very careful as she is slowly collapsing and there is live ammunition around.

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Depth: 25 - 30m

Viz: 5 - 20m

Currents: Weak

Getting there : Boat 30 mins

Best months: Apr / Oct

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Australian Wreck

Until recently this ship thought to have been sunk by the Royal Australian Air force, has now been identified as the Dutch vessel SS De Klerk. Scuttled by the Dutch in 1942 but salvaged by the Japanese and renamed Imabari Maru, she hit a mine and sunk 23km southwest of Labuan in 1944. She now lies at a fifty-degree angle on her port side, with only her metal skeleton left to attract abundant fish life. 339 passengers lost their lives, mostly workers and prisoners of war.

The steam engine is a good example of its kind and the wreck is easy to penetrate. The vessel lies in 35 metres with the high side of the wreck rising to 25 metres. There is a huge blast hole in the starboard side. At the stern is the steel propeller which was visible in 1993 but was covered by sand in 2003.

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Depth: 25 - 35m

Viz: 5 - 15m

Currents: Weak

Getting there : Boat 30 mins

Best months: Apr / Oct

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Labuan International Sea Sports Complex

Labuan (http://www.labuan.net/modules.php?name=coppermine&file=thumbnails&album=3) International Sea Sports Complex is located at the waterfront area along Jalan Tanjung Purun. It is within close proximity to Labuan town center. The complex covers an area of 5.91 acres. It was a project under the 7th Malaysia plan and built at a total cost of RM25 million.

Labuan International Sea Sports Complex is part of the Labuan waterfront beautification project. Its objective is to create a world-class water sports center and to develop more attractive places of interests in line with the Malaysian Prime Minister's vision to turn Labuan into a major island destination.

Labuan International Sea Sports Complex opens to the public in June 2001 when it hosted the yearly Labuan Sea Challenge 2001.

The improved infrastructure and facilities provided by this complex is expected to enhance Labuan's appeal to attract more tourists and investors. The modern amenities will enable the island to host more international sea sports events and championships.

The Labuan International Sea Sports Complex is designed with three prominent structures connected to a main viewing plaza. Every building houses a specific activity. Each of these imposing towers is an integral part of a large modern water sports complex. The architecture offers a dramatic expression of nature, tradition and modern functionality. The complex houses the main sea sports centre, an administrative block, a marine biology museum, souvenir shops and eateries.

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Layang-Layang island (http://www.myoutdoor.com/layanglayang/)

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underwater sanctuary Layang-Layang

Situated just over 300km northwest of Sabah's capital Kota Kinabalu in the South China Sea, Pulau Layang-Layang (Layang-layang Island) is an isolated atoll-like ring of 13 linked coral reefs. The whole island is only 7.5km long and two km wide. Due to its remoteness, the Layang-Layang reefs are pristine with superb visibility. Steep walls provide spectacular diving down to a great depth, and attract pelagic species such as Barracuda, Bigeye Trevally and Sharks.

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The wall here (http://www.asiadivesite.com/malaysia-dive-sites/layang-layang/index.php) drops from 15 meters down to 40 and then beyond. A current runs parallel to the wall and huge red, yellow and green Gorgonians can be seen feeding in it. The viz here can be awsome as a result of the horizontal current. It is also one of the better places to spot hammerhead sharks and big schooling pelagics such as tuna and barracuda. The scalloped hammerheads are most likely to appear in April and May, they can be in extremely large schools so keep an eye out towards the deep blue.

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Layang Layang at a glance

Accommodation : Resort

Highlights : Stunning visibility, marine life and Hammerheads.

Average cost of a dive : $50 (accom inclusive package)

Dive Sites : 10+

Dive Operators : 1

Getting there : Air 1 hour from Kota Kinabalu.

Off Season : Nov / Jan

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Labuan

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The World War II Memorial

The World War II Memorial in Labuan is the largest in Malaysia. 3,905 graves of soldiers mostly Australians, British and Indians lie here. This memorial is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Photos were taken in December 2004.

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Selangor

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KL Bird Park (http://www.birdpark.com.my/index.htm)
The world's Largest walk-in free flight aviary

- Nearly 21 acres of aviaries
- There are more than 3000 birds from hundreds of species

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Royal Langkawi International Regatta 2006

From the 12th until the 17th of Februari, the Royal Langkawi (http://www.langkawiregatta.com) Yacht Club will be organizing the Royal Langkawi International Regatta 2006, in Kuah, Langkawi.

The 2006 regatta is expected to see participation from various countries including Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. Seasoned sailors and cruising yachtsmen from various countries will be at the helm of about 50 to 70 yachts in four grueling races.

A host of exciting activities have been planned for the regatta, including a fabulous fireworks display for the closing ceremony, and performances by guest artists. Participants and guests will also be treated to sumptuous dinners and fun-filled parties while exciting events, merchandise booths and lots more are being planned for visitors to the regatta.


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Penang

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Kuan Yin temple and Kek Lok Si

One of Southeast Asias finest Buddhist temples, the Kek Lok Si is located in the town of Ayer Itam. Built in tiers, the temple culminates with the beautifully crafted, 7-story, 30 meters high Pagoda

The sprawling Buddhist temple of Kek Lok Si climbs up a hillside near the village of Air Itam, now really a suburb of Georgetown. The temple was begun in 1890. The temple is supposedly the largest in Malaysia.


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Batu Caves

- The Batu Caves are a Hindu temple
- World's Tallest/Biggest Murugan Statue in Kuala Lumpur (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=322897)
- The 250 stairs up to the cave
- Monkey, monkeys, monkeys...

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Sabah

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White Water Rafting

A new thrill in Sabah is whitewater rafting. This exciting sport of rafting down rivers with foaming, turbulent rapids is a big attraction for both locals and foreigners' in Sabah. Its wide variety of fast flowing rivers, matches with scenic splendours of Borneo's pristine jungles, transforms each rafting trip into a unique experience of one of the world's cultural and botanical treasures. The Padas river challenge adventure seekers to defy its thundering wavesover 10 feet high. This trip originates from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom Gorge and follows a ride on the unique narrow gorge railway to the start of an adrenalin pumping roller coastal ride, and Kiulu Rivers adventure offer wholesome family fun with white waters separated by enough calm stretches of river to recuperate.


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Beaufort

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Sabah

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Rafflesia

Rafflesia is a genus of parasitic flowering plants. It contains 15-19 species (including four incompletely known species as recognized by Meijer 1997), all found in southeastern Asia, on the Malay Peninsula, Borneo, Sumatra and Kalimantan, and the Philippines. The flowers have no leaves and hardly any stem, just a huge speckled five-petaled flower with a diameter up to 106 cm, and weighing up to 10 kg. Even the smallest species, R. manillana, has 20 cm diameter flowers. The flowers smell like rotting meat, hence its local names which translate to "corpse flower" or "meat flower". It is parasitic on vines in the genus Tetrastigma (Vitaceae), spreading its roots inside the vine. The fruit is eaten by tree shrews and other forest mammals. Rafflesia is an official state flower of Sabah (http://www.sabahtourism.com/) in Malaysia.
SOURCE : Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rafflesia)


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Getting Here

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Sabah (http://www.sabahtourism.com/travelGuide.php?ID=99&lg=1) enjoys good air-links with major cities in Asia-Pacific. Direct flights as well as transit flights via Bangkok, Brunei, Hong Kong, Taipeh, Kaoshiung, Manila, Cebu, Seoul, Singapore and Tokyo offer frequent and easy access. Whether you are chartering your own plane or travelling on major airlines, you’ll find the logistics are easy to plan. There are currently 6 airlines flying directly in Kota Kinabalu, the capital city.

Sabah
Sutera Harbour

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Padas River - Sabah

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Sutera Harbour

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Mount Kinabalu
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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
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Malaysia (http://www.ckten.com.my/malaysia.html) is a unique South East Asian country of two land mass, comprising of Peninsula Malaysia and Borneo. The South China Sea separates these territories. Its total land area is approximately 328,550 sq km.

The population of Malaysia is 24 million people (2004) and the major races living in harmony are the Malay, Chinese, Indian, Iban, Melanau, Kadazan, Bajau and a dozen or so smaller native groups. The major religions practiced in Malaysia are Islam, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Animism and others.

The Malaysian weather is tropical hot and humid with annual monsoon at year end. Rain is a common thing here. The temperature is about 32 degree celcius in the day and 28 degree celcius at night. Humidity is approximately 70%.

Malaysia’s main exports are electronic equipment, petroleum and liquefied natural gas, wood and wood products, palm oil, rubber, textiles, chemicals and tourism forms another big source of income.

The standard of living in Malaysia is creditable compared with other developing countries. The GDP per capita is approximately USD 4000 and GDP growth rate is approximately 6 % per year (2003-2004). In other words a generous serving of a plate of rice with meat, vegetable and a drink at lunch can be bought for approximately RM 7.60 (USD 2). Gasoline is priced at RM 1.42 (USD 0.37) per litre. RM 350,000 (USD 92,000) should get a reasonable apartment with full facilities, in the city of Kuala Lumpur and its surrounding area. A laptop computer can be purchased for about RM 3000 (USD 789).

Malaysia with its many different races and cultures will enchant you, will uplift your soul, making you feel that you in a country with a bit of all Asia in it. Malaysia is “Truly Asia” as the catch phrase goes. Every visitor finds something to enjoy or indulge in here. Every encounter is an opportunity to discover a friendly face, a new culture and experience.

Malaysia is a melting pot where past and present smoothly blend together. Malaysia offers you an essential 2nd Home that will compel you to start an exciting new life on its sunny shores.


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Tiger - National icon in Malaysia
Tiger is a national icon in Malaysia, appearing on its coat of arms and in logos
of Malaysian institutions such as Maybank (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maybank), Filem Negara (http://www.filemnegara.gov.my/) and FAM (http://www.fam.org.my/). It
symbolizes bravery and strength to Malaysians.

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Bukit Tabur

Bukit Tabur (Tabur Hill) is located in Taman Melawati, Kuala Lumpur. Behind it is the Klang Gate Dam which supplies water to most of the Klang Valley areas. The trek is quite dangerous in certain areas, whereby one need to do rock climbing as steep 80 degrees.

The Klang Gates Dam from Bukit Tabur
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Paradise Found

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Malaysia

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Palm oil plantations in Malaysia

Palm oil (http://www.molon.de/galleries/Malaysia/WestCoast/OilPalm/) is more than just your every day vegetable oil. It's packed with nutrients that contribute to your daily energy needs. Palm oil provides a valuable source of beta carotene and vitamin E. Studies have found that tocopherols and tocotrienols, which are isomers of vitamin E found in palm oil, are antioxidants and may be associated with more favorable cholesterol profiles, and lower risk of heart disease and some types of cancer.

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Negeri Sembilan

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Port Dickson

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Avillion resort - Port Dickson, Malaysia.


More popularly known as PD, Port Dickson is synonymous with sun and fun on the beach. Situated a mere 32km from Seremban and 60km from Kuala Lumpur, PD has long been a weekend retreat for many inland dwellers, especially those from the city seeking temporary escape from the hustle and bustle of a hectic and stressful life.

Originally a town where charcoal was made and was once called Arang, it was later sought to be developed as a port. While it never did develop into a full-fledged port, PD's popular beaches attract thousands of weekend visitors from the cities.

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Melaka - The historical state of Malaysia

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A'Famosa (http://www.afamosa.com/main.php?m=Content&op=page&id=95)

A' Famosa Resort is a holiday resort for days of family fun (http://www.afamosa.com/main.php?m=Content&op=page&id=160)... for hours on the green.. for the thrills of a water theme park.. for the appreciation of solid property investments... for the enjoyment of four-star hospitality... for the delights of horse riding... and for the full range of recreational activities.


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One of Port Dickson's premier marina - Admiral's Cove

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The water chalet visible there is one of Port Dickson's top resort - Avillion Resort.

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Johor

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Taman Negara Endau Rompin, Johor
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Muar

Muar is a town in northwestern Johor, Malaysia. The name "Muar" is also used for the name of its district, which is further sub-divided between the Town of Muar and the sub-district of Tangkak. Muar district borders Malacca on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. However, both administrative regions are still collectively called Muar by their residents.

Muar district is 2346.12 sq km, with a population of 328,695 (2000). The name originated from the word Muara or estuary in Malay. The other possible origin is Indian influence which comes from two words; Muna and Ar. Muna means three and Ar means river, denoting the Muar River, which flows through Muar.

A new administration centre, called Muar Two, is being planned for Muar town. The new administration centre which will house all the federal and state administrative buildings will be situated on the inner ring road of Muar town.

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Kayak in Muar

A kayak is a type of small human-powered boat and is a covered variant of a canoe, it is often called a canoe in Great Britain and Ireland, typically used with a double-bladed paddle instead of a canoe's single bladed paddle.

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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)


Malaysia (http://www.ckten.com.my/malaysia.html) is a unique South East Asian country of two land mass, comprising of Peninsula Malaysia and Borneo. The South China Sea separates these territories. Its total land area is approximately 328,550 sq km.

The population of Malaysia is 24 million people (2004) and the major races living in harmony are the Malay, Chinese, Indian, Iban, Melanau, Kadazan, Bajau and a dozen or so smaller native groups. The major religions practiced in Malaysia are Islam, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Animism and others.

The Malaysian weather is tropical hot and humid with annual monsoon at year end. Rain is a common thing here. The temperature is about 32 degree celcius in the day and 28 degree celcius at night. Humidity is approximately 70%.

Malaysia’s main exports are electronic equipment, petroleum and liquefied natural gas, wood and wood products, palm oil, rubber, textiles, chemicals and tourism forms another big source of income.

The standard of living in Malaysia is creditable compared with other developing countries. The GDP per capita is approximately USD 4000 and GDP growth rate is approximately 6 % per year (2003-2004). In other words a generous serving of a plate of rice with meat, vegetable and a drink at lunch can be bought for approximately RM 7.60 (USD 2). Gasoline is priced at RM 1.42 (USD 0.37) per litre. RM 350,000 (USD 92,000) should get a reasonable apartment with full facilities, in the city of Kuala Lumpur and its surrounding area. A laptop computer can be purchased for about RM 3000 (USD 789).

Malaysia with its many different races and cultures will enchant you, will uplift your soul, making you feel that you in a country with a bit of all Asia in it. Malaysia is “Truly Asia” as the catch phrase goes. Every visitor finds something to enjoy or indulge in here. Every encounter is an opportunity to discover a friendly face, a new culture and experience.

Malaysia is a melting pot where past and present smoothly blend together. Malaysia offers you an essential 2nd Home that will compel you to start an exciting new life on its sunny shores.


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Astro (http://www.astro.com.my/v5/) (satellite TV)

Astro is a subscription-based multi-channel satellite TV service in Malaysia
and also Brunei, the service is also available in some parts of Indonesia. It
was launched in 1995, after the Malaysian government eased its ban on
private ownership of satellite dishes.

It carries the five Malaysian terrestrial channels (TV1 (http://www.rtm.net.my/english/web/index.htm), TV2 (http://www.rtm.net.my/english/web/index.htm), TV3 (www.tv3.com.my/), 8TV (www.8tv.com.my/) and ntv7 (www.ntv7.com.my/)),
plus a variety of channels catering for the country's three main ethnic
groups, broadcastng in Malay, Chinese and Tamil, as well as channels in
English.

Nasi lemak
Malaysian dish

Nasi lemak is a dish that is commonly sold in Brunei, Malaysia and Singapore. In fact, it has been called the unofficial national dish of Malaysia. There is a similar dish in Indonesia called nasi uduk.

With roots in Malay culture, its name is a Malay word that literally means 'rice in cream'. The name is derived from the cooking process whereby rice is soaked in rich coconut cream and then the mixture steamed. Sometimes knotted screwpine (pandan) leaves are thrown into the rice while steaming to give it more fragrance. Occasionally, other herbs such as ginger and lemon grass may also be added for additional fragrance.

Traditionally, this comes as a platter with cucumber slices, small dried anchovies (ikan bilis), roasted peanuts, stir fried water convolvulus (kangkong), hard boiled egg, pickled vegetables (achar) and hot spicy sauce (sambal). Nasi lemak can also come with any other accompaniments such as chicken, cuttlefish, cockle, beef curry (beef stewed in coconut milk and spices) or paru (beef lungs). Traditionally most of these accompaniments are spicy in nature.

Nasi lemak is traditionally a breakfast dish, and it is sold early in the morning at roadside stalls in Malaysia, where it is often sold packed in newspaper, brown paper or banana leaf. However, there are restaurants which serve it on a plate as noon or evening meals, making it possible for the dish to be treated as a delicacy.

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Cameron Highlands is a highland region located about 20 km east of Ipoh and about 150km north of Kuala Lumpur in Pahang, Malaysia. At 5000 ft (1,500 m) above sea level it is the highest area on the mainland, and enjoys a cool climate, with temperatures no higher than 25 C and rarely falling below 10°C year round.

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Cameron Highlands, Tea Plantation set up in 1929

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BOH Visitor Centre in Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
This tea Centre is 70m long and offers absolutely stunning views out to tea estate. FACILITY include a visitor centre, cafeteria, sales showroom and audio visual rooms.

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Teh tarik ("pulled tea") is a type of tea which can be bought in restaurants and outdoor stalls in parts of Asia such as Singapore and Malaysia. It is often compared to cappuccino because of its frothy top. The main ingredients are tea and condensed milk. Ginger water may also be added to form teh halia, or ginger tea. It has become a national drink in Malaysia.

This tea is special in that it is prepared using a unique technique. The tea is poured from a hand held high into a container held in a hand below. The tea is poured back and forth in this manner to create a thick froth. It is believed that this method mixes the tea with the condensed milk more thoroughly than other methods.

The same technique can be used to make kopi tarik, the coffee equivalent of teh tarik.

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Perak

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Lumut

Lumut has changed quite a bit from days when it was just a sleepy little fishing village some 3 decades ago. Apart from the influx of tourists to Pangkor, the transformation can be much attributed to the Royal Malaysian Navy having set up their main base here. Driving along the coast, you can just about see a row of towering apartment blocks that houses the navy personnel. The other reason is the community of expatriates that have been stationed in Lumut to work on the Power Station nearby. Many of these contract expatriates stay at the Orient Star Resort in Lumut. To cater for this small community, a few Italian restaurants, pubs and cafe have sprung up in recent years just some walking distance from the Orient Star. If Italian food is not your style, there are a number of Indian Restaurants around and a few local food outlets where you can grab a simple bite. During the day, if cheap food is what you're looking for, then take a walk over to the Lumut Bus Station. There, a food court has been set up for the convenience of travellers and locals alike.




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There are a few new developments around town in the past 12months and one of them is the large multistoreyed carpark. During long weekends and public holidays, you can expect a horrific traffic jam in little Lumut. Parking is horrendous and finding a place to stay is worse! If you're travelling by car, and are intending to stay in Pangkor, you have to leave your car in Lumut and take a ferry across to Pangkor.So make sure to book way in advance if you're intending to visit Pangkor during the holiday seasons and perhaps when the new building is ready, that may ease the pain a little.

Apart from being a stepping stone for Pangkor, there isn't much else to do in Lumut. Much of the quaintness of the town has been torn down to makeway for newer and better stuff! (Sorry, I can't really seem to be able to put a finger on what the S-t-u-f-f part is but i guess you'd get a gist of it when you get there)


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The tea centre looks pretty nice man! Hope to check out when I visit Malaysia again.

Perak

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Bukit Merah Laketown

Perched on the edge of one of Malaysia's largest inland lakes, Bukit Merah Laketown (http://www.hotelreservation.com.my/hotel/bkt_merah/bkt_merah01.htm) Resort is a gem of a haven, overlooking a great expanse of shimmering water broken only by islands sparsely dotted on the lake.

It is an ideal location for total relaxation in the midst of a peaceful environment. Here you can rediscover the soothing presence of everything that is green and natural. The beauty and tranquility of the area, especially the lake surrounding the Resort makes one feel that he is part of nature.

Straddling an area of 12.5 acres, the waterpark is situated near the Bukit Merah Interchange along the North-South Expressway, a 35-minute scenic drive South from the Penang Bridge. It features many exciting facilities and is the first of its size in the northern region of Peninsular Malaysia.

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The Lost World Of Tambun

Hidden amongst the lush greenery of Tambun (http://www.sunway.com.my/lostworldoftambun/main-tb.asp), Ipoh is this latest jewel in the Sunway crown. A fully themed water park that appears to emerge from the surrounding limestone cliffs and vibrant jungle - new world of adventure just waiting to be explored. What was once a valley of old has now exploded to life with the river of adventure, raging waterfalls, rushing rapids, majestic cliffs, magnificent tigers, ancient caves and hot springs with ancient therapeutic properties.

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Johor

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Danga Bay

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Danga Bay (http://www.danga-bay.com/) Sdn Bhd carved its niche on the 1380 acres integrated development of Danga Bay with approximately 25 km of water frontage. To be developed over 15 years, the massive project spread over waterfront land at the estuaries of the Sungai Danga, Sungai Skudai and Sungai Melayu.


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Strategically located between central Johor Bahru and the major new developments such as Bandar Nusajaya and the Second Causeway to the west, Danga Bay utilizes waterways at the mouth of Sungai Skudai, Sungai Danga and Sungai Melayu and straits that separating Johor from Singapore.

The objective of this development is to recog-nize both the significance of water on the Malaysian culture and heritage and the broader value of water as an important lifestyle amenity, give rise to the vision for Danga Bay develop-ment to create communities with water as the central focus.


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The development which epitomizes our leader’s vision of a city that is designed ahead of its time to make it a sustained development for the growing and ever discerning needs of Malaysia’s Southern Gateway – Johor Bahru. The proposed integrated development encompassing residential, commercial, recreational and social amenities designed to become a city within a city.

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Penang

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Pulau Jerejak

The forgotten isle....
now an unforgettable experience

A beautiful tropical island set amidst virgin jungle, Pulau Jerejak (http://www.jerejakresort.com/) is every nature lover's dream come true! Coupled with her rich historical background, a holiday here promises to be refreshingly different.

Relics and artifacts share a home with the rich flora and fauna of this island.

Get ready for an adventure as you step into one of the few remaining rainforests of Malaysia.

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Johor

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Tanjung Piai
Geographically the southern most tip of mainland Asia.

Tanjung Piai, which is situated in Mukim Serkat, Pontian, is geographically the southemmost tip of the Asian mainland. It offers a very scenic view of the Straits of Malacca. Fishing is still the livelihood for many of its inhabitants and the area is surrounded by one of the largest mangrove swamp lands in Asia, home to the fascinating tree-climbing and scavenging macaque monkeys. Tanjung Piai is also home to one of natures seldom seen spectacular phenomena, the fireflies. When certain conditions prevail, these fireflies will swarm and transform the mangrove swamp into a twinkling wonderland. Over the years, millions of visitors from all over the globe have visited Johor. As the southern gateway to Malaysia, Johor has everything to make your holiday worthwhile and a memorable adventure. Naturally, with all the above wonders, our food, culture and fascinating people reflect Malaysia's diversity.

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Satellite view of Asia.

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Sarawak

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Sibu is the gateway to the mighty Rajang River and its vast hinterland. As the main commercial centre and port for the Rajang Basin, Sibu is the starting point for one of the world's great river journeys. The second largest town in Sarawak, Sibu is situated on the confluence of the Rajang and Igan River, 130 km from the South China Sea. It is a thriving, modern town dominated by its bustling and crowded waterfront.

Sibu's wealth and fame are largely due to its enterprising, hard working Foochow community, who arrived in Sarawak from Southern China during the reign of Rajah Charles Brooke (1900 - 1917), and the town is still frequently referred to as "New Foochow". Nowadays, however, Sibu's populaton of 180,000 is a colourful mix of Chinese, Malays, Ibans and other ethnic races. Each race takes great pride in its own traditions and customs, but racial harmony and unity are the norm here.

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Sabah

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Tawau

Tawau is located at the Southeast coast of Sabah, which is about 500km from state capital, Kota Kinabalu. It is the third largest town and also has the fastest rate of development in Sabah. The Tawau residency comprises of Merotai, Kalabakan, Kunak, Semporna and Lahad Datu.

Tawau is a coastal town and the airport has daily scheduled flights to and from Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Lahad Datu and Tarakan in Kalimantan, Indonesia. There's a big sea port near the town centre. Tawau is connected by major roads like the Tawau-Lahad Datu highway and the Tawau-Kunak highway.

Tawau was founded in the 1893 due to its strategic location as a harbour town. The town was famous for being the port that exported tobacco, cocoa and palm oil. As the timber industry boomed, Tawau became one of the main ports that exported timber to the international destinations.

Tawau harbour serves the region as a major water transportation outlet for exporting commodities such as palm oil, cocoa and timber to the international markets. Tawau Airport only handles domestic flights.

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Pahang

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Pahang beach

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The far end has a wooden bridge linking TC to the second bay. Without straying too far afield you can also visit the more isolated Pelindung Beach right behind the hill, commonly referred as Third bay. However, it is accessible only by jungle hike in the forest reserve

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Villatab, Cherating - A royal villa charging at RM3,500/night.

If you’re looking for a particularly exotic place to stay in Cherating, there is a royal posh villa sitting on top of a hill and commands a magnificent bird’s eye view of Cherating Bay and 2 private beaches. VillaTab Cherating is so exclusive with only 4 rooms with no other guest sharing the villa during your stay. The villa belongs to Sultan of Pahang’s brother. Because the Sultan’s brother didn’t really use the place much, he decided to start renting it out. The villa includes an infinity-edge swimming pool, a private cove, and access to two speed boats and a jet ski. A party of up to 14 could stay there without much problem.

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wow, there are nice beaches in Pahang too...

Kelantan

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New Kota Bahru clock tower
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Johor

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Port Of Tanjung Pelepas (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=140812&page=1&pp=20)


The Port of Tanjung Pelepas (www.ptp.com.my) has recorded tremendous growth from its beginnings in 1999 to becoming South East Asia's fastest growing container terminal which in 2003 handled approximately 3.5 million TEUs.

PTP also offers over 1000 acres of commercial and industrial free zone. The excellent connectivity via road, rail, air or sea that PTP offers has been a major factor that has attracted companies like BMW, Schenker Logistics, Maersk Logistics and Kenwood Logistics to set up operations here.

PTP is now preparing to meet the demands of the future with the development of Phase II which comprises an additional 2.8 Km of linear wharf. The first 2 berths which are under construction will be completed by mid 2004. Upon completion of the 2 berths, PTP will have an annual capacity of 6 million TEUs.


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Sabah

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Sandakan

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Sandakan is the second-largest town in the state of Sabah, East Malaysia, on the north-eastern of island of Borneo. It is located on the east coast of the island and had a population of 347,334 as of the 2000 census. It is the administrative centre of Sandakan Division and was the former capital of British North Borneo. Sandakan is known as the gateway for ecotourism destinations in Sabah, such as the Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary, Turtle Islands Park, Kinabatangan River and Gomantong Caves. It is also infamous for being the site from where the Sandakan Death Marches commenced in 1945.

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Sarawak

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Bintulu

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.

Bintulu town is a centre of Bintulu Division, situated in the northwestern part of the State of Sarawak. From a quiet fishing village in 1970s, today, Bintulu town has transformed itself into a bustling industrial centre hosting multi-billion ringgit investments. The population of Bintulu town increased dramatically from 25,000 in 1970’s to 102,761 in 2000.

Bintulu airport Photos (http://molon.de/galleries/Malaysia/Sarawak/Bintulu/)

City Point

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Public Library

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Esplanade

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Bank

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Hotel

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Eng Kwang Methodist Church

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Stadiums

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Malaysia

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Population ( 2005 Est.) : 27,392,442
source : Internet Usage in Asia (http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats3.htm#asia)

The Federation of Malaysia or simply Malaysia, is a country in Southeast Asia. It consists of two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

West Malaysia or Peninsular Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula shares a land border on the north with Thailand and is connected by the Johor Causeway and the Tuas Second Link on the south with Singapore.

East Malaysia, consisting of the federal territory of Labuan and the states of Sabah and Sarawak, occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo, bordering Indonesia and the Sultanate of Brunei.

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Perak

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Proton City - Tanjong Malim, Perak

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Proton City (www.proton-city.com/) is home to Malaysia's national car manufacturer's 2nd plant. PROTON Tanjong Malim is currently running at a production capacity of 75,000 cars a year and 1,500 staff. However, Proton City is more than an automotive city. This integrated self-sustaining township covering 4,000 acres, comprise of residential, commercial, industrial, and recreational parcels and its nestled at the foot of Banjaran Titiwangsa, Malaysia's main

In 2003, Tanjung Malim become famous again due to the Proton City project located there.

Tanjong Malim of Perak is set to be the gem for property investors in the near future. A mere 90km on the outskirts of KL along the North-South Highway, it is home to the illustrious PROTON CITY.






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Proton (the first national car maker in Malaysia) is in the final stage of
planning to build a new US$395 million manufacturing project, called
Proton City, in Tanjung Malim Valley, Perak, Malaysia.






Proton City tagged as “City of the Future”, is a new township with industrial, commercial and residential activities spread over 4,000 acres (16 km²). It is located about 5 km north of Tanjung Malim, a town in Perak, Malaysia, and houses the state-of-the-art RM1.8 billion Proton car assembly plant.

To be fully developed by 2020, Proton City aims to be home to Malaysia’s automobile industry. Undertaken by Proton City Development Corp Sdn Bhd, a joint venture between DRB-Hicom Bhd and Proton Bhd, it started in 1996 with an initial investment of RM2.5 billion, beginning with the construction of the Proton plant. The Proton plant has a workforce of more than 2,000 and most of them are expected to live in the area. When Proton City is fully developed, it would have a population of about 240,000.

The first settlement in the area - 252 units of apartments - were formally handed over to the buyers recently. These apartments have common facilities that include car and motorcycle parking bays, children’s playground, BBQ area, car wash areas, surau and a nursery/kindergarten on the ground floor of each block and a multipurpose hall. Parcels 19 and 20 when completed in 2007 will have 1,091 apartments, 336 units of single- and double-storey terrace houses, 86 semi-detached houses, 37 bungalows and 36 shop-offices.

Proton City is also expected to be home to students and staff of the Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (http://www.upsi.edu.my/) (UPSI), which a few years ago was known as Sultan Idris Teachers’ College, one of the country’s oldest teachers’ training institutions. UPSI, occupying 800 acres (3.2 km²) within Proton City, is expected to have a student population of 20,000 within four years.

The next phase of development at Proton City is the industrial component, which will see the construction of 81 factory lots for the national car’s vendors. Other public amenities such as schools, mosque, park, recreational club and man-made wetlands of 24 acres (97,000 m²) with a large lake, water storage towers, air quality control station, fire station and power station will also be built in the coming months.

Modern technology will be put to full use, with a command centre that will monitor all smart home systems. There will be intelligent traffic control, telemedicine, e-commerce and other “k-society” amenities and services integrated into living within Proton City.

source : wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proton_City)

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Tanjung Malim Station (http://www.ijm.com/current_major_rawang_3.htm0)
(Electrified Double Track Project (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=149824&page=1&pp=20) Between Rawang To Ipoh)
open 2007

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Selangor

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Mines shopping complex

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Mine Resort City (http://www.mines.com.my/)

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Malaysia’s latest showcase, the magnificent Mines Resort City dubbed the "Seven Wonders of Malaysia", sprawling over 1,000 acres is a masterpiece crafted from the world’s largest open cast tin mine.

Experience snow, beach and sun at one single location at The Mines Resort City which is Asia’s Most Amazing Destination. A novelty that no visitor should miss is the water taxi ride within the resort city, which will take you across the serene waters of the lake into canals that link the Seven Wonders of Malaysia.

Strategically located, the resort is just a 20-minute drive from the city centre and 35-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).

Melaka

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Melaka sentral

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Melaka sentral is Malaysia's first air-conditioned bus terminal
Melaka's Bus and Taxi terminal - officially known as Melaka Sentral

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Perlis - The smallest state in Malaysia

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Perlis in full Perlis Indera Kayangan, is the smallest state in Malaysia. It lies at the northern part of the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia and has Thailand on its northern border.

The capital of Perlis is Kangar and the royal capital is Arau. Another important town is Padang Besar, at the Malaysian-Thai border. Perlis has snake farm & Gua Kelam as tourist attraction.

Kangar is a town in Malaysia, with a population of 48,898 and is the state capital of Perlis. It is in Peninsular Malaysia and is situated on the Perlis River.

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Perlis - The smallest state in Malaysia

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Kangar

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Gua Kelam (Kelam cave)

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Tasik Melati

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Penang

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SE Asia's Largest - Penang Marina UPDATE (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=87699&page=1)!

New Marina Will Make Penang a Yatching Hub

It is the country's first inner city marina, accoridng to the Star. The Tanjung City Marina in Penang has 102 berths and can accommodate up to 140 yachts and boats of various sizes.

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Melaka

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Maritime Museum

The Museum is constructed after 'Flor De La Mar', the Portuguese ship that sand off the coast of Melaka on its way to Portugal. With its hull laden with invaluable treasures seized from Malacca, the ship was doomed from existence had it not for the efforts to revive its symbolic significance to Melaka's heritage.

At the museum, visitors can get a closer look at Melaka from the famed Malay Sultanate of the 14th century to the Portuguese era, the Dutch era and the British era. There are exhibits of foreign ships that had once called at the port of Melaka during the height of its maritime hegemony.

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Perak

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Kamunting bus station

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A bus of the SuperCoach Express company - Konsortium Bas Ekspress.

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