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Malacca: the city that best gives a sense of Malaysia’s past
Article from the Telegraph newspaper:
Along with its sultry climate, atmospheric Malacca boasts an intriguing history, unusual food and a lively nightlife, says Rhymer Rigby. ... more
Famous Jalan Alor
The well-known food street Jalan Alor is currently the talk of the town. Every local and tourist will eventually end up here having feast of good food in one of the many many restaurants and stalls. But since this week you might have a hard time finding this short but remarkable street in Bukit Bintang because the city council decided to change the name to Jalan Kejora - much to the dislike of about everybody. ... more
Keropok Lekor
The easiest way to describe Keropok Lekor is to call it fish sausage. It is the specialty from Terengganu, a state at the east coast and omnipresent in the streets and villages and very much a part of the live of the people there. Here are some pictures from one of the most popular Keropok Lekor stalls or shall I say factory, in Kuala Terengganu. ... more
Nasi Campur (Malay Mixed Rice)
Besides the Indian and Chinese food, there is also the flavorful and diverse Malay cuisine. The best way to experience this is to have your lunch at a Nasi Campur counter. Nasi Campur means Mixed Rice in Malay and refers to a plate of white rice that you will get from the kakak, (short: Ka, means sister in Malay and waitresses often been addressed that way), before filling your plate whatever that suits your taste from the counter. ... more
Malaysia vs. Singapore
Entertaining story from guest author Maik from his Blog " Wah Lau". He is a german guy who developed quite some affection for the whole range of Asian diversity. Being based in Singapore, he went for a trip to nearby Melaka in 2006 and reflected about the differences between Malaysia and Singapore and what people think of each other, prejudice or not? ... more
A guide for drivers in Malaysia
Georgetown and Melaka just became Unesco world heritage sites
Rainforest World Music Festival 2008
Jackfruit (Nangka)
I got it from my Mamak
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Things to Do & See
Bukit Bintang,Kuala Lumpur
Main shopping, dining and entertainment area of Kuala Lumpur. Many backpacker accommodations are here.
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Sri Mariamman Temple,Singapore
Singapores oldest and most important Hindu temple, right in the middle of Chinatown
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Gurney Drive,Penang
Road Along the seaside famous for its hawkers stalls selling all types of food, best to go at night. But there are also other restaurants and bars and shopping malls
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Central Market,Kuala Lumpur
Indoor market for souvenir hunters, Malaysian souvenirs, art and handicraft etc.
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Sky Bar,Kuala Lumpur
Another roof-top bar in the Traders Hotel (33rd floor) with a breath-taking view of the Twin Towers. Located just across from KLCC.
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Mangrove River Tour,Cherating
A must-do in Cherating is a boat tour into the mangrove forest. The guides are good in spotting various animals, includings snakes.
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Fraser’s Hill,Kuala Lumpur
Hill resort at 1,500 meters above sea-level on the Titiwangsa mountain range, about 100km north of Kuala Lumpur. Originally set up as a tin-ore trading post in the 1890s, it consists of seven hills.
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Penang Museum,Penang
Museum and Art Gallery in building from 1821 about the History Penang. One of the best museum in Malaysia. Exhibits on the costums and traditions of Penangs various ethnic groups
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Pantai Batu Buruk (Beach),Kuala Terengganu
beach close to City Center. Literually meansBeach of the Ugly Stone. It is popular for playing with kites or having a walk but it is considered too dangerous for swimming.
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Sarawak Museum,Kuching
Sarawak state museum complex including the Ethnology Museuem, Natural Science Museum, Art Museum, pleasant gardens, pavilions, Heroes Monument and temporary exhibitions. Free Admission.
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Datai Beach,Langkawi
Langkawis most exclusiv beach in the north-west of the island. Home to the super-exclusiv Datai and Andaman Resorts
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Jonker Walk,Melaka
A street in Chinatown with many antiques stores. On weekend nights the whole street is closed for traffic and turns into a lively night market
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Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion,Penang
Mansion built by Cheong Fatt Tze at the end of 19th Century has 38 rooms, 5 granite-paved courtyards, 7 staircases & 220 vernacular timber louvre windows. Received UNESCO Most Excellent Heritage Conservation Award in 2000
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HOSTELS
Red Palm, Kuala Lumpur
Red Palm was voted the best hostel in Asia in 2006. It′s a small, relaxed and cozy place and this website wouldn′t exist without Red Palm. Home sweet home. Stay here if there′s is still availability as Red Palm can′t accommodate more than 14 people at a time.
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YMCA International Hostel, Penang
YMCA Youth Hostel in Georgetown
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MNS-BOH Field Study Centry, Cameron Highlands
The Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) has 3 wooden houses up on the hills in the estate and that you can rent out. It′s about 2km past the BOH Tea Factory. They have chalets which are 4 units in a long-house.
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The Haven Guesthouse, Kuala Lumpur
Guesthouse on Jalan Bukit Bintang.
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Kancil Guesthouse, Melaka
Lovely Guesthouse in a traditional chinese house on Jalan Parameswara run. This is the oldest established guesthouse / hostel in Melaka run by legendary Daud. The house has lots of old charm and a wonderful garden area to hang out. Despite being a few walking minutes from the centre it is very much recommended.
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Riverside Holiday Resort, Cherating
accommodation near the river with on-site restaurant and live music club (Little Bali)
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Equator Hostel, Kuala Lumpur
Equator Hostel is located right next to Times Square shopping mall in a 3-storey post-colonial in Bukit Bintang.
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Fox Hill Langkawi holiday resort, Langkawi
Small resort in the heart of Langkawi on the road to Makam Mahsuri with a house for backpackers who want to be in the middle of nature
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LINKS
Seat61.com
how to travel by train in Singapore & Malaysia
MmalaysianFood.net
all about Malaysian Food
KLue.com.my
magazine with this weeks upcoming events & concerts in KL
malaysiamydestination.com
official portal of Tourism Malaysia
DiscoverMalaysia.biz
Discover Malaysia - the backpacker's trail (documentary)
info-my.de
Malaysia Information and News
Malaysia-Maps.com
collection of maps
TheStar.com.my
biggest malaysian newspaper (english)
Borneo Fairyland
Sarawak Tour Provider
Maleisie.be
Belgian Malaysia Travel Guide
see all links
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Red Palm Hostel, Kuala Lumpur
The award-winning Red Palm Hostel Kuala Lumpur - a special, cozy, personal and small place for backbackers of all ages - is also the birthplace of backpackingmalaysia.com and maybe your home during your visit in Kuala Lumpur.
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