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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
Jalan Alor,Kuala Lumpur
Food Paradise in Bukit Bintang. Jalan Alor turns into a giant open air street restaurant at night
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Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay,Singapore
Architecturally unique (durian shaped) Performing arts centre alongside Marina Bay, near the mouth of the Singapore River. It contains a concert hall, theatre, outdoor performing centres and the Esplanade Mall.
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Puduraya Bus Terminal,Kuala Lumpur
Main Bus Terminal in Kuala Lumpur
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Pudu Market,Kuala Lumpur
Wet Market und Market for cheap items of all kinds and hi-fi stuff at Jalan Pasar in the Pudu area.
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Harmony Street,Melaka
Jalan Tokong Besi in Chinatown is also called Harmony Street because Temples and Mosques of the three main religions of Malaysia are located peacefully in the same small street.
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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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KL Sentral (Stesen Sentral Kuala Lumpur),Kuala Lumpur
The main railways station and transportation hub of Kuala Lumpur in Brickfields. KTM , KTM Komuter, LRT, KLIA Express, Monorail and Buses connect here
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Petronas Twin Towers / KLCC,Kuala Lumpur
The 88-floor building was completed in 1997 and remained the highest building in the world until 2004 with 452m. The Kuala Lumpur Center includes not only the famous twin towers, but also a shopping mall (Suria KLCC), a movie theatre, the new aquarium (KLCC Aquaria) and a park.
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Floating Mosque (Masjid Tengku Tengah Zaharah),Kuala Terengganu
The mosque is located in Teluk Ibai, just over 4km away from Kuala Terengganu town centre, south of Batu Buruk beach. The mosque appears to be floating on water, hence the nickname
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Zoo Negara,Kuala Lumpur
Zoo Negara (National Zoo) is major zoological park in the north-east of Kuala Lumpur. The park is managed by a non-governmental organization known as the Malaysian Zoological Society. Zoo BY Night tours are popular.
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Rock-climbing at Batu Caves,Kuala Lumpur
You can rock climb at 4 spots of the limestone hill that also hosts the famous Batu caves temple. Climing the walls is free of charge unless you want to take courses.
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Tanjung Rhu Beach,Langkawi
wide and empty beach at the north of the island. home of the fancy Tanjung Rhu and Four Seasons resort and starting point of Mangrove River tours
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Bukit Bintang,Kuala Lumpur
Main shopping, dining and entertainment area of Kuala Lumpur. Many backpacker accommodations are here.
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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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Ranting Beach Resort, Cherating
pricier accommodation with bungalows at the beach and across the road, on-site restaurant
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YMCA International Hostel, Penang
YMCA Youth Hostel in Georgetown
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AB Motel, Langkawi
Accommodation on Cenang Beach with Travel Agency and Bike Rental, RM50 - RM150
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Lemongrass Chalets & Restaurant, Perhentian Islands
Long Beach, Pulau Perhentian Kecil, Chalets at the southern edge of the Beach
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Discovery Cafe, Melaka
Guesthouse in Central Melaka with restaurant
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Riverside 3 Point Beach Motel, Cherating
Cameronian Inn Guesthouse, Cameron Highlands
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LINKS
VisionKL.com
city lifestyle magazine
Rimba.um.edu.my
Rimba Ilmu is a tropical botanical garden, set up in the University of Malaya campus in Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia-Today.net
source independent news
SarawakTourism.com
website of Sarawak Tourism Board
foodlah
malaysian food blog aggregator
TrekEarth.com
photo community with stunning images
Destinations Guide
tips for some nature distinations
DiscoverMalaysia.biz
Discover Malaysia - the backpacker's trail (documentary)
AsiaExplorers.com
Penang Mosques
Juiceonline.com
parties & events in Malaysia
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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