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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
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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Butterfly Farm,Cameron Highlands
The Butterfly Farm is located around the Kea Farm area north of Brinchang (town north of Tanah Ratah) showing, besides butterflies, a wide variety of plants, flowers, insects and reptiles. Best to to visit with an experienced guide otherwise you miss a lot of interesting things.
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Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve,Kuala Lumpur
only remaining tropical rainforest in the heart of the city of Kuala Lumpur
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Sepang F1 International Circuit,Kuala Lumpur
The Sepang F1 International Circuit right next to KLIA airport and used for the Formula One Malaysian Grand Prix, A1 Grand Prix as well as the MotoGP Malaysian Grand Prix.
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Bangsar,Kuala Lumpur
Bangsar, to the south of downtown, popular entertainment area for local yuppies and expats with an Mediterranean flair.
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Blue Mosque in Shah Alam,Kuala Lumpur
The Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque is the state mosque of Selangor. It is the country′s biggest mosque and also the second biggest mosque in Southeast Asia after Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Salang Beach,Tioman
Salang is on the northernmost end of the island and is most frequented by backpackers and independent travellers looking for a spot of diving, plenty of nightlife and cheap accommodation.
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Central Market,Kuala Lumpur
Indoor market for souvenir hunters, Malaysian souvenirs, art and handicraft etc.
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Historical Quarters,Kota Bharu
part of the city center with lots of museums, the Grand Palace, the Muhammadi Mosque and the tourist office
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Kuching Waterfront (Kuching Esplanade),Kuching
Once a trading area in Kuching, the waterfront area at Sungai Sarawak has now been transformed into a landscaped esplanade.
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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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Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple & Wat Chayamangkalaram,Penang
Penangs first Buddhist temple. Construction started in 1905. Opposite of it is the Temple of the Reclining Buddha with a 33m-long reclining Buddha
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FRIM,Kuala Lumpur
The Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) promotes sustainable management and optimal use of forest resources in Malaysia. There is a canopy walk among other things
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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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Summer Guesthouse, Kuala Lumpur
Hostel in Bukit Bintang, set in three floors of newly renovated shop houses
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Senja Bay Resort, Perhentian Islands
Budget Resort on Coral Bay, Pulau Perhentian Kecil with good views
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Hostel Cosmopolitan, Kuala Lumpur
Hostel Cosmopoliton is located in the Chow Kit area (north of downtown) and opened in 2007.
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Baba Guesthouse, Penang
Guesthouse at Batu Ferringhi Beach north of Georgetown
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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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Sandy Beach Resort, Langkawi
Chalets on both sides of the road on Cenang Beach, from RM90
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The InnCrowd, Singapore
Hostel in the heart of Little India
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LINKS
malaysiamydestination.com
official portal of Tourism Malaysia
Malaysia-Islands.com
Photos, Dive&Snorkel Spots of all major Malaysian Islands
taman-negara.com
website run by a tour operator
MalaysiaForum.de
German Malaysia Portal
WWF Malaysia
environmental conservation organisation
world66.com: Kuala Lumpur
User administrated travel guide
Cinema Online
Cinemas in Malaysia
Weather in Malaysia
Weather in Malaysia (Ministry of Science, Technology & Innovation)
AsiaExplorers.com
Penang Offshore Islands
Sarawak Forestry
forest management and conservation
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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