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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
Malaysians are the most friendly people but put behind the wheel they become MMMs (Me-First-Malaysians). As a traveller just keep in mind, people drive on the left side here and look to the right and the left before crossing the road (lots of one-way-streets)
The following is from a funny email I received recently. A humorous way look at how people drive in Malaysia. Enjoy. ... more
Georgetown and Melaka just became Unesco world heritage sites
On Monday, July 7, 2008, the historic city centre of Melaka and Georgetown, Penang with their mostly Chinese shophouses and colonial buildings were just been added into the list of Unesco World Heritage sites. Therefore, Malaysia now has four sites on the list, the other two being Gunung Mulu National Park (Sarawak, tropical karst area) and Kinabalu Park (Sabah, highest peak in South-east Asia). ... more
Rainforest World Music Festival 2008
Jackfruit (Nangka)
I got it from my Mamak
Traveler IQ Challenge
Long-Distance buses from Kuala Lumpur
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Things to Do & See
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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Pasar Besar Kedai Payang (Central Market),Kuala Terengganu
The colourful wet and dry market of KT is right next to Chinatown and along the river. At the entrance are traditional trishaws who take costumers back to their home for RM3
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Jungle Walks - Trail 9A,Cameron Highlands
There are 13 Trails in and around Tanah Rata and Brinchang, varying from a few hours to full-day, to explore the Cameron Highlands rainforest yourself. Track 9A starts out at the western end of Tanah Rata und passes the Robinson Falls.
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Zainal Abidin Mosque,Kuala Terengganu
The mosque, also known as the White Mosque or the Big Mosque, was built by Sultan Zainal Abidin II between 1793 and 1808 but has been renovated and extended after that.
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Gurdwara Tatt Khalsa Sikh Temple,Kuala Lumpur
Sikh Temple at the near the Chow Kit Wet Market and Kampung Baru. Largest Sikh temple in South-east Asia and spiritual home to KL′s 75,000 Sikhs.
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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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Colonia District / Fort Cornwallis,Penang
Penang was the first british settlement in Malaya so many colonial building can be found like the remains of Fort Cornwallis where Captain Francis Light stepped ashore in 1786
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St. Paul’s Church,Melaka
The ruin of St.Paul′s Church is located on top of St.Paul′s Hill and was one of five churches in the fortress complex A Famosa on the hill that was built by the Portuguese in 1521.
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Istana,Melaka
Reconstruction of the Sultan′s Palace which was destroyed by a fire in 1460.
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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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Penang Bridge,Penang
A 13.5km long bridge linking the mainland with Penang. It was opening in 1985. Before all traffic depended on ferry services
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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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Heritage Row,Kuala Lumpur
Nightlife area at Jalan Doresmy. New Nightlife spot for the rich and beautiful. Row of refurbished colonial-era shophouses.
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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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Number Twenty, Melaka
Boutique Guesthouse on Jonker Walk
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Red Dragon Hostel, Kuala Lumpur
Newly built hostel in the year 2005, and located in Chinatown
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AB Motel, Langkawi
Accommodation on Cenang Beach with Travel Agency and Bike Rental, RM50 - RM150
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Discovery Cafe, Melaka
Guesthouse in Central Melaka with restaurant
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Langkapuri Beach Resort, Langkawi
budget resort on Pantai Cenang (RM95 - RM160)
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Green Hut Lodge, Kuala Lumpur
Hostel in Bukit Bintang with a maximum intake of 50 people.
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Betel Box, Singapore
Hostel on Joo Chiat Road in the heart of Katong and Geylang Serai district
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LINKS
TheStar.com.my
biggest malaysian newspaper (english)
malaysiamydestination.com
official portal of Tourism Malaysia
Utusan.com.my/
malay newspaper
malaysiasite.nl
dutch/english guide
Transnasional
journey planer by the national bus company Transnasional
KL-photos.com
Kuala Lumpur Photos
AirAsia.com
Malaysian budget airline for south-east Asia
Monorail.com.my
public transportation system in Kuala Lumpur
TourismPenang.gov.my
Official Tourism Website for Penang
KLue.com.my
magazine with this weeks upcoming events & concerts in KL
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.
Sports Event
Oct,07 2008
- Nov,09 2008
FEI World Endurance Championship 2008 ...more
Public Holiday
Oct,27 2008
Deepavali ...more
Sports Event
Nov,01 2008
- Nov,08 2008
Darwin-Bali PD-Langkawi Yacht Rally 2008 ...more
Festival
Nov,01 2008
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Malaysia International Gourmet Festival ...more
Sports Event
Nov,08 2008
- Nov,09 2008
Taman Negara Eco Challenge ...more
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Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Selangor (Fireflies)
Small town at the estuary of the Selangor River, river boat tour in the evening -after dark- to see Firefly colonies that live in the mangroves
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Kuala Lumpur, Petronas Twin Towers / KLCC
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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Public Holidays
2008:
1 January (Tues) New Year’s Day
10 January (Thurs) Awal Muharam (Maal Hijrah)
7 & 8 February(Thurs & Fri) Chinese New Year
20 March (Thurs) Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday
1 May (Thurs) Labour Day
19 May (Mon) Wesak Day
7 June (Sat) Birthday of SPB Yang di-Pertuan Agong
31 August (Sun) National/Merdeka Day
1 & 2 October (Wed & Thurs) Hari Raya Puasa *
27 October (Mon) Deepavali *
8 December (Mon) Hari Raya Qurban
25 December (Thurs) Christmas Day
29 December (Mon) Awal Muharram (Maal Hijrah)
* - Subject to confirmation
2007:
8.Nov - Deepavali
20.Dec - Hari Raya Qurban
25.Dec - Christmas Day
2008:
1 January (Tues) New Year’s Day
10 January (Thurs) Awal Muharam (Maal Hijrah)
7 & 8 February(Thurs & Fri) Chinese New Year
20 March (Thurs) Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday
1 May (Thurs) Labour Day
19 May (Mon) Wesak Day
7 June (Sat) Birthday of SPB Yang di-Pertuan Agong
31 August (Sun) National/Merdeka Day
1 & 2 October (Wed & Thurs) Hari Raya Puasa *
27 October (Mon) Deepavali *
8 December (Mon) Hari Raya Qurban
25 December (Thurs) Christmas Day
29 December (Mon) Awal Muharram (Maal Hijrah)
* - Subject to confirmation
On The Jungle Train
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From the north-eastern corner of Malaysia runs a train line right through the rain forest until it reaches Malaysia's other train line that connect Singapore-Kuala Lumpur-Bangkok. The train is also called the jungle train. Here is a story of 2 days on the train from Kota Bharu until Gemas with a stopover in Kuala Lipis.
Malaysia documented “Discover Malaysia - the backpacker’s trail (The Star)
Malaysia truly features a melting pot of cultures with multi-ethnic traditions and culinary diversity. In line with Visit Malaysia 2007, film director Michael Chick has produced a TV series that focuses on the country’s rich heritage, culture and nature. Chick was inspired to produce the independent series after hearing complaints from tourists about how fake some Malaysian tourism advertisements looked.
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