Cameron Highlands

Cameron Highlands is a highland region located about 20 km east of Ipoh and about 150 km north of Kuala Lumpur in Pahang, Malaysia. At 5,000 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 25C and rarely falling below 12C year round. The area is popular for it’s tea plantations and jungle walks.

Kota Bharu

Kota Bharu is the state capital of Kelantan.The name means ‘new city’ or ‘new castle/fort’ in Bahasa Malaysia. Kota Bharu is situated in the northeastern part of Peninsular Malaysia. In 2005, it had an estimated population of 425,294, making it the largest town on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia.It’s known for its colourful markets and the muslim culture.

Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia
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Chinatown

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Small but charming stretch of old houses on both sides of Jalan Kampung Cina with the houses stretching out in the back into the Sungai Terangganu River ... more
Bukit Puteri

Princess Hill. Hill in city center with the remains of an old fort. ... more
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river scene
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SarawakTourism.com
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Discover Malaysia - the backpacker's trail (documentary)
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8.Nov - Deepavali
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Kuala Lumpur, Fraser’s Hill

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. ... more
Kuala Lumpur, Star Hill Gallery

Poshest Mall in KL at the Marriot Hotel on Jalan Bukit Bintang. This mall is all about style and worth a visit just to look at the different interior designs. ... more