11 May 2012 08:05:00 PM
The late Jacques Cousteau, the world-renowned oceanographer, described Sipadan Island as an untouched piece of art, while divers around the world voted it as one of the top five dive sites in the world. Malaysias only oceanic island, it is very small only 12ha. in size. A 25-minute walk is all that is required to circle the island on foot. As an oceanic island, it rises about 700 metres from the sea floor, attracting diverse marine life from the blackness of the open sea
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11 May 2012 08:01:00 PM
Pulau Redang, located 45km off the coast of Kuala Terengganu, is the largest of a group of nine protected islands dotting the South China Sea off the Terengganu coast. The island offers crystal clear waters and numerous dive sites for enthusiasts. Sheltered within the Pulau Redang Marine Park, the waters here are rich in marine life. At midday when sun rays penetrate the sea, brilliant hues of coral, anemones and fish can be seen.
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11 May 2012 07:56:00 PM
Mabul Island is reputed to be one of the best places for underwater macro-photography in the world. Located in the clear waters of the Celebes Sea off the mainland of Sabah, it is surrounded by gentle sloping reefs two to 40m deep.
Covering some 21 ha., it is considerably larger than the nearby Sipadan Island and is home to the Bajau Laut tribe, one of many ethnic groups in Sabah.
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11 May 2012 07:48:00 PM
Off the coast of Kedah is a cluster of 99 islands with the best of many worlds; beautiful beaches, world-class infrastructure, mangroves rich in flora and fauna, ultra-cheap duty-free shopping and fascinating legends. Langkawi has a lingering legend woven into its history. Ask anyone in Langkawi about the tragic legend of a beautiful young lady named Mahsuri, and you'll hear a tale of love, jealousy and a curse that was placed upon the island by the her for seven generations.
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11 May 2012 07:42:00 PM
Petaling Street, the centre of Kuala Lumpur's original Chinatown, maintains much of its traditional atmosphere, particularly at night when vendors fan out their merchandise along the street. While you can shop for anything from gems and incense to toys and t-shirts, the true allure of this night market is in wandering about and enjoying its sights, sounds and energy
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11 May 2012 07:33:00 PM
The 88-storey Petronas Twin Towers, otherwise known as KLCC, among the world's tallest twin structures.
Located in the heart of the capital city, the crown of the Kuala Lumpur contains a complex of office buildings, conference halls, a sprawling park and an upmarket shopping complex.
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11 May 2012 10:37:00 AM
Menara Kuala Lumpur stands majestically at the top of Bukit Nanas, at 421 meters and 94 meters above sea level. Commonly referred to as KL Tower, visitors will find that the tower has become a well-known icon in the city's skyline.
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11 May 2012 10:33:00 AM
The KL Bird Park is located in the serene and scenic Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens, 10 minutes away from the Kuala Lumpur city centre. The KL bird park is home to more than 3,000 birds of 200 local and foreign bird species. The main feature that distinguishes KL Birk Park from any other bird parks is the concept of free-flight.
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04 May 2012 11:23:00 AM
Built in the 1880s, this famous indigo-blue Chinese Courtyard House in Georgetown was the residence of Cheong Fatt Tze, a prominent Chinese figure in the newly established Penang Straits Settlement during the 19th century. The mansion was built by master craftsmen brought in especially from China, who used their skills to fashion the mansion with 38 rooms, 5 granite-paved courtyards, 7 staircases and 220 windows.
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