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Shops & Markets   Kuala Lumpur

Shops & Markets, Kuala Lumpur

 12 Reviews  there are numerous money exchange shops in and around the Kuala Lumpur area and an advice for the wise: as much as possible, do not change your currency to malaysian ringgit at hotels since they give... 

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Where to find cheap tasty food ?   Penang

Where to find cheap tasty food ?, Penang

 7 Reviews  Georgetown is the best place to stay in Penang. You can find historical and cultural things arround this area eventhough by walking. And dont forget to try the foods. Penang has many variety of food... 

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Petronas Twin Towers   Kuala Lumpur

Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur

 29 Reviews  Hi Kuala Lumpur City Centre is condsidered as the main downtown of Kuala Lumpur today. Kuala Lumpur city centre consists of Petronas Twin Towers, Maxis Towers, Suria KLCC Shopping Centre, The... 

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Heritage   Penang

Heritage, Penang

 6 Reviews  When come to World Heritage Sites and I would like to walk around the core zone to experience the world heritage icon. Penang is also famous for its heritage building and culture. I will start with... 

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Merdeka Square   Kuala Lumpur

Merdeka Square, Kuala Lumpur

 10 Reviews  Honestly, it was my first time in Merdaka Square and I saw alot of picture ops so, I hurry rush out from the car! The tour we hired only had 4 of us. Me and hubby and another couple that were maybe in... 

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Penang Hill   Penang

Penang Hill, Penang

 5 Reviews  You will find that everyone is rushing to get a seat. Whether you are sitting or standing throughout the 30 minutes ride, it is will crowded and you will be in close proximity although not touching... 

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Bukit Bintang   Kuala Lumpur

Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur

 5 Reviews  Halo ! I hope my answers below will be great guide for your plan trip to Malaysia! Question1-Answer: KLIA/LCCT shuttle transfers For those arriving at KLIA and require transfers to LCCT , take the... 

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Tourist information centre   Penang

Tourist information centre, Penang

 2 Reviews  I wish to share this little knowledge to all who are interested in Penang History. One can only find this little cemetery especially for the Jewish and the name of the street is also named after the... 

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Chinatown   Kuala Lumpur

Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur

 11 Reviews  I was in the china town 5 th Feb 2007 for ten days. It is very nice place to visit. Evening is very clourful. Specially petaling street. There is a lot of hotels to stay. Every thing is very chep.... 

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Penang Bridge   Penang

Penang Bridge, Penang

 2 Reviews  This photo was taken on top of Bukit Jambu Hill, Penang. From far as u can see is the penang bridge which u can travel by express bus or drive in penang island from main land. Penang Bridge at 13.5 km... 

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Batu Caves   Kuala Lumpur

Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur

 9 Reviews  Batu Caves during Thaipusam festival (Jan/Feb) and Ampang during God of the Ninth Emperor festival (Oct). It is a unique cultural experience that you'll never forget irregardless of your background... 

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Central Market   Kuala Lumpur

Central Market, Kuala Lumpur

 5 Reviews  Near the Central market there are a few cinemas. This is a perfect place to hide from the heat and rest your feet after a few hours of walking. The cinemas have AC and it's cheap. See the newest... 

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Menara Telecommunications Tower   Kuala Lumpur

Menara Telecommunications Tower, Kuala Lumpur

 8 Reviews  The best observatory in Kuala Lumpur and there offers Chinese guide. (various languages are available) There are totally 12 spots for observation. One can view Batu cave in distance, twin towers and... 

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Street Vendors   Kuala Lumpur

Street Vendors, Kuala Lumpur

 8 Reviews  Money changers tend to offer better exchange rates than the many of the banks around KL. They are to be found in or near most shopping malls and are they are also open late plus on weekends. 

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Churches, Temples & Mosques   Kuala Lumpur

Churches, Temples & Mosques, Kuala Lumpur

 8 Reviews  ..KL in some points has pretty shady trees..I've seen some nice areas that you can just sit in the street sides if you get lost. From Bukit Bintang to the KLCC is quiet far around 10 to 15 minutes... 

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Genting Highlands   Kuala Lumpur

Genting Highlands, Kuala Lumpur

 3 Reviews  nice airport! dont miss to go to twin tower, genting higland, sunway lagoon! the only thing i dont like is the hotel where we stayed its nice but the rooms smells stinks! my best memory is when me and... 

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National Mosque   Kuala Lumpur

National Mosque, Kuala Lumpur

 8 Reviews  Both myself and my friend Claudia were inappropriately dressed for a visit to the National Mosque. The people at the mosque very kindly leant us some robes, including a headscarf for Claudia. We... 

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Sultan Abdul Samad Building   Kuala Lumpur

Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur

 4 Reviews  The raining in the afternoon [daily] is still acceptable as you have a chance to plan and schedule your activities. The last few days appeared OK, gloomy at times in the morning, then scattered rain,... 

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VT Meetings   Kuala Lumpur

VT Meetings, Kuala Lumpur

 10 Reviews  You will find information here and in the restaurant tips about the VT meeting while in KL. March 3, 2007. Here I met up again with Vigi whom I had seen in Hong Kong a week prior, Pat and Yap, Chia... 

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Bird Park   Kuala Lumpur

Bird Park, Kuala Lumpur

 2 Reviews  Bird Park - It is a very nicely situated and rather big park which tries to copy the natural environments of the birds, which are flying around under a huge net. Main attraction is the hornbill (as... 

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Railway Stations   Kuala Lumpur

Railway Stations, Kuala Lumpur

 4 Reviews  Original tip written in 2004 The view of KL and its surroundings from the new KL Hilton @ Sentral is expansive and beautiful. To get there, you need to you drive up the ramp to the hotel carpark and... 

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People from Malaysia

by DanielF

Malaysia is an ethnically and culturally very diverse country. Although you notice sometimes certain larved tensions between the different communities that contradict the idealised version of harmony that the authorities claim, it is true that the peaceful coexistence of different races, beliefs and languages make of Malaysia a true model of multicultural country. Beyond all the cultural differences, most Malaysians are warmspirited people that really welcome all visitors and make the effort that they feel well there. They tend to be a bit shy and reserved but at the same time they are really curious about foreigners and always willing to help.Do not be surprised if you encounter a group of scholars and they ask you to pose with them in their pictures.

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Food Trip

by Boljakool

The thing I enjoyed most during our trip to Malaysia is of course the food!!! Our VT friends brought us to some of the places where you can taste the most authentic Malaysian flavors. Here are some of the best I've had:> CHICKEN!!!> Dimsum> Spare ribs> Anything with curry> Pull Tea

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" Malaysia the Real Asia "

by josephrawf

Penang : The town of Georgetown however is charming with its little streets full of life, temples and guesthouses. It is busy but it makes sense... Kuala Kangsar: Superb Ubudiah Mosque, as well as other striking monuments and traditional houses. Its location by the river and mountains also makes it a very relaxing place from which you could launch natural explorations of the surroundings. Its offer of guesthouses is however quite limited as few people stop here... Cameron Highlands : Surrounded by jungles, tea plantations, strawberries farms and villages inhabited by Orang Asli. Its cool climate makes it popular year round and recent development has somehow spoiled the view a bit but it remains one of the most relaxing spot of Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur : One of the nicest in Asia and set a number of world's records. Its buildings (old or new) are strikingly beautiful, its museums are...

Annual lights of Kek Lok Si

by SLLiew

Every Chinese New Year for about a month, lamps and bulbs will adorn the Kek Lok Si temple and light up the entire temple complex like a fairy land.The cost of lighting is borned by the devotees of this temple. It is quite an awesome sight. If you are in Penang at this time of the year, do not miss visiting the temple at night. Of course, there will be many others and so there will be heavy traffic to contend with.

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Ride in a trishaw

by youthgroup

Do taka a trishaw to the E&O Hotel in Penang. The Eastern and Oriental is like stepping back to the 20's. Have a fabulous meal and then sit on the terrace and have coffee and take in the wonderful harbour views.

Penang History - Chinese Immigrants

by SLLiew

There were two major groups of Chinese immigrants.The earlier group were called Straits Chinese who came when the British started to build Penang as a major trading port during the 19th century. Many intermarry with the locals or adopt local Malay customs and became known as the Peranakan or Baba Nonya. The latter group were called "sin keh" or "new arrivals" who came as laborers for the tin mining industry or as shopkeepers in the growing settlement. Many of this group considered China their homeland with the intention of making money and returning to China with their fortunes. Many did not make it or decided to stay in Penang.In Penang, you can see many clan temples like Khoo Kongsi, Cheah Kongsi, Yap Kongsi and different dialect associations buildings all over George Town. Rags to riches immigrant Chinese left beautiful mansions allow the Millionaire Row along Northam Road including...

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Penang History - Modern Malaysia

by SLLiew

In 1963 after a brief confrontation with Indonesia and dispute from Philippines, Sabah and Sarawak as well as Singapore joined Malaya to become Malaysia. In 1965, Singapore left the federation.Penang made history when the Penang Bridge was finally open in 1985 thus finally connecting Penang Island to Mainland Penang. Before that, the ferry was the only main form of transport between both sides.

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Penang History - Early Independence

by SLLiew

Penang became a state under the Federation of Malaya in August 31, 1957.It was a time of reckoning for many local Chinese and Indians have to decide whether they are now Malayan citizens, or temporary economic migrants who will return back to China or India or to migrate to England following their imperial "masters".

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Penang History - Before Independence

by SLLiew

Queen Elizabeth conferred city status to George Town in 1957. Penang is the first city in Malaysia.During this period, Penang island enjoy tax free status and many tourists from Mainland Malaya, Thailand and Indonesia flocked to Penang Island to do their shopping. Penang Road was a premier shopping road but today is no longer so.Penang was also a major education center where many English schools like Penang Free School, St. Xavier's, St. Georges and Convent Light Street produced students who continue their education in London and England. All these schools are still running but the language of instruction has since being changed from English to Malay.

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Penang History - Post World War II

by SLLiew

After the war, there was communist insurgencies throughout Malaya. Under a "Briggs Plan", many local Chinese farmers in the outskirts were resettled in fenced-up villages as a way to combact the communist insurgencies.Hence, villages in mainland Penang like Val Dor, Jawi and Permatang Tinggi are townships arising from Briggs Plan. The village were planned and so the roads are all in a grid and the houses occupying similar footage.There was a treaty to fight the communist made between Malaya, UK, Australia and NZ. Hence there is the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) base which is still around but now under the Royal Malaysia Air Force (RMAF) in Butterworth.

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