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| Wednesday, 14-Nov-2007 02:10 |
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Get Together - Langkawi
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| Saturday, 11-Nov-2006 12:00 |
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Langkawi - Day 3
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Eagle Square (Dataran Lang)
Situated near Kuah Jetty, it is the most prominent landmark for those arriving by sea. The square's main attraction is the magnificent statue - 12-metre height - of the reddish brown eagle majestically poised in flight. The square is beautifully landscaped and its close proximity to the sea affords soft breeze that makes it an ideal spot for leisurely walks and a tranquil setting for dinning in the evenings. At night, the square is beautifully lit.
Cenang Beach
About 18.4 km from Kuah, this beach is the liveliest stretch on the island, with restaurants and bars offering a range of local, Western and fusion cuisine to those who prefer a more lively pace of beach life. There are also many quaint resorts with chalets that cater to the more budget-conscious tourist.
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| Friday, 10-Nov-2006 12:00 |
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Langkawi - Day 2
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Cable Car
With stunning and magnificent vistas, Mount Mat Cincang and the Austrian cable cars is a big attraction. From the very top of Mount Mat Cincang , visitors will get a 360-degree view of the the whole island group, the Datai peninsula (left pic below), Andaman Sea and the southern Thai islands of Ko Tarutao (center pic below) and the southern Thai province Satun coastline.
The 15-minute journey up the mountain is definitely not for the weak-hearted but the scenery below that shows off the 4,167 ha of virgin jungle of the Mat Cincang Mountain Forest Reserve (right pic above) and Telaga Tujuh/Seven Wells is a feast for the eyes.
As the six-seater gondolas edges higher and higher up the steep mountain slope, the trees in the valleys and ravines below seem much taller than those on the walls of the mountain, on which short and sturdy trees grow. This is because the mountain walls have less top soil and retain less moisture compared to the lush ravines and valleys. There are viewing platforms, a restaurant and probably a suspension bridge over the valley.
The most interesting and rare feature of this cable car project is the angle station – this means from the middle station, the gondolas make a 45-degree turn to reach the top where there are more viewing platforms and walkways. Visitors are given the option of getting down at both stations to walk about and enjoy the scenery. All in, 35 gondolas used to ferry visitors to the mountain and in an hour some 700 people can be taken to the top.
Take a walk above the clouds on the new pedestrian bridge at Gunung Mat Cincang. Suspended at 700 meters above sea level the unique curved pedestrian bridge spans 125 meters across a scary chasm. Views are spectacular offering a panorama over the landscape, the Andaman Sea, offshore islands and beyond...neighboring Thailand.
Unlike straight bridges where you can see from the starting point, the bridge has been curved to provide different perspectives over the land and sea. Convenient triangular platforms located along the curved bridge provide rest areas so you can sit and appreciate both the beauty of nature and an incredible feat of engineering.
Mahsuri’s Tomb
Legend has it that the pure white sandy beaches were originated from the seepage of white blood that flowed from the body of a beautiful princess named Mahsuri. Mahsuri, who was wrongly accused of having an adulterous affair, was quickly judged, condemned, and sentenced to death. Her continuous protest of innocence was in vain. However, during her execution none of the soldiers assigned as executioners could complete the task with their weapons. Her death was eventually brought about when the executioner plunged her own "keris" (dagger) into the princess. The blood, which flowed from her was white, thus depicting her innocence. With her dying breath, the princess laid a curse on the island, that the island would not prosper for seven generations. On the spot where she died, a tomb called Makam Mahsuri was erected where people from all walks of life come to relive the legend in its own Her tomb is about 12km away from the main town of Kuah. There are cultural shows every 11am showcasing a sketch of Mahsuri Legend, traditional dance and the famous "silat".
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| Thursday, 9-Nov-2006 12:00 |
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Langkawi - Day 1
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History
The word Langkawi has its roots in two words, “Helang”, which means eagle, and “Kawi”, which means marble. Because the island is home to many eagles and its earth is reach with marble, the name Langkawi was given to this Malaysian island.
The recorded history of the island is scarce, but a few facts from the past have survived. A few records from Chinese history dating back to 500A.D. claim that the island was originally inhabited in the first century. The records actually refer to the Kingdom of Langgasu , which is not the same name as Langkawi, but the root word “Heland” is the same. Historians suspect that it refers to the same place. The statue of a giant eagle in the present day capital of Kuah supports this evidence. During the 18 th and early 19th centuries, Langkawi was controlled by the Sultanate of Kedah. Then, in 1821 Kedah was overtaken by Siam, which took control of Langkawi as well.
Power over Langkawi was given to the British in 1909 with the Anglo-Siamese Treaty. Until Malaysia gained independence, Langkawi was controlled by the British, except for a breif period during which Thailand controled it. Even thought the Thai controlled period was very short, their influence is still felt in the present day culture.
Kuah
Kuah is located on the south-eastern tip of Langkawi and is the island's main town with Kuah Jetty being the take-off point to the neighboring islands. The name is a Malay word meaning "grave" and is associated with an ancient legend of two battling giants that overturned a pot of curry at the spot where the town now stands.
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| Saturday, 16-Sep-2006 12:00 |
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Leisure at Mid Valley
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| Wednesday, 13-Sep-2006 12:00 |
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KL-Penang-Alor Setar-Danok (Thailand)
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| Friday, 18-Aug-2006 12:00 |
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ASD-Family Days
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| Tuesday, 25-Jul-2006 12:00 |
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Admission
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| Saturday, 13-May-2006 12:00 |
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Bagan Lalang
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Bagan Lalang Beach is poised to be a major tourist spot in Sepang given the fact that it is close to the site of the country's new Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Sepang. Believe it or not, this place is just half and hours drive from the Sepang F1 Circuit.
Experience the quiet and tranquil surrounding of this beach with friends and family members. A budget hotel and several chalets are available to visitors who wish to stay here.
This beach is well-known for its ikan bakar or barbecued fish. Restaurants serving various fish and other seafood dishes are open till late night to cater for the ever-increasing number of tourists and visitors.
Bagan Lalang is a great place to relax, unwind, enjoy some fresh sea breeze and at the same time, delicious seafood. Totally different from KL! If you arrive an hour before sunset, you will be amazed at the unspoilt beaches, fine sands and the beautiful sunset. Definitely worth the drive...
Being located close to a fishing village has also given Bagan Lalang a reputation for fresh seafood and there is no shortage of ikan bakar stalls which offers a wide range of other seafood prepared in various styles at reasonable prices.
Best to come about one hour before sunset, have a leisurely walk along the beach, order up your seafood and time it to be ready just before sunset so that you can have dinner with friends and family bathing in the evening sunset and sea breeze. Now isn't that worth at least one trip up to Bagan Lalang?
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| Monday, 1-May-2006 00:59 |
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Mersing
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Mersing has expanded in recent years into a busy coastal town, gaining reputation as gateway to some of the most beautiful islands in Peninsular Malaysia. Droplets of islands dimple the waters just off Johore’s coastlin. Ranging from mere rocky outcrops - home to hundreds of nesting sea birds to legend steeped islands - now home to basking tourists and eager divers.
Mersing is still a fishing village at heart. Sungai Mersing(Mersing River) and a few other tributaries flow gently into the estuary, just a stone’s throw away from the main roundabout in town. From the bridge over Sungai Mersing, one can see rows of brightly painted blue/green fishing boats parked neatly along the banks. The local fishermen and families live in villages here where mangrove trees once thrived. In their spare time, a few families make do with growing crops to sustain their living. The slow pace of village life is very much intact, fusing well into the recent economic developments, and yet retaining a few quiet, tranquil places to stay.
The beach in Mersing is not for swimming.The nearest beach for swim is 15km North in "Air Papan". This will cost you around RM15.- to get there. In Air Papan it's very relaxing and isolated. The beaches are incredibly beautiful here. This village of Air Papan is flanked by hills and dotted with many species of trees and palms. The beach is a popular picnic area where the "Pesta Air Papan" (Air Papan Festival) is celebrated on the 1st of May each year. This event has always managed to draw such a huge crowd that the available chalets are almost unable to contain the demand! The festival is fun-filled with food and games! There are also cultural performances.
Asides from the Pesta Air Papan, the beach is a popular spot, drawing lots of visitors to it every weekend and public holidays. Its clear blue waters is definitely a contributing factor to its popularity. When the weather is beautiful, you can even see the outline of other neighbouring islands.
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