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Kuala Lumpur |
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The New Gateway to
South-East Asia
Kuala
Lumpur, also known as the Garden City of Lights, is the Capital City
of Malaysia. From its centralized position which spans 243.6 sg.
kilometres, this ultra-modern nerve center of Malaysia expands
outwards to embrace the world.
Discovering KL (as locals affectionately call it) is like traveling
though a time tunnel. Here, vivid traces of history continue to
influence and inspire a country set on becoming a fully industrialized
nation by the year 2020. You will see ultra-modern skyscrapers
standing magnificently next to rows and rows of quaint old shop
houses. Haute cuisine beside hawker stalls.
To the avid shopper, KL is paradise. From world-renowned designer
labels and brands to exquisite made-in-Malaysia items, the highly
competitive environment that exists among traders is a blessing in
disguise to shoppers. While department stores practise a fixed price
policy, bargain hunters can test their skills at smaller retail
establishments or at any one of KL’s famous night markets. KL will
enthral you. It will capture your heart and mind in a way no other
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Malacca |
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Historic City
Located on the west coast of Penisular Malaysia, about 147 kilometres
south of Kuala Lumpur, Malacca is a state hailed by history. Malacca
spans 1,658sq.km, and is divided into three main districts, Central
Malacca, Alor Gajah and Jasin.
Malacca boasts a legacy of history and charm only a rare few places on
Earth are bestowed with. Aptly, it was officially declared a Historic
City in 1989 by its Ruler, the Yang Di-Pertua Negeri of Malacca The
Governor of Malacca). Visiting Malacca is a must for any tourist.
Here, remnants of the past sit unperturbed by a city that races
towards the future. A juxtaposition that is Malacca’s alone, one that
is bound to mesmerize you. |
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Langkawi |
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The Island of Legends
The legendary Island of Langkawi is located in Kedah, north-west of
Penisular Malaysia. Comprising a group of 104 islands, the biggest
being Langkawi, it is a place for those seeking tranquility and refuge
from the hustle and bustle of city life. So powerful is its charm on
visitors that many have returned to the island time and again. But
what makes Langkawi so alluring is the many legends that surround it.
The legend of a beautiful maiden falsely accused and condemned. The
legend of valiant warriors. The legend of true love-between two
spiritual beings. And many others handed down from generation to
generation.
Shopping is an added attraction here since the island’s port is
designated a duty-free port. Here you can pick up just about anything-
from household electrical appliances to a grand variety of
world-famous designer apparel. Perfumes to sporting equipment. All at
duty-free prices which are significantly lower than normal retail
prices. The island is also fast expanding as one of South-East Asia’s
premier meeting and exhibition destinations. The hosting of two
successful LIMA (Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace)
Exhibitions is a perfect example. Langkawi holds the promise of a
legendary holiday. Come experience it for yourself. |
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Sarawak |
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Land of the
Hornbills
Sarawak is the largest of the 13 states that make up Malaysia. It is
located on Borneo (the third largest island in the world) and covers
an area of about 124,000sq.km, flanked by Sabah, Brunei and Kalimatan,
Sarawak is separated from Peninsular Malaysia by the South China
Sea. The land is a premier tourist destination owing to its bountiful
wealth of natural wonders. This oil-rich state is also a living museum
of 23 ethnic tribes who still observe ancient rites and celebrations.
They live in peaceful and harmonious co-existence with one another and
with the rest of the population. Welcome to a land of endless
enchantment. |
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Information
provided by
Malaysia Tourism
Promotion Board. |
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