Malaysian Army Museum
Malaysia is undoubtedly a land full of historical and cultural attractions. Malaysia had gone through a tough war period and had in fact, contributed to being part of the memorable historical period in the country. One of the best ways to understand the footprints left behind by Malaysian during its confrontation with the war period…
The Feeling of Grandeur at Istana Balai Besar
Translated as ‘Palace with Great Hall’, Istana Balai Besar is one Malaysia’s oldest royal palaces. Built in the early 1840s by the day’s ruler, Sultan Muhammad II, it was then called ‘Kota Bharu’ (‘new castle’ or ‘new town’). It was here that the present Kota Bharu got its name from. Sultan Muhammad built the palace…
Colours Galore at Siti Khadijah Central Market
Visit to Kelantan, Malaysia, is incomplete without visiting the state’s capital city, Kota Bharu. And likewise, visit to Kota Bharu is incomplete without dropping in at one of the town’s most vibrant and interesting places – the Siti Khadijah Central Market at Jalan Buluh Kubu. Siti Khadijah was the name of Prophet Muhammad’s wife –…
The Beauty of the Seven Wells Waterfall
Feeling the arriving of the holiday seasons is always one of the most anticipated and most exciting moments one can feel. Holiday seasons also indirectly bear the meaning of allowing one to leave his/her pressured and stressed workload behind, while taking a short break from everything and allowing him/herself to enjoy during this short period…
Perlis Royal Mosque
The sleepy state of Perlis does not draw much attention except among those who like the quiet and the rustic in their travels. Indeed, this is the charm of the state – no hurly-burly, no hustle and bustle, just serenity and tranquillity amidst rural landscapes and paddy fields. A big portion of Perlis’ 230 000…
China Town Penang – Experience the Chinese Culture
Penang’s well-preserved China Town is a treasure trove of culture, gorgeous buildings and historical attractions. With Georgetown gaining UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2008, Penang’s China Town became officially recognized as one of the best for those who yearn to sample the charms of the Orient’s past. Penang’s China Town was originally centred on…
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Better known as the “Blue Mansion” for its striking, lime-washed Indigo walls, Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is an unmissable stop on anyone’s trip to Penang. Constructed in the late nineteenth century, the mansion takes the name of a well known Chinese tycoon who maintained a number of abodes in various countries throughout South East Asia….
Pantai Cahaya Bulan (Moonlight Beach), Kelantan
Literally meaning ‘a beach of passionate love’, once upon a time, Pantai Cinta Berahi attracted many young couples to its dreamy stretch – some 1.2 km in length. Many years ago, the name was changed to Pantai Cahaya Bulan – which means ‘Moonlight Beach’. In Malay, both ‘moonlight beach’ and ‘beach of passionate love’ uses…
Gunung Belumut Recreational Forest
Its name comes from the large numbers of slippery and slimy stones that are found throughout the mountain. Gunung Belumut Recreational Forest is situated in Kluang Town part of the central Johor. An interesting fact about Gunung Belumut’s forest: within the greenery you may spot one or two tigers. Scary as it may sound, when…
Rumah Buluh Betong Resort Living
Ever got tired of looking at the same concrete-built house structures around and want a change of sight? Then the Rumah Buluh Betong Resort Living is the key to the solution! Rumah Buluh, if directly translated into the English language, it would be none other than Bamboo House, and that is exactly what the Rumah…