tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50211127579793687182011-11-27T15:50:02.820-08:00ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.comBlogger501100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-3189120625868758062008-12-09T20:18:00.000-08:002008-12-28T18:39:25.486-08:00<span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Country</span> </span></span> Malaysia comprises Peninsular Malaysia and the states of<br /> Sabah and Sarawak in Borneo.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Geographical Location</span></span> Lying 2 to 7 degrees north of the Equator, Peninsular Malaysia is separated from Sabah and Sarawak by the South China Sea.The Peninsular shares a common border with Thailand in the north, while its southern neighbour is Singapore. Sabah and Sarawak share a common border with Indonesia while Sarawak also shares a border with Brunei Darussalam<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Area</span> </span> 329,758 sq km<br /><div style="text-align: right;"><br /></div><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Population </span> 25 million<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Capital </span> Kuala Lumpur<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">People </span> Malays make up about 57% of the population, with<br />Chinese, Indians and other ethnic groups making up the rest.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Language</span> Bahasa Malaysia (Malay) is the national language but<br />English is widely spoken. Malaysians also speak various languages and dialects.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Religion </span> Islam is the official religion but all other religions are<br />practiced freely.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Government</span> A Parliamentary democracy with a bicameral legislative system, with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as Head of State, and the Prime Minister as Head of Government.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Climate </span> Malaysia has a warm tropical climate. Temperatures range<br />from 21°C to 32°C. Annual rainfall varies from 2,000mm to 2,500mm.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Entry Requirements </span> Visitors must be in possession of a valid passport or travel document with a minimum validity of six months beyond the intended visiting period. Citizens of most countries do not require visas for social or business visits. For further information, please visit or call the nearest Malaysian diplomatic mission or Tourism Malaysia office.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;">Currency </span> The unit of currency is the Malaysian Ringgit, which is<br />denoted as RM. Foreign currencies can be converted at banks and money changers.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Banking Hours </span></span>In all states except Kelantan, Kedah and Terengganu, working days are Mondays to Fridays.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Time </span></span> Eight hours ahead of GMT and 16 hours ahead of U.S.<br />Pacific Standard Time.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:130%;" >Electricity</span> Voltage is 220 - 240 volts AC at 50Hz cycles per second.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:130%;" >Measurement System</span> Malaysia uses the metric system.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:130%;" >Telephone </span> Local calls can be made from public phones using coins<br />and prepaid cards. International calls can be made from public phones with phone card facilities or at any Telekom Malaysia office.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-318912062586875806?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-3251034227644649632008-12-09T16:39:00.000-08:002008-12-09T19:40:20.550-08:00<span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >English</span><span style="font-weight: bold;"> --</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" > </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" > Malay</span><br />Welcome - Selamatdatang<br />Goodbye - Selamatjalan<br />Good morning - Selamatpagi<br />Goodnight - Selamat malam<br />Thank you - Terima kasih<br />How are you - Apa khabar<br />I'm fine - Khabar baik<br />I'm sorry - Minta maaf<br />Food - Makan<br />Water - Air<br />Drinks - Minuman<br />Sea - Laut<br />River - Sungai<br />Lake - Tasik<br />Road - Jalann<br />Beach - Pantai<br />House - Rumah<br />Village - Kampung<br />Mosque - Masjid<br />Museum - Muzium<br />Bus - Bas<br />Car - Kereta<br />Taxi - Teksi<br />Caution - Awas<br />Help/Please - Tolong<br />Entrance - Masuk<br />Exit - Keluar<br />Restroom - Bilik air/tandas<br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">back</span></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;">next>><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-325103422764464963?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-7833294985945869612008-12-09T10:35:00.000-08:002008-12-09T20:41:45.914-08:00<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/kedah_08.html"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 147px; height: 31px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9GluX7QxI/AAAAAAAAFP0/TG5_YK4X2js/s200/kedah.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278014902218998546" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9Gl3CbsaI/AAAAAAAAFP8/oluWaxWPYhk/s1600-h/map.jpg"> <img style="cursor: pointer; width: 147px; height: 31px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9Gl3CbsaI/AAAAAAAAFP8/oluWaxWPYhk/s200/map.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278014904544768418" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9Gl3CbsaI/AAAAAAAAFP8/oluWaxWPYhk/s1600-h/map.jpg"> <img style="cursor: pointer; width: 147px; height: 31px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9Gl3CbsaI/AAAAAAAAFP8/oluWaxWPYhk/s200/map.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278014904544768418" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9GRuavWjI/AAAAAAAAFPs/nORJGlXUKt8/s1600-h/map_malaysia16.gif"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 253px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9GRuavWjI/AAAAAAAAFPs/nORJGlXUKt8/s400/map_malaysia16.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278014558633417266" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span><br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-783329498594586961?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-52157395436811592052008-12-09T08:46:00.000-08:002008-12-09T16:05:57.785-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6kLPLOUHI/AAAAAAAAFNk/ynB4ksJHS5I/s1600-h/ml_cablecar1_big.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 412px; height: 303px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6kLPLOUHI/AAAAAAAAFNk/ynB4ksJHS5I/s400/ml_cablecar1_big.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277836326283923570" border="0" /></a>Enjoy an exhilarating cable car ride to the top of Gunung Mat Cincang. Visitors can enjoy marvellous views of the Andaman Sea and the Langkawi island group, as well as breathtaking sights such as overhanging cliff walls and isolated pinnacles. With a length of 919.5 m, the Langkawi Cable Car has been recognised as The Longest Free Span Single Rope Cable Car'by the Malaysia Book of Records. It also has one of the steepest gradients in the world, at 42°C. At the middle and top stations, walking trails and viewing platforms are available for visitors to further enjoy the panoramic views. Another impressive attraction here is the 125 m suspension bridge.<br /><br />The cable car operates from 10.00am to 6.00pm (Mondays to Thursdays) 9.30am to 7.00pm (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays).<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span><br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/galeria-perdana.html">next>></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-5215739543681159205?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-64826284648682946822008-12-09T08:39:00.000-08:002008-12-09T10:44:41.328-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6f8f60_KI/AAAAAAAAFNc/3FQhwIu3JBc/s1600-h/underwater.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 413px; height: 286px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6f8f60_KI/AAAAAAAAFNc/3FQhwIu3JBc/s400/underwater.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277831675034008738" border="0" /></a>Situated at the popular Pantai Cenang, this marvellous attraction showcases three different eco-systems (tropical rainforest, temperate and sub-Antartic) under one roof. Visitors have the opportunity to see 500 species of animals and marine life, exhibited in more than 100 tanks of different sizes. A not-to-be-missed highlight is walking along an 8 m tunnel while watching adorable penguins from the Rockhopper and African species.<br /><br />Opening hours: 10.00am-6.00pm daily.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span><br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/langkawi-cable-car.html">next>></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-6482628464868294682?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-75571200098657315952008-12-09T08:33:00.000-08:002008-12-09T10:43:17.722-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6e-6dLjgI/AAAAAAAAFNU/HO860ElI_jw/s1600-h/kota_mahsuri__lan_web.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 388px; height: 217px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6e-6dLjgI/AAAAAAAAFNU/HO860ElI_jw/s400/kota_mahsuri__lan_web.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277830617005526530" border="0" /></a><br />A visit to this magical island will not be complete without a visit to this significant site. Situated about 12 km from Kuah.<br /><br />Opening hours: 8.00am - 6.30pm daily.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span><br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/underwater-world-langkawi.html">next>></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-7557120009865731595?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-38818849442754856012008-12-09T08:27:00.000-08:002008-12-09T10:37:46.271-08:00<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6daaNH4KI/AAAAAAAAFNM/cztvrd7AO-c/s1600-h/tasik-dayang-bunting.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6daaNH4KI/AAAAAAAAFNM/cztvrd7AO-c/s400/tasik-dayang-bunting.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277828890361323682" border="0" /></a><br /></div>As with other places in Langkawi.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span><br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/kota-mahsuri.html">next>></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-3881884944275485601?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-85097321833604371862008-12-09T08:15:00.000-08:002008-12-09T10:34:41.502-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6bv9yo6xI/AAAAAAAAFNE/7g7tOQOhVKw/s1600-h/sekilam.gif"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 383px; height: 287px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6bv9yo6xI/AAAAAAAAFNE/7g7tOQOhVKw/s400/sekilam.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277827061667916562" border="0" /></a>Spread over an area of 100 sq m, Kilim Nature Park features a beautiful mix of well-protected green mangrove forests, isolated white beaches and blue lagoons. Take a boat cruise to view mangrove inhabitants such as brown eagles, tree crabs, iguanas and macaques.<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/tasik-dayang-bunting-lake-of-pregnant.html">next>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-8509732183360437186?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-50465665003912941162008-12-09T07:03:00.000-08:002008-12-09T10:32:35.709-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6J9k70bvI/AAAAAAAAFM8/7H7GapBgUpk/s1600-h/pullau3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 417px; height: 262px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6J9k70bvI/AAAAAAAAFM8/7H7GapBgUpk/s400/pullau3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277807504304402162" border="0" /></a>Encompassing the islands of Pulau Payar, Pulau Lembu, Pulau Segantang and Pulau Kaca, this marine park is well-known for its colourful corals and marine life. Just off the beach, savour the thrilling experience of feeding baby sharks.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/sungai-kilim.html">next>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-5046566500391294116?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-37327978089252313832008-12-09T06:38:00.000-08:002008-12-09T10:30:21.649-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6IPgnFTyI/AAAAAAAAFM0/9v_OV7tBKuc/s1600-h/kiss.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 433px; height: 301px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6IPgnFTyI/AAAAAAAAFM0/9v_OV7tBKuc/s400/kiss.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277805613358075682" border="0" /></a>Washed by the emerald waters of the Andaman Sea, Langkawi is a paradise for sun- seekers. Pantai Tengah and Pantai Cenang are the liveliest beaches on the island, offering plenty of water sports, a string of trendy cafes and beach bars.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/pulau-payar-marine-park.html">next>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-3732797808925231383?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-3687165822260726612008-12-09T06:30:00.000-08:002008-12-09T10:28:01.771-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6CXETZ9MI/AAAAAAAAFMs/vaQfziFFDlI/s1600-h/l+town.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 397px; height: 297px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6CXETZ9MI/AAAAAAAAFMs/vaQfziFFDlI/s400/l+town.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277799146128536770" border="0" /></a>Kuah is Langkawi's main town and the take-off point to the neighbouring islands. The word 'Kuah' means 'gravy', as it is said to be the site where two battling giants overturned a huge pot of curry.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back<br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/sun-kissed-beaches.html">next>></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-368716582226072661?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-36798928758481519082008-12-09T06:15:00.001-08:002008-12-09T10:25:43.389-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6Aea9DEKI/AAAAAAAAFMk/jsF3WtOcdng/s1600-h/untitled.bmp"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 418px; height: 318px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST6Aea9DEKI/AAAAAAAAFMk/jsF3WtOcdng/s400/untitled.bmp" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277797073444606114" border="0" /></a>Eagle Square or Dataran Lang is Langkawi's most prominent landmark. Situated near the Kuah Jetty, the beautifully landscaped square features covered terraces and vaulted ceilings. Its main attraction is a huge statue of a reddish brown eagle, overlooking the sea and poised for flight. It denotes the meaning of the word langkawi' which is 'reddish brown eagle'. Nearby, Taman Lagenda features carvings related to local folklore.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/kuah-town.html">next>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-3679892875848151908?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-72715412249216587412008-12-08T20:46:00.000-08:002008-12-09T20:48:42.510-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9J61ZDSTI/AAAAAAAAFQk/dn8JFe2DSuI/s1600-h/langkawi_map.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; 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width: 147px; height: 31px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9H5SXMkyI/AAAAAAAAFQM/ETqkyRTa4qU/s200/alor.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278016337808757538" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9H5w7YgBI/AAAAAAAAFQU/BUA3siiZamQ/s1600-h/lan.jpg"> <img style="cursor: pointer; width: 147px; height: 31px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9H5w7YgBI/AAAAAAAAFQU/BUA3siiZamQ/s200/lan.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278016346013597714" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9Hqip5H6I/AAAAAAAAFQE/1QKzEn9e4wk/s1600-h/home_map_kedah.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 364px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9Hqip5H6I/AAAAAAAAFQE/1QKzEn9e4wk/s400/home_map_kedah.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278016084484104098" border="0" /></a><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back</a><br /><div style="text-align: right;">next>><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-8621151263294801102?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-55635928747102748752008-12-08T19:56:00.000-08:002008-12-09T21:26:31.492-08:00<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 160px; height: 158px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9S4knRCRI/AAAAAAAAFRE/rmLpcICBJ08/s400/k+copy.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278028420156033298" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-5563592874710274875?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-36732006674023023362008-12-08T16:18:00.000-08:002008-12-09T16:30:20.318-08:00<span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">GETTING TO KEDAH</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">By Air</span><br />Malaysia Airlines provides daily direct flights from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to the Sultan Abdul Halim Airport situated in Kepala Batas, about 20 minutes away from Alor Star. The budget carrier AirAsia provides daily flights to Kedah from the Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT), situated 20 km from the KLIA Main Terminal Building. The flight takes about 55 minutes.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">By Road</span><br />The North-South Expressway connects visitors from Kuala Lumpur to Kedah. The drive takes approximately five hours (450 km). Air-conditioned buses to Kedah are easily available from the Jalan Duta Bus Terminal and Puduraya Bus Terminal in Kuala Lumpur. This service connects various towns in Kedah such as Alor Star, Sungai Petani, Gurun, Jitra, Kulim and Bukit Kayu Hitam. Visitors can also get to Kedah by road from all other states in Peninsular Malaysia.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">By Rail</span><br />KeretapiTanah Melayu or KTM Railway provides daily rail services to Kedah via the Senandung Langkawi Express. The train departs from the KL Sentral Station in Kuala Lumpur at 9.00pm daily and plies major towns in Kedah such as Alor Star, Sungai Petani and Gurun before proceeding to Haadyai in Thailand. The estimated time of arrival at Alor Star is 8.30am the next day. There are sleeping berths in the first and second class coaches. Visitors to Langkawi should disembark at Alor Star or Arau in Perlis and proceed to the respective jetty terminals to arrange for their transfers.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Entering from Thailand</span><br />The border town of Bukit Kayu Hitam is the entry point for visitors who are driving from Sadao, Thailand. An Immigration Office and checkpoint are situated here.The border crossing is open from 6.00am to 12.00 midnight (Malaysian time)<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">GETTING TO LANGKAWI</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">By Air</span><br />The Langkawi International Airport at Padang Matsirat is situated about 20 km from Kuah. Malaysia Airlines provides daily direct air services to Langkawi from Kuala Lumpur and Penang (Kedah's neighbouring state). The budget carrier AirAsia operates daily flights to Langkawi from Kuala Lumpur. In addition, the Firefly airline operates daily flights to Langkawi from the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang as well as from Penang. From Singapore, flights to this island are available via Silk Air.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">By Sea</span><br />Visitors who are in mainland Kedah can make their way to Kuala Kedah, to board the express ferry to Langkawi. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, depending on tide conditions. Ferry service to Langkawi is also available from Kuala Perlis (situated in the neighbouring state of Perlis), as well as from Penang. Visitors from Thailand can sail into Langkawi from Satun.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">BACK</span><br /></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-3673200667402302336?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-52706672285425810982008-12-08T15:57:00.000-08:002008-12-09T16:28:17.529-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST8Gsh7xR0I/AAAAAAAAFOs/1Gd5ZUBJ6Ws/s1600-h/sailing.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 281px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST8Gsh7xR0I/AAAAAAAAFOs/1Gd5ZUBJ6Ws/s400/sailing.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277944650394584898" border="0" /></a>Langkawi boasts excellent sailing infrastructure with numerous marinas and yacht clubs.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back<br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/getting-to-kedah-by-air-malaysia.html">next>></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-5270667228542581098?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-40474897850670266722008-12-08T15:52:00.000-08:002008-12-09T16:08:25.407-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST8FjYACcWI/AAAAAAAAFOk/s-wwT9-93LA/s1600-h/Geopark.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 398px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST8FjYACcWI/AAAAAAAAFOk/s-wwT9-93LA/s400/Geopark.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277943393597682018" border="0" /></a>Langkawi has been accorded the Global Geopark status by UNESCO for its outstanding geological heritage. The island has the distinction of being the first geopark in Malaysia as well as in Southeast Asia. Dubbed as the 'birthplace'or'fetus land'of the region, the island has a history dating back to some 550 million years.<br /><br />The Geopark Centre is open from 8.00am - 7.00pm daily.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span><br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/sailing-in-langkawi.html">next>></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-4047489785067026672?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-56173058532208679842008-12-08T15:44:00.000-08:002008-12-09T16:07:41.989-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST8DtOOVvsI/AAAAAAAAFOc/NIeGVpcm13Q/s1600-h/trip-langkawi-17.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 297px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST8DtOOVvsI/AAAAAAAAFOc/NIeGVpcm13Q/s400/trip-langkawi-17.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277941363748748994" border="0" /></a><br />Gain an insight into the paddy planting activity. Within the 14.28-acre museum, visitors can learn about the traditional tools that are used for cultivation as well as visit a multi-tiered rooftop rice garden and a herb garden.<br /><br />Opening hours: 8.00am - 5.00pm daily.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back<br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/geopark.html">next>></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-5617305853220867984?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-4571675266967071652008-12-08T15:38:00.000-08:002008-12-09T16:06:58.690-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST8CkmSfukI/AAAAAAAAFOU/Sjaqfg--ws0/s1600-h/gp.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 409px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST8CkmSfukI/AAAAAAAAFOU/Sjaqfg--ws0/s400/gp.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277940116078180930" border="0" /></a>Step into this marvellous gallery to view an impressive collection of over 2,500 state gifts and awards presented to the former Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad and his wife, Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah Mohd. Ali. A striking attraction in this gallery is its beautifully embellished ceiling.<br /><br />Opening hours: 830am - 530pm daily.<br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back<br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/laman-padi-langkawi.html">next>></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-457167526696707165?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-69712542732717469792008-12-08T03:11:00.000-08:002008-12-08T03:18:02.793-08:00There are a number of golf resorts in the state of Kedah. Most resorts offer comprehensive facilities such as accommodation, clubhouse and gymnasium. Families can look forward to many fun-filled activities, such as horse rides, indoor games and many more.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back</a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/carnivall.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">next</span>>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-6971254273271746979?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-42295135198942021392008-12-08T03:00:00.000-08:002008-12-09T10:23:37.633-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST0A2yY7mbI/AAAAAAAAFMU/W5mm4msvQLo/s1600-h/c.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 340px; height: 251px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST0A2yY7mbI/AAAAAAAAFMU/W5mm4msvQLo/s400/c.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277375279587367346" border="0" /></a>The first and only water theme park in the state. Children and adults alike can have a fantastic time with the many rides and games here.<br /><br />Opening hours: 10.00am - 8.00pm<br />(Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays &amp; public holidays).<br />2.00pm - 8.00pm (Mondays, Tuesdays &amp; Thursdays).<br />Closed on Wednesdays. During school holiday seasons, The Carnivall is open<br />daily from 10.00am-8.00pm.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back</a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/eagle-square.html"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Langkawi</span>>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-4229513519894202139?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-31883796026858740702008-12-08T02:42:00.000-08:002008-12-08T03:17:18.739-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STz75v-XyxI/AAAAAAAAFMM/GisFM5rv12s/s1600-h/r.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 302px; height: 247px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STz75v-XyxI/AAAAAAAAFMM/GisFM5rv12s/s400/r.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277369832920566546" border="0" /></a><br />Go on a cruise along the historical Sungai Merbok (Merbok River) to enjoy nature at a leisurely pace. The best times to watch the flurry of activity that unfolds along the riverbanks are the mornings and evenings. Delight in watching small animals such as monitor lizards, monkeys and squirrels or observe the many species of birds here.<br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/golf-resorts.html">next>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-3188379602685874070?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-22660390060357976702008-12-08T02:22:00.000-08:002008-12-08T02:58:37.214-08:00<span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">ULU MUDA ECO PARK</span><br /><br />For those who have a yen for adventures off the beaten track, this remote and undisturbed dipterocarp forest at the border of Malaysia and Thailand is sh<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STz2nc37mDI/AAAAAAAAFL8/SqW3hJmiU9M/s1600-h/u.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 332px; height: 244px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STz2nc37mDI/AAAAAAAAFL8/SqW3hJmiU9M/s400/u.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277364020997494834" border="0" /></a>eer paradise. The Ulu Muda Eco Park is situated within the Ulu Muda forest, a reserve that sprawls some 120,000 ha. It blankets nearly one third of Kedah's forested land. Said to be one of the richest in the country in terms of wildlife, the area is haven for nearly 109 species of mammals, 174 species of birds, 54 species of reptiles and 33 species of fish. Elephants, tigers, rhinoceros, seladang (gaur), sun bears and tapirs roam free in the dense wilderness and the nine salt-licks here provide an opportunity for visitors to see their footprints. Careful and patient observers might even catch a glimpse of the wildlife. Ulu Muda is also touted to be one of the best bird-watching spots in the country. Some 200 species including the Red-crowned Barbet, Large Wren Babblers and Hooded Pitta make their home here.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">LASOR ECO PARK</span><br /><br />Hidden deep within the Ulu Muda forest, this is another one of Kedah<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STz46f3A0kI/AAAAAAAAFME/go1T_hKRHWI/s1600-h/l.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 370px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STz46f3A0kI/AAAAAAAAFME/go1T_hKRHWI/s400/l.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277366547239719490" border="0" /></a>'s natural attractions. The remote forest is also an ideal playground for adventure-seekers to try their hand at river rafting, jungle-trekking and mountain-climbing.Teambuilding activities sych as flying fox, obstacle training, orienteering and map reading can be arranged for groups.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/merbok-river-cruise.html">next>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-2266039006035797670?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-90723357538637630912008-12-08T01:42:00.000-08:002008-12-08T02:58:00.285-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STzvS4NmNQI/AAAAAAAAFLs/UZLQ2lHaneg/s1600-h/i.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 364px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STzvS4NmNQI/AAAAAAAAFLs/UZLQ2lHaneg/s400/i.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277355970977477890" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STzxWF3OhAI/AAAAAAAAFL0/k2mjeAPBFXU/s1600-h/1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 402px; height: 230px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STzxWF3OhAI/AAAAAAAAFL0/k2mjeAPBFXU/s400/1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277358225204610050" border="0" /></a><br />Extreme sports enthusiasts can look forward to some heart-stopping adventure as they contend the rapids of the Sedim River. Touted as one of Asia Pacific's top white-water rafting destinations, Sedim River is a popular choice for paddlers from around the world. Its has a 15 km stretch with 24 challenging rapids along the way, ensuring an adrenalin-pumping time for even experienced paddlers.<br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span><br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/eco-parks.html">next>></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-9072335753863763091?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-44586691215610168902008-12-08T01:30:00.000-08:002008-12-08T02:57:23.896-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STzqx6EbBcI/AAAAAAAAFLk/8Y0jwRypqoo/s1600-h/top.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 405px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STzqx6EbBcI/AAAAAAAAFLk/8Y0jwRypqoo/s400/top.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277351006493672898" border="0" /></a><br />Enjoy the thrill of strolling along the world's longest Tree Top Walk! This 925 m walkway, acclaimed as the world's longest, takes you alongside towering trees and vast green canopies. This great attraction is situated in the Gunung Inas Forest Reserve, a verdant jungle that is home to giant trees and many medicinal herbs. Various species of birds, butterflies, hornbills and small animals such as gibbons are delightful sights that can be spotted ay those with a keen eye for nature. Visitors can rest assured that the walkway is wilt with reinforced steel and equipped with railings.<br /><br /><br />Opening hours: 8.30am - 5.30pm daily.<br />I As a safety precaution, it is closed during heavy rains and lightning).<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/white-water-rafting.html">next>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-4458669121561016890?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-1429988878884008812008-12-04T10:34:00.000-08:002008-12-08T02:56:23.059-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STgjBj7QN0I/AAAAAAAAE2w/yLSFALQm1tk/s1600-h/paddy+museum.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 410px; height: 232px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STgjBj7QN0I/AAAAAAAAE2w/yLSFALQm1tk/s400/paddy+museum.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5276005473195145026" border="0" /></a>Opening hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm daily. Closed from 12.30pm to 2.30pm on Fridays.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/tree-top-walk.html">next>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-142998887888400881?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-808208628298171782008-12-04T10:19:00.000-08:002008-12-04T11:03:44.936-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STgiQqbGgMI/AAAAAAAAE2o/MUYCOLxQRcs/s1600-h/RP.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 416px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STgiQqbGgMI/AAAAAAAAE2o/MUYCOLxQRcs/s400/RP.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5276004633125748930" border="0" /></a><br />Featuring traditional Malay architecture, these heritage buildings were private homes which have been restored and relocated. The 100-year old Rumah Tok Su is supported by 34 pillars and has six main sections. It was brought from its original location in Bandar Baharu, about 200 km from Alor Star.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/tunku-abdul-rahman-putra-memorial.html">next>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-80820862829817178?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-10100425477134389322008-12-04T10:14:00.000-08:002008-12-04T11:04:51.499-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STge8rd_rOI/AAAAAAAAE2g/0eiSLo9aSHE/s1600-h/memorial.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STge8rd_rOI/AAAAAAAAE2g/0eiSLo9aSHE/s400/memorial.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5276000991274052834" border="0" /></a><br />Fondly known as the 'Father of Independence', the late Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra (or Tunku, in short) was the first Prime Minister of the country. his struggle which led to the country's independence in 1957.<br /><br />Opening hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm daily. Closed on Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Aidiladha. Closed from 12.00 noon - 3.00pm on Fridays.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back</a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/paddy-museum.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">next>></span></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-1010042547713438932?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-30621325501280190592008-12-04T09:58:00.000-08:002008-12-04T11:02:32.182-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STgccd7jz4I/AAAAAAAAE2Y/sDWDtvs2Q0k/s1600-h/besar.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STgccd7jz4I/AAAAAAAAE2Y/sDWDtvs2Q0k/s400/besar.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275998238860889986" border="0" /></a><br />Elaborate carvings, arched stairways and a high roof are among the striking attractions of this impressive wooden edifice. Built in 1735 by the 19th Sultan of Kedah, Balai Besar was part of a palace complex known as Istana Kota Star. The original building was restored after it suffered attacks by the Bugis armada in 1770 and the Siamese forces in 1821.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back </span></span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/traditional-malay-houses.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">next>></span></a><br /></div></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-3062132550128019059?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-56906821223156747172008-12-04T09:46:00.000-08:002008-12-04T11:01:47.438-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STgZ_NKD3oI/AAAAAAAAE2Q/b3PPTGe2Fj8/s1600-h/Big_Clock_Building.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 357px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STgZ_NKD3oI/AAAAAAAAE2Q/b3PPTGe2Fj8/s400/Big_Clock_Building.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275995537118846594" border="0" /></a>Situated amidst a landscaped area at the heart of Medan Bandar, this clock tower has an important function - to announce the Muslim prayer time.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/balai-besar-grand-audience-hall.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">next>></span></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-5690682122315674717?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-4276954520134090232008-12-02T11:58:00.000-08:002008-12-02T12:08:36.175-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STV9F5M7OeI/AAAAAAAAE1I/0_9MwCbFJFI/s1600-h/kedah-fun-map.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 375px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STV9F5M7OeI/AAAAAAAAE1I/0_9MwCbFJFI/s400/kedah-fun-map.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275260078742256098" border="0" /></a>Situated in the far north of Peninsular Malaysia, Kedah Is an alluring destination with vast expanses of paddy fields, charming tomns,imposing limestone outcrops, Jungle clad hills and picturesque views.As Malaysia's main rice producing state, Kedah's panoramic rural landscape is dominated by paddy fields and dotted with traditional Malay wooden homes.Alor Star, the capital city,<br /><br />The gem of Kedah is Langkawi, an internationally renowned island resort boasting splendid beaches and superb accommodation.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-427695452013409023?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-90583060671815824252008-12-02T11:57:00.000-08:002008-12-08T01:11:32.148-08:00Alor Star, the state capital of Kedah. The city's main heritage square is known as Medan Bandar, situated along Lebuhraya DarulAman. Places of interest in the vicinity include MasjidZahir, Balai Nobat, Big Clock Building and Balai Besar. They are all situated within walking distance.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Visitable places</span><br /><br />01) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/alor-star-tower.html">Alor Star Tower</a><br />02) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/state-museum.html">State Museum</a><br />03) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/masjid-zahir-zahir-mosque.html">Masjid Zahir</a><br />04) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/balai-nobat.html">Balai Nobat</a><br />05) Big Clock Building<br />06) Balai Besar<br />07) Ruman Merdeka<br />08) Traditional Malaay Houses<br />09) Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Memorial<br />10) Birth Place of Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad<br />11) Buddhist Temple<br />12) Masjid albukhary<br />13) Pekan Rabu<br />14) Paddy Museum<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;">Nature places</span><br /><br />01) Tree Top Walk<br />02) White-Water Rafting<br />03) Gunung inas forest reserve - an adventure destination<br />04) ECO parks<br />05)Merbok river cruise<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Entertainment Places </span><br />01) Golf resorts<br />02) The Carnivall<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-9058306067181582425?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-31543150874701184932008-12-02T11:56:00.000-08:002008-12-04T11:01:04.999-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STWUB-4nHjI/AAAAAAAAE1w/K5Ap6COKtFo/s1600-h/Balai_Nobat_-_view_1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 385px; height: 266px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STWUB-4nHjI/AAAAAAAAE1w/K5Ap6COKtFo/s400/Balai_Nobat_-_view_1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275285300315627058" border="0" /></a><br />This three-storey octagonal tower houses the sacred instruments of the royal orchestra or nobat. The nine-piece musical ensemble includes serunai (flute), nafiri (a long trumpet), gendang (drum) and gong. The melodious nobat music is only played during royal ceremonies such as inaugurations and weddings. Visitors are free to view Balai Nobat from the outside.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back</a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/big-clock-building.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">next>></span></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-3154315087470118493?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-36906809256207007562008-12-02T11:45:00.000-08:002008-12-04T10:59:40.070-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STWSQnAY7TI/AAAAAAAAE1o/hYmeBxQkdVk/s1600-h/masjidzahir.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 384px; height: 310px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STWSQnAY7TI/AAAAAAAAE1o/hYmeBxQkdVk/s400/masjidzahir.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275283352580582706" border="0" /></a>One of the oldest and most beautiful mosques in Malaysia, Masjid Zahir boasts a distinctively Moorish architecture. It has one main dome and five smaller domes which represent the five tenets of Islam. Masjid Zahir was built in 1912 and officially opened in 1915 by the Sultan of Kedah.Visitors are required to dress modestly when visiting the mosque and observe its rules at all times.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back</a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/balai-nobat.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">next>></span></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-3690680925620700756?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-51874167078072902282008-12-02T11:34:00.000-08:002008-12-04T11:09:50.833-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STWPLoOfHyI/AAAAAAAAE1Y/s1REbqM75sk/s1600-h/kedah_museum.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 388px; height: 276px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STWPLoOfHyI/AAAAAAAAE1Y/s1REbqM75sk/s400/kedah_museum.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275279968473915170" border="0" /></a><br />Situated in a stately building, the State Museum is a splendid place to gain an insight into Kedah's rich history. It showcases a wealth of information and artefacts, from the ancient civilisations in Bujang Valley to Kedah's development into a present-day industrial hub.<br /><br /><br />Opening hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm daily. Closed on Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Admission is free.<br />Tel: 04-733 1162<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah">back</a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/masjid-zahir-zahir-mosque.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">next>></span></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-5187416707807290228?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-8599602387559658772008-12-02T11:21:00.000-08:002008-12-04T10:57:05.924-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STWMfgIpOgI/AAAAAAAAE1Q/xCIENdji0Vk/s1600-h/tower-Alor_Setar.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 387px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/STWMfgIpOgI/AAAAAAAAE1Q/xCIENdji0Vk/s400/tower-Alor_Setar.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275277011364428290" border="0" /></a>Alor Star Tower soars above the city skyline at a height of 165.5 m. This state-of-the-art communications tower is the 19th tallest in the world, and the second highest in Malaysia after the Kuala Lumpur Tower. From afar, its design resembles a huge bunch of paddy stalks that are tied together.<br /><br /><br /><br />Open from 9.00am-10.00pm daily.<br />tel: 04-720 2234<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Kedah"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/state-museum.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">next</span>>></a><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-859960238755965877?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-37155246568361581312008-12-02T09:30:00.000-08:002008-12-09T21:16:01.754-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9K46mX9lI/AAAAAAAAFQs/QEiIEes17p8/s1600-h/home_map_kedah.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 364px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9K46mX9lI/AAAAAAAAFQs/QEiIEes17p8/s400/home_map_kedah.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278019629964850770" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:180%;" >Welcome to Kedah </span> <div class="post-body"> <p>Situated in the far north of Peninsular Malaysia, Kedah Is an alluring destination with vast expanses of paddy fields, charming tomns,imposing limestone outcrops, Jungle clad hills and picturesque views.As Malaysia's main rice producing state, Kedah's panoramic rural landscape is dominated by paddy fields and dotted with traditional Malay wooden homes.Alor Star, the capital city,<br /><br />The gem of Kedah is Langkawi, an internationally renowned island resort boasting splendid beaches and superb accommodation.</p> </div> <div class="post"> <a name="9058306067181582425"></a> <h3 class="post-title"><br /></h3><h3 style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" class="post-title">Alor Star<br /></h3> <div class="post-body"> <p>Alor Star, the state capital of Kedah. The city's main heritage square is known as Medan Bandar, situated along Lebuhraya DarulAman. Places of interest in the vicinity include MasjidZahir, Balai Nobat, Big Clock Building and Balai Besar. They are all situated within walking distance.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Visitable places</span><br /><br />01) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/alor-star-tower.html">Alor Star Tower</a><br />02) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/state-museum.html">State Museum</a><br />03) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/masjid-zahir-zahir-mosque.html">Masjid Zahir</a><br />04) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/balai-nobat.html">Balai Nobat</a><br />05) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/big-clock-building.html">Big Clock Building</a><br />06) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/balai-besar-grand-audience-hall.html">Balai Besar</a><br />07) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/traditional-malay-houses.html">Traditional Malaay Houses</a><br />08)<a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/tunku-abdul-rahman-putra-memorial.html"> Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Memorial</a><br />09) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/paddy-museum.html">Paddy Museum</a></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/paddy-museum.html"><br /></a></p><p><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Nature places</span><br /></p> </div></div>01) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/tree-top-walk.html">Tree Top Walk</a><br />02) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/white-water-rafting.html">White-Water Rafting</a><br />03) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/eco-parks.html">ECO parks</a><br />04) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/merbok-river-cruise.html">Merbok river cruise</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Entertainment Places </span><br /><br />01) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/golf-resorts.html">Golf resorts</a><br />02) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/carnivall.html">The Carnivall</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/getting-to-kedah-by-air-malaysia.html"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 47px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9PZiMKJlI/AAAAAAAAFQ0/mY6JgQVx-NU/s400/k+r.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278024588394636882" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Welcome to Langk</span></span><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">awi, An Island Resort</span></span><br /><br />Comprising 99 islands that nestle serenely off the coast of Kedah, Lang<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST0Zurc3WcI/AAAAAAAAFMc/BQK0QfVhGI8/s1600-h/langkawi_map.gif"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 335px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST0Zurc3WcI/AAAAAAAAFMc/BQK0QfVhGI8/s400/langkawi_map.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277402628076558786" border="0" /></a>kawi is a world-famous holiday destination boasting fine beaches, luxury resorts and unique natural attractions, Langkawi has the distinction of being Southeast Asia's first Geopark, a status accorded by UNESCO for its geological formations. Its duty-free status makes it a paradise for shoppers. The island has an international airport, well-connected roads as well as state-of-the-art mannas and superb golf courses.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Visitable places</span><br /><br />01) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/eagle-square.html">EAGLE SQUARE</a><br />02) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/kuah-town.html">KUAH TOWN</a><br />03) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/sun-kissed-beaches.html">SUN-KISSED BEACHES</a><br />04) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/pulau-payar-marine-park.html">PULAU PAYAR MARINE PARK</a><br />05) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/sungai-kilim.html">SUNGAI KILIM</a><br />06) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/tasik-dayang-bunting-lake-of-pregnant.html">TASIK DAYANG BUNTING (LAKE OF THE PREGNANT MAIDEN)</a><br />07) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/kota-mahsuri.html">KOTA MAHSURI</a><br />08) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/underwater-world-langkawi.html">UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI</a><br />09) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/langkawi-cable-car.html">LANGKAWI CABLE CAR</a><br />10) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/galeria-perdana.html">GALERIA PERDANA</a><br />11) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/laman-padi-langkawi.html">LAMAN PADI LANGKAWI</a><br />12) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/geopark.html">GEOPARK</a><br />13) <a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/sailing-in-langkawi.html">SAILING IN LANGKAWI</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/getting-to-kedah-by-air-malaysia.html"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 47px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/ST9PZmvjdcI/AAAAAAAAFQ8/5G2r_AlZFPc/s400/lr.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278024589616838082" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-3715524656836158131?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-15844112505334723972008-12-01T18:47:00.000-08:002008-12-28T22:00:29.504-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhORBykjOI/AAAAAAAAGGE/p_K5BW3EToE/s1600-h/perak.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 485px; height: 472px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhORBykjOI/AAAAAAAAGGE/p_K5BW3EToE/s400/perak.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285060217164565730" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:130%;" >Welcome to Perak</span><br /><br />Perak, is Lying between Kedah in the north and Selangor in the South, situated along the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia.<br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span>Area : 21,000km2.<br />Populace : Over two million(multiracial).<br />Major towns : include Ipoh.<br />State capital and administrative center : Kuala Kangsar.<br />Royal town and home of the LabuSayong : Taiping.<br />Former state capital : Lumut.<br />Main seaport and Teluk Intan, famed for its leaning clock tower.<br /><br />Perak, which means silver in Malay. Perak heavily dependent on tin and farming, its economy has diversified. Presently, major economic activities in the state include tourism, agriculture, manufacturing, construction, trade and commerce.Visit the country's oldest museum.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Early Perak<br /><br /></span></span>The modern history of Perak dates from around 1528 when the present sultanate began under Sultan Muzzafar Shah, the eldest son of the last sultan of Melaka.British assistance in the 1820s helped to bring political stability to the state.<br /><br />In 1897, Perak became one of the four states forming the Federated Malay States and in 1957 along with the other Malay states formed the Federation of Malaya.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Historical Souses<br />01) </span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/02/royal-museum.html">Royal Museum</a><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;">02)</span><span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/sultan-azlan-shah-gallery.html">Sultan Azlan Shah Gallery</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">03)</span> <a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/darul-ridzuan-museum.html">Darul Ridzuan Museum</a><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;">04) </span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/geological-museum.html">Geological Museum</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">05) </span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/perak-museum.html">Perak Museum</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">06)</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"> </span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/lenggong-archaeological-museum.html">Lenggong Archaeological Museum</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">07)</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"> </span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/pasir-salak-historical-complex.html">Pasir Salak Historical Complex</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">08)</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"> </span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/kellies-castle.html">Kellie's Castle</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">09)</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"> </span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/railway-station-and-malay-college.html">Railway Station and Malay College</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">10)</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"> </span><a style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/leaning-clock-tower.html">Leaning Clock Tower</a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"> </span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-1584411250533472397?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-23075490731864572282008-02-28T21:51:00.000-08:002008-12-28T21:58:51.620-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhm6kBw03I/AAAAAAAAGHc/tIVU0aA3-xY/s1600-h/clock.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 404px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhm6kBw03I/AAAAAAAAGHc/tIVU0aA3-xY/s400/clock.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285087319008793458" border="0" /></a>The town of Teluk Intan is mainly noted for its unusual leaning clock tower. This eight-storey, pagoda-like structure has a leftward slant and stands at 25.5m. Originally built in 1885 as a covered water tank, it is now an attractive historical structure.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Perak">back</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;">next>><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/railway-station-and-malay-college.html">preview</a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-2307549073186457228?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-41822734943370502222008-02-28T21:37:00.000-08:002008-12-28T22:00:17.996-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhkAnUjI-I/AAAAAAAAGHM/O-DmKkgNXJA/s1600-h/railway.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhkAnUjI-I/AAAAAAAAGHM/O-DmKkgNXJA/s200/railway.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285084124437226466" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Ipoh Railway Station</span><br />The Ipoh Railway Station is a stately building of Moorish architecture and closely resembles its Kuala Lumpur counterpart.<br /><br />.<br />.<br />.<br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Malay College, Kuala Kangsar</span><br />Established in 1905, it was the first fully residential, all-boys' <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhkAhSh4GI/AAAAAAAAGHE/WCsVbe9ItAU/s1600-h/college.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhkAhSh4GI/AAAAAAAAGHE/WCsVbe9ItAU/s200/college.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285084122818142306" border="0" /></a>school in Malaysia. This premier educational institution was originally founded to educate the Malay elite and now continues to provide quality education to selected boys aged 12-17 from around the country.<br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Perak">back</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/leaning-clock-tower.html">next>></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/kellies-castle.html">preview</a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-4182273494337050222?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-70516532145201575622008-02-28T21:24:00.000-08:002008-12-28T21:51:09.745-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhh801f64I/AAAAAAAAGG8/GNfNk9ROsRQ/s1600-h/kellies2.gif"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 395px; height: 257px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhh801f64I/AAAAAAAAGG8/GNfNk9ROsRQ/s400/kellies2.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285081860322356098" border="0" /></a>Forty 40kms south of Ipoh along Jalan Raja Dr. Nazrin Shah (Jalan Gopeng), which leads to Batu Gajah, stands Kellie's Castle. William Kellie Smith, an English rubber planter, commissioned this Moorish-style mansion in 1915. In the middle of its construction, he left for England where he died in 1926 and the mansion was never completed.<br />Opening hours : 9am - 6pm<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Perak">back</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/railway-station-and-malay-college.html">next>></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/pasir-salak-historical-complex.html">preview</a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-7051653214520157562?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-24788998431697374672008-02-28T21:14:00.000-08:002008-12-28T21:38:36.686-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVheHLCsXiI/AAAAAAAAGG0/vhF3XhdFuEw/s1600-h/histrocal+complax.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVheHLCsXiI/AAAAAAAAGG0/vhF3XhdFuEw/s400/histrocal+complax.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285077640035458594" border="0" /></a>The complex is 70km from southwest of Ipoh. It pays tribute to the Malay warriors of the past who rebelled against British rule and sowed the seeds of nationalism.<br /><br />Opening hours : 9.30am-5pm (Saturday- Thursday)<br />9.30am - 12.15pm 2.45pm - 5pm (Friday)<br /><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Perak"><br /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Perak">back</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/kellies-castle.html">next>></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/lenggong-archaeological-museum.html">preview</a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-2478899843169737467?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-55203747182053081292008-02-28T21:08:00.000-08:002008-12-28T21:23:53.912-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhcG56ojxI/AAAAAAAAGGs/higChw7bVuY/s1600-h/lenggong.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 422px; height: 273px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhcG56ojxI/AAAAAAAAGGs/higChw7bVuY/s400/lenggong.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285075436414996242" border="0" /></a>It was in the district of Lenggong where the early history of the Malay Peninsula began. One of the most important pre-historic findings, the skeletal remains of the Perak Man, is housed in this museum. Among others, visitors will find evidence of tools made of stone used during the Paleolithic Period.<br />Opening hours : 9am - 5pm<br />9am -12.15 noon 2.45pm - 5pm (Friday)<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Perak">back</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/pasir-salak-historical-complex.html">next>></a><br /></div><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/perak-museum.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">preview</span></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-5520374718205308129?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-84863856283337919362008-02-28T21:01:00.000-08:002008-12-28T21:15:45.724-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVha5GiSeQI/AAAAAAAAGGk/rIhHZX-Y6LY/s1600-h/perak+mu.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 421px; height: 315px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVha5GiSeQI/AAAAAAAAGGk/rIhHZX-Y6LY/s400/perak+mu.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285074099772750082" border="0" /></a>Taiping is home to the country's oldest museum, the Perak Museum. It was built in 1883 and has impressive displays on zoology, history, economy and ethnology.<br />Opening hours : 9am - 5pm<br />9am -12.15 noon 2.45pm - 5pm (Friday)<br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Perak">back<br /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/lenggong-archaeological-museum.html">next>></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/geological-museum.html">preview</a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-8486385628333791936?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-51804208529430469822008-02-28T20:38:00.000-08:002008-12-28T21:09:46.370-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhYLWY4vcI/AAAAAAAAGGc/68UPy4-nXjQ/s1600-h/geologymuz.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 370px; height: 237px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhYLWY4vcI/AAAAAAAAGGc/68UPy4-nXjQ/s400/geologymuz.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285071114731044290" border="0" /></a>Established in 1957. There are over 600 samples of minerals, classified according to chemical content and structure. It is also noted for its exhibition of tin ore, including the best specimen of cassiterite in the world.<br />Opening hours : 8am -12.30 noon 2pm-4.30pm<br />(Monday to Thursday) 9am - 12 noon 2.45pm - 4.30pm (Friday)<br />(dosed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays)<br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Perak">back</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/perak-museum.html">next>></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/darul-ridzuan-museum.html">preview</a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-5180420852943046982?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-21517875207442161932008-02-28T20:32:00.000-08:002008-12-28T20:58:58.482-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhTlaCIDGI/AAAAAAAAGGU/6NzJicpHve4/s1600-h/Darul+Ridzuan+Museum.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 391px; height: 259px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhTlaCIDGI/AAAAAAAAGGU/6NzJicpHve4/s400/Darul+Ridzuan+Museum.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285066064827780194" border="0" /></a>Built more than 100 years ago in Ipoh, the museum was previously home to the Malay dignitaries as well as British rulers in the Kinta District.<br />Opening hours : 9am - 5pm<br />Admission fee : Free<br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/search/label/Perak">back</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/geological-museum.html">next>><br /></a></div><div style="text-align: left; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/sultan-azlan-shah-gallery.html"></a><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/geological-museum.html">preview</a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-2151787520744216193?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-42184575077842189752008-02-28T20:09:00.000-08:002008-12-28T21:56:08.874-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhPjsAh_fI/AAAAAAAAGGM/fq1cjR6SbUw/s1600-h/istanaulu+gallery.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 366px; height: 251px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhPjsAh_fI/AAAAAAAAGGM/fq1cjR6SbUw/s400/istanaulu+gallery.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285061637246680562" border="0" /></a>Located on Bukit Chandan about 1.5km from Kuala Kangsar town and just a short distance from Ubudiah Mosque is the Sultan Azlan Shah Gallery. On display are items such as gifts that were given to the Sultan and his wife by heads of state from around the world.<br /><br />Opening hours - 10am-5pm<br />Friday Only - 9am -12.15 noon ,<br />2.45pm - 5pm <div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/perak.html">back</a><br /><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/darul-ridzuan-museum.html">next>></a><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/02/royal-museum.html">preview</a><br /></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-4218457507784218975?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5021112757979368718.post-48669060143259529832008-02-28T19:54:00.000-08:002008-12-28T20:29:12.820-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhLgJEEsmI/AAAAAAAAGF8/SP2_1Wq66Uw/s1600-h/royal+mu.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_jjUcSqVO-vY/SVhLgJEEsmI/AAAAAAAAGF8/SP2_1Wq66Uw/s400/royal+mu.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285057178280178274" border="0" /></a>The Royal Museum was built in 1926 and is situated in Kuala Kangsar. This timber building, originally known as Istana Kenangan, was constructed without the use of nails. It now displays Perak's royal regalia as well as pictures and depicts the history of the royal family.<br /><br />Opening hours : 10am-5pm<br />Friday Only : 9am -12.15 noon , 2.45pm - 5pm<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/perak.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">back</span></a><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://tourguid.blogspot.com/2008/12/sultan-azlan-shah-gallery.html">next>></a><br /></div>preview<br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5021112757979368718-4866906014325952983?l=tourguid.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>ROAD MASTERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13931758215996309367noreply@blogger.com0