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TOURIST PLACES IN MALAYSIA ::
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:: IBRAHIM
HUSSEIN FOUNDATION :: |
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IBRAHIM HUSSEIN FOUNDATION & GALLERY
This is a foundation for Malaysia's foremost
artist, Datuk Ibrahim Hussein. It showcases
some of his finest masterpieces. Perched
dramatically on a cliff that overlooks
the sea amidst dense tropical rainforests,
it is a place you really must not miss
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SNAKE SANCTUARY : A Beautiful
Parkland with an undulating setting
is home to a collection of venomous
and non-venomous snakes from all
over the world. Spacious Terrariums
are located at various parts of
the parkland along well defined
paths for close public viewing of
the snakes. An Interactive Clitro
occupies a major portion of the
site.
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ZOO LANGKAWI Located at Kampung
Kilim, Kuah it features crocodiles,
primates, a variety of snakes an
more. Catch the primate in playful
mood with a python or a snake charmer
lying on broken glasses. Open from
9-00a.m. to 5.00p.m. (Daily except
Friday). Admission: RM3.00 (adult),
RM1.00 (child below 12 years). Tel:
04-959 3222
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MAKAM MAHSURI is the shrine erected
in honour of Mahsuri, a fair maiden
who was unjustly accused of adultery.
According to legend, she bled white
blood at her execution as a sign
of her innocence. In her dying breath,
she laid a curse on the island that
it would remain barren for seven
generations.Open: 7.30a.m/6.00p.m.
(Daily). Admission: RM2.00 (adult)
RM1.00 (child).
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TEMURUN WATERFALL A cool respite
awaits nature lovers in a forest
reserve located near to a popular
beach, Pantai Pasir Tengkorak in
Datai.
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:: DURIAN
PERANGIN WATERFALL :: |
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DURIAN PERANGIN WATERFALL Discover
a scenic spot to refresh the spirit
after a short track through a rainforest.
Situated along Jalan Air Hangat
where lies the Hot Springs Complex.
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:: TELAGA
TUJUH WATERFALL :: |
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TELAGA TUJUH WATERFALL Also known
as 7 Wells due to a series of flowing
waterfalls cascading into seven
natural pools. Located in mountain
Mat Cincang & playground to
legendary fairy maidens, according
to ancient myths.
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TG. RHU BEACH A popular white, sandy
beach located in the area of the
same name. Here casuarinas trees
align the shoreline. Situated in
the north and 22 km from Kuah town.
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CHINESE OPERA A dying artform where
artistes perform with gaily painted
faces in traditional ornate &
embroidered costumes. This ancient
culture is presently preserved and
can be witnessed Only at the Fook
Look Chinese Restaurant.
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UNDERWATER WORLD Langkawi, a marine
showcase featuring both fresh and
salt water fishes and other forms
of marine life, is a must-see attraction.
Located at Pantai Cenang, this aquarium
features more than 5,000 types of
marine life, exhibited in more than
100 tanks of different sizes. The
highlight is a giant tank housing
large marine species.
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PULAU PAYAR MARINE PARK :: |
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PULAU PAYAR MARINE PARK, 19 nautical
miles south of Langkawi, comprises
the islands of Pulau Payar, Pulau
Lembu, Pulau Segantang and Pulau
Kaca. Surrounded by coral reefs,
this marine park teems with a fascinating
diversity of marine life and vegetation.
Many endangered species of fishes
and marine organisms live within
its sheltered waters. Organised
excursions are available.
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