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The historical state of Malaysia - Melacca

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Melacca, a place of historical and culture. Malacca is a city of Malaysia that have been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage City , rich with heritage buildings, ancient landmarks and colonial structures. It was here that colonial forces first made contact with Malaysia, which eventually shaped the country into its current economic and political system. Today, in Malacca, you can still see the imprints of British, Dutch and Portuguese forces left behind in forts, museums, churches and towers. Visit Malacca for the cultural experience of a lifetime. Things to do in Melacca A quaint city with an abundance of breathtaking sights and rich heritage, Malacca is easy to get around on foot or trishaw to explore the many places that make it unique. As the unofficial historic capital of Malaysia, Malacca’s most prominent contribution to the Malaysian cultural landscape is the Baba-Nyonya or Peranakan culture. Possessing an eclectic blend of customs, traditions, food and life...

Duty Free Heaven - Langkawi Island

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Langkawi island is an archipelago on the west coast of Malaysia consisting of 99 islands. The main island's interior, surrounded by turquoise sea, is a mixture of picturesque paddy fields and hills clad in jungle. If you're going to cart off duty-free alcohol, cigarettes and chocolate that's where you should be.  Still, nature lovers can find the island as fun as powder-fine sand fringes the shoreline and coconut trees sway. Langkawi island is especially recognized for its excellent diving opportunities and this tropical gem hides a treasure trove of other exciting holiday opportunities. From the expansive Underwater World Langkawi along Pantai Cenang to the soaring Cable Car in Pantai Kok. Langkawi island is an electrifying locale that keeps the visitors coming back for more.  Not convinced yet? There are the best 10 Must See and To Do list.  1. Langkawi Sky Bridge The Langkawi Sky Bridge is located at the 'end' of the Cable Car ride. One of the ...

Pearl of the Orient - Penang Island

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Penang  is one of the most popular places to visit in Southeast Asia, with the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Georgetown being the major drawcard.  Penang is a state of Malaysia that comprises the island of Penang, and the adjacent land on the Malay peninsula. When visitors say they are going to Penang they usually mean Georgetown, which is where the majority of hotels are. If you are staying in Georgetown for a while there are somethings to do on Penang Island as well. Penang has plenty of must-see attractions that you should cover in your itinerary if you wish to experience Penang in a short space of time. In our list of Top 10 Things to Do in Penang, we skip the unimportant sights, and instead focus on places that can be considered the essence of the island - so much so that to miss them would be as good as not having been to Penang in the first place. The 10 Best Things to Do in Penang: 1. Penang Hill Penang Hill, or Flagstaff Hill (Bukit...