Taiwan Keen To Attract Malaysian-Chinese Tourists.

18th March, 2013

Taiwan Keen To Attract Malaysian-Chinese Tourists.

BERLIN - Taiwan is very keen to attract tourists from Malaysia, and has been highlighting areas of interest to the Malaysian-Chinese community, which has increased its visits to the island republic.

Using the catchphrase "Tantalising Taiwan" to make a strong pitch for Taiwan as an attractive destination at the just-concluded International Tourism Bourse (ITB) of Berlin, Cheng Ying-Huei, the deputy director of the international affairs division at the Taipei-based Taiwan Tourism Bureau, said that tourism has become one of the top six segments of the country's economy.

He said that Taiwan was not just eyeing the traditional Western markets but also the Asean markets, with Malaysia serving as a major source of tourism traffic. Cheng added that tourism generated revenue of US$11 billion in 2011.

"If in the past, visitors comprised largely of business travellers, we now see a growing number of leisure travellers visiting Taiwan. We received some 7.31 million tourists last year, an increase of 20.11 per cent over 2011," Cheng said in an interview with Bernama in Berlin.

While Western tourists were attracted by culture, tourists of Chinese origin, including from Malaysia, were drawn by several attractions, particularly the Sun Moon Lake, the common Chinese culture, Buddhist landmarks and, particularly in the case of Malaysian-Chinese, by traditional Chinese medicine.

Taiwan is also playing up as an innovative place of learning traditional Chinese medicine to court Malaysian-Chinese tourists. Indeed, the Asean region has become one of the major markets for Taiwan to source tourism from, with Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia providing the bulk of the region's traffic.

"Malaysian-Chinese also visit Taiwan for shopping, wedding photo shooting, which has become highly popular among young people," she added.

Cheng said that Malaysian companies could offer their employees incentive travel benefits. The employees could enjoy "not only the benefits of a common culture with links to Malaysia but also feel very much at home". Taiwan's Tourism Bureau regularly organises roadshows in the Asean region. Malaysia is one of the countries that is seen as a market inherent with good business potential.

By: Manik Mehta

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Sarawak Promotes Eco Tourism Through Overseas Academic Collaboration.

13th March, 2013

Sarawak Promotes Eco Tourism Through Overseas Academic Collaboration.

KUCHING - The second annual Southeast Asian Studies Symposium being held in London last week was one of the opportunities to promote Sarawak as an eco tourism destination through academic collaboration in the United Kingdom (UK) and Europe.

Sarawak Housing and Tourism Minister Datuk Amar Abang Johari Tun Abang Openg took the opportunity to promote and market Sarawak as an eco-tourism destination at the event, which was held on March 9 at the historical Balliol College, Oxford University in London.

The state Tourism Ministry had hosted a dinner for the 210 symposium participants, comprising academicians, researchers and scientists from United Kingdom, Europe and Southeast Asian countries, where guests were also entertained to a 30-minute Sarawak Cultural extravaganza by dancers from the Sarawak Cultural Village.

"The minister was given the honour and privilege to address the audience," said the ministry in a statement released here today.

It said a special paper on "Edible Bird Nest" in Borneo was also shared by Datuk Seri Lord Cranbrook, who had done extensive research in Sarawak on its rich biodiversity and ecosystem as well as written a few books and articles on Sarawak and Borneo.

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1Malaysia Kuala Lumpur Heritage Xplorace Attracts More Than 560 Participants.

Date: 18 February 2013

1Malaysia Kuala Lumpur Heritage Xplorace Attracts More Than 560 Participants.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) - More than 560 people have confirmed their participation in the '1Malaysia Kuala Lumpur Heritage Xplorace 2013' aimed at promoting the various heritage and historical sites in the federal capital, this Saturday.

Kuala Lumpur Tower chief executive officer Datuk Zuraidah Mohd Said said the participants comprised 250 teams in the race which would start and end at the Kuala Lumpur Tower.

"It is hoped that that this race will make the city folks to want to know more about the attractive and unique places in the city," he told a media conference here Monday.

He said the event received the support from the National Heritage Department, an agency under the Information, Communications and Culture Ministry, to preserve and conserve the country's heritage.

The race offers RM1,500 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 smartphone to the grand winners, while second prize is RM1,000 and the Samsung SIII smartphone and third prize winners will each receive RM750 and also a Samsung SIII mini smartphone.

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Media Encouraged To Give New Ideas To Promote Tourism.

Date: 3 February 2013

Media Encouraged To Give New Ideas To Promote Tourism.

MELAKA - The media have been encouraged to give new ideas to promote the tourism industry, particularly in Malacca which banks on heritage and culture. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam said their views were important for they could help attract more tourists as well as preserve national heritage for future generations.

"Efforts to uphold national heritage are important for the benefits of future generations, and the thrust of the historic city of Melaka's heritage management is preserving heritage sites in the interest of preservation and protection of its legacy," he said.

He was speaking at a dinner in conjunction with the All Ladies Treasure Hunt organised by the Association of Women and Wives of Bernama Employees (Benita) at Bayview Hotel here last night. Bernama acting general manager Datuk Yong Soo Heong was present.

Two hundred women travelling in 50 cars took part in the hunt from Kuala Lumpur to Melaka, yesterday. The contestants vied for prizes, including RM10,000 cash, and diamond and pearl pendants worth RM2,000 from Habib Jewels.

Mohd Ali said the state government would give priority to preservation and protection of its historical heritage sites in line with the recognition accorded by Unesco on July 7, 2008. He also urged stakeholders, including building owners and residents, to help preserve the state's heritage and culture.

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Longhaul markets develop fancy for Sabah and Sarawak.

Date: 30 January 2013

Longhaul markets develop fancy for Sabah and Sarawak.

LONGHAUL travel consultants at the recently concluded ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) in Vientiane have seen growing interest in Sabah and Sarawak, with competitive airfares and hotel rates pushing up demand.

Norway-based Asia Spesialisten’s director of sales and marketing, Oddvar Sivertsen, said: “Low-cost carriers have opened air access to the more remote parts of Sabah and Sarawak, and this too is causing demand for tailor-made, off-the-beaten-track tours.”

Cheaper airfares and hotel rates had driven demand for FIT travel, especially among the 30-50 year-old group, he observed. Tours to these states typically combine a beach experience, a soft adventure component and cultural tours that incorporate educational elements and novel experiences.

Air France’s new thrice-weekly direct flights between Charles de Gaulle Airport and Kuala Lumpur International Airport beginning April 22 has also interested at least one DMC from France. Abako general manager, Jose Henrique Goncalves, said: “We’re in the middle of preparing a concept paper on Borneo as an incentive destination and once ready, we will promote it to our clients in the automobile, construction, health and finance sectors.

“With direct flights, we don’t have to stop in Singapore for a night, which is expensive. Malaysia’s hotel rates are competitive and one can negotiate with them. The French have a good image of Malaysia as a destination that is modern yet retains an old-world charm.”

Germany-based Kornelius Reisen’s owner, Johannes Harle, said Sabah and Sarawak also appealed to niche travellers keen on nature, culture and adventure.

By S Puvaneswary, Vientiane

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300 Vietnamese Tourists To Visit Pulau Bidong, 22 Years After It Was Closed.

Date: 27 January 2013

300 Vietnamese Tourists To Visit Pulau Bidong, 22 Years After It Was Closed.

KUALA TERENGGANU - In March, about 300 Vietnamese tourists will visit Pulau Bidong, which was once a refugee camp for Vietnamese "boat people' who escaped the new Communist rule after the Vietnam War ended in 1975. The island, about 40km from here, will be reopened to visitors this March after it was closed as a refugee camp on Oct 30, 1991.

Terengganu Tourism, Culture, Arts and Heritage Committee chairman, Datuk Abdul Rahin Mohd Said said the 300 Vietnamese tourists were among thousands of refugees who were now residing in a number of countries including the United States and Australia.

"They are coming to see the monuments built and visit the graves when Pulau Bidong was a refugee camp," he said, adding that the state government allowed the visit but the visitors had to follow the regulations set. Their lives have changed for the better and they now wish to visit the graves of their ancestors and relatives who died on the island."

Abdul Rahin also said that the state government had approved an allocation of RM200,000 to clean up and maintain the natural beauty of Pulau Bidong, in line with the Terengganu Visit Year 2013 programme.

Pulau Bidong was handed back to the state government to be made into a tourist attraction following the closure of the refugee camp there.

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Call to boost Penang’s lifeline of tourism.

Date: 23 January 2013

Call to boost Penang’s lifeline of tourism.

TOURISM is the future of Penang, said Penang Barisan Nasional chairman Teng Chang Yeow. He said several areas in the tourism industry needed to be developed in order for Penang to prosper in this sector.

“More people are travelling now so there is a bright future for Penang which has George Town as a World Heritage Site. The service industry also needs to be developed to create more job opportunities for the people,” he said.

He was speaking during the New Year Welcome Dinner held by the Penang Hoteliers Association and Malaysia Budget Hotel Association (Penang Chapter) at the Penang Chinese Town Hall last week. Teng added that the cruise industry should also be given focus as those traveling on cruise ships can spend money in Penang.

In her speech, Malaysian Association of Hotels Penang chapter chairman Mary Ann Harris said the occupancy rate in Penang resort hotels increased as much as 3.33% to 63.95% throughout last year due to George Town’s listing as a World Heritage Site.

“City hotels however recorded a drop of 1.3% to 66% in the number of rooms booked. This is due to the recession in Europe and the US. If Penang had a free port, it would bring in more travellers,” she said.

Some 700 guests attended the dinner which had stage performances and a lucky draw.

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Royal rooms opened to public from Feb 1.

Date: 22 January 2013

Royal rooms opened to public from Feb 1.

KUALA LUMPUR - The main building of the old Istana Negara located along Jalan Syed Putra will be opened to the public on Feb 1.

However, Museums Department director-general Datuk Ibrahim Ismail could not say whether the public will need to pay a fee to see the former official residence of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Raja Permaisuri Agong. According to him, further details about the old Istana Negara tour would be made known prior to its opening.

"Several educational activities would be carried out for the visiting public to understand the building's historic significance," he told reporters after hosting a two-hour media tour of the former national palace yesterday. During the tour, members of the media were ushered into bedrooms and ceremonial rooms which were never opened to the public previously.

Built in 1928, the old palace had been the residence of 13 Yang di-Pertuan Agongs since independence in 1957. The 14th king, Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah's installation ceremony took place at the new Istana Negara located in Jalan Duta, in November last year.

In March last year, Information Communications and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Dr Rais Yatim told Parliament that the main building of the old palace will be preserved as a national heritage and opened to visitors with its original features and furnishings maintained. He also said the ministry planned to set up a gallery on the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as a constitutional monarchy at a building behind the main building.

By Elly Fazaniza newsdesk@thesundaily.com

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PM says Visit Malaysia 2014 is a national mission.

Date: 20 January 2013

PM says Visit Malaysia 2014 is a national mission.

PRIME MINISTER Datuk Seri Najib Razak said, the Visit Malaysia Year 2014 must be turned into a national mission involving all parties, including the people, in order to achieve the 28 million visitors target. The Prime Minister said the project did not only involve the Ministry of Tourism but every ministry, agency and state government, to ensure its success.

"All of us have a role to play to make Visit Malaysia Year 2014 a success. From the entry point, Immigration officers who stamp the tourists, passports, Customs officers, taxi drivers, hotel staff, business people, tour operators and the Malaysian people. We must show our warm welcome. We must give them the feeling that if they visit Malaysia, they will be treated with warmth and courtesy from all of us.

"So we not only need the physical infrastructure but soft infrastructure as well, which is, Malaysians who are always cheerful, courteous and helpful so that visitors experience a truly memorable time here. This is the meaningful impact we want," he said while launching the Visit Malaysia Year 2014 campaign, here Saturday night.

Also present were the Prime Minister's wife, Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor, Tourism Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen, Information Communication and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Dr Rais Yatim and wife Datin Seri Maznah Rais and Home Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein and his wife.

Najib said Malaysia has its own unique features which are not found elsewhere, among them its fauna and flora, among the best ecosystem in the world, cosmopolitan cities, fourth best location in the world for shopping and more.

"Malay, Chinese, Indian, Iban, Kadazan, Orang Asli and other cultures can all be experienced here. These are Malaysia's selling-points, which other countries cannot compete with. Furthermore, the peace and stability here make our country very attractive as a travel destination," he said.

He also said the government would continue encouraging the tourism industry which is targetting 36 million visitors by 2020. Najib said the government realised that the tourism industry provided 1.8 million jobs and contributed RM168 billion to the national gross income.

Malaysia's ranking as the 10th friendliest country in the world and the World Bank's recognition as the 12th competitive showed that the national transformation programme implemented by the government has borne fruit and gained global recognition, he said.

"This year, we'll implement all programmes, spruce up, plant trees and prepare everything. We must have all this in place. If we do this, I believe and am confident that 2014 will be a successful year," he concluded. - Bernama

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Mine tunnel a hit among tourists.

Date: 2 January 2013

Mine tunnel a hit among tourists.

KUANTAN: HUNDREDS of visitors thronged the former Sungai Lembing mining site here on New Year's Day after its underground tunnel was opened to  the public for the first time  since 1888. Local and foreign tourists gathered at the ticketing counter as early as 8am before the first batch of 15 people were taken into the tunnel, using a special tram at 10am.

Among the early birds yesterday was factory worker Eng Tick Hang, who came with a friend from Penang. He said they had been looking forward to visit the tunnel and took the opportunity to drop by during their holiday here.

"All this while, we only read in the newspapers and books about the mining site. But now, we have the opportunity to enter it. To preserve its original condition, the tunnel had only undergone minimum repairs." The 48-year-old said the tour guide, who accompanied them during the visit, was knowledgeable as he explained to them about the history of the tunnel and answered all their questions.

Nafisa Muminova, from Tashkent in Uzbekistan, described the experience of going into the tunnels as enlightening. She learned how the mining process was carried out in the old days. "It is my first trip inside a mine, which happens to be the deepest tin mine in the world. After having gone through the tunnel, I have some idea of the kind of life led by the miners who once worked there. The authorities should consider opening more tunnels inside the mine as they will provide visitors with more adventure and thrill," said the 22-year-old.

Her friend, Khairunnisa Wahiddudin, 37, found the tunnel tour educational and it provided visitors with good information on the history of the mining activities. "This is a rewarding trip. It's seldom one can get such an experience in this part of the region. The light and audio systems inside the tunnel also provide visitors with a real-time adventure. As many foreign visitors are expected to visit the tunnel, I hope the authorities could provide tour guides who can speak English and Bahasa Malaysia."

As of 10am yesterday, more than 300 people had purchased tickets to ride a modified tram, which could carry 15 people into the tunnel. The tram stopped after 80m and visitors disembarked for a guided tour inside the 1.5km tunnel. The tour guide showed them interesting sites like the Million Dollar Chamber, which was where a group of ex-miners illegally mined in 1987 despite the tunnel's closure.

By HIDIR REDUAN | news@nst.com.my

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Foreign Tourists Laud Dataran Merdeka Heritage Walk.

Date: 15 December 2012

Foreign Tourists Laud Dataran Merdeka Heritage Walk.

KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama) - The free-of-charge Dataran Merdeka Heritage Walk, complemented with professional tour guides, was a big hit with foreign tourists when it was launched for the first time Saturday. The tourists described the heritage walk as interesting and spectacular. It is jointly organised by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) and the Kuala Lumpur Tourism Development Council.

First-time tourist from Russia, who wanted to be identified only as Vladimir, said he was "extremely delighted" to be given the opportunity to experience such an interesting tour. "I think this is the most spectacular guided tour that I have ever joined. Very interesting, not only we were exposed to the different functions of the historical buildings, but also given a tour to see the magnificient architectures of the buildings. I recommend this programme to everyone," the 37-year-old told Bernama here Saturday.

The two-and-a-half hour tour which kicked off at 9.30am, covered 11 heritage sites in the vicinity of Dataran Merdeka which includes the Sultan Abdul Samad Building built in 1894, former High Court Building (1909), Federated Malay States Railway Station (1905) and the old City Hall (1896). It also covers the Government Printing Office (1898), Chartered Bank (1919), St Mary Cathedral (1895), Royal Selangor Club (1884) and the field where the British Union Jack was lowered and the flag of an independent Federation of Malaya raised for the first time on Aug 31, 1957.

Italian tourist Giovanni, 27, here on his maiden visit, described the heritage walk as a good activity since most tourists did not know much about the historical aspect of Dataran Merdeka, which is the focal point for the British Administration before the country's independence.

For Briton, Frida Halvarssor, 24, who is in the country for her second visit, the walk was truly educational. "This is my second time in Kuala Lumpur and for me, this programme is very good for foreign tourists because we can discover 11 historical sites around Dataran Merdeka...we can learn and know details, everyone should join in the walk," she said.

Tourists who joined the heritage walk need to register at pelacongan@dbkl.gov.my before taking part in the tour which is being carried out thrice a week for free, namely Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. They can also logon to www.visitkl.gov.my for details on the heritage walk.

By Noor Adila Ali

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Delightful insights from heritage tour.

Date: 12 December 2012

Delightful insights from heritage tour.

KUALA LUMPUR: UNKNOWN to many, the Royal Selangor Club fronting Dataran Merdeka is nicknamed “The Spotted Dog”. This moniker came about when a pair of Dalmatians belonging to the wife of one of the club’s founders were left to guard the building’s entrance whenever they visited the club. This is among the insights and untold stories that visitors can discover as they take the newly-launched Dataran Merdeka Heritage Guided Tour.

The tour, a collaboration between City Hall and KL Tourism Development Council, will take tourists  on a walk around Dataran Merdeka (once known as Padang), and the historical buildings nearby such as the former High Court, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, National Textile Museum (formerly Federated Malay States Railway station), Victorian Fountain, Restoran Warisan (formerly known as The Chartered Bank), Kuala Lumpur City Gallery, City Library, Cathedral of St Mary, and the City Theatre (Panggung Bandaraya).

During the launch of the tour at Majestic Hotel, Mayor Datuk Ahmad Phesal Talib said although listed as the sixth most visited city in the world (nine million arrivals last year), it was found that those who visited Dataran Merdeka did not know that there are other interesting buildings aged over 100 years nearby.

"They will learn more about the architecture and history of each landmark during this guided walk, which is part of the National Key Economic Area's (NKEA) Greater KL project initiatives for tourism, namely EPP 7 (Entry Point Project): Iconic Places. This tour is being promoted to tourists through flyers available at hotels as well as other efforts overseas with the help of Tourism Malaysia.

"It is to make visiting Kuala Lumpur an enjoyable experience apart from its other attractions such as being a shopping paradise as we are ranked fourth after New York, Tokyo and London," said Phesal. "The city also appeals to foreign tourists for other reasons, including a safe environment and a rich cultural heritage," he said, adding that he hoped there would be more tourism products and services launched in future. He added that upgrading works were already underway for the heritage trail.

The tours will commence on Saturday at 9.15am and last for two-and-half hours. Apart from Saturdays, the tours are available on Mondays and Wednesdays. Tourists can book the tour by sending an email to pelancongan@dbkl.gov.my.

Also present at the launch were KLTDC co-chairman Tunku Datuk Seri Iskandar Tunku Abdullah, YTL Hotels and Properties Sdn Bhd executive director Datuk Mark Yeoh and KL Tour Guide Association vice-chairman Jane Rai.

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DBKL To Launch Free Heritage Guided Walk At Dataran Merdeka From Dec 15.

Date: 11 December 2012

DBKL To Launch Free Heritage Guided Walk At Dataran Merdeka From Dec 15.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 – Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will be offering thrice a week free heritage guided walk around Dataran Merdeka in a move to promote the history and architecture of the city beginning this Saturday. Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Ahmad Phesal Talib said the tour would be jointly organised by DBKL and the Kuala Lumpur Tourism Development Council (KLTDC).

Dataran Merdeka was chosen as the pilot project due to its status as the focal point for the British Administration before the country’s independence, he added when launching the heritage walk and opening the 4th KLTDC Meeting, here, today.

He said the tour would be conducted by professional tour guides every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 9.15am for a duration of two and a half hours, covering 11 heritage sites in the area including the Sultan Abdul Samad Building which was built in 1894, former High Court Building (1909), Federated Malay States Railway Station (1905) and the old City Hall (1896).

It also covers the Government Printing Office (1898), Chartered Bank (1919), St Mary Cathedral (1895), Royal Selangor Club (1884) and the field where the British Union Jack was lowered and the flag of an independent Federation of Malaya raised for the first time on Aug 31, 1957.

Ahmad Phesal said tourists who joined the heritage walk needed to register at pelacongan@dbkl.gov.my before taking part in the tour, and they could also log on to www.visitkl.gov.my for details on the walk. He said tourists registered under the walk would also be able to stop at the Royal Selangor Club, which is a private club, for refreshments and be entertained with a cultural dance performance at Panggung Bandaraya.

Ahmad Phesal said the decision by DBKL to organise the heritage walk at Dataran Merdeka was due to the finding of its Tourism Unit that the fascinating history of the buildings around Dataran Merdeka was not well exposed to tourists. He also said that the Dataran Merdeka guided walk programme was part of the Greater KL/Klang Valley National Key Economic Area (NKEA) under the seventh Entry Point Projects (EPP 7) on creating iconic places and attractions.

Touching on Visit Malaysia Year 2014, Ahmad Phesal said DBKL hoped to attract 12 million tourists during that period. Last year, KL attracted nine million tourists, making it the sixth most visited city in the world. “In order to reach the new target, we will look at ways to leverage on existing attractions and enhance them to maximise KL’s potential in providing  better overall ground experience for all visitors,” he said. – Bernama

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The National Monument - TUGU NEGARA.

Date: 8 December 2012

The National Monument - TUGU NEGARA.

The National Monument is a sculpture that commemorates those who died in Malaysia's struggle for freedom, principally against the Japanese occupation during World War II and the Malayan Emergency, which lasted from 1948 until 1960.

The National Monument is located at a walking distance from the famous Lake Gardens Kuala Lumpur. The National Monument is a sculpture which was built in remembrance of the brave soldiers who died fighting for the independence of our country. This historic sculpture has also marked its place in the book of records for being the tallest freestanding group of bronze sculptures.

You will see 7 bronze figures of soldiers, each of which symbolizes leadership, suffering, unity, vigilance, strength, courage and sacrifice. 5 of the figures represents the victorious allied forces while the other 2 figures that lie on the ground represents that of the defeated communist forces.

The National Monument is a 48,562 sq meter space with 5 major components. The components are the monument, the pavilion, the surrounding gardens, the fountains and the war memorial. The National Monument was designed by an American architect named Felix de Weldon who also designed the famous Iwo Jima Memorial. Every year on 31st of July, the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong, the Prime Minister as well as the heads of military and police pay their respects to the heroes who have fought so hard to free our country from the clenches of foreign occupation.

This is another site that tourist should not missed about Malaysia. There are many tours available by local travel agency that brings you to this spot. If you are in Kuala Lumpur, make sure you have time for visiting the National Monument or known as 'Tugu Negara' by Malaysian.

Photos:

Photo 1: Many tourists taking photos at the National Monument.

Photo 2: The National Monument.

Photo 3: Many tourists at the National Monument.

Photo 4: A view of National Monument.

Photo 5: National Monument.

Photo 6: Read the story of the National Monument.

Photo 7: Visiting Hours to the National Monument.

Galeria Sri Perdana

Date: 8 December 2012

Galeria Sri Perdana.

Galeria Sri Perdana features the previous residency of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, the former Prime Minister of Malaysia. It is interesting to know the actual residency of Tun Dr Mahathir and Tun Dr Siti Hasmah with family since 1983 until they moved to Putrajaya in 1999. Most of the important spaces are maintained, while others are made into exhibition space, the building structure and interior decorations are maintained as the original.

Come and see yourself at Galeria Sri Perdana. There’s many more to be view at the Galeria including Tun Dr. Mahathir collection of books, souvenirs, cars and etc.

In addition, you can get more information at this website address: http://www.arkib.gov.my/en/galeria-sri-perdana if you need to find more knowledge with regards to National Archives of Malaysia.  

It is one venue that not to be missed by tourists. It will be an enjoyable place to visit and ask your travel guide more information with regards to the contribution of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad as the fourth Prime Minister of Malaysia - a man with many talents.


Source: Galeria Sri Perdana


Photos:

Photo 1: Launching of Galeria Sri Perdana.

Photo 2: Cartoon frame about the Sidek's brother.

Photo 3: Another Cartoon frame, it's funny.. read it.  .

Photo 4: Guest room.

Photo 5: Banquet setting for meals. 

Photo 6: A haircut corner.

Photo 7: About the Carpentry Room.

Photo 8: Carpentry Room.

'Pameran Raja Kita' (Our King Exhibition).

Date: 8 December 2012

'Pameran Raja Kita' (Our King Exhibition).

The exhibition is held as a way to introduce and foster closer relationships between His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Almu'tsimu Billahi Muhibbuddin Tuanku Alhaj Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah ibni Almarhum Sultan Badlishah and her Majesty the Raja Permaisuri Agong Tuanku Haminah with their subjects. The system of Parliamentary Democracy  and the concept of a Constitutional Monarchy are also on show. It is hoped that this exhibition will benefit and enlighten all on the importance of preserving this concept for future generations as a symbol of the nation's sovereignty, an umbrella that protects and shelters everyone of us in this country (Malaysia).

Among the objectives of the exhibitions are;

1. To clarify the role and position of the institution of Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the concept of Constitutional Monarchy in the Parliamentary Democracy system of government as practiced in this country.

2. To introduce the Yang di-Pertuan Agong XIV and Her Majesty the Raja Permaisuri Agong to the people in conjunction with His Majesty's installation on December 13, 2011.

3. To strengthen the spirit of patriotism and sense of undivided loyalty to the country and government of His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

4. To reflect the importance of the Institution of Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the concept of Constitutional Monarchy as a pillar for sovereignty, peace, prosperity, harmony and country's development.

5. To defend the glory and sovereignty of the Institution of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as practiced in this country.   

In addition, while it is very important to Malaysians to know more about our King and Queen as well as the Constitutional Monarchy system, it is also very interesting for any foreigner to learn and acknowledge the nation's sovereignty. 

So, if you are in Kuala Lumpur for a visit, take about one or two hours of your precious time to visit the exhibition located at the previous Palace and it is also recommended for all international workers and their families to take time and visit this informative information with regards to Malaysia and to learn more about the country.  

It is FREE Admission entry for all but you have to pay a small fee for Mobile Phone (RM3.00), Camera (RM5.00) and Video Camera (RM10.00), kindly ask at the reception counter located at the gate of the Palace. The exhibition is until end of this year, 31st December 2012.

For further information, you can visit the official website at http://www.jmm.gov.my for further information on the above exhibition as well as many more related exhibitions and news by Department of Museums Malaysia, under the Ministry of Information, Communication and Culture, Malaysia. 


Source: Department of Museums Malaysia.



Photos:
Below are some photos that you can refer to with regards to the above exhibition. 

Photo 1: The Bunting of 'Pameran Raja Kita'.  

Photo 2: The previous National Palace, the venue of the exhibition.

Photo 3: Remember to arrange your shoe at the space provided. 

Photo 4: Take notes on the items.

Photo 5: An introduction

Photo 6: Exhibits

Photo 7: National Anthem.

Photo 8: Artifact

Photo 9: MALAYSIA

Photo 10: The Seven Wills of the Malay Rulers.

Photo 11: Artifacts.

Photo 12: Royal Traditional Music Instruments.

Photo 13: View of The Exhibition.