POWER BOAT CHALLENGE - 2014 PORT DICKSON

POWER BOAT CHALLENGE - PORT DICKSON!!!!!!!!!!!
CONVERGE TO PORT DICKSON THIS WEEKEND >>>>>>>>>>>>>20th-21st September 2014.

POWER BOAT CHALLENGE 2014


Don't forget this weekend, another water motorsport event in Port Dickson. Powe Boat Challenge 2014.

 Power boating describes activities performed in a motorized boat. Generally, a power boat has a high power-to-weight ratio and a hull design that allows for easy planing, which allows for higher speed and improved handling. Also, the shape of the actual boat is usually very streamlined, which minimizes air resistance and drag, therefore increasing speed. Power boats are used in yachting, waterskiing and wakeboarding.

Power Boat Show --- take closer look when you are there!!

Powerboating is generally considered to have begun in 1863 when Frenchman Jean Lenoir used a petrol engine in the small boat. The first major race took place in 1903 across the English Channel and the sport appeared as an event in the 1908 Olympics.


Taking place on Saturday and Sunday , September 20th to 21st 2014 at Port Dickson Waterfront  2014 Offshore Powerboat Race is due to start off here.




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Port Dickson - the best weekend retreate!!

Foreign Iron Man  preparing for the tournament

Port Dickson or PD which are more popular intial for Malaysian. A town located near the sea on the west coast of Peninsula Malaysia. If Penang is also a known destination for beach lovers for those in the Northern peninsula, Port Dickson is the main choice destination for beach lovers who reside in the Central peninsula.

The Iron Man - Triathlon

  The coastline of Port Dickson stretches for almost 18 Kilometers, though disrupted at few places where the coastal edge end with rocky and high cliffs. If not PD beach will be longest in Asia. PD is well known holiday and weekend destination for those who stay in Klang Valley.

 The gentle waves of the Malacca Straits will always caress anyone with soft and tender gyration. There are various spots along the meandering long sandy beach of Port Dickson where visitors should never miss out whenever they are in Port Dickson, such as the Teluk Kemang, though a bit overcrowded but the most frequented beach spot in Port Dickson. 

The Banana Boat

 The Banana Boat Ride.

Sebahagian daripada - para peserta.

Teluk Kemang provides the best amenities make available for the beach goers. Food, drink outlets are many, so with beach activities and game providers. Tourist may take a boat at dusk to appreciate the beautiful sunset at the horizon, a banana boat ride, sea scooter and many more. Beach activity and game such as beach futsal, volley ball and many more.

 

 

 

 

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NILAI 3 - THE BIGGEST WHOLESALES CENTER IN MALAYSIA.

GATEWAY TO NILAI WHOLESALE  MARKET

he Success of Nilai 3 wholesale centre, MalaysiaNilai 3 wholesale centre is undoubtedly a one-stop destination of wholesale, tourist and shopping paradise that offers a wide variety of goods and items at very attractive and competitive prices. Especially its located in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia where very rare having this kind of concept.

 
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In judging from its sheer size — 165ha — It is currently still holds the record as the country’s largest wholesale centre even though there are some areas try to establish same concept. It is not easy to emerge as such and success like Nilai-3, Malaysia. Apparently, hard work from the management and state government linkage is crucial. They have done a great job on this.
 
When we visited this place last year, 2007 it still have some free lands to be developed in future. Recently, the developer just completed some rows of shop named Istanabul near the first entrance junction. Roughly about 40 newly built shops there. This is an additional good news for tourist. After completed these shops, size of the unoccupied land is reduced by some portion. We do believe in the near future there will be some more shops to be build by developer. This is to cope with the people coming to this place especially weekends and public holidays.

Short history of this famous place in Negeri Sembilan :

The centre was initially set up in December 2001 to promote goods from China. At that time, China market just opened to the world. It then, evolved to what it is now; aimed at drawing visitors particularly city and town folks of KL and Seremban to come and experience shopping in the outskirts. Not forgetting, during weekends and public holiday this place is crowded with people who are coming by bus from all states. It is a fast gaining popular warehouse shopping centre.

The majority of shops comprise textile dealers selling merchandise at wholesale prices. Among the goods include furniture, car accessories, carpets, garden equipment, bags, luggage, sexy dressing, ladies accessories and others. Lately, NGV installer also set up there. Undeniably, it will give visitor convenience to do some NGV servicing or Installing works while family members can shop around. Fantastic concept!

If you drive to the place, look out for signages. They are a lot of sign boards displayed at the main road when you are closed to this area. You should check out this area and you might end up with a good bargain! 


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Jelita Ostrich Show Farm - Negeri Sembilan

THE JELITA OSTRICH SHOW FARM - SEREMBAN , NEGERI SEMBILAN

Jelita Ostrich Show Farm - Negeri Sembilan

Ostrich Racing Adventure

"Jelita Ostrich Farm" has been certified by the Malaysia Book of Records ad the first ostrich farm in Malaysia.Located on a 4.2 hectares site along Jalan Pantai, Seremban on the way to Kuala Klawang or Jelebu district of Negeri Sembilan. Nestling along lush green vegetation and facing the mountainous range lies Malaysia's first ostrich farm. The location is about 9km from Seremban Town-an ideal location away from the urban environment. Surrounded by lush green vegetation and the fresh air from the hilly land which provide a serene backdrop. Ostrich roam freely in sort of a free sanctuary and natural atmosphere.

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Travel To Malaysia

Travel tips for Malaysia 

 Once you have overcome your jet-lag fatigue, step into the real heart of Malaysia--the citizens of the country. You would be pleasantly surprised at the warmth of Malaysians. For deeply entrenched within each of the different races is the engaging charm and traditional hospitality for which Malaysia is renowned. Malaysians enjoy meeting people from other lands. So, do go right ahead and strike up a conversation. After all, the whole point of travelling is to know other cultures. When greeting a Muslim, offer your right hand then bring it towards you, fingertips lightly touching your heart. This is the traditional Salam or 'greeting of acceptance'. Hindus greet with a Namaste (in Hindi) or Vanakam (Tamil). Both palms are brought together as in prayer at mid-chest level. With a Chinese, you may shake hands. If you are really unsure about all the different forms of greetings, just smile and nod your head slightly when introduced. 

Entry Formalities 

Passport/Travel Documents Visitors to Malaysia must be in possession of valid passport/travel documents with a minimum validity of six months beyond the period of intended stay. In the case of a national passport not recognized by the Malaysian Government, the holder must be in possession of a document in lieu of passport obtainable at the nearest Malaysian Mission abroad. The national passport must also ensure his re-entry into the country of his citizenship. Every visitor to Malaysia has to fill in a Disembarkation Card (IMM. 26). The card has to be handed over to the Immigration Officer on arrival together with the national passport or other internationally recognized travel document endorsed for travel into Malaysia. A passport/travel document is also necessary for travel between Sabah and Sarawak. Visitor passes issued for entry into Peninsular Malaysia are not valid for entry into Sarawak. Fresh visit passes must be obtained on arrival at the point of entry in Sarawak. However, subject to conditions stipulated, visit passes issued by the Immigration Authorities in Sabah and Sarawak are valid for any part of Malaysia. 

Visa Requirements: 

Commonwealth Citizens (except Bangladesh/India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka), British Protected Persons or Citizens of the Republic of Ireland and Citizens of Switzerland, Netherlands, San Marino and Liechtenstein do not need a visa to enter Malaysia. Citizens of Albania, Austria, Algeria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Republic of Slovakia, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Japan, South Korea, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, Italy, United States of America, Bahrin, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Egypt, Morocco, North Yemen, Oman, Saudi Arabia,Qatar United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Tunisia do not require a visa for a Social and Business visit not exceeding three months.

Nationals of ASEAN Countries do not require a visa for a Social and Business visit not exceeding one month. 

Citizens of Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Syria, South Yemen do not require visa for a Social and Business visit not exceeding 14 days. 

Citizens of Bulgaria, Romania and Russia do not require a visa for a Social and Business visit not exceeding one week. 

Nationals of the Republic of China, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cuba, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, North Korea, Nepal, Myanmar, Taiwan, Vietnam and all Certificate of Identity (CI) holders must obtain a visa before entering Malaysia. 

 Citizens of nations other than those stated above (except Serbia Montenegro and Israel) are allowed to enter Malaysia for a Social and Business visit not exceeding one month without having a Visa. 

A visitor intending to visit any part of Malaysia is required to be in possession of only one visa to travel direct from one part of the nation to another. Visas are issued by Malaysian Diplomatic Missions abroad or British Consulates which act for Malaysia in countries where no diplomatic representation of Malaysia is established. All visitors to Malaysia should inquire at the nearest Malaysian Diplomatic Mission for the latest entry procedures and requirements. 

Tourist Police Lost your way? Need help? 

Look for a tourist police officer. Tourist police officers are recognized by their checkered hat bands, dark blue shirts and trousers, and the letter "I" (for information) on a red and blue badge on their breast pocket. Public Holidays

With its multi-ethnic population, it is not surprising that almost every month sees a different festival. Some of these are declared as Public Holidays. As festivals vary from year to year, it is best to check the dates with the nearest Tourism Malaysia Office before you plan your trip. School Holidays There are five term breaks in the year for schools throughout Malaysia. 

The term breaks vary slightly from state to state. However, they fall roughly during the later part of the months of January (1 week), March (2 week), May (3 weeks), August (1 week), October (4 weeks). 

Water It is generally safe to drink water straight from the tap. Bottled mineral water, however, is easily available in shops and supermarkets. Electrical Supply Electric supply is on a 240-volt 50-cycle system. 

Newspapers English Language newspapers are available i.e. The New Straits Times, The Star, Business Times, Malay Mail, Daily Express, Sabah Daily News and Sarawak Tribune. International newspapers can be obtained at most bookshops and newsstands. Several dailies in other languages include Utusan Melayu, Berita Harian, Nanyang Siang Pan, Sin Chew Wit Poh and Tamil Nesan. There are also weeklies, such as the Leader and Straits Shipper. Radio Radio services are in Bahasa Melayu, English, Chinese, and Tamil. Television There are 4 television stations with TV 1 and TV 2 being government networks while the other two are privately run. 

Health Services In the event you need medical care, there are private clinics in most towns. It is a good idea to take out a medical insurance before you travel as Malaysia does not have reciprocal health service agreements with other nations. For over-the-counter prescriptions, there are pharmacies and 'Chinese medical halls'. Health Regulations No vaccination is required for cholera and smallpox. Climate With a temperature that fluctuates little throughout the year, travel in Malaysia is a pleasure. 

Average temperature is between 21 C and 32 C.

Humidity is high. Rain tends to occur between November to February on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, on western Sarawak, and north-eastern Sabah. On the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia the rainy season is April to May and October to November.  

Clothing As Malaysia's climate is sunny almost year round, light clothing is ideal. It is advisable for ladies, when entering mosques and temples, to wear long sleeves and loose pants or long skirts. 

Time Malaysia is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and 16 hours ahead of United States Pacific Standard Time. Etiquette To avoid "cultural offenses," here are some tips: Remove shoes when entering homes and places of worship. Dress neatly in a suitable attire which covers arms and legs when visiting places of worship. Handle food with your right hand. Do not point your foot at someone. When giving or receiving money gifts to/from a Malaysian, do so with your right hand.

Kellie's Castle Night Tour

 Latest on Kellie's Castle - Batu Gajah,Perak, Malaysia

Batu Gajah -Kellie’s Castle — known as one of the top few most haunted buildings in Malaysia — has announced it is set to launch night tours for those eager to experience supernatural activities at the unfinished Moorish-styled mansion from the end of January.

General manager for Le Shuttle, the management company running the castle, Zamari Muhyi, said the tour would be the first of its kind in the country.

“Kellie’s Castle is known as a haunted mansion, therefore having such tours will attract many international and local paranormal research groups,” he said.

Zamari said he had experienced the supernatural when he listened, through ultrasound equipment, to the sound of a woman crying somewhere in the castle and it gave him the shivers.

“The paranormal tour will add to the mansion’s tourism potential, which is well known for its colonial-era history and architecture.

“Safety will be a top priority and each tour will be accompanied by our guides, including an ustaz (Muslim scholars trained in Islam and Islamic law), in case of something ‛unexpected’,” he said.

Each tour will have a maximum of eight persons, and will only be conducted on four nights in a month.

He added that visitors would also have the chance to use special equipment used by paranormal researchers.

The mansion was built — at the cost of many workers’ lives — in the 1900s on the bank of the Kinta River here by William Kellie Smith, a wealthy Scottish planter who prospered after coming to Malaya.

Borneo Rainforest Musical Festival

 

 

Sarawak is the largest state in Malaysia covering an area of nearly125,000 square kilometers in the Borneo land mass. With such a large land area, Sarawak is home to an incredible range of tropical bio-diversity. With a population of around 2 million, Sarawak's rich ethnic diversity offers a unique local experience at the very moment you step of the plane. All that stands between you and Sarawak is your desire for an adventure and experience that is waiting to happen.

From rainforest canopies to jungle wildlife, discover the diverse ecosystem of Malaysia's largest state. A city of modernity yet cloaked with its rich historical charms, Sarawak is a place where commonality and peacefulness is a way of life. A paradise of adventure for the adventure buffs, from the land to the sea, from mild to vigorous, whatever the challenge; if you're ready for it, you can be sure Sarawak will give you an experience like no other.

 

 

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Top 50 Events and Festivals - Visit 1Malaysia 2014

Millions of fascinations. Hundreds of events and festivals await your discovery for 365 days and beyond. It's a non-stop fusion of colourful sights, sounds and experiences. It's the nation's biggest and grandest tourism celebration.

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Admiral Cheng Ho - (Zheng He The Explorer)

Admiral Cheng Ho

Zheng He (Cheng Ho)  is best known for his voyages to the Middle East and Africa, and across Southeast Asia while climbing in rank from a captured servant to one of his nation's most trusted statesmen. He was born in 1371 in what is now China's Yunnan province during the reign of the Ming Dynasty. Like his father and grandfather, he was a Muslim.

And his great-great-great-grandfather was a Persian who served at the top ranks of the Mongolian Empire and as a governor under the Yuan Dynasty. Zheng He's father was killed when the Ming Dynasty sought to destroy remnants of the Yuan era, and Zheng He was captured, castrated and brought to Beijing. There he served in the palace of Prince Zhu Di, a son of the Ming Dynasty's founder. Zheng He quickly gained the prince's trust in the course of several battles and campaigns across China as a bodyguard and informal adviser.

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Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple

Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple-Malacca

The Chettiar community from South India were profoundly involved in the construction of Hindu temples, especially dedicated to their loving Vinayagar. As mercantile tradesmen, they travelled the world, but also brought along their worship of Lord Vinayagar to Malacca. Located at Jalan Tukang Emas, Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Malaysia, built in 1781. This street is called Harmony Street because of the close proximity of holy sanctuaries of different religions in this area. The sanctuaries here are the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, the Kampung Kling’s Mosque and the Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple. The temple was built a land donated by Kapitan Thaivanayagam Chitty, a distinguished Indian resident residing in Malacca. As many Hindu ancestors from Malacca had a close association with this temple, that bond has been reinforced over time, creating a strong connection with the Hindu families residing in Malacca. 


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Bukit Cina- Melaka

Bukit Cina - Malacca

Bukit Cina is the ancestral burial ground of Malacca’s Chinese community. Also known as Chinese Hill, it is the largest and oldest Chinese graveyard outside of China itself with over 12,500 graves. Although it is primarily a graveyard for early Chinese settlers, the cemetery has about 20 Muslim tombs, too.

The oldest grave in Bukit Cina is that of Tin Kap, the first Chinese kapitan (a mediatory position created by the Dutch East India Company which made it possible for them to rule the various ethnic communities). These days the 20ha hill is chiefly used as a jogging track.

According to the Malay Annals, Bukit Cina was a marriage gift from Sultan Mansur Syah (ruler of the Malacca Sultanate) to Princess Hang Li Poh from China.  After Princess Hang Li Poh had converted to Islam, Sultan Mansur Syah married her and ordered a palace to be built at Bukit Cina for his wife and her entourage that followed her from China. They stayed in this Chinese settlement until the Portuguese invaded in 1511. The Chinese community eventually grew into a class of straits-born Chinese known as the Peranakan. The Portuguese once built a Franciscan chapel on the hill dedicated to “Madre de Deus” (Mother of God) but the chapel was destroyed during the Achinese attack in Melaka  in 1629.

 

 

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Cheng Hoon Teng Temple

 

 

 

 

Cheng Hoon Teng Temple-Melaka

 Cheng Hoon Teng Temple is one of the most notable landmarks in Malacca. Set near the Hindu temple Sri Pogyatha Vinoyagar along Jalan Hang Lekiu (in Jonker Street) this Chinese temple is billed as the oldest Buddhist place of worship in the country. Built in 1646, it is also known as the ‘Merciful Cloud Temple’. The temple is dedicated to Kuan Yin, Goddess of Mercy. A black, gold and red-robed statue of the goddess stands in the central prayer hall. Cheng Hoon Teng temple was constructed by Chan Lak Koa, son-in-law to Captain Li, Malacca’s second Chinese kapitan (a mediatory position created by the Dutch East India Company which made it possible for a non-white to govern Malacca’s diverse ethnic communities.)

Apparently a fortune teller was consulted for advice on the location and construction of Captain Li’s grave: allegedly a grave deeper than three feet would benefit Li’s son-in-law, Chan Lak Koa, while a shallower grave would bring prosperity to his son. Whether intended or not, the grave was made three-and-a-half feet deep, and Chan Lak Koa’s relative success after his father-in-law’s death motivated him to construct the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple as an expression of gratitude for his success.

 

 

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Masjid Kg Keling

Masjid Kampung Keling

The Masjid Kampong Kling, built in 1748, is one of the oldest mosques in Malaysia. The mosque is located on Malacca's busy north-south running Jalan Hang Lekiu, on the corner of Jalan Tanjong, or Temple Street, both filled with Chinese shop-houses. However, when Masjid Kampong Kling was erected, the neighborhood of Kampong Kling, which runs along the coast to the west of the Malacca River, was still primarily inhabited by South Indians or Klings. The multiple styles revealed in this mosque attest to the synchratic building tradition that flourished in Malacca, a major trading port in the fourteenth through the eighteenth centuries.

Like most Southeast Asian mosques, Masjid Kampong Kling is built on a square plan rather than the rectangular or hexagonal plan of most Middle Eastern mosques. Corinthian columns both define the arcaded verandah that wraps around the prayer hall and also separate the minbar space from the central prayer hall within the mosque.

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Flor De La Mar

Flor De La Mar-Replica-Maritime Museum

 Located along Jalan Quayside in the St Paul's Hill area, the Maritime Museum is housed in a replica of the Flor de la Mar, A Portuguese vessel that sank off the Malacca Coast.

The museum traces the history of Malacca from the Sultanate of Malacca in the Fourteenth century to the pre independence era. Inside the museum are models of ships, authentic maps, old iron chests and charts.

The Flor do Mar was built in Lisbon in 1502, being one of the finest vessels of the time. It was built for the Portuguese India run. At 400 tons, it was the largest carrack yet built, nearly twice the size of the largest ships that had gone on previous runs.

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Tun Razak Memorial

Tun Razak Memorial

Tun Abdul Razak bin Dato Hussein is the 2nd Prime Minister of Malaysia. He died in the month January 1976. The Tun Razak Memorial was officially opened to the public on 6th May 1982 by the then 3rd Prime Minister Dato Seri Dr Mahathir Mohamad. This memorial was originally known as Sri Taman the official resident of the late 2nd Prime Minister Tun Abdul Razak and his family. The  government under the leadership of Dato Seri Dr Mahathir Mohamad decided that the resident (Sri Taman)  of the former Prime Minister, renovated and converted to a memorial. The memorial is establish  to acknowledge the enormous contribution to the Raayat and the Nation - Malaysia.

The Tun Razak Memorial exhibits the belonging owned personally by the late 2nd Prime Minister but also those exhibit and memorabilia of him which are well known us " Bapa Pembangunan"  or "Father of Development" . The nation administration under his leadership begins from 1970 - 1976. 

 

 

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Deer Park - Kuala Lumpur

Deer Park - Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur Deer Park is a part of the Lake Gardens of Kuala Lumpur. This 2 hectare park is the home for many species of deer. Kuala Lumpur Deer Park is located close to the world's largest free flight aviary - the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park. From the bird park, take a left turn and move towards the Tun Abdul Razak Memorial. The Deer Park is in between the Memorial and the Orchid Garden. The Deer Park can also be accessible by walking down the steps behind the Memorial of Tun Abdul Razak.


The entrance of the Deer Park is an attractive arch which immediately makes you feel welcomed. The fact that the entrance fee is nil, there is not any reason for you not to come here. The paths in the park are excellently built and thought out with the visitors' convenience in mind. The viewing points and the placement of fences are great as visitors' get the best views of the deer in the park. Lush greenery surrounds inside and outside of the park; making it bearable for visitors to walk around in the park under the sun.

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The Telekom Museum - Kuala Lumpur

The Telekom Museum @Jalan Gereja

The Telekom Museum

A trip along Jalan Raja Chulan will take you to Telekom Museum which is a significant historical landmark in the country. It is a 2-storey Greek-styled museum that contains eight imposing columns and 900 meters of space for exhibitions.

The Telekom Museum is the first state-of-the-art interactive museum in Malaysia equipped with fascinating technology as it displays the country’s development in telecommunication in a span of 120 years featuring Morse code telegraphs and all technologies up to the digital networks used by cellular phones.

Admission in the Telekom Museum is free which is great for the whole family. Kids will surely love the exhibits. The Telekom museum offers good educational tours detailing devices which people used to communicate with in the past.

Standing among Kuala Lumpur's skyscrapers at the junction of Jalan Raja Chulan and Jalan Gereja is a unique two story building of Neo Classical Greek architecture.


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