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Situated at an elevation of 1829 mt above sea level, in the northwestern corner of Pahang, lies Cameron Highland which is the largest and the most stylish hill resort in Malaysia.

The area specializes in supplying of green peppers, cabbage, carrots, lettuce and tomatoes to the major cities of Malaysia and Singapore; it is also known as 'GreenBowl'. Sporting relaxing activities like shopping, touring, dinning and golfing; this beautiful hill station is built in the blissfully peaceful English environment and has remained unaffected since the colonial times. The busy market square of Brinchang, strawberry farms, exotic waterfalls, tea plantations and the beautiful rose gardens are the most popular attractions of the area. A stoppage at Kuala Woh Forest Recreation Park which has a hot spring and beautiful picnic spots; the drive up to Cameron Highlands is most pleasurable.



With two theme parks offering dozens of entertaining rides for the whole family; Genting Highlands, located 50 kms from Kuala Lumpur, is the most developed hill resort in Malaysia, at an elevation of 2000 mt above the sea level. The resorts offer a cool haven from the chaotic city life. Many Malaysian people head for Genting Highlands specifically for its nightlife. There are international dinner shows and discos, while the world-class Casino in Genting offers Blackjack, Baccarat, Keno, French Bull, Roulette, Tai Sai and slot machines and Discotheques. For golfers there is the 'Awana Golf and Country Resort 'which has a 18-hole--par 71 golf course and horseback performances of the 'Awana Horse Ranch'.



George Town, the capital of the island of Penang was named by the British after King George III. It was established by Capt Francis Light in 1786. Penang is the oldest British settlement in Malaysia. The government centre and its financial heart, George Town is an interesting and bustling city with modern high rise buildings, cathedrals, mosques, government offices, temples, bazaars, shops and cafes.

One must visit the older part of the town that has narrow lanes and alleyways, which makes it a pleasure to walk.

The most interesting place to visit is Fort Cornwallis is situated at the spot where Captain Francis Light was supposed to have landed in 1786. Originally a wooden structure, the fort was rebuilt between 1808 and 1810 with convict labour.



Kuala Lumpur, the cosmopolitan capital of Malaysia is a very happening city. Kuala Lumpur is situated midway along the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, at the confluence of the Klang and Gombek rivers. It is approximately 35 km from the coast and sits at the center of the Peninsula's extensive and modern transportation network.

The famous twin towers – the world’s tallest are situated in this city. You will see ultra-modern skyscrapers standing magnificently next to rows and rows of quaint old shop houses. Haute cuisine beside hawker stalls. Kuala Lumpur presents an interesting proposition for the traveller.

The city is home to a very mixed crowd of Malays, Chinese and Indians, all contributing towards making this one of the busiest, most colourful and fascinating cities in South East Asia.



Langkawi is situated in the state of Kedah, consists of 104 islands, stretching out over 362 sq km. The capital of Langkawi is at Kuah. Out of the 104 islands Langkawi is the largest, with a sizeable population, mainly of Malay origin. And only three of the other islands.

Unspoilt and rustic, it is a tropical paradise spectacularly endowed by nature, one where crystal clear emerald waters, azure skies, dense tropical rainforests, and fantastic limestone formations can be found. Langkawi has been called the 'Island of legends’ because a number of folklore, myth and legend can be heard about the place.

 
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