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These Rickshaws in Melaka Are Beautifully Decorated

These rickshaws in Melaka are beautiful. For a few travelers, they are just overly-decorated tuktuks that are everywhere in the city. But, of all the rickshaws I’ve ridden in Southeast Asia, the ones in Malacca are the most delightful of all! This blog post displays an array of colorfully-themed tuktuks

Christ Church and Stadthuys in Melaka

The Christ Church and Stadthuys in Melaka (or Malacca) in Malaysia are just a spit away from each other. The area where they stand is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its historical importance. The moment I got out of the taxi, I could see why the place should be

A Walking Tour in Putrajaya – Without a Map

This short walking tour in Putrajaya is not really the kind of tour you’d like to join. I did it without a tour guide nor a map on hand. I did it because I like walking and I want to see what’s beyond the Putra Masjid, a landmark you shouldn’t

Sri Mahamariamman – The Oldest Hindu Temple in Kuala Lumpur

Sri Mahamariamman is the oldest temple in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). The temple’s inception can be traced back to 1873, but it underwent a major re-construction in 1968. One of the most visible changes is the Raja Gopuram tower at the entrance. As soon as I saw the tower, I knew

Inside the Islamic Arts Museum in Kuala Lumpur

Inside the Islamic Arts Museum in Kuala Lumpur, you will find comprehensive collections from the Islamic world. It is filled with anything you want to know and related to the Islamic religion, its history, doctrine, and arts. I really think that every visitor in the city should visit this gem

Merdeka Square is Kuala Lumpur’s Most Historical Area to Visit

Merdeka Square is definitely Kuala Lumpur’s most historical area I visited while in Malaysia’s capital city. It is, for sure, a tourist attraction you must not miss when exploring the city. You have never been to Kuala Lumpur without visiting this square. Historically, the field here was once used for

Inside Masjid Negara – Malaysia’s National Mosque

Masjid Negara in Kuala Lumpur is Malaysia’s National Mosque completed in 1965. In many city tours, this mosque is one of the tourist attractions where tour buses stop. At first glance, with the absence of the tall minaret, the structure of Masjid Negara doesn’t look like a mosque. Well, it’s

Masjid Jamek Mosque is a Wonderful Refuge from the Busy City

Masjid Jamek Mosque is a wonderful refuge from the topsy-turvy streets of Kuala Lumpur. The traffic outside this Islamic place of worship can be unbearable, but once you’re inside, the chaos seems so far away. Friday Mosque, as the locals call it, is right in the heart of the city.

Petronas Towers – The World’s Tallest Twin Towers

The Petronas Towers are identical towers that are synonymous to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. They’re the most iconic skyscrapers and architectural wonders in the city’s skyline. No visit in KL without a glimpse of these silver-colored twins. The first time I saw them eons ago, I thought they resemble a
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