Malaysia National Museum

The National Museum is located within walking distance from KL Sentral. If you are in Lake Garden, you will be able to see the museum as it has a distinctive Minangkabau-styled roof. Walking from Lake Garden will take you approximately 20 minutes to reach the museum. The museum contains vast artifacts and exhibits that trace the history of the nation of Malaysia.

This building was officially opened in August 31, 1963 by His Majesty the Third Yang diPertuan Agong of Malaysia. It has a Minangkabau-styled roof and two front murals. The murals of Italian glass mosaic highlights the significant events and crafts of Malaysia. There are 4 main galleries namely Culture, Faces of Malaysia, Natural History and Weaponry, Traditional Musical Instruments and Ceramics.

The Minangkabau-styled architecture of the museum

Outdoor Display

The outdoor of the museum has big displays that you can visit without having to purchase any ticket. You will be able to see old cars, a replica of an old Malay palace, steam locomotive and bull carts. The Malaysian Maritime Archaeology Exhibition is located in the vicinity of the museum where artifacts from 11 historical shipwreck salvaged is currently on display.

The replica of an old Malay palace at the compound of the National Museum

Bull carts exhibit on display

Guided Tours

You can request for a guided tour of the National Museum and the surrounding galleries as there are volunteers who have signed up and have been trained to be guides for visitors. For a start, 25 volunteers comprising of foreign and local women from the Musuem Volunteers Malaysia (MVM) will be able to provide a guided tour in French or English. They have been trained in the history of Malaysia, Malacca Malay sultanate, Malaysian handicraft, ceramics and jewellery.

The one-hour scheduled guided tours in English and French will be available at 9am on Tuesdays and 11am on Thursdays.If you are keen to have guided tour of the museum, make a reservation by calling +6 03 2282 6255 extension 206/287 or email mvmqueries@yahoo.com

The museum is also looking for more volunteers to help out as guides. You will be trained every Thursday morning for 3 months before being confirmed as a guide. Email or call using the contacts provided above to make an appointment.

Getting Here

Take the PUTRA LRT, KL Monorail or KTM Komuter train and stop at KL Sentral Station. If you don't mind walking, the museum can be reached in 15 minutes.

Another alternative is to take Intrakota Bus No. 33 or No. 35 at Jalan Lee or Bus No. 30 at Jalan Raja Laut.

If you drive, there is a big parking bay for you to park your car at a fee of RM2 per entry.

Entrance Fee

The opening hour to visit the National Museum is from 9:00am to 6:00pm daily.

The entrance fee is RM2 for adult and RM1 for children. Children below 12 years old do not have to pay.

Further information can be obtained by calling +603 2282 6255. or visitNational Museum website. 

Source: http://www.malaysiavacationguide.com/

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Aquarium KLCC

Aquarium KLCC

Known as AQUARIA, this centre is a good place to go for a time of entertainment as well as for education on the wonders of the marine world after your shopping in Suria KLCC. Located within 5 minutes walking distance from Suria KLCC, this aquarium features over 5,000 animals of 150 species of aquatic and land animals from Malaysia and around the world.

The exhibit is divided into 6 sections:

• 1. The Highland
• 2. Jewels Of The Jungle
• 3. Flooded Forest
• 4. The Coast
• 5. The Living Reef
• 6. The Living Ocean

As you enter aquarium KLCC, you will see the forests with streams of rivers flowing down the mountains. The tropical rainforest of Malaysia is featured here where you will be able to see the jungle animals and the typical sound that you will hear if you go to the jungle of Malaysia. The Flooded Forest shows the ecosystems where trees, plants and sea creatures co-exists in harmony with nature. The coast has the typical mangrove plants where crabs, prawns, mud-skippers and monkeys abound. There is a touch pool for those who are curious to feel how the sea creatures actually feel like.

The big signage welcoming you to the Aquarium

The multimedia presentation of the exhibits in  Aquarium KLCC before you enter

Underwater Tunnel

A 90m underwater walkway tunnel awaits you towards the end of the exhibition. The rich marine life is seen through the acrylic class as you walk underneath it. You will see the powerful Sand Tiger Sharks as they are being fed by the trainers in the water. Colourful fishes with beautiful coral reefs add to the beauty of the ocean life. Remember to take along your video camera to record your experience here.

If you are keen to learn in greater detail about the exhibits, there are interactive Information Kiosks that you can use. Those who are adventures may want to try to "Dive With Sharks" for a fee of RM400 for certified divers and RM450 for non-certified divers.

The magnificent turtle at the exhibit

Getting to the Aquarium KLCC

This AQUARIA is opened from 11am to 8pm everyday with the last admission at 7pm. The best means of transport to come here is using the Putra LRT. Board the Putra LRT and stop at KLCC station. Follow the signage to AQUARIA KLCC and you will be here in about 10 minutes time.

AQUARIA KLCC
Concourse Level
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
50088 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603 2333 1888

Admission Fee

The fee to enter the centre

As shown in the picture above, the entrance fees are:

Malaysians

RM28 per adult with MyKad.
RM22 per child from 3-12 years old with MyKid.

Non-Malaysians

RM38 per adult.
RM26 per child from 3-12 years old.

Senior Citizens

RM18 for those 60 years and above.

For more information, visit Aquarium KLCC website.

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TASIK KENYIR, TRENGGANU

Tasik Kenyir

Kenyir Lake is located in the district of Hulu Terengganu and is the biggest man-made lake in South East Asia, spanning an area of 209,199 hectares. This lake shares a common border with Kelantan in the west and Pahang in the south. There are over 340 islands on this lake and more than 14 waterfalls. Rivers and rapids are a common sight on this exotic getaway holiday destination.

Freshwater fishes can be found in abundance here as the lake with a catchment area of 38,000 hectares makes it a perfect habitat for fishes to thrive. Here are some of the activities that you can do while enjoying the tranquility of the beauty of Kenyir Lake.

Fishing

Whether you are new to fishing or an experienced angler, this lake is the perfect spot to get some freshwater fish. Thereare over 300 species of fishes that make their home here. The protruding dead trees as a result of the man-made lake isan ideal breeding ground for these fishes. Some of the species of fish that you can find here include:

• Kelah, also known as Malaysian Mahseer
• Lampam Sungai or barboides
• Toman or Snakehead
• Kawan or Friendly barb
• Kalui or Gaint Gouramy
• Kelisa or Green Arowana

Some fishing spots that you may want to explore include Leban, Petuang, Cacing and Saok.

Videos of freshwater fishing in Kenyir Lake. This 2kg Sebarau is a common fish that you can get while visiting this lake.

Waterfalls
Have a picnic at some of the many Waterfalls here. The more popular waterfalls have facilities such as washrooms and restareas that have been cleared. Lasir Waterfalls is located 16km or 30 minutes boat ride away from Pengkalan Gawi, the main gateway to the lake. This waterfall is about 500 feet high and is surrounded by lush greeneries and rocks, typical scene of a tropical rainforest.
Saok Waterfalls is another waterfall that is about 15 minutes boat ride away from Pengkalan Gawi. This waterfall has cascading waters over its rocky terraces. There is a flat sandy area at the foot of the waterfall that makes it an ideal place for a time of picnic with your family or friends.
Tembat Waterfalls consists of 5 rapids of fast flowing cascades. This waterfall is about an hour boat ride from PengkalanGawi. It has a large area for camping and is one of the most popular camping site. There is a trail that leads to the top of the fall.


Herbs Park
Taman Herba Tasik Kenyir is a park with over 200 species of traditional herbal species. Species that are planted at the15.8 hectares land include Tongkat Ali, Kacip Fatimah, Misai Kucing, Mas Cotak and Haji Samad. Located about 7km or 10 minutes boat ride from Pengkalan Gawi. Most of these herbs have medicinal values and you can savour some of the herbalbeverages here.


Caves
A good view of Tasik Kenyir can be seen at the Bewah and Taat limestone hills. Taat has 3 caves with the lower cave knownas Tok Bidan Cave submerged under water. Archaeologists have found some artefacts dating back to the Neolithic era. You will be able to see the spectacular formation of stalagmites and stalactites inside these caves. The caves are aboutan hour and a half by boat from Pengkalan Gawi.


Resorts
There are many accommodation here that you can stay ranging from rooms, chalets, dorms to bungalows.

• Kenyir Lake View Resort with 136 rooms
• Petang Island Resort with 27 chalets
• Kenyir Sanctuary Resort with 43 chalets
• Lake Land Resort with 22 chalets
• Uncle John Resort with 22 rooms
• Musang Kenyir Resort with 15 chalets
• Tanjong Mentong Resort with 8 chalets and 1 dorm
• Federal Government Resthouse with 10 bungalows
• Kenyir Lake Resort with 42 bungalows

Water Sports
Water sports activities such as canoeing, boating, kayaking, rafting and rapid shootings are some of the outdoor activitiesthat you can do here. The annual Kengir Regatta and Telematch is held here.

Getting To Tasik Kenyir
If you are driving from Kuala Lumpur, use the Karak Highway to Jerangau-Jabor Highway where you will reach Ajil. From Ajil,drive towards Kuala Berang and you will reach Pengkalan Jawi which is about 55km away from Ajil.

Public bus can also be taken from Hentian Putra, Kuala Lumpur direct to Tasik Kenyir for a fare of about RM35.

Call Tel +6 03 4044 4276 for enquiry.

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