Category: Miscellaneous Adventures

National museum Kuala Lumpur- representing the rich history and culture of Malaysia

Located on Jalan Damansara Malaysia, the National Museum of Kuala Lumpur is a must attend venue during your visit to the city. Travellers interested in history and architecture could get a glimpse of the rich cultural heritage of Malaysia at the museum. Built by the British in 1898, the museum was opened in 1963 and portrays traditional Minangkabau & Malay architectural features. Tourists could find accommodation at a hotel in Kuala Lumpur which includes leading properties such as Berjaya Times Square Hotel that provide guests easy access to sought after tourists attractions.

Exhibits at the museum are spread across two floors and divided into 4 galleries. The design was done by Ho Kok Hoe architect who was inspired by the traditional Malay architecture. During your visit you will be able to witness murals that span across the entrance. Artefacts that depict culture, history, arts and crafts as well as local weaponry and flora & fauna are showcased at the museum for the viewing pleasure of the visitors. Ground floor of the museum is dedicated for exhibits of the Stone Age, Bronze and Iron Age among which the bronze statue of Avalokiteshvara of Bidor and the Javan Borobudur. The second floor of the museum holds artefacts representing colonial history to independence as well as the headgear worn by Malay rulers of the past. A well known part of the museum is the Istana Satu, an old timber palace built by Sultan Zainal Abidin III, Sultan of Terengganu in year 1884. The local cultural history enthusiasts could support the department of National Museums by volunteering as museum tour guides to meet the demand of tourists visiting the museum. These tours are conducted in English, French and Japanese languages.

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Than Prawet Waterfall

Venture towards the country’s southeast to find the little island of Koh Phangan. Resort and bungalow properties operate during most of the month, to serve visitors looking for a quiet getaway. They cater to party goers during the full moon. This little island in Thailand is asleep for the most part and only comes to life once a month for the famed ‘Full Moon Party’. Hat Rin plays host to the large scale, wild party that welcomes thirty thousand people who all occupy one beach. After the nightlong party, the crowd thins and island returns to its regular slow pace. Koh Phangan is looking to establish itself as a luxurious destination and is already home to Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas. There is plenty in the way of natural beauty; jungles, pristine bays and waterfalls await discovery.

Than Prawet is one of the two waterfalls in the Thong Nai Pan Noi area of Koh Phangan Island. It is a waterfall that flows year round but can be difficult to find due to the lack of signboards. However, it is worth the extra effort, for avid hikers in particular. In reality, the Than Prawet Waterfall is made up of a series of waterfalls that run alongside each other over great boulders and smaller rocks amidst abundant green foliage.

A hiking trail that follows a stream running to the village stretches two kilometers and will take you to the waterfall. Alternatively, you can opt to reach Than Prawet by making part of the journey by road. You can take a motor vehicle along the road by the bay but the last stretch will need to be made on foot. Hiking on from that point can prove challenging for some. Sturdy footwear is recommended while hiking alone or outside of daylight hours is not advised.

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Desert Safari in Dubai

Visiting Dubai is never complete without taking an adventurous and fun-filled Desert Safari tour. Experiencing the mysteries and activities in the Dubai deserts is actually a lifetime memory stamp of living your life to the fullest for a fraction of your entire lifetime. The sands of Dubai have plenty to offer for any type of traveller visiting the emirate. There are plenty of cheap flights to Dubai that can be easily booked for those who cannot afford high airfares with online sites like findmyfare.

It is important to prepare ahead for the desert ride especially for the first timers as once the journey begins; it is a no return continuous safari ride across the endless desert sands. Whatever you have seen in movies comes to life once you begin the safari that employs an unconventional, unforgettable and hair raising method to get across the deserts. Along the way you will see plenty of camels slowly making their way across the sands plus getting to witness with your very own eyes and feel with your fingers how amazingly the ground soil keeps changing from one colour to another with different textures. It won’t be surprising for you to get the eerie feeling that the sand is alive and moving along according to the whims of the sun.

As you go deeper into the Arabian Desert, the sand dunes become larger and more impressive like huge crates made by massive unidentified flying objects especially where the wind blows more heavily and fiercely. The Dubai deserts have extreme climatic changes from real hot weather to chilling cool breeze that makes one shiver. These are different climatic experiences that you can undergo depending on the seasons.

As you drive deeper into the desert, the ride becomes wilder where you literally begin to keep bouncing up and down your seat sometimes where you feel as if you’re inside an enclosed roller coaster swirling sharply to your left and right at each and every turn. Keeping yourself strapped in to your seat and holding on to the seat are mandatory actions for safety. Nausea cannot be definitely ruled out during this rugged stage of the ride. The humps and dips that you have to drive through make it an unbelievable and extremely wild ride you will never forget in your lifetime. In no uncertain terms, you will feel it is well worth making it through the gruesome journey once it comes to an end with your return to the solid ground area.

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Thrilling water sports on Lake Wakatipu

New Zealand is one of the countries in the extreme South of the Southern Hemisphere and blessed abundantly with natural beauty. Thousands of tourists make their way across the world to enjoy the beauty of this country. Filled with greenery, mountains and scenic sites the country’s landscape is a true treat to the eyes. Among the places to check out while visiting New Zealand is Lake Wakatipu, the longest lake in New Zealand taking the shape of an inverted “N”.Located in Queenstown the lake and its surroundings are picturesque. The lake attracts large number tourists due to the various activities that take place and there are various other attractions in and around Queenstown. Hotel, motels, hostels have been providing excellent accommodation options to all its visitors. Since the lake is one of the main attractions here, there is no shortage of places to stay. Among the options available one that has been noted mostly by past guests is Oaks Shores.

There are various water-related sports activities that take place on the lake such as kayaking, three wheel aqua bikes, and paddle boats are all available on hire here. There are also standup paddle boats that are available for hire. Water sports centers offer self-hire or can be hired with professionals to guide you throughout the way. One that cannot be missed is a ride on the Skyline Gondola.

The lake is also famous for being featured in the Lord of the Rings movie. There are various myths and a famous one is associated with the rise and drop of the water levels, which happens due to temperature drops are believed to be the breathing of a giant living under water. Why not test the waters yourself?

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Adam’s Peak Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is one of the countries that has a very strong cultural as well as religious background. There are many religious landmarks spread across the island. Home to a multi-religious and ethnic population there is equal importance given to all these celebrated landmarks and sites. Why not Rent a Car in Sri Lanka during your stay and have flexible logistics as and when you please? Online Rent Car is a pioneer in this regard and offers convenient services to its clients by offering their services online.

Considered as one of the most celebrated religious sites in the country, Adam’s peak located in the Central region of the country is a place of worship for all four religions practised in the country. Located in the Ratnapura district the mountain is 7360 feet high, even though the second highest mountain in the island the conical shape of it gives unobstructed views of the picturesque sites extending miles away, you could even catch a glimpse of the sea!

Regarded an important religious site by all faiths in Sri Lanka all of them have an interesting story behind their belief. According to Buddhist, chronicles lord Buddha left his footprint on this mountain on his last visit to the island. Hinduism goes on to say that lord Siva performed a dance ritual here at this sacred mountain. According to Islam, the footprint at the mountain is believed to be that of Prophet Mohammad and Christianity goes on to state that the footprint belongs to Adam who was exiled from the Garden of Eden, Adam is believed to be the first ancestor of the human race.

The views from the mountain are spectacular and breath taking! There are various towns providing access to Adams peak but the famous ones are Hatton Nallathanni and the route from Ratnapura which offers postcard-worthy scenery.

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Al-Hoota Cave – Nizwa, Oman – A Mesmeric Creation of Nature

Located in the Al Hamra district, Oman, the Al-Hoota Cave is a natural creation beyond compare. Within the cave all forms of life thrive. In order to ensure that these life forms are protected and not impinged upon, only 500m of the cave is open to tourists. The length of the cave is 4.5km and only 10% is revealed to the public. A forty five minute tour would disclose quite a few secrets of the cave. Be prepared to gaze upon the dangling stalactites and trace unusual shapes that might come alive on your visit. Less than two hours from the cave one would come across the Alila Jabal Akhdar. An ideal resort in Oman from which to set out on your adventures, it enjoys a unique location which affords an incredible view of the Al Hajar Mountains and creates an appetite for exploration, more precisely to the Al-Hoota Cave.

The Al-Hoota Cave was opened to the public in November 2006. However it dates back to approximately two million years ago. A chemical yet ‘magical’ reaction helped form the stalactites. Limestone reacts when dissolved in carbonic acid water, and the results are seen within the cave. When touring the cave, look overhead and what you will find is a galaxy of stalactite formations.

A small northern lake and a central lake also punctuate the tour of the cave. The large amounts of water within the cave create the ideal surroundings for all forms of life. Gliding in the waters of the main lake are blind fish also called “garra barreimiae”. Arthropods, molluscs, bats, water beetles, large spiders and other rare and endemic species have also made the cave their humble home.

The right amount of light shines through the cave providing a unique view. Make sure to book your tour to the cave as only a limited amount of visitors are allowed in each day. It is truly a marvel of nature!

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Dehiwala Zoo- One of the Oldest Zoological Gardens in Asia

The capital city of Colombo is a metropolitan city, and is the economic and business hub of the country. Given this perception, tourists travelling to the country may be reluctant to explore Colombo as they may feel that there is not much to see in the city. This perception is grossly unfounded for Colombo, though being the commercial capital of Sri Lanka, boasts of a location close to the ocean, and hosts a number of attractions that tourists will be thrilled to visit. While those who wish to reside in a resort close to the ocean can do so at the Mount Lavinia Hotel without having to make their way down south, tourists looking for places of interest will find the National Museum, Galle Face Green, Independence Square, the Old Parliament and the Colombo Zoo within remarkably close vicinity to one another.
Those who wish to explore the endemic wildlife of Sri Lanka, and do not have the time to make a visit to one of the National Parks such as Wilpattu or Yala, which are located several hours outside the capital, the Colombo Zoo can provide a glimpse of insight. This Zoo located in Dehiwala is home to over three thousand animals and marine species and is open to the public and tourists.
The National Zoological Gardens were opened in 1936 and is geared towards conservation and research, while enabling and enhancing the knowledge of the public of various animals. While travellers may be surprised to learn that this particular zoo is one of the oldest of its kind in Asia, the Zoo consists of a Butterfly Garden, a Bird Park and a number of species such as jaguars, lions, elephants and bears. The Zoo also has an array of performances such as elephant and sea lion performances in addition to several educational programmes.

 

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Alimantha Island

Maldives is sure to be on most people’s travel bucket list. The island’s surrounding waters are one of the main reasons for most of the tourist to make their way down to this paradise island. One of the reasons for many people to visit the island is to stay at an Maldives luxury hotel as the accommodation itself can turn out to be quite an experience. Among the various resorts that have come up here one that has managed to earn a reputation for itself among its guests is, Cocoa Island by COMO, Maldives that offers 33 over water suites.

Alimantha is one of the government-sanctioned lists of dive sites in the Eastern part of Maldives. The surrounding waters of the island are an excellent place to go diving and explore the abundant marine life of Maldives. There are dive centres that organise full day as well as half a day tours into the Ocean. There are also night dives that are organised off the shore of Alimantha, which is a once in a lifetime experience. The reefs around the island are also a spectacular site not to be missed. Alimantha is often listed in the must visit places in Maldives. There are also water activities offered by the sports centre located on the island. Perfect for all those adrenaline junkies.

There are plenty of other places to visit while in the Maldives such as Hukuru Miskiiy which is the Old Friday Mosque located in the capital Male. As well as the national museum that is located in the capital. Apart from that sitting and watching the waters sweep the shore from your recliner itself is a great experience!.

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Self-Guided Walk in Abu Dhabi

A booming tourist destination in the Middle East is Abu Dhabi. Competing with its fellow Emirates, it still has managed to be in the forefront in terms of tourism. One of the best ways to explore and make the most of a city is to stroll around it; one’s self is the best tour guide. When considering Abu Dhabi as your next holiday destination, one of the key questions that pop up in one’s mind is accommodation during the stay. Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara is an excellent choice to stay while here as this beach resort Abu Dhabi is located on the famous Sir Bani Yas Island the hotel is nothing but a symbol of luxury, offering many indoor as well outdoor activities to complete the exotic vacation.
A self-guided walk in Abu Dhabi should be able to cover most of the important landmarks in the city. One of the places to make a stop would be the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, an iconic landmark that has 82 impressive white domes.

Bainunah Roundabout Fountain is one of the other pit-stops worth making, located on the Bainunah Roundabout by the Zalamat Garden the fountain is considered both breathtaking and miraculous and perfectly complements the surrounding.

Abu Dhabi Corniche is yet another exciting place to explore on a walking tour. The 6-kilometer-long road is a not to miss when visiting Abu Dhabi. This is considered to be the border of the city and has many gardens along the way.
There are many other interesting landmarks and attractions in this beautiful Middle Eastern City for you to explore.

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Bird Watching in Sri Lanka

The beautiful tropical island of Sri Lanka is not only home to just 20 million people but to a lot of other beautiful living beings that add to the beauty of this paradise. Among them are the birds that decorate the clear blue skies of the island. It is regarded as the paradise for all the bird watching enthusiasts. Sri Lanka Bird watching tours are a popular activity for those bird-loving tourists who come to the island. One of the pioneers in organising such tours is Nkar Travel House. They offer specialised bird watching tours in various parts of the island to suit the various needs of tourists.

The tropical climate and the exotic landscape of the Indian ocean island make it a heaven for bird lovers. There are around 427 different species of birds in Sri Lanka. Out of which 23 are endemic and around 200 are migratory. They make their flight from India, Siberia, Scandinavia and Western Europe to escape the weather and for various other factors. The best time to engage in bird watching is to arrive in the island during the later part of the year. The month of December has been declared as the National Bird watching month.

The best places to engage in bird watching are spread across various parts of the island. There are some dedicated bird sanctuaries in various parts of the island. Some of them include, Kumana National Park, The Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary, Sinharaja Forest, Kitulgala Forest Reserve, the Bodhinagala Sanctuary, Kandalama Bird Sanctuary and Udawatte Kele among many others. One of the highlights about the avifauna in the country is the presence of a mixed species flock, which adds more excitement to the whole experience.

Apart from bird watching for those wildlife enthusiasts, there are many national parks across the island worth checking.

Nigel Walters is a travel writer, who writes under the pen name, Fritzjames Stephen. His content is based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.

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