Malaysia: Detailed 5D itinerary

One of the main bridges in the Malaysian federal administrative capital of Putrajaya, the Seri Wawasan Bridge was constructed to link Precinct 8 and the Mixed Development Precinct in the Core Island. Opened in 16 April 2003, it has become one of the icons that leave a huge impression for those visit Putrajaya, partly due to its highly visible location. Nonetheless, the Seri Wawasan Bridge is also a beautiful sight, with its appearance that resembles a cable-stayed bridge making it stand out among other bridges. read more »

Istana Melawati is the second national palace of Malaysia's Yang di-Pertuan Agong in Putrajaya, with the first being the Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur. it is perched atop a hill on the nothrwestern end of Putrajaya, seving as a royal retreat for His Majesty and his family, and is also the venue for meetings with other Rulers as well as the venue for certain official and private functions hosted by the King. Its design is modeled after ancient Malay palaces, with its structure consisting of 3 tall towers at the side and centre of the palace. read more »

Masjid Putra is the principal mosque of Putrajaya, Malaysia. Construction was completed in 1999, and it was named in honour of Malaysia's first Prime Minister Almarhum Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al–Haj. Today, it is one of the main symbols of Putrajaya, being its most famous landmark. read more »

Built in the late 20th century, the Perdana Putra is a building found in Putrajaya, housing the office complex of the Prime Minister of Malaysia. Situated on the main hill in Putrajaya, it has become synonymous with the executive branch of the Malaysian federal government. A six-storey building made with stone, its architectural design fuses a range of influences from Malay, Islamic and European cultures, with inspiration from the former prime minister Tun Dr. read more »

Situated at Jalan Pudu, Sek Yuen Restaurant is a legendary old Chinese restaurant that is a historical gem, having been patronized by generations. Diners will feel as if they have travelled back to time here, with the interior decor largely reminiscent of the 50s. It is filled with old wooden tables and chairs, stainless steel standing fans and metal bowls with dents and scratches after decades of use. read more »

Located in Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle in Bukit Bintang, Alpha Genesis Hotel is an ideal accommodation choice for tourists, both for pleasure or for business. It is a business-boutique hotel featuring an awe-inspiring European style architecture and equipped with stylishly designed rooms. All rooms are exquisitely decorated, featuring modern decor and original artworks by the renowned Marchenko. read more »

Standing at a dizzying height of close to 460 meters, the Petronas Twin Towers was constructed as a symbolic gesture to show Kuala Lumpur's growing importance in the world. It was the world's tallest building till 2004. The pair of 88-story towers are connected by a 58. read more »

Beryl's Chocolate Kingdom is a chocolate showroom in Malaysia. Those who love chocolate should not miss out this place in their travel itineraries, with more than 100 varieties of chocolate on show here. Only high quality cocoa beans imported from Ghana are used to produce Beryl Chocolates, said to be the best in malaysia. read more »

One of the main bridges in the Malaysian federal administrative capital of Putrajaya, the Seri Wawasan Bridge was constructed to link Precinct 8 and the Mixed Development Precinct in the Core Island. Opened in 16 April 2003, it has become one of the icons that leave a huge impression for those visit Putrajaya, partly due to its highly visible location. Nonetheless, the Seri Wawasan Bridge is also a beautiful sight, with its appearance that resembles a cable-stayed bridge making it stand out among other bridges. read more »

Yong Tau Foo is a Hakka dish famous in Ampang, featuring bean curd stuffed with fish or meat paste. The term also encompasses a variety of vegetables or fried fritters stuffed with fish/meat paste. Ampang Homeland Yong Tau Foo is one of the places that sells delicious Yong Tau Foo, having established a reputation as one of the three most famous Yong Tau Foo shops in Pekan Ampang. read more »

Located 13 km north of Kuala Lumpur, the Batu Caves are a group of 3 main caves and a number of smaller ones. These caves have becomes one of the most significant Hindu religious outside of India. The 3 main caves make up a temple complex devoted to Lord Murugan. read more »

Set up in 1992 as a studio gallery by internationally-recognized artist Charles Cham, The Orangutan House in Malacca has developed to become one of the most recognizable buildings in Malacca, an iconic landmark of the historical city. At The Orangutan House, visitors can find a range of paintings done by Charles Cham, featuring abstract face and figures painted against bright backgrounds. While not a hit with the local Malaysian community, buyers have flocked from the West to The Orangutan House to buy some of his works. read more »

The fourth largest hotel in the world if counting by the number of rooms, First World Hotel has an impressive total of 6,118 rooms, featuring 1,669 standard rooms, 3,307 deluxe rooms, 69 deluxe triple rooms, 493 superior deluxe rooms and 136 world card rooms in its two towers. All rooms are equipped with television, telephone and in-house movies. The three-star First World Hotel is also directly connected to First World Plaza, where visitors can find a range of entertainment and leisure options, with a range of retail outlets, arcades, as well as Starworld Casino and the Genting Indoor Theme Park. read more »

Poh San Teng (宝山亭, pinyin: Bao Shan Ting), a Chinese temple just south of Bukit Cina (the China Hill) in Melacca, Malaysia, next to Hang Li Poh's well. Many local maps and guides refer to this temple as "Sam Po Kong" (presumably, relating to the veneration of Zheng He), but the latter name does not appear in any signage in the temple. The temple dates to ca. read more »

First World Cafe, located in First World Plaza, is an enormous buffet diner that can accommodate an estimated 2,400 customers! Its themed format means that every month, different foods are served. From Thai to Middle Eastern to Indian, diners can never get bored of the food selection, and come back to try different cuisines. All the food is set conveniently in the centre of the Cafe, making it easy for you to go back for seconds. read more »

One of the finest Chinese temples in Malaysia, Chong De Tangg is also the oldest temple in Malaysia that is still active. Founded in the 1600s, it has survived the ravages of time, even winning the UNESCO award for outstanding architectural restoration. Central to the spiritual aspirations of the Chinese community in historic Malacca, it attracts a number of followers of Taoism and Confucianism, apart from its Buddhists devotees. read more »

Situated conveniently next to Penang Plaza shopping mall and near to the ferry terminal and many attractions like Gurney Drive and New World Park, Hotel Royal Penang looks out to the coastline and Georgetown. It gives off an elegant and timeless charm, attracting both business and leisure visitors. Each room and suite in Hotel Royal Penang features en suite bathrooms with bathtubs and hairdryers, and in-room amenities like air-conditioning, a minibar, and kettle. read more »

Located in Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, the Baba and Nyonya Heritage Museum is a living museum that was once the residence of the Baba Chan family known as Rumah Abu. The Baba and Nyonya are the descendants of noble Chinese migrants who adopted local Malay culture, creating a unique blend of cultures. Visitors to the Baba and Nyonya Heritage Museum will get to learn about the way of living of the Peranakans, and also catch a glimpse of the unique architecture of a Peranakan house. read more »

New World Park's Hawker Centre is a food and beverage complex that serves a large variety of Penang food. Every stall serves something different! Dishes you can find include Fried Oyster, Chee Chong Fun, Curry Mee, Assam Laksa, Nasi Lemak, Loh Bak, and lots of other local favourites. Since opening in 2006, the clean and new Hawker Centre has fans blowing out mist, a shiny industrial decor and is sheltered. read more »

Built in 2009, The Leverage Business Hotel is located in the main district of Kuala Kedah, being just 10 minutes away from Kuala Kedah Jetty and Alor Setar. It is easy to access the city's myriad of attractions and landmarks from this hotel, making it a good choice for visiting tourists. The guestrooms are all tastefully designed to ensure the comfort of its guests, equipped with amenities like LCD TV, safe, hairdryer and complimentary WiFi internet. read more »

The Ganoderma Plantation tour is a tour done by Gano Excel, bringing visitors on a tour around its planation located at Alor Setar, Kedah Malaysia. Visitors will get to see the world's biggest organic ganoderma plantation, where the valued Ganoderma Lucidum (Red Mushrooms) are grown. Thought of as an herb, Ganoderma is technically a fungus with highly beneficial effects. read more »

Nestled in the heart of the city, the Sentosa Regency Hotel at Alor Setar offers comfortable accommodation, with each of its 86 rooms well furnished and equipped with modern amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, TV, mini bar and air-conditioning. Those visiting Malaysia on business trips would also find its comprehensive meeting and convention facilities useful, featuring state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment. Guests of Sentosa Regency Hotel can also enjoy a range of food and beverage at its resident restaurant and coffee house. read more »