The Carpentery Guildhall is built to dedicated to Chinese eminent craftsman Lu Ban with an aim to preserve the waning art of homebuilding carpentry in the region. The Woodcraft Works of Master Lu Ban Exhibition Room made its public debut after an opening ceremony during the Feast of Lu Ban. The exhibition room sits inside the Carpentry Guildhall, an establishment erected in the … [Read more...] about THE CARPENTERY GUILDHALL @ MACAU
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ST LAWRENCE’S CHURCH @ MACAU
St. Lawrence is one of six UNESCO World Heritage churches in Macau where is one of the three oldest churches in Macau. Its present appearance and scale was acquired in 1846. St. Lawrence’s Church was painted in cream and white, This church has twin towers, one of which was once an ecclesiastic prison, and a fine Chinese tile roof.The interior is greatly decorated. The wooden … [Read more...] about ST LAWRENCE’S CHURCH @ MACAU
EUROPE ON SALE CONTINUES WITH AIR FRANCE
Air France continues to put Europe within reach of Malaysians with their new Europe Autumn Promotion, with alternative routes to Paris via Singapore or Amsterdam. From 22 September 2015 to 16 October 2015, travelers can enjoy bargain fares to over 30 European destinations including Paris, London, Prague and Vienna. Fares start at MYR2,788 on Economy, MYR4,888 on Premium … [Read more...] about EUROPE ON SALE CONTINUES WITH AIR FRANCE
THE ARASHIYAMA BAMBOO GROVE @ KYOTO
After our trip via the Romantic Train to venture the beautiful view; Arashiyama (嵐山) is a pleasant, touristy district in the western outskirts of Kyoto. Since the trip is a short one, we visited the beautiful view of th e Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is one of Kyoto’s top sights and for good reason. Aside, it’s one of the most photographed sights in … [Read more...] about THE ARASHIYAMA BAMBOO GROVE @ KYOTO
A-MA TEMPLE @ MACAU
A-Ma Temple ( 媽閣廟) is one of the oldest and most famous temple in Macau. Built in the temple is dedicated to Matsu, the goddess of seafarers and fishermen. The name Macau is thought to be derived from the name of the temple. It is said that when the Portuguese sailors landed at the coast just outside the temple and asked the name of the place, the natives replied "媽閣" … [Read more...] about A-MA TEMPLE @ MACAU
WORLD TOURISM DAY 2015: 1Billion Tourists, 1Billion Opportunities
Being one with the United Nation World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Malaysia will be celebrating the World Tourism Day which announced on 27 September each year to show the importance of tourism in global economy. This year’s celebration is themed ‘1Billion Tourists, 1Billion Opportunities’ aimed to foster awareness of the importance of tourism and its contribution to … [Read more...] about WORLD TOURISM DAY 2015: 1Billion Tourists, 1Billion Opportunities
ST JOSEPH’S SEMINARY AND CHURCH @ MACAU
St. Joseph's Seminary and Church is another famous church which is being constructed back in 1728 where the church itself produced many important figures in the field of missionary work in many areas of China and Southeast Asia. Here you will find a rare example of Baroque style architecture, blended with the traditional Portuguese colour scheme and neo-classical … [Read more...] about ST JOSEPH’S SEMINARY AND CHURCH @ MACAU
DOM PEDRO V THEATRE @ MACAU
The Dom Pedro V Theatre (Chinese: 伯多祿五世劇院; Portuguese: Teatro Dom Pedro V), situated at Largo de Santo Agostinho,St. Lawrence Parish, Macau,it is one of the first western-style theatres in China. Upon entering, the theather is indeed beautiful and it was built by the Portugese in 1860 to commemorate King Pedro V. The building is 41.5 metres long and 22 metres wide.It used … [Read more...] about DOM PEDRO V THEATRE @ MACAU
THE RED MARKET @ MACAU
The Red Market is an active wet market found in historic red-brick building located on the corner of Avenida Amirante Lacerda and Avenida Horta e Costa, just north of the Three Lamps District in Macau. The market comes simply beautiful and well maintained. As for me, it is always a favourite of mine, experiencing the local life and perhaps you can find something … [Read more...] about THE RED MARKET @ MACAU
KAPITAN KELING MOSQUE @ GEORGETOWN
One of the oldest mosque in Penang, The Kapitan Keling Mosque is a mosque built in the 19th century by Indian Muslim traders in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. It is situated on the corner of Lebuh Buckingham and Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling. Kapitan Keling Mosque is attractive in design, the present building having been constructed in the 1930's. It is a white coloured … [Read more...] about KAPITAN KELING MOSQUE @ GEORGETOWN