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
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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
PREPARE TO REV UP FOR F1 AT SINGAPORE PINACOTHÈQUE DE PARIS
As part of celebrating Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix 2015, Singapore Pinacothèque de Paris is set to present Your Thrilling Pit Stop@The Museum for a weekend of thrills and art appreciation. Specially curated for Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix, visitors will be enthralled by a stunning exhibition of vintage cars at the spectacular Fort Canning Arts Centre. Brought to … [Read more...] about PREPARE TO REV UP FOR F1 AT SINGAPORE PINACOTHÈQUE DE PARIS
FORT CORNWALLIS, PENANG
Being a tourist this round; our stop is of course the Fort Cornwallis which is another heritage not to be missed. The Fort Cornwallis brings you with the story of Sir Francis Light from the British East India Company and his intention of building the Ford. Fort Cornwallis’ history dated back to the starting point when Sir Captain Francis Light from the British East India … [Read more...] about FORT CORNWALLIS, PENANG