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Monkey business
Visit the Taiping Zoo to get up close and personal with all the different primates. -The Star
One country, many experiences
Malaysia has lots of surprises in store even for repeat visitors. -SUT
Islamic civilisation in miniature
At the Taman Tamadun Islam in Kuala Terengganu, you will find replicas of symbols of the Islamic world from the Middle East and Europe to India, South East Asia and China. -NST
Wake up to lake views
See the lush rainforest and 14 waterfalls in the scenic Lake Kenyir region. -ST
Lounging in a forest at KLIA
With its rimba setting, Lounge is a "sanctuary" of relaxation and good food for first/business class passengers. -NST
Get yourself pampered right here
The Avillion Legacy Melaka is being positioned as a boutique hotel where service is everything. -The Star
Largest museum in the country
Getting around the Terengganu State Museum needs a little planning as it is, after all, the largest indoor and outdoor museum in South East Asia. -NST
Forest's new discovery of rare hornbill
A villager found the young bird that was probably displaced because of logging activities in the area. -The Star
No treat's this sweet
There's a bank in Jenjarom that attracts the sweet-toothed. The writer can't resist but to drop-in. -NST
Semiling River Cruise
Legend has it that the King with Fangs is in hiding in Pulau Tiga. Dig out a little history behind the story and discovers what the island has to offer. -NST
Smells like a good getaway
A one-day jaunt to Johor for shopping, a seafood dinner and an endless serving of durians - who can resist this? -ST
Bala's better than ever
Known for its tea and hot scones, Bala's Chalet in Cameron Highlands has undergone a renovation change. Today, it?s called The Bala's Holiday Chalet. -NST
Many facets of Gombak
Driving through Gombak, you'll discover that the district has many treasures waiting to be uncovered... if you?re not in a hurry. -NST
Bridge over the Tuaran
The original was washed away in a flood but John Tiong still feels a sense of awe as he walks over Jambatan Tamparuli that bridges the Tuaran River. -NST
Walk on the wild side
Marvel at the diverse wildlife of Bako National Park in Sarawak. -SPU
Beach and food hot spots
Sunny Terengganu, just a short hour's flight from Kuala Lumpur, boasts the longest sandy coastline in Malaysia. -TNP
They do it with snakes!
Fascinated by snakes and other creepy crawlies? Attend a performance on a snake farm that's guaranteed to make your hair stand on ends. -NST
Birds of bad omen
Call them superstitious if you like but the natives of Borneo believe that calls of certain birds and animals is a warning that something bad is about to happen. -NST
 
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