No show of Orang Utan (Wild Man of Borneo)

Semenggoh Rehabitation Centre was once full of orang utan being feed by the qualified trainers. Every their feeding time, the visitors would be able to see a number of orang utan that come and eat, near to the feeding centre. The orang utan even build their nesting near to the feeding area. The visitors would be able to watch how clever this creature is. Thousand of picture and video are captured as their souvenirs.

But, now there are no many orang utan around there anymore including during the feeding time. Is it good or bad sign? I would say it is a good sign. Thank to the successful of rehabilitation programme. These orphaned or rescued primates no longer depended on humans to provide shelter and sustenance. They have begun to be self-sufficient and are able to look after themselves and their progeny independently. Therefore, it is indeed vital that we fully understand the concept of conservation and rehabilitation.

I hope that "Orang Utan" will have a promising future!

When To Go

The Semenggoh Nature Reserve opens from 8.30am until 3.45pm. While feeding hours are from 8.30am to 9am and 3pm to 3.30pm, the orang utans do not necessarily make an appearance. The feeding area is a 20-minute walk from the main entrance. Adults pay an entrance fee of RM3 while children pay half the amount.

How To Get There

Visitors opting for public transportation can take STC Bus No. 6 from Kuching. It costs RM2 one way and stops right outside the main entrance.

If you need further information on this topic, please leave in the comment. I will revert back in the same comment column.

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Malaysia Authority to put back Mulu on the world map

Mulu Cave

Landscape in Mulu

FAX currently handle this route

Good news guys! Malaysia Authority has just approved MAS' new low-fare carrier, Firefly, taking over rural air services in Sabah and Sarawak from Fly Asian Xpress (FAX). All the problems of flight delay, flight cancellation and flight connection, will be soon resolved.

The Mulu National Park, regarded a priceless jewel, used to be a favoured tourist destination among tourists, but has been experiencing a decline in the number of visitors after FAX, a subsidiary of AirAsia Bhd, took over the majority of domestic routes in Sabah and Sarawak and the whole rural air services in the two states from MAS following the latter's restructuring last year.

"Thumb up to the authority for making prompt action in saving Mulu. We should not let business decision caused our heritage and nature attractions disappear from the world tourism. I hope Firefly will serve this route better."

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Nyonya Kebaya in Melbourne, Australia

An exhibition on Nyonya Kebaya was opened to public at the Immigration Museum Melbourne, Australia on last Thursday, 3rd of May 2007. Nyonya Kebaya is normally worn by Peranakan in Malacca. The exhibition of Nyonya kebaya is richer in culture and knowledge about Malaysia. It is part of the Malaysian government efforts to promote the world to visit Malaysia.

The exhibition is the dream of Datin Paduka Seri Endon Mahmood, the late wife of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, to see the Malaysian traditional attire displayed in more places overseas. Endon died in October 2005 of breast cancer.

A nyonya kebaya is a work of art, a labour of love, a heritage, a traditional costume that is timeless. An attire for all occasions, it is elegant, feminine, alluring, sensual, glamorous and fashionable for all ages.

For my readers who are from Melbourne, don't miss this opportunity to see Malaysia close to your home. Please go and see the exhibition. The exhibition will run until 15 September 2007.

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Roti Canai - Malaysian breakfast

Roti Canai is a form of puffed bread served hot with curry or dhal. Tastes best when taken for breakfast or tea time. Most of Malaysian eat with the hand which accompanied by curry or dhal and washed down with strong, hot, sweet black coffee.

Roti canai or roti chennai is a dish unique to Malaysia, which has its origins lost in the Indian community of those countries. Roti means bread in Hindi (and Malay) The term 'canai' comes from 'channa', a mixture of boiled chickpeas in a spicy gravy from Northern India which it was traditionally served with.

There are many type roti canai served in Malaysia now. Roti telur, roti planta, roti sardine, roti tisu, roti bawang, roti tampal, roti banana, and many more.. even I can not remember all of them.

It is a must for you to try roti canai if you are in Malaysia. Take it with dhal or even plain if you can't stand the hot. You can see roti tisu in the video Simple Life of Malaysian. It is truly Malaysian style.

Check this recipe of how to make a roti canai here or you can find roti canai in United State at this link

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