Kuala Lumpur or more popularly referred to as KL is such a vivacious city that comes alive because of the number of tourist destinations and admirable structures that you will find in the city.  This is home to hundreds of expats and is visited by thousands of tourists each year. If you are more of an animal lover and would choose a trip to the zoo over a trip to the shopping mall then it is a good idea for you to head to the Lake Gardens (Taman Tasik Perdana) at Jalan Perdana.  Escape the bustling city and make your way to the serene Lake Gardens that occupy about 60 hectares of land and was established in 1888.  You can ride a boat and enjoy the gardens while rowing on the water, have a picnic, or visit other interesting parts of the gardens like the Bird Park, Butterfly Park, Deer Park etc.

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Anyone who has been to Kuala Lumpur (KL) would surely have heard of Bukit Bintang, or more popularly referred to as the Bintang Walk. It is located in what is called the Golden Triangle of Kuala Lumpur. You can get to Bukit Bintang by taking a taxi, by bus or by taking the train.

It is the ultimate place to be and be seen when it comes to the KL night life. It is the center of KL’s night entertainment and recreation. If you stroll along Bintang Walk, you will be greeted by glitzy lights and a multitude of international restaurants and pubs that line the entire street.

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Thrill-seeking travelers would find no shortage of haunted places to visit around Asia. After all, a whole sub-genre of movies called Asian Horror wouldn’t be so popular if cultures across the continent didn’t have their own ghostly legends.

Here are nine places in Asia that are said to be haunted.

Old Changi Hospital – once a military hospital in Singapore before being closed down some years ago, this hospital is the most haunted spot in Asia’s most ghost-ridden city. The morgue is a particular hot spot for ghost sightings of the headless and feetless kind. Recently, plans have been drawn out to convert the area into a spa resort. Will it still maintain its most haunted status by then?

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So many tourists go to Kota Kinabalu in Sabah Malaysia to test their limits by conquering Mt. Kinabalu, the tallest mountain in Malaysia.

Climbing Mt. Kinabalu can actually be completed within two days but it is not recommended most especially for novice climbers. A slower paced 3-day climb is more comfortable and suggested to acclimatise to the altitude and to give you to enjoy the climb and appreciate the rich flora and fauna including rare plants, colourful birds, interesting insects, etc.

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Nothing starts a city-wide tour than by viewing the whole city from high above. Whether its from a tower, a skybridge, or even an observation wheel, a bird’s eye view of the streets, the buildings, the people, and the lights is something to be part of the memories of your trip.

Here are nine skyscraping perches which overlooks magnificent Asian cities.

Shanghai World Financial Centre

This 101-story mixed-use tower accomplishes so  many things, like being China’s tallest building, the world’s third tallest building, and the world’s tallest hotel. The observation deck on it is the world’s highest, being located on the 97th to 100th floor, some 450 meters above the ground. Visitors will have to pay 150 Yuan for the chance to see Shanghai from so far up. Sad to say, the designers were forced to abandon plans to include a Ferris wheel on top, which would have made the view from above Shanghai even Shang-higher.

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No portfolio of a nature photographer is complete with capturing the majestic beauty of waterfalls. The rush of water pouring into an emerald pool surrounded by greenery is the stuff that inspires zen gardens and nature walks. What’s best about these waterfalls in Asia is the occurrence of the monsoon season, when torrential rains turn the surge of water into a glorious spectacle of  nature’s fury.

Here are nine Asian Waterfalls to admire during your travels.

Shiraito Falls - the most famous waterfall in Japan, located in the lower slopes of Mount Fuji. Shiraito has been proclaimed as one of the most scenic waterfalls in the country. The best time to visit is during autumn, when the leaves in the enclosing forest are starting to change color.

Pagsanjan Falls - one of the big thrills of this falls in the Philippines is the journey by traditional bancas. A boatman will paddle, push, and shove his boatload of passengers past rocks, curves, and the current to reach the destination, then repeat the performance on the way back. The base of the falls is a large pool where people can swim, bathe, and enjoy themselves. There is also a cave behind the falls for exploring.

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If you fancy yourself a diving enthusiast, buy an underwater camera. Sure, taking photographs of awesome marine life will distract you from enjoying the moment, but you can  always enjoy those moments while flipping the album at the comfort and safety of your own home, without having to fiddle with your dive mask or scan warily for aggressive aquatic creatures. Or maybe, the next time you revisit any of these terrific dive spots, you can finally focus on enjoying yourself amidst the wonders of the deep ocean.

Koh Tao (Turtle Island) – a resort island off the eastern shore of the Gulf of Thailand, encircled with beautiful coral reefs and crystal-clear waters. The shallow depths make it ideal for beginners. The highlight of Koh Tao is the whale shark, which visits these waters at different times of the year. Visitors can take a domestic flight from Bangkok to Koh Samui, then board a high-speed catamaran to Koh Tao, or take a bus to Chumphon, then ride a ferry to the island.

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A short airplane ride from the Philippines brought me to Kota Kinabalu, the state capital of Sabah. It is another exhilarating destination in Malaysia on the tropical island of Borneo. I arrived on a Saturday night and was so happy to meet my hotel’s representative who picked me up from the airport. I was surprised to find out that my hotel in Kota Kinabalu was only a short ride from the airport.

Upon check–in, I immediately asked the hotel’s concierge on what Kota Kinabalu attractions would be suitable to be explored by a first time visitor like me. I found out that my timing was just perfect as the following morning would be a great chance for me to experience the famous Jalan Gaya Street Fair. It is during this time when about a half kilometre length of Gaya Street is closed to traffic to make way for a different kind of Sunday “party.” Hearing that surely got me so curious that I found it hard to sleep because of the excitement of what the morning will bring.

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Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah in Malaysia, has a lot of surprises in store for all its visitors. A trip to Kota Kinabalu will not be complete without taking time to visit one of its tourist destinations, the Poring Hot Springs.

You will find the Poring Hot Springs at the southern end of the Kinabalu Park. “Poring” is a Kadazandusun word for the bamboo species that is abundant within the area. This exotic place is located about 40 kilometers (25 miles) away of the Park’s Head Quarters which is around 2 hours driving distance from most Kota Kinabalu hotels. 

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The Tunku Abdul Rahman Park of Kota Kinabalu is a marine park that is made up of a cluster of five idyllic islands namely: Palau Manukan, Palau Mamutik, Palau Sapi, Palau Gaya and Palau Sulug.

There are also tours that are being offered by various travel agencies. The Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is labelled as the Island Hopping Tour and rates range from RM 100 (US$ 31) to RM 150 (US$ 46 ). The most expensive tour would include the following: Entrance Fee, Port Fee, Boat Fee, Land Return Transfer and even a buffet BBQ lunch at the island of your choice.

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