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Cover Story
Tempurung Cave dazzles with its
limestone formations that have
stood there, at a rough dating, for
the past 10,000 years.
Leaving
On A Jet Plane
The end of 2017 is fast approaching and many of us would stalagmites, this speleological wonder is
have started planning our holidays. What better way to see sure to impress. The tours are categorised
according to duration and difficulty, but
out the year than being on a nice beach with the family or do try the “Grand Tour” (3.5 hours) if you
exploring the beauty of Mother Nature. Jamie Ow shares his are feeling adventurous.
choices of places to visit for a great holiday. Thailand
Malaysia blessed by a celestial princess who lost Phuket: FantaSea Show
her child, the rumour is that its waters are A mix of culture, over-the-top perfor-
Langkawi: Durian Perangin infused with mystical powers that could mances, carnival-like activities, shopping
Waterfalls cure infertility. sprees, and delectable delights; you
A crystal clear 14-tier waterfall seques- Located on Dayang Bunting Island name it and Phuket FantaSea has it!
tered within the peak of Gunung Raya, (second largest island of the Langkawi Branding themselves as a cultural theme
Langkawi’s tallest mountain, promises to archipelago), you can enjoy a dip or try park, visitors have a whole lineup of
lure you away from the city. The pictur- your hand at kayaking along the scenic activities to see, do and explore, with a
esque Durian Perangin Waterfall only mangrove swamps. Casting more doubt highlight being the main event - a theatre
requires a short trek up a few flights of over skeptics is its surrounding hills, which performance which includes dancing,
stairs, passing a footbridge that leads you are shaped like a pregnant woman lying magical performances, storytelling and
into nature’s wonderland. on her back. much more.
Gazebos line the path and you’ll be Another call to fame is the
able to rest your feet and have a little Perak: Gua Tempurung Golden Kinnaree Buffet Restaurant, one
picnic, accompanied by chirruping birds. (Tempurung Cave) of the biggest buffets in Asia, offering
At the higher tier sections, you will get a The renown Tempurung Cave is part of a smorgasbord of Asian and Western
panoramic view of the coastlines and lush any spelunker’s repertoire. As one of the fares. Shutterbugs would be impressed
greenery. longest caves in Peninsular Malaysia, Tem- by the Palace of the Elephants, expertly
purung Cave dazzles with its limestone modelled after ancient Thai palaces.
Langkawi: Lake Of The Pregnant formations that have stood there, at a Ushering your senses into overdrive, a visit
Maiden rough dating, for the past 10,000 years. here would definitely be an unforgettable
This Lake is no ordinary one. Said to be Replete with a gallery of stalactites and one.
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