Malaysia The word Malaysia derives from the Sanskrit term Malaiur or Malayadvipa which can be translated as “Land of mountains”, the word used by ancient Indian traders when referring to the Malay. The Section is sponsored by: Dakkak Holidays-Destinations Dakkak Travel –DTA Tel : +962.6.55.33.975 Corporate Travel Agency Fax : +962.6.55.24.677 Tel : + 962 6 581-7711 e-mail : [email protected] Address: Um Uthaina-Abu Zaid Centre Fax : + 962 6 582-4490 P.O.Box. 911555 Amman 11191 Jordan e-mail : [email protected] Malaysia “Land of Mountains” Geography & Facts: Malaysia is the 43rd most populated country and the 66th largest country by total land area in the world, with a population of about 28 million and a land area of around 329,847 square kilometers .By land Malaysia borders Thailand in the west, and Indonesia and Brunei in the east. It is linked to Singapore by a narrow causeway. The land borders are now well established and defined in large part by geological features such as the Perlis River, Golok River and the Pagalayan Canal, whilst some of the maritime boundaries are the subject of ongoing contention. Tanjung Piai, located in the southern state of Johor, is the southernmost tip of continental AsiaThe Strait of Malacca, lying between Sumatra and Peninsular Malaysia, is arguably the most important shipping lane in the world. The two distinct parts of Malaysia, separated from each other by the South China Sea, share a largely similar landscape in that both West (Peninsula) and East Malaysia feature coastal plains rising to hills and mountains. Peninsula Malaysia extends 740 kilometers (460 mi) from north to south, and its maximum width is 322 kilometers .It is divided between its east and west coasts by the Titiwangsa Mountains. These mountains are heavily forested, and mainly composed of granite. The range is the origin of some of Peninsula Malaysia’s river systems. East Malaysia, on the island of Borneo, has a coastline of 2,607 kilometers. The state of Sabah is divided by the Crocker Range, which is the location of Mount Kinabalu. Mount Kinabalu at 4,095.2 meters (13,436 ft) is the tallest mountain in Malaysia and is protected as Kinabalu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Malaysia contains numerous islands, the largest of which is Labuan. Its waters extend into the Coral Triangle. The local climate is equatorial and characterized by the annual southwest (April to October) and northeast (October to February) monsoons. The humidity is usually high, and the average rainfall is 250 centimeters. Malaysia is a mega diverse country, with a high number of species and high levels of endemism. Two thirds of Malaysia in forested, with a large amount of lowland forest present below an altitude of 760 meters (2,493 ft). East Malaysia, like most of Borneo, was traditionally covered with Borneo lowland rain forests although much has been cleared causing wildlife to retreat into the upland rain forests inland. Malaysia’s rainforest’s are made of a variety of types; although they are mainly dipterocarp forests. These forests contain the Rafflesia the largest flower in the world. Although the forests are in decline, some state governments have taken measures to halt this. Besides rain forests, over 1,425 square kilometers of mangroves in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur is the official capital and largest city of Malaysia. Putrajaya is the federal administrative capital. Although many executive and judicial branches of the federal government have moved there (to ease growing congestion within Kuala Lumpur), Kuala Lumpur is still recognized as the legislative capital of Malaysia since it houses the seat of the Parliament of Malaysia. It is also the main commercial and financial centre of the country. Currency system: The only legal tender in Malaysia is the Malaysian Ringgit. Airports and Transportations: Malaysia has 118 airports, of which 38 are paved. The official airline of Malaysia is Malaysia Airlines, providing international and domestic air service alongside two other carriers. The railway system is state-run, and covers a total of 1,849 kilometers. Relatively inexpensive elevated Light Rail Transit systems are used in some cities, such as Kuala Lumpur. Dakkak Holidays is aware of the huge demand on Malaysia as a hotspot destination, being visited for honeymoons, summer and winter vacations for the exquisite land and nature this country can offer, as its best described as a heaven on earth, thus there are many suggested programs for those are interested to make tracks to Malaysia. One of those suggested “flexible programs are as described below: Malaysia 07 Nights / 08 Days DAY 01 Arrival, Meet, Greet and proceed to Langkawi. Check-in at Sheraton Langkawi / Berjaya Langkawi DAY 02 After Breakfast, Half day tour in Langkwi where will have a chance to see the main places of interest. The beautiful natural scenery of Langkawi will be part of the scene besides legendary places like the Mahsuri Tomb, Eagle Square , Bird Park , Crocodile Park , Galeria [erdana ., Air Hangat Village . DAY 03 After Breakfast, Free at leisure. DAY 04 After Breakfast , Check out , Transfer to the Aiprot , Departure to Kuala Lumpur , Meet and assist at Kual Lumpur Airport , Tranfser to the Hotel Jw Marriott / Royal Bintang. DAY 05 After Breakfast, for first-timers to the city, this tour introduces you to the beauty of old and modern Kuala Lumpur. The first stop will be an opportunity of photographing the famous Petronas Twin Towers; the world’s tallest, as it stands majestically in the city center. Next is a visit to Handicraft Centre, which offers a host of colorful and beautiful handicrafts from states of Malaysia. After that you will stop at the breathtaking Royal King Palace, which provides excellent photographic opportunities. This is followed by a visit to the Historical Museum for an insight into Malaysian history and heritage. Our next stop is the National Monument, erected in 1966 in memory of fallen soldiers who fought in the guerilla’s war against communism in defense of the country. Drive pass the National Mosque and the Railway Administrative building before coming to the Independence Square where the country first national flag was hoisted to mark the achievement of independent from the British in 1957. Here at this spot, you will be also able to photograph the scenic Sultan Abdul Samad building with its intricate Moorish architecture. DAY 06 After Breakfast, Full Day tour to Genting Highland, KL is surrounded by hills and the most famous of these is the Genting Highlands. A 90 minutes drive passing through the rolling hills and greenery, amidst the freshness of cool, crisp mountain air about 6,000 feet above sea level, lies Malaysia’s only casino resort. Stop at cable car station and take a skyway cable car ride, with a sky above you and a tropical rainforest below, ride up to the hilltop on the longest and fastest cable car in Southeast Asia. Fringed by on of the oldest tropical jungles in the world, you can try your luck at Blackjack, Keno, Roulette or a host of other casino games. If this is not your cup of tea, then, take time off to enjoy the numerous recreational facilities at the indoor and outdoor Theme Park. There is Corkscrew, Euro Express Roller Coaster, Turbo Drop, Super Tobonggan & Sky Venture 0 the on and only sky diving simulator in Asia.For the casino entrance, dress attire must be t-shirt with collar. No torn jeans, shorts, or slippers & cameras allowed inside the casino. DAY 07 After Breakfast, Free for leisure and Shopping. DAY 08 After breakfast proceed to Airport for departure. For more inquiries please contact Dakkak Holidays Jordan Section Lawrence of Arabia “All men dream, but not equally. Those who dream by night in Day 04 (Amman - Desert Castles - Azraq Oasis - Petra) the dusty recesses of their minds, wake up in the day to find Set out northward toward the Syrian border. The midst of the that it was vanity; but the dreamers of the day are dangerous dramatic sun baked men, for they may act their dream with open eyes, to make it landscape of northern possible.” – T.E. LAWRENCE Jordan lays the black- basalt city of Umm Thomas Edward (T.E.) Lawrence was born on August 16, 1888 Al-Jimal. It was from at Tremadoc in North Wales. He was the second of five sons of these ancient ruins Sir Thomas Chapman and Sarah Junner. 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