Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Penang National Park

Penang National Park or formerly known as Pantai Acheh Forest Reserve is only 2562 hectare and it is in fact the smallest National Park in the world. The Park is surrounded by sea so there are beaches for families to spend some recreational time together. The most notable of all is, of course, Pantai Keracut.
Pantai Keracut is assessable via a hiking trail or boat. It is host to the unique Meromictic Lake, one body of water with sea and fresh water that never mix. It is also the home to an odd mix of both sea and fresh water creatures such as crabs and large prawns.
It might seem rather strange, but one of the main attractions of the beach is also a visitor - the green sea turtle. Pantai Kerachut is the green sea turtle's nesting spot and the only beach in Penang where they can be spotted. The Penang National Park has set up a turtle sanctuary to ensure that these amazing creatures continue their seasonal visits.
The beach is also a favoured picnic and camping area for families and tourists alike as there are many facilities such as changing rooms, bathrooms, campsite etc.
Others famous beaches are Muka Head, Teluk Ketapang, Pantai Mas, Teluk Duyung(Monkey's Beach) etc. All these beaches are assessable via boat or hiking trails. Of course all of them don't have any facilities like what we find in Pantai Kerachut. One can found a lighthouse that vigilantly watches over the sea since it was built in 1883. Visitors can take a walk up its staircase for a great 360-degree view of the surroundings.



Muka Head beach


















The boundary of National Park



















Pantai Mas Beach




















The view during rain




















What we found in Pantai Mas




















The fallen tree




















The river and sea meeting point













































Fisherman?





















Mangrove tree





















Mudskipper




















Jungle Trail to Pantai Mas




















Saturday, January 19, 2008

Fraser Hill

Fraser Hill is about 1521 metre from sea level. It is located slightly to the north of Genting Highland and is about 40km from Raub, Pahang. The resort is about an hour and a half away from Kuala Lumpur via Kuala Kubu Baru. The road to the hill resort wind for about 35km after the Gap. There are many bamboo trees along the way. If you are Lucky you can see animals come out from the jungle especially during night time.
The beauty of Fraser's Hill is based primarily on its cool mountain air, its abundance of luxuriant vegetation, -- all of which have made it a favoured destination for bird watchers. While there are many other attraction to be found here. They are all pleasantly complementary to Fraser's Hill tranquil charms. There are jungle trails, waterfalls and flower nurseries, a very pleasant 9 hole golf course and a riding stable. Other facilities include a children's playground and a roller skating rink.
The distance between the summit and bottom of the hill through the tar road is about 8km but it will take you 20 minutes because the road is narrow and winding. As there is another road to go down hill so the driver is more relax because there are no on coming vehicles.







The entrance of the waterfall






















The map of Fraser's Hill






















Goverment clinic



















Strolling after meal






















The watefall






















Places to go in Fraser's Hill
























The clock tower






















Flower found in Fraser's Hill













































Police station in Fraser's Hill




















Sunrise























Having delicious steamboat