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ASAL USUL NAMA KEM WARDIEBURN   Tanda nama Kem Wardieburn di pintu masuk (Google Maps) Kem Wardieburn adalah salah satu kem tentera yang masih wujud di dalam kawasan bandaraya Kuala Lumpur pada ketika ini. Kem tersebut terletak di Jalan Genting Klang di Setapak dan menempatkan Divisyen Keempat Infantri Tentera Darat atau lebih dikenali sebagai Markas 4 Divisyen.  Tahukah anda dari mana asal usul nama kem ini mendapat nama Kem Wardieburn? Terdapat teori yang mengatakan kem ini mendapat nama dari serangan tentera Jepun ketika Perang Dunia Kedua dimana kesan serangan itu diabadikan dengan menamakan kawasan ini sebagai “ War ” (Perang), “ Die ” (Mati) dan “ Burn ” (Terbakar). Tidak ramai yang tahu Kem Wardieburn ini asalnya adalah sebuah kawasan perladangan kopi dan getah. Pada tahun 1890an, dua adik beradik Meikle dari Britain iaitu Christopher Meikle dan Robert Meikle telah membuka satu ladang getah dan menamakan ladang mereka sebagai Wardieburn Estate sempena nama kelahiran tem...

TERRAPURI - AN ARCHITECTURE OF A LOST KINGDOM (PART 2) Pintu Gerbang "Gunungan" or “Mountain” representing Mount Meru,the adobe of the gods situated at the centre of the iniverse in Hindu-Buddhist mythology. "Gunungan" also denotes status and power, which is why "gunungan" was found at the entrance of the palace It also has a sense of welcome and a grand arrival. It is interesting to know that the line or gentle curve at the lower bottom of this style, in Langkasuka design principle interplay of convex and concave lines meeting at the notch to sym bolize male and female elements, and denoting unity and harmony in life. Overall, the design and the curve of Langkasuka "Gunungan" are elegant and proportionate, the master craft and intricate of this design shows the harmony, splendor and sense of welcoming. Terengganu Classic House The villa / houses posts raise about 8 feet high of the ground to avoid ...

TERRAPURI HERITAGE VILLAGE, PANTAI PENARIK (PART 1) Terrapuri Village Resort is a prime example of a conservation and a restoration project of Terengganu Malay Classic houses. The resort is located near Pantai Penarek in Kampung Mangkuk, Setiu - the northern part of Terengganu. There are 29 antique houses aged 100 to 250 years used during restoration process. The layout of the resort is inspired by the 17th century Terengganu Palace and the word Terrapuri itself means "The Land of Palaces" and suits its 20+ exclusive restored villas, a gallery and a beach house. Terrapuri sits on the land flanked by the South China Sea on one side and mangrove river on the other (Setiu Wetland). By day coconut trees sway amidst sea breezes with stunning view of Pulau Perhentian, Lang Tengah, Pulau Cepu, Redang and Bidong islands, shimmer invitingly just offshore in emerald iridescence. By night, fireflies flash about while, in different seasons, ocean-going green tu...

A historical beacon filled with quaint landmarks, the 150-year old town of Kuala Kangsar is an intriguing mixture of heritage, culture and old world charm.  Just 30 minutes away from Ipoh, the state’s oldest district is also the royal town of Perak where Istana Iskandariah, the Sultan’s palace resides. History buffs can begin their heritage trail by taking a nostalgic walk up Bukit Chandan.  Breathe in the clean fresh air and enjoy the scenic views of Sungai Perak while exploring historical buildings such as the  Malay College and   Clifford School  (both over 100 years old), the breathtaking  Masjid Ubudiah ,  the royal palace Istana Iskandariah  and the picturesque  Galeri Sultan Azlan Shah .   Also not to be missed is the oldest rubber tree in Jalan Raja Chulan, which is also one of the two oldest rubber trees in Malaysia.  It originated from nine seedlings brought from Brazil by an English botanist in 1877 and is sti...

CHERATING - THE MAGICAL LAND OF SUN, SAND, SEA & SURF Cherating is a famous beach town not only famous to Malaysians, but to surfers and beach bums alike worldwide. About 47km north of Kuantan, the beach town is a hidden enclave along the famed stretch of Cherating Beach – immaculate and breath taking – lining the east coast of the Peninsular. So much so that the famous Club Mediterranee, commonly known as Club Med, set up its first Asia resort in Cherating. Cherating is also a rendezvous point for surfers all over the world. The old Cherating Village has been known as ‘Surfer’s Haven’ since the 70’s, and every year without fail, surfers will return to Cherating to meet up with friends, and to test out the surf the South China Sea waves. The old Cherating Village has a blend of modern and traditional. A stretch of road about 1km long runs parallel to the beach, dotted with charming and comfortable chalets, many of which face the beachfront. Cherating has the perfe...