Kenyir Lake (Malaysia travel tourism)

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Tasik Kenyir is the largest artificial lake in Southeast Asia, extends over 260 000 hectares. It is also Malaysia's largest rock-filled hydroelectric dam. When the area was flooded, was the most hills above the water, creating about 340 artificial islands.

The rainforest that cradles the field gives the lake with an incredible mix of flora and fauna including rare ferns, exotic orchids, hornbills, elephants, and the Panthers. It is believed that the area is home to more than 8000 species of flowers, 2500 species of plants and trees, 800 species of orchids and 300 species of fungi.

Tasik Kenyir is located about 55 km inland and Kuala Terengganu is the largest artificial lake in the world. Spans 260 000 hectares, it is a popular destination for nature lovers as it is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest. Upon the completion of hydroelectric dam above water to create 340 islands, more than 14 beautiful waterfalls and a few rapids and rivers. Pengkalan Gawi jetty has boat services for island trips and resort transfers.

Tasik Kenyir is also a gateway to Taman Negara by Tanjung Mentong. There is also an Angler's paradise because the lake is home to hundreds of species of freshwater fish Baung, Toman, Kelisa, Lampam and Kelah. Accommodation ranges from a 3 star resort, chalets on the islands, floating resort or houseboats where rooms and meals there. The houseboat travels to waterfalls and fishing sites show an exciting adventure for nature lovers.

How to get Kenyir Lake
Kenyir Lake is approximately 55 km from Kuala Terengganu. Gawi Jetty is the main gateway to the lake beside Pengkalan Utama. It is completed with Tourist Information Centre and Wildlife Department and a parking place for most of the houseboats.

By Car
There are several alternatives to access to Kenyir Lake. If you travel in car from Kuala Lumpur, head to Ajil through Karak Highway to Jerengau-Jabor Highway then onwards to Kenyir. Another alternative will be taking the coastal road through Kemaman, Dungun, Kuala Terengganu and then Kenyir Lake.

By Bus
There is one direct bus Kenyir Express departs daily from Kuala Lumpur to Gawi Jetty. Bus leaves Hentian Putra at 8.00pm and fare costs RM 25.00.

By Taxi
Taxi services are available from the airport in Kuala Terengganu direct to Gawi Jetty. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes.

By Air
Choose and Takes whatever that suit your pocket by going with the Malaysian Airline or the Air Asia. Both operates regulars flights to Sultan Mahmud Airports in Kuala Terengganu from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)

Then from Sultan Mahmud Airport go take a Taxi straight to Tasik Kenyir which is only RM 60.00 while to Kuala Berang will cost you about RM30.00

By Boat
It is close to not possible to enjoy the tranquil scenery and atmosphere of the lake without a boat. There are a number of boat operators parking their fibre glass boats as well as double decks houseboat at Gawi Jetty. Prior booking is advisable. Some travel agencies offer package tours inclusive of activities arrangement. Call and check for more detail.

For details:
Tourist Information Centre,
Pengkalan Gawi
Tel : 09-626 7788 or 666 8498 or
Ketengah
Tel : 09-822 3100 ext 103.

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Malaysia's History (Malaysia Travel Tourism)

Early history

The early history of Malaysia began with the existence of early humans 40,000 years old found in Mulu Caves Complex and complex Niah Caves, Sarawak. It is essentially the history of this country has gone through four main periods of human history Prehistoric, Proto History, Middle Ages and the Colonial era.
Malay Peninsula becomes the center of Southeast Asian trade as China and India started their trade through the Straits of Malacca. The discovery of several archaeological sites Age Proto History has shown that the coastal settlements there as early as the 2nd century AD again. It leads to the emergence of early government before the 10th century was the placement of small coastal and port. These include Langkasuka and Lembah Bujang in Kedah, BATURITI and Gangga Negara in Perak and Pan Pan in Kelantan. In the early 15th century, the Sultanate of Malacca to exist and its economic prosperity has attracted invaders from the Portuguese in 1511 followed by the Netherlands and Britain to establish a settlement or a colony of the Straits of Malacca.
While in Borneo, the existence of the ancient kingdom of Marudu before the 13th century AD and earlier Santubung prove a political entity existed before the existence of the Sultanate of Brunei and the sultanate of Sulu.

Colonization

Placement of the earliest British in Malaysia began with the occupation Balambangan Island in 1769 as a result of an agreement with the Sultanate of Brunei and the sultanate of Sulu. Meanwhile the Royal British Straits Settlement colony established in 1826, and Britain slowly spreading influence and control over the entire Peninsula. Straits Settlement, including Penang, Singapore and Malacca. In 1867, English became more aggressive and started to get the other Malay states. Because of civil war, the Chinese secret societies harassment, Britain has chosen to solve the problem of the state of the Straits. Finally, the Pangkor Treaty was signed which resulted in the extension of British power to the Malay states (ie, Perak, Pahang, Selangor and Negeri Sembilan which is also associated states). Other states, known as the State is Not Associated Perlis, Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu which are under the authority of Thailand. 
In Borneo, the North Borneo, formerly under the rule of the Sultanate of Brunei and the sultanate of Sulu, now Sabah) are already under lease the British North Borneo Chartered Company in 1881 until 1946 when it was installed as the Royal British colony. Meanwhile Sarawak Brooke's family before then. 
As a result of Japanese occupation during World War II and the rise of communism, the awareness for the prominent independent and strong. This was feared by the British in particular in keeping the interest and the immigrant community. Thus the British created the Malayan Union, the Malays rise against and want a system that pro-Malay, Singapore and wanted to reject the entry of a single national systems (rather than allowing the immigrants get citizenship status of Malaya and their country of origin). Obtained independence for the peninsula in 1957 under the name of the Federation of Malaya, excluding Singapore.

The establishment of Malaysia

Federal newly created under the name of Malaysia on 16 September 1963 through the consolidation of the Federation of Malaya, Singapore, North Borneo (later renamed Sabah) and Sarawak. Sultanate of Brunei which was originally stated intention to join Malaysia to withdraw due to the resistance of people of Brunei. In the early establishment of Pakistan, many things happen such as Indonesia attempts invade Pakistan, and the claim by the Philippines to Sabah. In addition, in 1965, Singapore withdrew from Malaysia and the race riots in 1969.

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