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Travelogue
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Written by Shirley T
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Saturday, 04 February 2012 00:00 |
 First Elephant Parade in Asia Learning never stops, I had just found out the Elephant Parade that I witnessed in Singapore end of last year was the first one in Asia. The elephant parade that I am referring to is neither the elephant parade lyrics nor the elephant parade tab. I am seriously talking about a herd over 100 elephants that occupied residence in neighborhoods and landmarks over the Lion City! Initiated for noble cause, the Elephant Parade is an open air exhibition of painted elephant … |
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Written by Shirley T
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Tuesday, 10 January 2012 00:00 |
 If one wonders what made the list in the Ipoh tourist attractions, Perak Tong or limestone cave temple is certainly one of them. Sprinkled all over the former mining valley, there are more than a dozen of Chinese cave temples in Ipoh. Of all shapes and sizes, these caves are the home to the growing stalactites and stalagmites making them natural treasure and hence in the collection of places to visit in Malaysia. Residing at the foothill of Gunung Tasik, Perak Cave Temple or Perak Tong (Tong mea… |
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Written by Shirley T
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Friday, 18 November 2011 00:00 |
 Lies in the heart of Taipei metropolitan, Liberty Square is a popular city park bordered by Chung Shan South Road, Hsin Yin(Xinyi) Road, Ai Kua (Aiguo) Road and Hangzhou South Road. Occupying over 240,000 square metres in Zhongzheng District, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall sits at the east end within the Liberty Square. Serving as a famous landmark of Taipei, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is easily accessible by MRT or public transportation.Better known as 國立中正紀念堂 (traditional Chinese) to the loc… |
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Written by Shirley T
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Monday, 14 November 2011 00:00 |
 Once the busiest port in northern Taiwan, Danshui remains a place that presents a long history. In the heart of Danshui's township lies a fascinating structure, the oldest place of worship - Fuyou Temple (福佑寺).Built in 1796 by the townsmen and sea fishermen in the early days of the town, Fuyou Temple is dedicated to Matsu - The goddess of the sea. Sitting by the river mouth, Danshui town is close to the wild yet resourceful sea. It serves as the bread and butter for the local folks and therefore… |
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Written by Shirley T
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Sunday, 06 November 2011 00:00 |
 Keelung (基隆) means 'prosperous base'. Sometimes spelled as 'Jilong', Keelung is a port city on the north of Taiwan. Nicknamed the 'Rainy Port' due to its high rain frequency, Keelung plays a prominent maritime role as the second largest seaport in Taiwan after Kaohsiung (south of the island). Keelung today is a booming city, it is the home to many high rise and modern buildings as well as several historical sites. The past of Keelung was not a glimpse of smooth journey but took several twists an… |
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