Gateway to nature

Taman Negara, the magnificient wilderness, is indeed the natural treasures that never fail to enchant the nature and adventure lovers. Its unique 130 million-year-old rainforest is the home for wide range of flora and fauna, animals, birds and reptiles. Its majestic cave formations and rushing rapids provide unrivalled trills.

Entering the 434,350 ha of Taman Negara is a truly back-to-nature experience. One will be amazed at the diversity of flora and fauna found here. Look out for the giant buttressed tualang trees as they tower 200 feet above you. As you explore further, you begin to ascent up Gunung Tahan--the highest mountain in Peninsula Malaysia--which stands at 2,187 meters above sea level.



Observe wild animals from 'hide' and get a bird's eye view of the park on the world's longest canopy walkway.



At Sungai Relau (or Relau River), one will noted for its diverse biological resources. Enjoy kayaking, caving and a night safari

Melaka's appeal lies in its rich and colorful past. Its 600 years of history reflected in its ancient building, intriguing streets, delectable cruise and unique cultural heritage.

Melaka enjoyed a reputation as the foremost maritime trading center in the region in the 16th. century. Merchants as far as Middle-East, China, India and Europe came here to trade silk, spices, gold and porcelain.

Melaka's history began in 1403 with the arrival of Parameswara from the Kingdom of Sri Vijaya in Sumatra who became the first ruler and marked the beginning of the Melaka Sultanate.

In 1511, it was conquered by the Portuguese led by Alfonso d'Albuquerque and colonized the state for almost 130 years. The Dutch who came in 1641 ruled Melaka for 154 years. In 1824, the British came in and ruled this state until the country gained its independence in 1957.