PLACES OF INTEREST
Nature and Adventure |
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Taman Alam (Nature Park)
This 800-acre park, located in Kuala Selangor is a haven for a wide
varieties of floras and fauna. You will be able to spot wild
animals in their surroundings, such as mammals like the smooth
otter, leopard cat, silvered leaf-monkey and macaques; some 99
soecies of local birds, 57 migratory birds of which 26 are waders.
There are also about 15 species of crabs, a variety of butterflies,
insects, reptiles, molluscs and fish, and not to forget mud
skippers, mud lobsters and king crabs.
Taman Alam provides facilities such as parking lots, visitors
centre, chalets and rest areas. The park has 6 nature trails. Do
not forget to bring along your binoculars and camera with zoom-lens
to view water birds from 2 bird hides overlooking the brackish lake
system. One can also experience crossing the rope bridge situated
at the far end of the Eagle's Trail. Other points of Interest are
the watch towers, the mouth of the Selangor River, the secondary
forest, mangroove forest, the board walk and mud flats. Operating
hours : Daily : 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
For further information, contact :
Kuala Selangor Nature Park,
Jalan Klinik,
45000 Kuala Selangor, Selangor
Tel : 03-889 2294
Fax : 03-889 4311
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Taman Pertanian Malaysia (Malaysia Agriculture
Park)
The Malaysia Agriculture Park is the only agro-forestry park in
this part of the world. It was initiated by the Agriculture
Ministry of Malaysia in 1986.
The park is designed in such a way that it gives visitors a
total experience of its natural attributes, scientic facilities and
agricultural presentations. All these are set within a luscious
tropical rain forest in a scenic 1,290-hectare site in Shah Alam.
Its planners have in mind an open-air 'university' for the dual
purpose of recreation and education. Here's place to learn all
about trees by their names! As one of Malaysia's most popular
parks, it has permanent displays, live demonstrations, cultural
exhibits, recreational facilities, Accommodation, picnic areas,
open-air amphitheatres, natural trails, public amenities and
numerous educational opportunities.
Operating hours : Tues thru Sun : 9.00 am - 5.00 pm ( Closed on
Mondays, except on public and school holidays)
For further information, contact :
Taman Pertanian Malaysia,
Bukit Cahaya Seri Alam,
40000 Shah Alam, Selangor
Tel : 03-550 6922 / 550 6923
Fax : 03-550 0922
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Templer's Park
Set in a backdrop of lush green forest and limestone hills, Templer
Park is just 20 km North of Kuala Lumpur off the North-South
Highway. Templer Park consists of 500 hectars of forest, rich in
Malaysian flora and fauna including a large variety of butterflies
and other insects, birds and monkeys. A swimming pool, filled by
the water of a natural stream, is one of the attractions, as are
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 The Mines Wonderland
The Mines Wonderland, a recreational park for both young and young
at heart, is an ideal spot for family outings, private parties and
social gatherings. Exciting rides, thrilling events and a panaromic
view of the natural landscape awaits you and your family to enjoy
an entertaining and fun-filled day. located in the sungai besi
area, only a 15km drive south of Kuala Lumpur, The Mines Wonderland
is easily accessible via the upm interchange.
Operating hours :
Daily : 4.00 pm - 11.00 pm
Sat, Sun, Public & School Holidays : 2.00 pm - 11.00 pm
The Mines Wonderland,
Batu 10 1/2, Jalan Sungai Besi,
43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Tel : 03-942 5010 / 948 7402
Fax : 03-942 5153 |
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 Wet World Water
Park
Looking for a splashing wet and thrilling time? shah alam's latest
attraction might just bethe place to visit with the family.
Offering a wide variety of exhilarating water gamesto thrill
toddlers, youngsters and the young at heart, it has gained immense
popularity. This water park is also available for corporate family
day and special functions.Operating hours : tues thru fri : 12.00
pm - 8.00 pm
Sat, Sun, Public holidays : 10.00 am - 8.00 pm & School
holidays
( Closed on Mondays, except for public and school
holidays)
Wet World Water Park,
Persiaran Dato' Menteri,
40000 Shah Alam,
Selangor.
Tel : 03-550 2588 / 550 7695
Fax : 03-550 7619
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