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Mooncake Festival in Kuala Lumpur

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 12:49:00 +0000

The Mooncake Festival, otherwise known as the Mid Autumn Festival in a grander name, is celebrated on the eighth lunar month in the Chinese Lunar Calendar.

The celebration comes on the heels of the Hungry Ghost Festival, which is the Seventh Month of the Chinese Lunar Calendar. While the latter is one month the Chinese considered inauspicious, the Eight Month is considered very auspicious, particularly on the Fifteenth Day.

Garfield immortalised in a lantern!

On that day, it is believed that the moon is at its loveliest and largest, and it is also the day the Chinese give thanks to the Goddess of the Moon for a bountiful harvest.

During this time, the Chinese plan all sorts of auspicious events, especially weddings, and particularly on the Fifteenth Day.

The Mooncake Festival, also known among the Cantonese as the Chung Chow Cheet (Mid Autumn Festival), is actually celebrated from the first day of the eighth month to the fifteenth day. During the final day of celebration, the Chinese will hold feasts outdoors and enjoy mooncakes. Children will also be allowed to sleep late that night to enjoy the full moon and in villages, even today, they go around the neighbourhood parading paper lanterns.

Superman lantern.

The pictures you see here are lanterns of various types, ranging from the candle-lit glass paper lanterns to battery powered types. These range from RM3 (USD1) to RM10 (USD3).

Plastic mouse shaped lantern with music. These are battery powered.

Although traditional lanterns, ie the paper made ones, are not easy to find in cities, rural sundry shops stock them and they are quite a sight to watch during the day. There are lots of designs although traditional ones sport mythical creatures such as the unicorn or dragon. Today, you find comic characters and cartoon superheroes instead.

Accordion lantern carrying a cartoon superhero.

Mooncakes are rice flour cakes with sweet fillings such as red bean paste or lotus paste for the cheaper ones. More expensive ones contain mixed nuts and salted egg yolks and even meat stuffed within.

This one is expensive, just look at the metal box in which the four mooncakes are kept in.

The cheaper ones, only a fraction of the price of the metal box packaged one above.

Mooncakes range from RM5 a pack of four for cheap ones to RM50 per box of four of expensive ones. Of course, it is easy to discern the more expensive by looking at the packaging - more expensive ones have grander, usually metal, packaging boxes.

Plain rice flour mooncake. This one does not contain any filling. It is not eaten either. It is usually used as a prayer item among offerings to the Goddess of the Moon.

September Happenings

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:34:00 +0000

TILL SEPT 7, MERDEKA PHOTO EXHIBITION
Featuring pictures from the past and present that highlights the country’s 51 years of independence.
Venue: Ground Floor, 1 Utama Shopping Centre, Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya
Details: Call 03-7710 8118
Time: Sun - Thu : 10am - 10pm / Fri and Sat : 10am - 10.30pm

SEPT 8-30, ICONS

A solo exhibition and re-launch of the iconic contemporary Malaysian artist Zulkifli Yusoff. It has been eight years since Zulkifli Yusoff held a solo exhibition of his works in Malaysia and this exhibition promises to deliver some of his most provocative artworks to date. Using a combination of media in a layered format, including a blend of silk-screen, painting, photographic transfers, drawings, embossing and fibreglass, Zulkifli’s new works draw direct reference to historical and current events that have made a mark on Malaysian society. He was particularly inspired by the book written by Frank Swettenham in the 19th century entitled ‘Malay Sketches’, and has expanded on a number of the themes in the book in his new paintings.
Venue: Wei Ling Gallery, No. 8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields
Time: Mon-Fri 12pm-7pm; Sat:10am-5pm (Sun : By Appointment)
Details: Call 03-2260 1106/7

SEPT 12 - OCT 5, HARI RAYA PROMOTION
Sale and promotion of stuff related to the festive occasion
Venue: Ground Floor, 1 Utama Shopping Centre, Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya
Details: Call 03-7710 8118
Time: Sun - Thu : 10am - 10pm / Fri and Sat : 10am - 10.30pm

TILL SEPT 14, MOONCAKE FESTIVAL
Promotion of mooncakes and things related to the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Time: 10am to 10pm
Venue: Berjaya Times Square, 1 Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur
Details: Call 03-2144 9821

TILL SEPT 15, INDONESIAN MODERN ARTS
Indonesian artist Wayan Gede Susana features his work.
Venue: Art House Gallery, Desa Sri Hartamas, 20-1, Jalan 24/70A, Kuala Lumpur
Time: 10:30am - 7:00pm (Mon - Sat)/ 1:00pm - 6:00pm (Sunday and Public Holidays)
Details: Call 03-2300 1343

SEPT 18-28, BROADWAY PARODIES LAGI LAH!
Comedy by local group.
Time: 8.30pm (Tuesdays - Saturdays) / 3pm (Sundays) / NO SHOWS ON MONDAY
Venue: Pentas 1, KLPac, Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan, off Jalan Ipoh
Admission: Tickets at RM60 / RM40 / RM20 (students)
Details: 03-4047 9000/2094 9400

SEPT 19-21, AIDIL FITRI CARNIVAL
Sales promotion related to the Hari Raya Puasa or Aidil Fitri celebrations.
Venue: Putra Concourse, Putra World Trade Centre, Jalan Putra
Time: 10am to 10pm
Details: Call 019 358 0890/014-638 0090 (Melissa)

SEPT 21-28, BACK TO NATURE

Exhibition by artists from Tieling China and Malaysian Artists. This exhibition will display more than a hundred pieces of exquisite artworks by 14 artists from China and 11 artists from Malaysia.
Venue: Ground Floor Exhibition Hall, Wisma Kebudayaan SGM, Bukit Bintang
Time: 11.00am to 6.00pm
Admission : Free
Details: 03-9075 6876 (Ms. Chan Yin Kwan)

TILL SEPT 27, DREAMS, HOPE AND PERFECTION
This is the third solo by Bangkok artist Natee Utarit in Kuala Lumpur. The artist here conjures the birth of Thai democracy and so modern Thai political history as a means of commenting on actual and pressing political issues.
Time: 12 - 8pm Monday to Friday, and 12 - 6 pm Saturday. Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.
Details: Call 03-2284 2348

TILL SEPT 28, SWEET FLAVOUR BY MOHD FAUZI SEDON
After completing his PhD in Hobart, art lecturer and printmaker Mohd Fauzi Sedon, returns for his second solo exhibition.
Venue: NN GALLERY, 53A - 56 Jalan Sulaiman 1, Taman Ampang Hilir,
Time: Mon-Sat (9am-6am); Sun & Public Holiday (Closed)
Details: Call 03-42706588

TILL OCT 25, BEYOND ORIENTALISM: HOW THE WEST WAS WON OVER BY ISLAMIC ART
The exhibition looks further than Orientalist art. Instead of being about how European and American artists depicted the Islamic world, it shows how the Islamic world changed aesthetics in the West. This is most visible in the decorative arts, especially glass and ceramics, but it also applies to architecture and ‘fine’ art.
Venue: Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, Jalan Lembah Perdana
Time: 10am - 6pm
Details: Call 03-2274 2020

PC Fair off to a lukewarm start

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 09:46:00 +0000

PC starts today and judging from the crowd between 11am to 4pm, it was a bit disappointing - there appeared to be more sales assistants than visitors the first two hours and the crowd only picked up sometime into 2pm.

After 2pm

There were bargains, without doubt, and the street smart would yet again walk off with a good deal. Anyone buying anything without bargaining is foolish to say the least.

Hard sell?

Pitching against each other this time around are the miniature laptops known variously as e-laptops and e-pcs (the latter's name culled from Asus's model no doubt). Some antivirus with a funny name - Kapersky - were seen being unloaded at almost any stall. Prices vary from RM70 to slightly more. Real cheap if you asked me.

August Happenings in Kuala Lumpur

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:02:00 +0000

AUG 1-3, PC FAIR 2008
Largest computer exhibition and sale. Bargains galore.
Time: 11am - 9pm
Venue: KL Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Details: Call 03-7955 2922; 03-7955 2933

AUG 2, MTV ASIA AWARDS 2008 The highly anticipated pan-regional music event is back for the 6th year running, bringing music excitement to all music fans in over 9 markets in Asia. Hosted by Jared Leto (30 Seconds to Mars) this event will be the most exciting and happening musical event yet!
Venue: Arena of Stars, Genting Highlands
Details: Call 03-2718 1118

TILL AUG 3, WORLD MARCHING BAND COMPETITION

TILL AUG 3, PATRIOT - A MALAY MUSICAL
About a patriot named Yahya and his love Sapura.
Time: 8:30pm (Nightly) and 3pm (Aug 2)
Venue: Istana Budaya (National Theatre)
Admission: Tickets at RM30, RM50, RM80, RM100, RM130 & RM180
Bookings: Call 03-4024 8715/4026 5558

TILL AUG 5, PORTRAITS OF PARADOX
Yau Bee Ling holds her first solo exhibition ‘Portraits of Paradox’ after an illustrious career spanning nearly thirteen years. Born in Klang in 1972, she studied painting at the Malaysian Institute of Art(MIA),graduating in 1995. Since then she has exhibited her works extensively both locally and abroad, and is a well-known artist on the Malaysian art scene.
Venue: Wei Ling Gallery, No. 8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields
Time: Mon-Fri 12pm-7pm; Sat:10am-5pm (Sun : By Appointment)
Details: Call 03-2260 1106/7

TILL SEPT 1, MEGA SALE CARNIVAL
Enjoy astounding discounts and special offers during Malaysia’s biggest annual sale carnival! There’s value for money for everyone out there at the countless shopping malls and stores nationwide.
Venue: Participating shopping complexes.
Details: Call 03-2698 1033

AUG 11-SEPT 4, CONDITIONAL LOVE - PAINTED STORIES
Features nearly twenty new works by artist Anurendra Jegadeva. Venue: Wei-Ling Gallery, No.8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields
Time: Mon-Fri (12-7pm); Sat (10-5pm). Closed Sundays
Details: Call 03-2260 1106/07, 012-3025302

AUG 15-31, INTERNATIONAL FIREWORKS COMPETITION
Watch the sky being lighted up with impressive fireworks displays. The competition features various countries vying to craete a grand theatre of pyrotechnics. Be part of this magical, glittering evening.
Venue: Putrajaya
Details: Call 03-26937111
Website: www.motour.gov.my

TILL AUG 16, ART EXHIBITION - 'THE GARDEN' BY KEN YAU
Ken Yau explores the relationship between earth and humanity. His works are dominated by strong colours, flowers, animals, human expressions in the form of dancing, meditation, crying and laughter. Happiness and sadness, wealth and poverty, success and failure, clarity and confusion, what is real and what is not? Can one truly experience one without the other? The artist invites us to question and explore this theme.
Venue: Alliance Française de Kuala Lumpur, 15, Lorong Gurney,
Time: Monday to Saturday; 9am to 8pm
Details: Call 03-2694-7880

17-24 AUG, NANYANGISM 2008
Art Exhibition in Commemoration of the 70th Anniversary of Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts & the 25th Anniversary of Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts Alumni Association Malaysia
Venue: Ground Floor, Wisma Kebudayaan SGM, 243, Jln Bukit Bintang
Time: 11.00am-6.00pm
Details: Call 03-2141 2003 / 2143 9236

TILL AUG 24, DISCLOSURE
This solo exhibition features the works of Ahmad Zakii Anwar, one of Malaysia's leading figurative painters. A major influence on the development of figurative realism within painting in contemporary Malaysian art practice, this exhibition traces the development as well as future direction taken by Ahmad Zakii Anwar in his career as an artist.
Venue: Main gallery, Galeri Petronas, KLCC
Time: 10am to 8pm
Details: Call 03-2051 5930

AUG 31, MERDEKA MONTH CELEBRATION
Malaysia celebrates its 51st year of Independence. Highlights include parades, fireworks displays and much more! Join in the merriment!
Venue: Kuala Lumpur
Details: Call 03-2615 8188/8888 1957

TILL OCT 25, BEYOND ORIENTALISM: HOW THE WEST WAS WON OVER BY ISLAMIC ART
The exhibition looks further than Orientalist art. Instead of being about how European and American artists depicted the Islamic world, it shows how the Islamic world changed aesthetics in the West. This is most visible in the decorative arts, especially glass and ceramics, but it also applies to architecture and ‘fine’ art.
Venue: Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, Jalan Lembah Perdana
Time: 10am - 6pm
Details: Call 03-2274 2020

Colourful Sentul Market

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 01:07:00 +0000

Interesting architecture. The building is very simple in design, with small coloured glass windows to allow light to stream in. This is the main Sentul Market building.

This is one section of town that you probably won't see in your tour itinerary of Kuala Lumpur simply because it is way out the promoted tourist belt.

But sometimes, this is where the excitement lies. When travelling, if you are slightly more adventurous, a more meaningful tour would be places that are out of the beaten track.

Quaint sundry shops in the market where you can get anything from rice to horsegram and chickpeas.

The Sentul Market, which was established somewhere in the late 70s, started off as a morning market even much earlier, catering to the needs of the Sentul community which in the 70s comprised of mostly Indians and Chinese. Here the green grocers operate in the mornings, starting as early as 5am, bringing supply from town to be sold to village folk then.

Take a walk into colourful Malaysian daily life.

In the late 70s, the market was rebuilt with a main concrete structure to house the traders but as development moved in, demand exceeded supply and the market simply outgrew its intended size.

Today, there are several sections to the market, with the original main building housing traders selling greens, poultry and fish. Meat stall lie beside this.

The extended area which was built later.

Adjacent to the main building, which is an extended area built much later, is the main vegetable section. Surrounding the vegetable stalls are small sundry shops and coconut merchants.

Sandwiched between the main building and the greens section is the eating area selling Chinese food mainly. The other eating area lies about 30 metres away, where you can find Malay and Indian stalls. There are two Indian stalls selling traditional working-class fare and several Malay stalls selling Indian prata, known locally as roti canai, noodles and the likes.

One Indian stall - known simply as Breakfast Corner - which is highly popular lies at the entrance, selling traditional putu mayam. Here you can choose to have traditional Indian fare such as thosai, putu, vadei, and the likes - including fresh cow milk wrapped in plastic bags.

One of the few left operating this dying trade. The putu mayam corner and the apparatus he uses to steam the coconut-flour cakes (below).

The putu mayam maker is among those very few left in the city, or possible the whole country, selling these steamed delicacy as can be seen from the pictures. As far as we know, not many in the city ply such a trade using tiny steamers as shown.

If you are in Kuala Lumpur and staying near the northwestern side of town, reserve a morning and drop by the Sentul Market. Best day to visit is on a Sunday, when activity starts as early as 6:45am. Drop by for breakfast or grab some of the delicacies and fruits and what have yous. Experience life reflective of what a man-in-the-street in Kuala Lumpur go through daily.

Flora Fest Malaysia 2008

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:02:00 +0000

Likened to the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade in USA, the floral event, which started in the days of Malaysia Fest, will be a feast to the senses, especially if you are a flower lover.

It celebrates the diversity of Malaysian flora each year, with parades and flower shows.

Themed Colours of Harmony, the event will be held from July 18 to Aug 3 at several venues around the Klang Valley, participated by private and governmental organisations in Malaysia. International participants are also invited.

For more information, please contact its organisers at 03 2696 3171

Kuala Pilah - Sleepy Hollow Left By British

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:15:00 +0000

Welcome!

KUALA PILAH is one of the many sleepy hollows in Negri Sembilan. Basically it is a valley town, with the main streets dotted with predominantly pre-war buildings.

Ulu Bendul Forest Reserve on the way to Kuala Pilah

There is a main street fed by several feeder streets with angled car parking bays. The early settlers of this township were Chinese miners and loggers. This is evident in the Chinese-architecture styled arch dedicated to the first Resident of Negri Sembilan, Martin Lister.

Things are quite cheap in town.

Life in the town is quite slow moving. Except for the quaint architecture, there is not much to see in this transit stop-over town.

However, if you are into exotic food, there is a food square which houses several Chinese eateries serving freshwater turtle soup. At RM8 a bowl, it is quite a steal. The soup, cooked in herbs, and of course turtle meat, is believed to be good for ashmatics.

Turtle soup, anyone?

I was told that you can get quite good Minangkabau food at the few Malay restaurants in the town. And they are quite cheap too.

Getting There: Travel South via the Sungai Besi exit till you see the Senawang-Kuala Pilah exit (route 51). Just follow the main traffic and the signs and you won't be lost. Thirty minutes from the toll, the road winds upwards ascending a small mountain known as the Mount Angsi (825m high). You will see the sign KUALA PILAH emblazoned by the hillside. Fifteen minutes away is the Ulu Bendul Recreational Forest and among attractions here, besides the Nature, is a Python Park. Kuala Pilah town is about 20 minutes from here.

Map: From Kuala Lumpur City To Port Dickson

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:27:00 +0000

This is a map from Kuala Lumpur city to Port Dickson, using the North South Highway, via the Sungai Besi Toll.

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Map: Kuala Lumpur City - Tourist Attractions

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:13:00 +0000

This map features the attractions in Kuala Lumpur city, together with prominent transport hubs.

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Click on the placeholders for the places of interest.

Map: KL to North Port, Port Kelang

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:54:00 +0000

This is the map leading from Kuala Lumpur City to North Port of Port Kelang. It lists the seaside esplanade where you can get good seafood and if you are an angler, good fishing ground. At one end is a private fishing farm where you get to fish at hourly rates.

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July Happenings in Kuala Lumpur

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 23:22:00 +0000

Portraits of Paradox - Massgathering by Yau Bee Ling

TILL JULY 4, WOMEN IN ISLAM
Muslim women have occupied positions of power for as long as Islam has existed. This ranges from the trading might of the Prophet Muhammad’s first wife, Khatija, to the more formal position of the 12th century Yemeni ruler, Malika Arwa. The Qur’an alludes to women of power from as long ago as the Queen of Sheba. In more recent times, the political leadership of Islamic states such as Pakistan and Bangladesh has drawn heavily on the female half of the population. The exhibition Faith & Power: Women in Islam explores a rich history that has often been overlooked. Examining the lives of these women, and attitudes to them, the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is also able to provide a physical dimension with artefacts from distant times and places. Jewellery, clothing and the accoutrements of power bring new vigour to the lives of forgotten queens, consorts and wielders of influence from behind the throne.
Venue: Islamic Arts Museum, Jalan Lembah Perdana (next to National Mosque)
Time: Mondays to Sundays and Public Holidays: 10am - 6pm
Entrance: By tickets, purchasable at the museum entrance/
Details: Call 03-22742020

TILL JULY 5, ELAINE ROBERTO-NAVAS: STANDING ROOM ONLY
First solo exhibition of Filipino painter Elaine Roberto-Navas in Kuala Lumpur. Elaine's skillful use of colour and texture gives a powerful and sensual life to still objects. Through her signature thick impasto layers of paint, her work, acquire a nervous energy, leading viewers to consider painting beyond the subject matter but also its physical aspect, or 'materiality'.
Venue: Valentine Willie Fine Art, 1st Floor, 17 Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru
Time: 12 - 8pm Monday to Friday, and 12 - 6 pm Saturday. Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.
Details: Call03-2284 2348

TILL JULY 10, TWIST - MULTHALIB MUSA
Twist’ by Multhalib Musa, features new pieces which are an extension of a series he created in response to a suite of paintings by Yusof Ghani entitled, ‘Biring’. Just as Yusof Ghani has drawn reference to the swirl of energy, drama and dynamism present during a cockfight, Multhalib’s ‘Twist’ works similarly echo this mood.
Venue: Wei Ling Gallery, No. 8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields
Time: Mon-Fri 12pm-7pm; Sat:10am-5pm (Sun : By Appointment)
Details: Call 03-2260 1106/7
JULY 1-31, KUALA LUMPUR FESTIVAL
KL celbrates the arts! City wide celebration of the arts with cultural offerings at various venues, featuring a wide range of genres.
Venue: City Wide
Details: Call 03-2615-8188/2052-3600

JULY 2, WAGASHI - THE JAPANESE TRADITIONAL CONFECTIONARY DEMONSTRATION AND WORKSHOP
Time: 10am ~ 12pm, 2nd Session: 2pm ~ 4pm
Venue: Hotel Nikko Kuala Lumpur, Bentley’s Pub (1st Floor)
Details: Call 03-2161 2104

JULY 5, CHIRIMEN POCKET TISSUE CASE MAKINGTime: 10am – noon
Venue: The Japan Foundation, Kuala Lumpur
Participation Fee: RM15
Details: Call 03-2161 2104

JULY 14-AUG 5, PORTRAITS OF PARADOX
Yau Bee Ling holds her first solo exhibition ‘Portraits of Paradox’ after an illustrious career spanning nearly thirteen years. Born in Klang in 1972, she studied painting at the Malaysian Institute of Art(MIA),graduating in 1995. Since then she has exhibited her works extensively both locally and abroad, and is a well-known artist on the Malaysian art scene.
Venue: Wei Ling Gallery, No. 8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields
Time: Mon-Fri 12pm-7pm; Sat:10am-5pm (Sun : By Appointment)
Details: Call 03-2260 1106/7

JULY 20, 24TH JAPANESE SPEECH CONTEST (Kuala Lumpur rounds)
Time: From 1pm
Venue: The Japan Club of Kuala Lumpur Hall
Details: Call 03-2161 2104

Super GT in Sepang next Weekend

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 21:35:00 +0000

Inspired by the success of the recent Formula One Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix, Sepang International Circuit, is hoping that the Super GT International Series Malaysia, to be held at the circuit from June 20-22 will just be as great.

Advertisement efforts both on flyers and buntings, as well as TV ads have been taken profusely to draw fans to what is touted as "a showcase of motor racing actions at its best."

The organisers are targetting a modest attendance of 65,000 spectators.

The Super GT race features road cars, which can be owned and seen travelling along the normal roads, allowing fans to relate themselves better.

Apart from the main race, support races - Asian Touring Car Series, the Asian Formula Renault, Asian GT Challenge, Formula V6 Asia Series and the Aston Martin Cup - will be making heads turns literally.

Tickets from RM75 can be purchased by calling TICKET HOTLINE at 603-87782222 or via internet at www.malaysiangp.com.my.

June Happenings in Kuala Lumpur

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000

JUNE 1, SHIFTING BOUNDARIES
This is an annual charity art exhibition under the Art for Nature theme. It explores how the boundaries that we have extended for short-term gains are at the expense not just of other species, but of our own long term survival.
Venue : Rimbun Dahan Gallery, Kilometer 27, Jalan Kuang, Selangor
Time: Sat and Sun: 10am - 6pm (Weekdays: By appointment)
Admission: Free

TILL JUNE 2, LIVE ANIMALS INSIDE!
Exhibition by photographer Azril Ismail. Azril sees his photographs as being very much ‘alive’ as they are so much a part of his life that they ‘co-exist’ within his life, and thus have to be handled/treated with care and love.
Venue: Wei-ling Gallery 8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields
Time: Mon-Fri,12-7pm, Sat 10-5pm. Closed Sundays.
Details: 03-22601106/07, 012-3025302

JUNE 7-28, ESTON TAN, THOUGHTS OF LIFE II
The exhibition will showcase new works of oils and charcoal on canvas. Painting scenes close to his heart, such as fishing villages and idyllic landscapes, Tan conjures up dreamy and atmospheric impressions of places that have remained untouched over the years.
Venue: NN GALLERY, 53A - 56 Jalan Sulaiman 1, Taman Ampang Hilir,
Time: Mon-Sat (9am-6am); Sun & Public Holiday (Closed)
Details: Call 03-42706588

TILL JUNE 14, IDYLLE: NEW PAINTINGS BY CHONG SIEW YING
Features the work of one of the Southeast Asian region's most powerful portrayers of the human face and figure (above). Chong's work has been described as profoundly emotive, and she is able to capture the expressive qualities of the human form.
Venue: Valentine Willie Fine Art, 1st Floor, 17 Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru
Time: Monday to Friday (12 - 8pm) and Saturday (12 - 6 pm). Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays. Admission is free.
Details: Call 03-22842348

TILL JUNE 15, RAMLEE THE MUSICAL
A musical about the life of the late Tan Sri P. Ramlee, musician extraordinaire.
Time: 3 pm, 8:30pm
Venue: Panggung Sari, National Theatre
Details: Call 03-40265558

TILL JUNE 30, REFRESHING JOURNEY
This is a solo exhibition by artist Yeoh Eng Peng featuring the artist's debut into the art scene.
Venue: Dong Zen Gallery, FoGuang temple, Jenjarom, Selangor
Time: From 10am daily
Admission: Free

TILL JULY 4, WOMEN IN ISLAM
Muslim women have occupied positions of power for as long as Islam has existed. This ranges from the trading might of the Prophet Muhammad’s first wife, Khatija, to the more formal position of the 12th century Yemeni ruler, Malika Arwa. The Qur’an alludes to women of power from as long ago as the Queen of Sheba. In more recent times, the political leadership of Islamic states such as Pakistan and Bangladesh has drawn heavily on the female half of the population. The exhibition Faith & Power: Women in Islam explores a rich history that has often been overlooked. Examining the lives of these women, and attitudes to them, the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is also able to provide a physical dimension with artefacts from distant times and places. Jewellery, clothing and the accoutrements of power bring new vigour to the lives of forgotten queens, consorts and wielders of influence from behind the throne.
Venue: Islamic Arts Museum, Jalan Lembah Perdana (next to National Mosque)
Time: Mondays to Sundays and Public Holidays: 10am - 6pm
Entrance: By tickets, purchasable at the museum entrance/
Details: Call 03-22742020

JUNE 6–22, JACK TING - DRIFTED GLIMPSESThis is a solo exhibition of recent paintings by Sarawakian born artist Jack Ting, featuring 24 paintings of variable sizes done in oil.
Venue: The Gallery @ Star Hill, FF03, Muse Floor, Starhill Gallery
Admission: Free
Details: Call 03-2143 3323

Fraser's Hill

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Thu, 29 May 2008 22:37:00 +0000

Fraser's Cool Hill Station Retreat

Fraser's Hill, located 1,524m above sea-level on the Titiwangsa mountain range in the State of Pahang in the heart of Peninsula Malaysia is another tourist attraction reachable by car from Kuala Lumpur within two hours or so.

Discovered and subsequently named after Scottish pioneer Louis James Fraser in the late 1890s this hill resort has been described as an engineering marvel of the British when they started the idyllic township in the clouds that had been likened to 'mini' England.

Fraser's Hill lies about 107km north of Kuala Lumpur. For many years, the only way up the hill resort is through a one-lane 9km road known as the Gap. Traffic was regulated hourly, with uphill and downhill traffic designated to alternate hours.

Realising the importance of the hill station resort, the authorities built a new road in 2001. The entrance of this new road lies on the west site of the foothills of Fraser's Hill and it is used for traffic going up the hill. Unfortunately, this road is again closed because of a minor landslide a year ago. To date, it is not known if it will be reopened again.

The old road, which is on the East side lies about half a kilometre away and is only used by traffic going down Fraser's Hill in days of old will now have to cater to twin-tidal traffic flow.

When driving up, be advised that thick mist sometimes envelop the road when the weather gets colder such as after rain. For those who are not accustomed to the winding terrain, motion sickness may result. Usually, this can be remedied by switching off the car's air conditioning and taking in the refreshing cool mountain air.

Getting there:
One way to get to Fraser's Hill is by road via Pahang side - by about110km from Kuala Lumpur. Head towards the Karak Highway and the towards Bentong and then Tranum. There are signboards indicating the road to Fraser's Hill. Just follow them and you will get to the entrance at the foothills of Fraser's Hill.

If you decide to approach Fraser's Hill from Selangor side, use the North-South Expressway and exit at the Tanjung Malim toll plaza and ehad for Kuala Kubu Baru and follow the signboards indicating the direction towards Fraser's Hill.

Another way is to use the new Ulu Yam road towards Kuala Kubu Baru. However, you can only access this road from the Batu Dam in Selayang at Batu Caves. This road is a bit tricky although it is a much shorter way to get to Kuala Kubu Baru and subsequently Fraser's Hill.

Note: To check out the road conditions before heading for Fraser's hill, you can call the Fraser's Hill police station at 09-3622222 to inquire. Other numbers you can check out is the Fraser's Hill Development Corporation at 09-517 1623/4.

Things to do:
Fraser's Hill is most popular as a bird watcher's paradise and haven for nature lovers. It is believed to be the home and stop-over point for over 270 species of local and migratory birds as well as a treasure trove of Malaysian highland fauna.

The cool temperature fluctuates between 26 degrees and 15 degrees (night) Celsius, making Fraser's Hill a refreshing addition to the tropical holidays in Malaysia (which was why the British called it 'mini' England in the past).

The town centre is the heart of Fraser's Hill with its offering of souvenir shops and eateries. Most of the economic activities are concentrated here.

Apart from bird watching, you can also discover the many marked trails located all over the hill resort - getting a proper guide is advised for the newcomer, however.

Photography opportunities abound at the town centre and the object of attraction is none other than the quaint edifices surrounding the equally popular clock tower.

An information centre is also located here where you can get a walking map of Fraser's Hill for exploration later. There is also a large inn overlooking the town centre for budget travellers.

Where to stay:
Accommodation comprises the many apartments and resorts offering accommodation between RM80 to RM200 a night per room. For up-market accommodation, try the quaint and exclusive bungalows priced from RM300 a night.

Best Nasi Dagang In Town

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Wed, 28 May 2008 22:49:00 +0000

If you like nasi dagang, you will surely agree that the Terengganu nasi dagang has no rival. And if you are in KL, and looking for Terengganu nasi dagang, you must have not much luck looking for an authentic nasi dagang.

Well, if you are reading this, you have come to the right place. There is one called Ulek Mayang Restoran along the Middle Ring Road II between TAR College junction and Gombak-Batu Caves turnoff. I discovered it by chance while travelling via the road and decided to stop over to check it out.

Unfortunately, that day, the nasi dagang was sold out. Instead, we had nasi kerabu - real nasi kerabu Terengganu-style, complete with herbs and budu (fermented fish which smells like hell but taste like heaven).

We also tried the satar (fish meat marinated in herbs and spices) wrapped in banana leaves and barbecued to perfection.

For dessert we had tapai or fermented rice which was wrapped in rubber tree leaves. Check out the pictures (from top): The Menu, The Restaurant, Nasi Kerabu, Satar and Tapai.

Hakka 'Green Tea' Noodles

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Mon, 26 May 2008 22:22:00 +0000

The hawker centre.

The lady chef

If you have heard of the Hakka Lui Char (Green Tea Rice), you would have heard it all - or not yet?

Well, I was in for a surprise when I stumbled upon this stall somewhere near Desa Aman Puri in Kepong. It is located within the Wang Seng Hawker Centre amidst some workshop area, well-known among regulars and those who drive past this place.

Clockwise (from bottom left) Lui Char Pan Mee, Pumpkin Pan Mee, Seven Veggie Pan Mee,Hot and Spicy Pan Mee and Yong Tau Foo (centre).

The stall is operated by Ms Nancy Choo, who is the lady chef (her card says that). The stall offers reasonably priced fare of which the star is the Lui Char Pan Mee (home made noodles). The Lui Char soup is very well made, lots of green tea and ginger to boot. The noodles are soft and smooth. Best thing is they are all hand-made with quality in mind. You dont get these often these days.

Apart from the noodles, you can also try out other dishes such as the Seven Veggie Pan Mee, Pumpkin Pan Mee, Curry Pan Mee, and a host of others. Prices vary from RM3.50 to RM6.00 (Tom Yam Pan Mee). She serves Yong Tau Foo (Hakka ones) too.

Since it was my first time there, I can't give you any directions. But here's her email - ng_lim7@yahoo.com .

You don't get many web savvy stall owners today, so ask her for a map and tell her you found her from here. Who knows, she might give you a greater helping!

Tactical gear - Shopping for 'weekend commandos'

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Fri, 23 May 2008 13:07:00 +0000

This one's not real. Just a dummy commando abseiling.

Are you a weekend commando? Or an arm-chair combat gear collector?

Well, if you are in Kuala Lumpur, don't miss this outlet. It is simply known as Tactical Gear and is located at Jalan Bulan, in Bukit Bintang.

It is situated right opposite the exit/entrance to Metrojaya, at Bukit Bintang Plaza. Bukit Bintang Plaza is the shopping complex adjoining the more famous Sungai Wang Plaza. If you don't know the way, just ask around.

And when you are at Jalan Bulan, you will not miss the sight of the Jeep sticking out of the building like a sore thumb, just like the car crashed out of the building facade. Or the commando repelling down the wall.

Plenty of army (US Army) stuff to keep your imagination occupied as you role play. You name it, they probably got it. From SEALs T-shirts to Desert Storm hats, Commando belts, helmets and TOP Gun wrist-watches. The prices? You find out yourself.

How about this one?

Step into the kopitiam of old at Yut Kee's

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Wed, 21 May 2008 14:16:00 +0000

IF you are in Jalan Dang Wangi, previously known as Campbell Street, you will see this shop (picture). It's like stepping into a time zone - back, say 30 years? - as you see the rickety wooden tables with marble tops and black varnished chairs.

This is one tue Hainanese coffeeshop that you won't want to miss when in KL - serving its own concoctions as well as age-old successful recipes that have been handed down by the forefathers.

Pay it a visit during the morning and check out its breakfast fare of roti kawin (toast with kaya and butter) and good old coffee (see picture). It is something that you don't find at many places in KL these days.

Those who have been into coffeeshops during the 60s and 70s will remember the aroma of bread toasted over coal fire and the fragrance of the kaya (a kind of egg jam) as it is being stirred over low fire.

Of course, there are other fantastic things you can feast on while at Yut Kee's (also known as Jack's Place).

Among them are the famous Swiss Roll and the roti babi (their kind of hamburger and bread.

Not to be missed are the noodles as well as the chicken and pork chops which comes in huge helpings and tasty gravy.

To make sure you get a place to sit, go early. Preferably by 8am. The crowd builds up towards lunch time and towards the later part of the afternoon.

Sundays are also best as the morning crowd is quite sparse and chances are that you will find a place to sit.

WE HAVE MOVED! NEW LOOK, BETTER CONTROL FOR KL THIS MONTH!

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Tue, 20 May 2008 21:51:00 +0000

Greetings!

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Because the site is getting too BIG to manage using traditional web-design software, we have decided to upgrade the content management to use Blogger's Blogging engine.

This is done for several reasons, including ease of writing content as well as allowing for feedback and content syndication.

We would appreciate if you will update your Favourites accordingly since the old pages will only return an error message as this new site becomes fully functional.

The content in the old site is still there but in new pages. Site navigation has not been changed much. All the things you are looking for are at left and the tools at right.

Additions to this new site is the subscribe feature which will be implemented soon, as well as the Comments section, which is fully functional. The categories section has been used to make it easier for you to surf and bookmark content. In short, we will continue to improve our content for your ease of use despite the financial constraints of doing so. Please inform your friends if they share the same bookmark and update your favourites accordingly.

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Sungai Besar Fishing Town

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:52:00 +0000

Fishing Boats At Sungai Besar

Big River Enclave

About 120km north of Kuala Lumpur along the west coast of Selangor lies Sungai Besar, which means Big River in Malay. It is also known as 'Tua Kang' or 'big river' in Hokkien.

The town is a one-street sleepy hollow which branches off into the riverine fishing villages dominated mostly by Teo Chew fishermen. There is nothing really exciting in this quaint township except maybe the fishing boats that line both sides of the river.

Haisan Association Building

Among locals, this fish landing area offers choice pickings of fresh produce from the sea. In the mid mornings and evenings, when the fishing boats come in, the place is abuzz with activity fish lovers from all over congregate to look for bargains in fish and other marine catches.

Ice Factory For Fish

In town, seafood restaurants that operate from noon till early night offer delectable dishes at reasonble prices.

Getting there:
From Kuala Lumpur, head for the Sungai Buloh-Kuala Selangor old trunk road. You may access this via the North South Expressway and exit via the Sungai Buloh Toll and head for the Kuala Selangor Road. Just follow the signboards and the mainstream traffic and it should take you to Kuala Selangor junction.

Turn right and head north towards the Kuala Selangor town. When in Kuala Selangor Town, take the right branch of the main road to bypass the town, cross a bridge and head towards Pasir Penambang, then Tanjung Karang and Sekinchan.

Continue straight beyond Sekinchan and you will find Sungai Besar.

(If you like to visit the Kuala Selangor town, just take the left turn into the town. Parking may be a problem on working days.)

Note: When driving along this coastal road, do not drive too fast. Villagers use this road to move from one village to the other. Domestic animals, although rare, may emerge unannounced. Fish transport lorries are also plentiful. Most of the stretches are straight and may encourage speeding. A comfortable speed would be between 70kph to 90kph.

Attractions:
Fishing villages offer plenty of photography opportunities. gain an insight into the lifestyle of west coast fishermen here.

HAPPY WESAK

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Sun, 18 May 2008 22:49:00 +0000

WE at KLTHISMONTH.COM wishes all our visitors a Happy Wesak. May you all be well and happy.

These are the images taken at the Buddhist Vihara in Brickfields on the eve of Wesak. As usual, the crowd is big but orderly. The whole temple ground has been turned into a carnival of sorts, with stalls selling anything from sweetmeats to vegetarian foods.

Times are bad and donations boxes have been set up almost at every corner.

As it is annually, the disabled and the less fortunate, including the able-bodied have thronged the temple grounds to seek alms, from the road leading into the temple as well as on both sides of its entrance. Give generously to these pitiful peole if you can afford to.

The price to light an oil lamp has been raised to RM20 per person. The increase was from last year - previously it was RM10. If you wish to light one, there is a counter catering to this within the temple ground.

Check out the festivities if you are around. The whole KL city is abuzz with activities this Wesak.

Tonight, there will be a procession from the Buddhist Vihara to the city centre from 7pm.

May Happenings In Kuala Lumpur

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Sat, 17 May 2008 22:03:00 +0000

MAY 4-11, SINGAPORE-MALAYSIA CHINESE SEAL CARVING AND CALLIGRAPHY AND PAINTING EXHANGE EXHIBITION
Time: 11am - 6pm
Venue: Wisma SGM, Jalan Bukit Bintang
Details: Call 03-21412003

MAY 9-18, RANDAI KASIH MENANTI - THE MUSICAL
A post modern approach to a Minangkabau classic. Randai Kasih Menanti reveals the dark secret of an island and a mothers hopes for her sons return. A spectacular performance combining the elements of song, dance, music, martial arts and acting. Randai Kasih Menanti the Mu.
Time: 3 pm, 8:30pm
Venue: Panggung Sari, National Theatre
Details: Call 03-40265558

MAY 11-31, ANTHONY CHAN SAI WENG - LANGKAWI GEOPARK
Solo exhibition by established abstract painter Anthony Chan Sai Weng showcasing 30 new paintings in oils on linen from 2007/8
Time: Open:9am-6m Mon-Sat/Closed: Sun and Public Holiday
Venue: NN Gallery, 53A & 56 Jalan Sulaiman 1, Taman Ampang Hilir,
Details: Call 03-42706588

MAY 13-JUNE 2, LIVE ANIMALS INSIDE!
Exhibition by photographer Azril Ismail. Azril sees his photographs as being very much ‘alive’ as they are so much a part of his life that they ‘co-exist’ within his life, and thus have to be handled/treated with care and love.
Venue: Wei-ling Gallery 8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields
Time: Mon-Fri,12-7pm, Sat 10-5pm. Closed Sundays.
Details: 03-22601106/07, 0123025302

MAY 18-JUNE 1, SHIFTING BOUNDARIES
This is an annual charity art exhibition under the Art for Nature theme. It explores how the boundaries that we have extended for short-term gains are at the expense not just of other species, but of our own long term survival.
Venue : Rimbun Dahan Gallery, Kilometer 27, Jalan Kuang, Selangor
Time: Sat and Sun: 10am - 6pm (Weekdays: By appointment)
Admission: Free

MAY 19 - JUNE 30, REFRESHING JOURNEY
This is a solo exhibition by artist Yeoh Eng Peng featuring the artist's debut into the art scene.
Venue: Dong Zen Gallery, FoGuang temple, Jenjarom, Selangor
Time: From 10am daily
Admission: Free

MAY 28-JUNE 15, RAMLEE THE MUSICAL A musical about the life of the late Tan Sri P. Ramlee, musician extraordinaire.
Time: 3 pm, 8:30pm
Venue: Panggung Sari, National Theatre
Details: Call 03-40265558

TILL JULY 4, WOMEN IN ISLAM
Muslim women have occupied positions of power for as long as Islam has existed. This ranges from the trading might of the Prophet Muhammad’s first wife, Khatija, to the more formal position of the 12th century Yemeni ruler, Malika Arwa. The Qur’an alludes to women of power from as long ago as the Queen of Sheba. In more recent times, the political leadership of Islamic states such as Pakistan and Bangladesh has drawn heavily on the female half of the population. The exhibition Faith & Power: Women in Islam explores a rich history that has often been overlooked. Examining the lives of these women, and attitudes to them, the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is also able to provide a physical dimension with artefacts from distant times and places. Jewellery, clothing and the accoutrements of power bring new vigour to the lives of forgotten queens, consorts and wielders of influence from behind the throne.
Venue: Islamic Arts Museum, Jalan Lembah Perdana (next to National Mosque)
Time: Mondays to Sundays and Public Holidays: 10am - 6pm
Entrance: By tickets, purchasable at the museum entrance/
Details: Call 03-22742020

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WiFi for Entire Kuala Lumpur City

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Sat, 17 May 2008 22:00:00 +0000

This piece of news caught our eyes. If true, then KL will be among the first cities in the world in this region to have free WiFi connectivity. So, bring your WiFi devices and stay connected!

Packet One to deploy 3,500 WiFi hotposts in Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR: Packet One Networks (M) Sdn Bhd intends to deploy 3,500 WiFi hotspots in Kuala Limpur over a few phases in collaboration with KL City Hall and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).
Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Abdul Hakim Borhan said this project, known as the Kuala Lumpur Wireless Metropolitan, was part of the government’s initiative to spur demand for broadband.
“This initiative targets to achieve 90% household broadband penetration in the Klang Valley by 2010,” he said at the launch of the project yesterday.
The project also aimed to provide citizens with free 512-kilobits per second broadband connectivity for two years.
“We would be the first city in the world to be deployed on the WiMAX 2.3GHz (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access) backhaul infrastructure,” he said.
To date, 200 WiFi hotspots have been set up in the KL City Centre in conjunction with the World Congress on Information Technology 2008 to be held from May 18 to 22.

More here

Doing Business In Kuala Lumpur

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Fri, 16 May 2008 23:34:00 +0000

THERE are plenty of business opportunities in Kuala Lumpur. Many foreign companies and individuals have benefitted tremendously from doing business in this multi-racial metropolis.

If you are thinking of setting up business in Kuala Lumpur (whether it is a small dealership selling specialised products or services or a multi-national corporation), you can either obtain specific information from the Malaysian Industrial Development Authority (MIDA), the principal agency for the promotion and coordination of industrial development in Malaysia. They have offices in Europe, United States and teh Asia Pacific.

If you are already in Kuala Lumpur, perhaps you may want to contact MIDA direct. It also has a Business Information Centre which offers one-on-one business guidance. The centre is open from Mon - Fri (8.30 a.m. - 5.30 p.m) on weekdays.

It is located at:

Ground Floor, Block 4

Plaza SentralJalan Stesen Sentral 5

Kuala Lumpur Sentral

50470 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: 03-2267 3663/Fax: 03-2274 7970

Studying in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

noreply@blogger.com (Alice Lee) — Fri, 16 May 2008 23:22:00 +0000

If you are looking at primary, secondary or even tertiary education in Kuala Lumpur, you don't have to worry. There are plenty of international schools and private colleges offering academic as well as professional courses. Most, if not all, are governed by the education laws and are licensed.
We have compiled a list of international schools and private colleges in and around Kuala Lumpur. As we update the site, we will connect each to their respective websites.
(Note: Being mentioned here does not consititute to a recommendation.)
International Schools in Kuala Lumpur

British Curriculum

Alice Smith International School (Primary) 2 Jalan Bellamy, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03)2148 3674Fax: (03)2148 3418Website: www.alice-smith.edu.myEmail: klass@alice-smith.edu.my

Alice Smith International School (Secondary) 3 Jalan Equine, Taman Equine, Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Tel: (03)9543 3688Fax: (03)9543 3788

Cempaka International School, Persiaran Awana, Cuepacs Garden, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03)9076 8400Fax: (03)9076 8194

ELC International School Lot 3664, Jalan Sierramas Barat, Sierramas, Sungai Buloh, Selangor
Tel: (03)6156 5001Fax: (03)6156 5003

Fairview International School 260 Jalan Ampang, Selangor
Tel: (03)4253 2233Fax: (03)4253 2223

Garden International School Kuala Lumpur 16 Jalan Kiara 3, Off Jalan Bukit Kiara, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03)6209 6888Fax: (03)6201 2468

MAZ International School No 1, Maz House, Road 20/19, Paramount Garden, Petaling Jaya
Tel: (03)7874 2930Fax: (03)7874 0727

Mutiara International Grammar School Lot 707, Jalan Kerja Ayer Lama, Ampang Jaya
Tel: (03)4252 1452Fax: (03)4252 3452

Sayfol International School 261 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03)4256 8781Fax: (03)4257 9464

Utama International School Blok B3, Lot 27A, Jalan Usahawan 5, Setapak, Kuala Lumpur53200 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03)4021 2490Fax: (03)4024 5227

American Curriculum

International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) P.O Box 12645, 50784 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03)4259 5600Fax: (03)4257 9044

Mont'Kiara International School (Elementary) 22, Jalan Kiara, Mont' Kiara, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03)2093 8604Fax: (03)2093 6045Website: www.mkis.edu.my

Others

Australian International School, Malaysia 22 Jalan Anggerik, The MINES Resort City, Sri Kembangan,Selangor
Tel: (03)8943 0622Fax: (03)8948 4522Website: www.aism.edu.my

CAHP (Handicapped Persons)Ukay Heights, Ampang, Selangor
Tel: (03)4256 3531

Deutsche Schule Kuala Lumpur Lot 5, Lorong Utara B, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: (03)7956 6557Fax: (03)7956 7557Website: www.dskl.edu.my

French International School of Kuala Lumpur 8A, Jalan Tun Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03)2691 3850Fax: (03)2693 6450Website: www.lfkl.edu.my

Indonesian School of Kuala Lumpur Jalan Tun Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03)2692 7682

Japanese School of Kuala LumpurSaujana Resort Seksyen U2, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor
Tel: (03)7846 5939Fax: (03)7846 5949Website: www.jskl.edu.my

International Islamic School 2230, KM 17, Jalan Gombak Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (03)6186 1521Fax: (03)6188 6751Website: www.iis.edu.my

Private Colleges and other institutions of higher learning

ALC College - Advanced Learning Centre 6 Jalan Kapar, 41400 Klang, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-33447961, Fax: 03-3344 5861

Alif Creative Academy 5 Jalan 20/14, Paramount Garden, 46300 Petaling Jaya
Tel: Call 03-7873 8288, Fax: 03-7877 2680

Aman College Jalan Bukit Sentosa 2, Seksyen BS2, Bukit Sentosa, 48300 Rawang, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-6021 1000, Fax: 03-6021 2000

Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology(APIIT) Lot 6, Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-8996 1000, Fax: 03-8996 1001

Axismatics Professional Institute 12B-07, 14th floor, Wisma Zelan, 1 Jalan Tasik Permaisuri 2, Bandar Tun Razak, 56000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-9173 5686, Fax: 03-9173 8782

Binary College 22-26 Jalan Ipoh Kecil, 50350 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-4041 8562, Fax: 03-4041 8568

Binary University College of Management and EntrepreneurshipPersiaran Puchong Jaya, 47100 Puchong, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8070 6590, Fax: 03-8070 6594

Brickfields College 210 Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2274 4165, Fax: 03-2274 4174

British Malaysian InstituteBatu 8, Jalan Sungai Pusu, 53100 Gombak, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-6184 1000, Fax: 03-6186 4040

Center for Advanced Design (CENFAD) 24 Jalan Kia Peng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2144 7077, Fax: 03-2148 7077

Co-operative College of Malaysia 103 Jalan Templer, 46700 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-7957 4911, Fax: 03-7957 0434

Cosmopoint Level 13, Wisma Public Bank, 300 Jalan Raja Laut, 50350 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2694 9455, Fax: 03-2694 4079

Curtin University of Technology Sarawak Campus Sarawak Campus Malaysia, CDT 250, 98009 Miri, Sarawak
Tel: 085 44 3939, Fax: 085 44 3838

Cybernetics International College of Technology (CICT) 154 - 3 - 7, Kompleks Maluri, Jalan Jejaka, Taman Maluri, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-9281 4881, Fax: 03-9281 4854

Dika, College 22-3 Jalan PJS 11/28A, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-5636 6223

Fashion Academy of Creative Technology (FACT)Lot 3A-01, Wisma Bukit Bintang, 28 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2144 1318, Fax: 03-2144 6022

Federal Institute of Technology (FIT) Campus Taynton, Jalan Bee Eng Satu, Taman Taynton, 6th Miles, Jalan Cheras, 56000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-9131 9546, Fax: 03-9132 4977

Flamingo Institute of Further Education2nd Floor, Bangunan Institut Flamingo, Tasik Ampang, Jalan Hulu Kelang, 68000 Ampang, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-4257 6808, Fax: 03-4257 6806

Gemilang, College 22 Jalan Medan Pasar, 50050 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2026 9010, Fax: 03-2026 4341

Genting Inti International College12 Persiaran Jati 3A, Gohtong Jaya, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang
Tel: Call 03-1288, Fax: 03-6100 1269

German-Malaysian Institute 119 Jalan 7/91, Taman Shamelin Perkasa, 3 1/2 Miles Cheras, 56100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-9286 1706

Go Academy W10-3 Business Park, Subang Square, Jalan SS15/4G, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-5621 8090, Fax: 03-5621 7090

HELP University College BZ-2 Pusat Bandar Damansara, 50490, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2094 2000, Fax: 03-2095 7100

IBMS College 211 Jalan Bukit Mata Kuching, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak
Tel: 082 25 2566, Fax: 082 23 1355

IIUM Management Centre Management Centre, International Islamic University Malaysia, PO Box 10, 50728 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-6196 4181, Fax: 03-6196 4856

Imperia Institute Of Technology Level 6, Kelana Brem Tower 2, Jalan Stadium (SS 7/15), 47301 Kelana Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-7492 3288, Fax: 03-7492 6788

Informatics Group Malaysia E-3A-2, Block E, Phileo Avenue 1, 189 Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 1 800 88 2388

INTI College Subang Jaya 3 Jalan SS15/8, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-5634 3244, Fax: 03-5631 8960

Institut Megatech 141A Batu 3 ½, Jalan Kelang Lama, PO Box 192, 58700 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-7983 1348, Fax: 03-7983 7595

Institut Teknologi Tun Abdul Razak c/o Universiti Tun Abdul Razak, 16-5, Jalan SS 6/12, 47301 Kelana Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-7627 7337, Fax: 03-7627 7447

Institute Advertising Communication Training (IACT) 75 and 77 Jalan SS 21/1A, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-7729 7451, Fax: 03-7727 5622

International Fashion Training Center (Fashion design courses6th Floor, Bangunan Yayasan Selangor, 99 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2145 9011, Fax: 03-2148 9016

International Graduate Studies College IGSSouth City Plaza, Block A, Persiaran Serdang Perdana, Taman Serdang Perdana, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8948 4811, Fax: 03-8945 4066

International Medical University (IMU) Sesama Centre, Plaza Komanwel, 57000 Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-8656 7228, Fax: 03-8656 7229

International University College of Technology Twintech (IUCTT) Blok F, Sri Damansara Industrial Park, Persiaran Industri, Bandar Sri Damansara, 52200 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-6275 1110, Fax: 03-6277 1463

International Worldview College 1 Jalan Tiara 3, Bandar Baru Klang, 41150 Klang, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-3341 424, Fax: 03-3341 4343

INTI Centre for Management Learning B-0-14, Ground Floor Block B, Megan Avenue II, 12 Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2163 2853, Fax: 03-2163 2909

Kasturi College 11th Floor, Plaza First Nationwide, 161 Jalan Tun H S Lee, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2032 3001, Fax: 03-2031 3228

KBU International College 1 Persiaran Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya
Tel: Call 03-7727 3200, Fax: 03-7727 2733

Kemayan Advance Tertiary CollegeBangunan Tunas Utama, Jalan Petaling, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2031 0266, Fax: 03-2031 0261

KDU College SS 22/41, Damansara Jaya, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-7728 8123, Fax: 03-7726 9941

KDU Management Development CentreLevel 19 and Level 20, Block 3A, Plaza Sentral, Jalan Stesen 5, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2273 8286, Fax: 03-2273 5933

Kuala Lumpur College of Art 1 Lorong Medan Tuanku 1, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2698 8548, Fax: 03-2693 1037

Kuala Lumpur Infrastructure University CollegeCorporate Block, Ikram Park, Jalan Serdang - Kajang, 43000 Kajang, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8926 6993, Fax: 03-8734 1021

LaSalle International Design School2 Lorong Damai 3, Off Jalan Aman, 55000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2161 1066, Fax: 03-2161 1063

Life College Level 6, Bangunan Pan Global 1A, Jalan Tandang, 45060 Petaling Jaya
Tel: 1 300 88 5258, 03 7785 8590, Fax: 03-7785 4336

Limkokwing University College of Creative Technology Innovasi 1-1, Jalan Teknokrat 1/1, 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8317 8888, Fax: 03-8317 8988

Malaysian Allied Health Sciences Academy (MAHSA)Level 6, Block A, Pusat Damansara, Damansara Heights,50490 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel: Call 03-2093 8892, Fax: 03-2094 8995

Malaysia University of Science and Technology Unit GL33 (Gr Flr), Block C, Dataran Usahawan Kelana, 17 Jalan SS7/26, 47301 Petaling Jaya
Tel: Call 03-7880 1777, Fax: 03-7880 1762

Malaysia France Institute, Universiti Kuala LumpurSection 14, Jalan Teras Jernang, 43650 Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8926 2022, Fax:03 8925 8845

Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA) Institut Seni Lukis Malaysia, 294-299, Jalan Bandar 11, Taman Melawati, 53100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-4108 8100, Fax: 03-4108 1543

Malaysian Institute of Management (MIM)227 Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2164 5255, Fax: 03-2164 3171

Mantissa Institute Level 1, Bangunan AHP, 2 Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 3, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-7726 3333, Fax: 03-7728 5801

Mc Orange Institute 54-56 Jalan Hang Lekiu, 50100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2031 9898, Fax: 03-2032 2282

Metropolitan College 1 Jalan Subang Utama, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-5634 4711, Fax: 03-5634 4718

Monash University Malaysia 2 Jalan College Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya, 46150 Selangor
Tel: Call 03-5636 0600, Fax: 03-5636 0622

MSC International College Lot 3.66D 3rd Floor, The Summit, Persiaran Kewajipan USJ 1, 47600 UEP Subang Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8600 1777, Fax: 03-8600 1999

Olympia College Wisma Budiman, Persiaran Raja Chulan, 50200 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2050 3688, Fax: 03-2050 3689

One Academy - Here and here28 Jalan PJS 11/28A, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-5637 5510, Fax: 03-5637 5508

Open University MalaysiaJalan Tun Ismail, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2773 2002, Fax: 03-2697 8824

Professional Advancement Achievement Centre B-7-8, Block B, Unit 8, 7th Floor, Megan Avenue II, 12 Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2710 6606, Fax: 03-2710 6610

PRIME College 4th Floor, The Summit, Persiaran Kewajipan USJ 1, 47600 UEP Subang Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8600 1888, Fax: 03-8600 1999

PTPL College Block A Equestrian 13/25, Off Persiarann Sukan, Seksyen 13, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-5513 6688, Fax: 03-5513 5888

Reliance College - Travel and Tourism SchoolA-2-3, 2nd Floor, Block A, Megan Avenue I, 189, Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2161 4818, Fax: 03-2166 4980

RIMA College 54 Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2072 2055, Fax: 03-2070 3119

SAL College: here and here1 Jalan 9/27A, Section 5, Wangsa Maju, 53300 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-4142 2422, Fax: 03-4142 4822

SAE Institute Malaysia - Audio and media technology 10-1, Jalan USJ 9/5R,Subang Business Center, 47620 Subang Jaya
Tel: Call 03-8024 0935, Fax: 03-8024 9650

SEG International Group 10th Floor, Menara Summit, Persiaran Kewajipan USJ 1, 47600 UEP Subang Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8026 5888, Fax: 03-8026 5999

Selangor International Islamic University CollegeBandar Seri Putra, Bangi, 43000 Kajang, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8925 4251, Fax: 03-8926 8462

Sentral Education GroupSuite CS/3A/2, Level 2, Block 3A, Plaza Sentral, Jalan Stesen Sentral 5, 50470 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2274 2278, Fax: 03-2274 2279

SIT International College (formerly Sepang Institute of Technology)Level 5, Klang Parade, 2112, Jalan Meru, 41050 Klang, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-3343 0628, Fax: 03-3343 0240

Stamford College Lot 7A Jalan 223, Section 14, 46100 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-7955 1563, Fax: 03-7958 2087

Summit International College Lot 3.66d 3rd Floor, The Summit, Persiaran Kewajipan USJ 1, 47600 UEP Subang Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8600 1777, Fax: 03-8600 1999

Sunway University College 5 Jalan College, Bandar Sunway, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-7491 8622, Fax: 03-5635 8630

Systematic College Bangunan Systematic, 33-35 Jalan Hang Lekiu, 50100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2070 2078, Fax: 03-2034 2759

Taylor's College 1 Jalan SS15/8, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-5636 2641, Fax: 03-5634 5209

TM Multimedia College - Telekom Training College Jalan Gurney Kiri, 54100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-2020 6611, Fax: 03-2693 1812

TPM Academy Technology Park Malaysia, Lebuhraya Puchong Sg. Besi, 57000 Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-8998 5001, Fax: 03-8998 4082

University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus Jalan Broga, 43500 Semenyih, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-8924 8000, Fax: 03-8924 8001

University College Sedaya International1 Jalan Menara Gading, UCSI Heights, Cheras 56000, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: Call 03-9101 8880, Fax: 03-9102 3606

Workers Institute of Technology CollegeJalan Banting, Off Jalan Pandamaran, 42000 Port Klang, Selangor
Tel: Call 03-3168 8859, Fax: 03-3167 5046

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