MALAYSIA, WELCOMING YOU

Last weekend we went for a trip somewhere in Southern Malaysian that known as JOHOR.
The state capital city and royal city of Johor is Johor Bahru.

Johor is also known by its Arabic honorific, Darul Ta'zim, or "Abode of Dignity", and as Johore in English.
Johor is the 5th largest state by land area and 2nd most populous state in Malaysia.
Johor is linked to Singapore via two road connections : the Johor-Singapore Causeway and the Malaysia-Singapore second link.

Based on our research, we foud that Johor is one of the most attraction places for a tourist,
among popular tourist destination in Johor are:

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque constructed between 1892 and 1900
Tebrau – Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple- The world's first Hindu glass temple
Desaru – beaches & golf courses along the South China Sea
Johor Bahru – shopping, night market, colonial/royal district
Endau Rompin National Park – pristine jungle
Kota Tinggi 34 meter waterfall.
Kukup – a fishing village with seafood restaurants built over water
Muar – picturesque riverside town
Seribuat Archipelago – islands with beautiful beaches, coral reefs
Tanjung Piai – the southernmost tip of mainland Asia
Danga Bay – The new waterfront city
Pekan Air Panas – hot springs, waterfall, local fruits available
Bandar Nusajaya – new administration of Johor Government
Bukit Indah – new shopping district, Jusco, Tesco & Giant
Horizon Hills – best Asia pacific golf development 2009 by CNBC
Pulau Dayang – major diving attraction, snorkelling, fishing
Gunung Ledang – legendary mountain/highest peak in South of Peninsula Malaysia, famous of mountain hiking
Ayer Panas Waterfall – Malaysian "Jiu Zai Kou" with crystal clear water from the peak of Gunung Ledang
Tangkak – hometown of famous "Tangkak Beef Noodle", shopping paradise for fabric, served best handmade noodle in the world
Pulau Kukus – This island is close to Pulau Sibu Tengah and popular for snorkelling activity
Tampoi Muniswaran Hindu Temple during Thaipusam
Pasir Gudang Kite Museum
Legoland Malaysia - Opened in early 2013

It is wonderful to known this constitutional monarchy state, surrounded with a generous and friendly people that welcoming people to come and visit Johor.

So, me and my friend decided to take a journey in Pasir Gudang which is known as industrial town that located at the eastern end of the Johor metropolitan area.

Living in hustle and bustle city making most of people did not realize about this small regional in Johor, where international meeting point for a kite lover happened every year, it is called World Kite Festival held on February every year.

Pasir Gudang has been renowned worldwide as the Best Kite Festival Organiser, it is internationally acclaimed event has been hosted continuously since 1995.

Sounds great? Lets start with......

ACCOMODATION

Hotel Selesa

Conveniently located in Pasir Gudang, is brisk walk from Bukit Layang-layang the Festival centre. Hotel Selesa is the Perfect Choice to stay with oustanding facilities and service that will surpass your expectations.

Designed with guest comfort in mind. The 185 room Hotel offer elegantly appointed rooms, exciting range of international cuisine with readily accessible Swimmining Pool, Gymnasium & Sauna with warm personalized service to make you feel at home.

Address:
Jalan Bandar, Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru
81700 Johor, Malaysia
Telephone : +607 251 8899
Fax : +607 251 1901
Email : hotsel@tm.net.my

TRANSPORTATION

By bus

Bus services from major cities and towns run several times to Pasir Gudang Bus Terminal. Bukit Layang-layang is just a brisk walk from the terminal. There are free shuttle services provided from the terminal to the festival site.

By taxis

Johor has lots of metered taxis. However, some drivers will take you around for an agreed fare. The fare is about RM20-RM30 to Pasir Gudang.

taxi services number :
Comfort radio taxi - +607334433
Mawar radio taxi - +6072352020
Public radio taxi - +6072234494

By car

Make your way to Pasir Gudang using the JB-Pasir Gudang Highway and Eastern Dispersal Link (EDL) which about half an hour from Johor Bahru.

PASIR GUDANG KITE MUSEUM (MUZIUM LAYANG-LAYANG)

THE FRONT LOOK OF MUSEUM

operation hours and entrance fee at the front door of museum..

Pasir Gudang Kite Museum is the first museum of it's kind in Malaysia. Situated at Bukit Layang-Layang, exists as a symbol of appreciation to all kite flyers from all over the world. The Pasir Gudang Kite Museum is dedicated to the traditional Malay kite known as the wau.

With the aim to preserve and promote the wau as part of the Malaysian craft heritage, this museum showcases the art of kite-making and displays a collection of traditional kiyes or wau, in spectacular colors and designs.

A lot of effort has to be put in making the kites and wau, and then carry a lot of meanings and stories with them as well.

With an aspiration to preserve our nation heritage, the Pasir Gudang Municipal Council together with the Malaysia Kite Council and The Kite Flyers Association of Johor has established the Pasir Gudang Kite Museum and opened to public on 2002 during the 7th Pasir Gudang International Kite Festival.

GROUND FLOOR

This museum is first of it’s own in Malaysia. It is built for the appreciation towards the contribution of Malaysian craft heritage known as Wau and also international kit flyers. This museum showcases the art of kite-making and displays a collection of traditional kites or Wau in many colours and designs with the aim to preserve and promote the wau as part of the Malaysian craft heritage...

In the museum, they share a lot of information about kites. Such as the history of kites, how to make a kites, International Kites, International Kites Exhibition, The Cronology of the Pasir Gudang International Kite Festival, Festival Gift areas, and audio visual area.

The ground floor share us about :

- history of traditional wau

- shapes of traditional wau

- wau history in Malaysia

- wau accesories

- wau related terminology

- wau making tools

- wau flying gadget

- wau demonstration workshop