Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa are two of the five ancient cities of Sri Lanka, which forms part of the cultural triangle, along with Sigiriya, Dambulla and Kandy. They are Sri Lanka’s most ancient kingdoms and are both World’s UNESCO Heritage sites. However, most people do not have the time or enthusiasm to visit both ruined cities, and so do...
Being located at the south of India, I had always thought that Sri Lanka was like a mini version of India. So, when I found flight promo to Sri Lanka, I bought it without hesitation. After all, it’s always good to explore somewhere milder before I see India. "If I can survive Sri Lanka, then I can try...
Every year at the end of December, I take a trip down memory lane, recalling my journey for the year, penning down what I’ve done, where I’ve been, and planning what and where I would head to the following year. It’s a habit ever since I moved to Singapore in 2014. First, as a short post on Facebook,...
KorGa (Korbu-Gayong) KorGa (also known as Korbu and Gayong) are the two G7 of Peninsular Malaysia (G7 = 7 highest summit of Peninsular Malaysia, above 7000 feet). (G2) Gunung Korbu 2183m / 7162ft (G4) Gunung Gayong 2173m / 7129ft I first heard about G7 after my Mount Tahan hike in 2016, thanks to fellow Tahan hikers who keep...
Ever wanted to hike a mountain but you are worry about your fitness? You are drawn to those beautiful view at the top of the peak but hiking for several hours sounds too challenging? ...
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Located at the tail end of Titiwangsa Range, Gunung Besar Hantu is the highest mountain in Negeri Sembilan with the height of 1462m (4797 ft). Dubbed the Titiwangsa Arch, the mountain marks the border between Pahang and Negeri Sembilan. During the Malayan Emergency (Zaman Darurat), the communists were believed to have used a ‘rat trail’ at the foot...
Named after a stream near Gunung Suku and Gunung Irau, Trans Jerging is a full day hike in Cameron Highlands, crossing though four mountains namely, Suku, Irau, Yellow and Pass, in that order. In the past, hikers normally spend 3D2N for a leisurely camping trip as the alpine climate of Cameron Highlands is such a pleasant escape from...
Gunung Panti is no stranger to most regular hikers, especially Johorians and Singaporeans. It’s the second most popular day hike destination, apart from Gunung Pulai due to its proximity to JB and Singapore and its easy to access trail head. However, most people only trek via the forest trail, the same one I hiked a couple of months ago....
*Note: Pulau Sembilan has been closed indefinitely with effect from 1 Apr 2017. Reopen date yet to be confirmed* How often does Facebook memories remind you of a wonderful trip and you go “Oh my god, I miss the trip so much!” or “Hey, I miss these guys”? ...
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December 31, 2020. 10pm. 2 hours to the end of 2020. 2 hours 1 second to the year 2021. Before the clock strikes 12, it's time of the y...
