Taman Negara - Malaysia's first and largest national park

Taman Negara is a local word which means National Park. So, if you called it Taman Negara National Park, I think it is inappropriate. I advised that you should try not to use National Park behind Taman Negara. The word Taman Negara is sufficient. There are numerous accommodation operators offering good rates for dormitory, chalets and resort room near the main entrance to Taman Negara. The biggest player in the local tourism industry promoting this park is Ping Anchorage, Hans Travel, and a few others. Check out Ping Anchorage's rate along with Hans Travel. Pretty good rate but if you need really budget accommodation, just look for the local chalet operator which offers very very low price. But don't demand too much for the little amount that you are paying though.

So, let me just brief you about Taman Negara.

This national park which was established in 1938, is a showcase of Malaysia unique biodiversity. It is 4,343 sq km (about 1,680 sq m). For birders, there are over 300 species of birds. For animal enthusiast, watch out for the mammals from the hides built for wildlife observation. There are times, when you are lucky you get to see tapir or cipan in local language.

There are numerous trails for you to explore - so stick to the well marked trail and try not to be too adventurous by starting your own trail. Take the boat trips, explore the caves and do a little fishing if you are a die hard angler.

The world's longest canopy walkway is located in Kuala Tahan. Don't miss it. If you want to conquer the highest peak in peninsular Malaysia, try going up Mount Tahan. It takes 7 days 6 nights to go up and down but if you have less time, try the 4 days 3 nights trail which starts from Merapoh.

Zion National Park - Utah, United States

Do you know that Zion NP is the first national park in Utah? What else do you know?

Zion National Park
IUCN Category II (National Park)
Location	Utah, USA
Nearest city	Springdale, Utah and Cedar City, Utah near Kolob Canyons entrance.
Coordinates	37°18′0″N 113°3′0″W / 37.3, -113.05
Area	146,598 acres (593 km²), 143,035.07 acres (579 km²) federal
Established	July 31, 1909
Visitors	2,567,350 (in 2006)
Governing body	National Park Service

Let me just summarize it for you - this information originates from another online encyclopedia. Zion NP is located southwestern side in United States - Utah. The unique feature of this park is its canyon called Zion Canyon. The canyon is 24km in length and almost 800m in depth.

There are 75 species of mammals in which 19 are bats and 32 reptiles species. For birders, there are 289 species of avian life recorded. These wildlife spread throughout the park in 4 different habitats in the national park: desert, riparian, woodland and coniferous forest.

The wildlife that have been reintroduced here are California Condor and Bighorn Sheep.

If you want to find out more, just write to them at Zion National Park Springdale, Utah 84767.

A Guide to Mountains in Indonesia

Check this site. It contains description about the mountains in Indonesia namely - Mt Merapi (2,959m), Mt Merbabu (3,142m), Mt Lawu (3,265m), Mt Sundoro (3,136m), Mt Sumbing (3,371m), Mt Semeru (3,676m), Mt Raung (3,328m), Mt Slamet (3,432m), Mt Rinjani (3,726m) and Mt Kerinci (3,805m).

Unfortunately, the site is written in local language.

Kerinci Seblat National Park

I was browsing the internet to look for a great place in Indonesia. I typed "Kerinci Seblat National Park" and do a google search. Click on the image button because I want to see the view of the area and found this blog site. Then at the bottom of the page, I found the official link to the company that runs tour in Indoneisa. Visit the site at http://www.keumalaholiday.com/



A little info about kerinci seblat:

• one of the strongholds of endangered species like the Sumatran tiger and Sumatran rhinoceros.
• Gunung Kerinci (3,805m) is the highest mountain of Indonesia outside of West Papua.
• Danau Kerinci is beautifully located in the Kerinci valley. The lake covers a total area of 4,200ha.
• Danau Gunung Tujuh (1996 m), the highest volcanic lake in SouthEast Asia is located within the area of the Kerinci Seblat National Park.