Tokguru Musings…

Nancy Eben asked:


A beautiful island nation at the tip of the Malay Penisula nowadays has become a prominent stop off destination for all sorts of tourists from all over world. Few prominent attractions of the Singapore are Bukit Timah Natural Reserve, Chinese and Japanese Garden, East Coast Park, Jurong Bird Park, Chinatown, Little India and many other places. Abdul Gafoor and Al-Abrar are the two most famous mosques amongst tourist in the Singapore. Basically, Abdul Gafoor Mosque is modern form of era old mosque Al-Abrar Mosque. Al-Abrar was originally constructed of wood in 1859 and is commemorated on a granite plaque. The newer form was built in 1907. The newer forms include ornate European-style columns and the sunburst above the main entrance. Discount rate hotels in Singapore are easily accessible in the proximity of mosque. Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is another prominent tourist destination. It is pure primary rainforest approximately one million years old. It has been spread up in more than 81 hectares. The most amusing fact concerning with this nature reserve is free guided tour provided by the national parks Board on the first Sunday of the month at 9:30 and 10:30AM. If someone loves to explore historical facts than one must visit Asian Civilisations Museaum which nicely exhibits Southeast Asian culture highlights the history of the region and explores the Chinese, South Indian, and Islamic heritage that helped to shape regional cultures here. Well-planned galleries showcase fine arts, furniture, porcelain, jade, and other relics with excellent descriptions. Often, a scholar is known as poor person in terms of money and usually a scholar only shows interest in the places like museums and archeological evidences. Hence, numerous Discount Hotels in Singaporeare located in these areas. Most of the times Singapore hotels discount refer to that luxury star hotel which are being offered on discounted rate but the good thing is no compromise with the quality and service of the hotel. Hence, it becomes a wonderful chance to experience the one of the most developed destination in the world. Such sorts of hotels are also available near the globally famous spots like Changi Golf Club, Chinatown Heritage Centre, Singapore Science Centre and Singapore Zoo. Wild Wild Wet is a water park with flumes, raft slides, wave pool, plus lots of water activities for children. Locker rooms, food and beverages are also available here plus trained lifeguards are also available here. One can also enjoy public and sporting events with lots of pleasant activities in the Padang.



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Naveen Marasinghe asked:


 

The Masjid Jamek in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is located at the meeting point of Gombak and Klang rivers. Opened to the public in 1909 by Sultan sire Alauddin Sulaiman Shah, then Sultan of Selangor, the Masjid Jamek is the oldest surviving mosque in Kuala Lumpur. Picturesquely surrounded by coconut palms, the mosque has been constructed to reflect Moorish architecture of the time period. Serene and beautiful, the mosque makes it hard to imagine you are right in the middle of one of the world’s fastest growing cities.

 

Before the Masjid Jamek was built, the Malay Burial Ground was located on site. It was the first Malay cemetery in Kuala Lumpur. Construction of the mosque required the buried to be exhumed, purified and transferred to the Gombak Muslim Cemetery after a prayer session. There’s no record of any protests from the public on this incident, most likely because it was done for religious purposes. The Masjid Jamek was architecturally designed by Arthur Benison Hubback, the assigned government architect of the time. The project cost 32,625 Malaysian Ringgitts, which was a hefty amount in the early 1900s, when the construction first began. The funds were raised by the government and the Malay community’s subscriptions.

 

Although the Masjid Jamek is represented in Moorish architecture, the actual inspiration came from the Mogul mosques in North India. The heavy brick walls and arched colonnades are topped by cupolas and minarets, while the prayer hall is surmounted by three domes. The central dome towers at 70 feet. The prayer hall used to open out onto a lovely courtyard, but now it’s completely roofed. There are two red and white striped minarets located on the two corners. These are identical in design to the umbrella-shaped cupolas on top. Several other small cupolas are located along the entrances and corners of the Masjid Jamek.

 

The Masjid Jamek served as the primary mosque in Kuala Lumpur until 1965, when the national Mosque was opened.

 

Visiting Kuala Lumpur and experiencing its multifaceted atmosphere doesn’t necessarily have to be expensive. You can save a lot of money for activities and tours by staying at a discount hotel. Kuala Lumpur is a magnificent place to see history and modern times existing in harmony. If you are worried about expenses, check out the Citrus Hotel Kuala Lumpur for your accommodation needs. It’s not hard to find a good discount hotel in Kuala Lumpur.

 

 



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Nancy Eben asked:


Jumeirah beach is home to many of Dubai’s best hotels, which are very well renowned in the world. Moreover, the area is heavily populated coastal residential area of Dubai, UAE. Jumeirah Beach is in fact not one beach but a vast long strip of sand with bath temperature waters of the Arabian Gulf. Over the time the public beach has been officially become the private preserve of the ever-increasing series of beachside luxury Jumeirah Beach Hotels Dubai, but this does not stop people to from roaming around where they feel like. To experience the famous beach Dubai hotels Jumeirah beach are ideally located with excellent facilities. The long stretch of public beach offers a beautiful setting, with its clean white sand, crystal clear seawater and bath-temperature surf.

On of the most exclusive parts of Dubai Jumeirah Beach has resulted in using the Jumeirah name as a brand which denotes exclusivity. This area of Dubai is very popular for its exclusive and large properties as well as many modest town houses built in a variety of architectural styles. The area has become home to a majority of European and Western emigrants working in the oil and real estate industry. Even tourists visiting Dubai, make it a point to visit Jumeirah Beach and with the government of Dubai coming up with numerous modern hotels such as the Jumeirah Beach Hotel and the world famous Burj Al Arab and a host of attractions has certainly made it a destination for tourists. As the history goes, the Arabs living in the Jumeirah area were fishermen, pearl divers and traders, but the Jumeirah area became the focus for the western expatriate residences, and today the area is undergoing a huge growth in housing developments.

Tourist Attractions in Jumeirah Beach

Jumeirah Beach

Of the many beaches in Dubai Jumeirah beach is the most famous and equally popular among the tourists. The beach is a long stretch of beach on the Arabian Gulf bordered by line of Jumeirah Beach Hotels Dubai and private clubs. The beaches of Jumeirah have soft white sand and the shallow waters of the Arabian Gulf touching the shores, creates mystical and magical atmosphere. For some fun and adventure one gets to enjoy a host of water sports here like windsurfing, water-skiing, sailing and even scuba diving.

Jumeirah Mosque

Jumeirah Mosque is the most famous mosque in this part of Dubai and even the most photographed building in the city. This building is a striking example of modern Islamic architecture, which was built along medieval Fatimid lines. The building is built entirely of stone, the mosque and its two minarets are unique. With the use of subtle lighting, the building looks made more attractive at night. Non-Muslims are not allowed to enter mosques in Dubai, although they can enter this one if on an organized tour.

Jumeirah Centre

Located on the outskirts of the city, Jumeirah Centre is a favorite with both visitors and residents alike. The mall is located on the Beach Road close to the Jumeirah Mosque. It shopping center has been so designed as to make the shopper feel comfortable while going through the extensive range of shops. A shopping trip to Jumeirah Centre offers a wide range of fashion accessories, whether from the boutiques, the shoe shop, the opticians of the watch shops – all of the finest quality.

Palm Islands

Palm islands ate three islands, which have become one of Dubai’s main attractions in the area of Jumeirah Beach. It is said that the three islands, are visible from the moon, form the largest manmade islands in the world. The first of the island Palm Jumeirah features a number of hotels as well as private residences, whereas the Palm Jebel Ali is slated to have more leisure facilities, including an aquatic theme park, when it opens in 2008. The third of the islands, Palm Deira, will be more equipped towards residential use with over 7,000 villas, and will be the largest of the islands.

Wild Wadi Dubai

For hours of fun and pleasure, situated between Burj Al Arab and the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Wild Wadi Dubai offers jus that. It is an exciting, state-of-the-art water park where an unforgettable adventure awaits. The water park is an absolute delight for thrill-seekers and families alike.



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