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Stadium Merdeka

Posted on April 14, 2011 by TV Smith

Muhammad Ali fought at Stadium Merdeka in 1975 and Michael Jackson moonwalked for two nights in 1996. With the newly-crowned National Stadium getting all the attention, the historic landmark ended up languishing on death row… Continue reading →

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Nine Emperor Gods Temple, Ampang

Posted on October 5, 2010 by TV Smith

The Kau Ong Yah Temple in Ampang comes to life, once a year, during the Nine Emperor Gods Festival. For nine days, the temple and its surroundings take on a carnival-like atmosphere with a traditional opera, street processions, dragon dances and giant joss sticks… Continue reading →

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Pustaka Peringatan P. Ramlee

Posted on September 13, 2010 by TV Smith

The residence of the famous entertainer has been converted into a memorial known as Pustaka Peringatan P. Ramlee. Memorabilia, personal artefacts and awards belonging to the legend are on display at this corner bungalow… Continue reading →

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National Monument

Posted on August 31, 2010 by TV Smith

The iconic bronze sculpture is made up of seven warriors standing on top of a pile of fallen enemies. The National Monument or Tugu Peringatan Negara is located in the Lake Gardens of Kuala Lumpur… Continue reading →

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