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TripAdvisor: Islamic Arts Museum is top in Malaysia Updated: Thursday September 18, 2014 MYT 7:02:19 AM

KUALA LUMPUR: The Islamic Arts Museum was named the top museum in Malaysia and 10th in Asia under the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards for museums around the globe.

The awards honour top travel spots worldwide based on the millions of reviews received from TripAdvisor travellers to Asia, Europe, South America, South Pacific, the United Kingdom, the United States and Malaysia. Award winners were determined using an algorithm that took into account the quantity and quality of reviews for museums worldwide, gathered over a 12-month period.

In Malaysia, the Pinang Peranakan Museum, the Baba & Nyonya House Museum in Malacca, Royal Selangor Pewter Factory and Visitor Centre, Petrosains Science Discovery Centre and Sarawak Museum were among the top 10 travellers’ choice museums.“Some of the world’s most significant cultural institutions are represented within the Travellers’ Choice museums, thanks to the feedback shared by millions of travellers around the world,” said chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor, Barbara Messing, in a statement yesterday.Featuring some of the world’s finest art, scientific discoveries and historical events, these world-class attractions offered both educational and enriching experiences, Messing said.

Meanwhile, the Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, Shaanxi, China; Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Hiroshima, Japan, were the top three museums in Asia. — Bernama

Penang Durian Fair 01 Jun 2014 – 31 Jul 2014

Durian lovers should not miss the Penang Durian Fair where the King of Fruits is featured as the main item. Savour fresh durians categorised according to grades as well as sumptuous delicacies made from durians. Known as the "King of Fruits" in Southeast Asia, the durian is a large fruit with a green or brown thorny husk. The colour of its flesh ranges from pale yellow to red and possesses a distinctive strong odour and rich taste. Due to the unique landscape and cooling weather in Balik Pulau, home to durian plantations in Penang, Penang-grown durians are considered to be one of the best in the world. Tease your taste buds with different types of durians such as the legendary "Ang He". 'Hor Lor', 'Musang King' and more during the fair at Anjung Indah in Balik Pulau where famous Penang estates exhibit and sell their prized durians.Although it is an acquired taste for the uninitiated, this controversial fruit will win the hearts of those who are brave enough to try!

Venue: 

Anjung Indah, Balik Pulau & Penang Times Square

Organiser: 

Penang Tourism Development & Culture Office

Level 53, KOMTAR, George Town, 10503 Penang

Kuala Lumpur Festival 01 Jul 2014 – 31 Jul 2014

An exciting annual event, the Kuala Lumpur Festival features a colourful line-up of activities and performances. Launched in the year 2006, the event has united Malaysians from all walks of life through the spirit of creativity and solidarity. Phone: +603-26127600 Fax: +603-26935114

1Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival 28 Jun 2014 – 01 Sep 2014

Shopaholic alert! One of the three major shopping seasons in the country is back with mega shopping excitement, dining options, endless entertainment and fun-filled activities! Shop, eat and celebrate!

Venue: Throughout Malaysia

Phone: +603-2614 8691

TRAIL: Melaka World Heritage City Celebration by UNESCO 07 Jul 2014

Melaka was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage City in July 2008. The anniversary of this historic occasion is celebrated with a host of cultural activities and an array of delectable traditional cuisine that is unique to the state. As the celebration takes place, the well-preserved heritage buildings, cultural enclaves and local attraction spots will be swarming with tourists for all over the world.

Venue Melaka City Melaka Organiser Melaka Historic City Council (MBMB)