Dive At Sipadan Island

Malaysia has long made the region a leading Sipadan dive claimed as the best diving areas in the world. In addition to Sipadan, the other islands so the attraction is the island of Mabul and Kapalai, located side by side with a distance of about 15 minutes by speed boat.

Mabul island for example, by the Government of Malaysia known as one of the greatest macro-photography site in the world. The island is located in the crystal clear waters of the Celebes Sea, not far from the coast of Sabah is surrounded by coral reefs that slope depth of between 2 to 30 meters. Island area of ​​approximately 20 hectares is larger than Sipadan island and is home to the Bajau Sea is one of the indigenous ethnic Sabah State.

While Sipadan island to island so proud of and is claimed to be the world's best dive sites. Outside of large claims, the dive sites here is world class, with more than 3,000 species of fish and hundreds of coral species recorded. In 2002, the island resort has been closed to protect the environment, so visitors must stay on the islands around it, such as Mabul, Kapalai or Semporna, and boarded a boat to Sipadan for diving.

Currently, the Malaysian government has shut down the existing building resort in Sipadan anyway, because now Sipadan is a protected island, only 120 divers must dive per day, so if you want to dive in the area you should long ago filed a desire to apply through a travel agent is in Semporna, based on an approved list that you just can do activities such region.

Make sure you consult with dive operators about the completeness of the license, as some companies found dives without permission. Sipadan is surrounded by many inhabitants of coral, sea turtles and sharks fin with white that often appear on each dive at a depth of 10-30 meters and lebih.Menyelam diving is a major activity in the area of ​​Mabul, Kapalai and Sipadan are diving and snorkeling can be done throughout the year.

In the area there are three Pulau Mabul resort providing lodging for scuba divers - two located on the island while the other one is located on an oil rig that has been converted usefulness of approximately 500 meters from the beach. All of the resort can arrange day excursions to the neighboring islands of Sipadan and Kapalai Island.

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8 night market in asia with delicious food

The night markets in several countries not only crowded because it sells a variety of typical items, but also delicious food typical of the country. Here are 8 night market in Asia with the most delicious food.

In some countries, such as Taiwan, Thailand and Singapore, the night market became crowded places of interest and tourist attractions. There, you can see various kinds of goods typical of the country and interacted with local residents. Not only that, the night market is also a great place for tourists who like to hunt culinary specialties.


1. Galabo, Solo, Indonesia

Being in the first position, there Gladag Langan Bogan or commonly called Galabo. This is the dining area to the east of the Roundabout Gladag, or exactly on Jl Mayor Sunaryo, which is only open at night. During the day, the street serves as a highway. While at night, the area is closed and transformed into a typical night market snack Solo.

Coming to there, tourists can see many stalls selling a variety of food menu. Among the most sought-after food is satay and cabuk rambak beggar. Sate puppy is gembus satay beef or tempeh are cooked bacem and burned. Usually served with peanut sauce.

Besides satay puppy, you will also find cabuk rambak. It is a rice cake that is cut thin and served on a banana leaf. At first glance, it looks like cabuk rambak lontong seasoning, but the difference is the sauce. Sambal cabuk rambak made of sesame.

Enjoy satay beggar and cabuk rambak Solo evening while enjoying the atmosphere certainly feels good. Especially if you come on the weekend.At that time, Galabo will present live music as entertainment, and do not forget hotspot. Exciting!

2. Market Night Rat Island, Penang, Malaysia

Not only Indonesia, neighboring countries, namely Malaysia also has a night market where hunting delicacies. Is Rat Island Night Market, the name of a bustling tourist market, especially lovers of culinary tourism.

Despite its name 'islands', in fact the night markets are not in the island. It's just called a region located in Jl Market, Penang. Every night, the area is bustling stalls occupied menjajakkan delicious food.

One of the most popular or considered the most delicious char kway teow is. Actually, the food is just like Shahe fen you normally enjoy. Only, the food is served with peanut sauce, fresh shrimp, scallops, bean sprouts, and scallions. Typically, char kway teow was served on a banana leaf, and become the most popular food in there.

3. Night Market, Khao San, Bangkok

Thailand also has a famous night market for culinary trademark. Night Market, Khao San is one of the night markets are always crowded with tourists at Bangkok, Thailand. The market has many culinary delights that are ready to fill your stomach. Some of them are Pad Thai, grilled sausages, roasted corn, and barbecue cart.

But want to know what is the most hunted culinary? Insects fried of course. Yes, the night market is located on Jl famous Khao San is heard culinary extreme form of fried insects, such as crickets, grasshoppers, caterpillars and cockroaches fat. Hii!!

When detikTravel visiting, meals sold in the extreme shanties cart with light bulbs that illuminate. Tourists were lined up to see the food that attract attention. Some are bought, some are just taking photos. Simply issuing 35 Baht (U.S. $ 11,000) a serving, you can feel renyahnya chew some kind of insect. Not only that, tourists who want to capture through the lens of the camera is also required to pay, which is 10 Baht (USD 3,200).

4. Shilin Night Market, Taiwan

Here comes the night market's most often mentioned tourists, and so one of the mandatory destination when to Taipei, Taiwan, Shilin Night Market name. The market is located at Jl Wenlin-Dadong, Taipei has long been known as a place selling delicious food specialties Taiwan. One of the famous is oa misua. This is typical of the Chinese noodles were thin broth, garlic and oyster.

Besides oa misua, there's more snacks that are no less delicious, that Douhua. It is a drink that contains balls of chewy tapioca starch and syrup. In winter, Douhua be served warm, summer Douhua otherwise be served cold with shaved ice.

Besides oa misua, there was one more typical hawker Shilin Night Market are not to be missed, the Stinky Tofu or Chou Tou Fu. detikTravel also had food tasting this some time ago.

At first glance, similar to Stinky Tofu out Sumedang fried. Only, this idea is presented more varied, which is steamed and roasted, then flavored with spicy, sliced ​​vegetables and soya sauce. Buyers who want to know the taste and smell should be lining up to spend only 50 NT or about Rp 15 thousand per pack to 6 pieces out.

Come to Shilin Night Market, you will not only find the food delicious, but also a variety of typical items while enjoying delicious snacks, do not miss to buy cute trinkets that are on the market tonight, like shirts, funky helmet and umbrella shape of the bottle is rapidly adopted many.

5. Huaxi Night Market, Taiwan

Taiwan is studded night market, after Shilin, there is still one more night market, which Huaxi Night Market. This market is often referred to as Snake Alley night market. So called because the market is populated by a lot of restaurants that sell processed meat snakes, lizards, and other animals, as detikTravel see when it comes to the market this evening some time ago.

You can see a restaurant with food this extreme since it first entered the gate the night market. Various animals such as lizards python to display in the window. Maybe for some tourists, the food is very extreme or even terrible, but not for the people of Taiwan. According to them, snakes and lizards bring health benefits, because that's what these animals are consumed.

The market is located on Jl Huaxi, next to the pagoda Longshan not just filled with a variety of culinary extremes, but also typical Taiwanese snacks. Call it a typical Chinese cotton candy, peanuts, corn on the cob and roasted, and the various ice cream. Being around, now when indulging in a relaxing massage at a place of reflection. Nyamaaan!

6. Temple Street Night Market, Hong Kong

Not only Taiwan, Hong Kong also has a lively night market. Is the Temple Street Night Market in Jordan District, Kowloon, Hong Kong one night markets bustling tourists.

When detikTravel visited some time ago, seen a lot of tourists wara-Wiri in the market to look for souvenirs typical of Hong Kong. There are many types of souvenirs that can be hunted, just call and chopsticks keychain funny. Both of souvenirs can be purchased for both the low price of USD 10-20 range (Rp 11-25 thousand).

Not only famous as a shopping souvenirs, Temple Street Night Market, also known as the home of all kinds of Chinese dishes. You also need to sign and try one of the menu offered, perhaps seafood dishes to choose from.

Interested in coming? Tourists can reach it by using the MTR or bus. If you ride the MTR, you can get off at Jordan station B1 door. However, when riding the bus, get off at the stop traveler Temple Street Jordan or Shanghai Street.

7. Chinatown, Singapore

If looking for delicious dishes in Singapore, you can come to the night market in Chinatown. Chinatown was originally a center of Chinese immigrants to live and settle in Singapore. But now this place has developed into a must-visit tourist traveler.

There are many reasons why tourists come to Chinatown, no one wanted to buy souvenirs, there is also a culinary wish. Yes, Chinatown is one of the locations to hunt for delicious food in Singapore. One of the restaurant was filled with Smith Street.

Smith Street has a special area for food vendors, Chinatown Food Street name. There, you can find a variety of food from around the world such as China and also a variety of foods halal food. For Chinese foods, tourists can enter the restaurant Tak Po with the main menu of dim sum and porridge.

For you who are looking for halal food, you can come to the Taj Authentic Indian Cuisine in South Bridge Road, which is located on the roadside. Taj serves all types of cuisine rich Indian spices and halal of course. So which one would you choose?

8. Night Market, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Market last night which was also filled with delicious food stalls are Phnom Penh Night Market. As the name implies, the night market is located in the City Phonm Penh, the Cambodian capital. Precisely located in Preah Kossamak Mohaksat Treiyani, Phnom Penh before the old market, which is Phsar Chas.

The market is open from 17:00 pm until midnight. Unlike other fairs that are usually open daily routine, Phnom Penh Night Market is only open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Even so, the night market is always crowded with tourists, especially foreign tourists. They hunt typical Cambodian souvenirs, and of course culinary tour.

There are many food stalls standing Phnom Penh Night Market. Their average menjajakkan various meatballs made satay, chicken, bacon, and other processed vegetables. Want to know what the most popular tourist? Of course, a variety of candied fruits and vegetables.

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The Best Markets in southeast asia

Needless to Europe, Southeast Asia much of a market for shopping paradise. A wide range of beautiful trinkets, clothes, to jewelry you can get. In addition to Chatuchak in Bangkok, these 4 markets other cheap!

Fun again, many markets in Southeast Asia with the price of cheap goods. Although cheap, the quality is no less. In addition, each country's markets, you can also sample a variety of culinary specialties. Get ready to spend in-in to buy up the groceries!

Here are the best markets in Southeast Asia to target your spending in the year 2013:

1. Chatuchak Weekend Market, Thailand

Chatuchak Weekend Market, Thailand

Traveling to Thailand, must report to the Chatuchak Weekend Market in Bangkok, Thailand. This market is very popular among the world traveler. Chatuchak market is cheap in Bangkok!

There are approximately 10,000 kiosk that you can find in Chatuchak. At each stall, you can find a wide range of tempting items, such as shirts that read Thailand, souvenirs such as key chains, figurines, accessories such as bracelets and necklaces, to halal food. Do not forget to try the tom yam was delicious.

Remember, prepare cash while shopping in this market. Therefore, the seller does not accept payment by credit card. In addition, the market is only open at weekends or just open every Saturday and Sunday starting at 09.00 local time. The market is near the MRT station KamphaengPhet. Prepare apt bargaining stance and extra stamina, because this market has a vast 11 acres!

2. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Thailand

Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, Thailand

Still in Thailand, in addition to Chatuchak, you must come to the Chiang Mai Night Bazzar in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The market is located in the city center on the banks of the Ping River. The market is also a backpacker's paradise is a vacation in the White Elephant Affairs.

This market also has plenty of stalls and traders who held his wares in the street. Besides a variety of accessories, you can find silk, jewelry and electronic devices such as TVs, CD and DVD player here. A wide range of Thai and Asian food can you taste here.

From downtown Chiang Mai, you can hire a tuktuk for 20 Baht (about U.S. $ 6,500) to come to this market. Make a selection, because a lot of good stuff you can find.

3. LuangPrabang Night Market, Laos
 

LuangPrabang Night Market, Laos

Who said that Laos does not have a cheap market and famous? Come to LuangPrabang Night Market, LuangPrabang, Laos. The market is located at JalanSisavangvong, close to the Royal Palace Museum. LuangPrabang Night Market is open from 5:00 p.m. to 22:00 pm local time.

At night, a couple of kilometers of roads were closed and turned into market arena. There are more than 300 sellers of handicraft items in there. Craft items such as beautiful ceramics, antiques, paintings, coffee and tea, blankets, shoes, silver, until the bag.

This market is famous for its hospitality merchants. Although only a few who can speak English, they will help you to make a choice. Bargaining is the norm here. Also, do not forget to sample the culinary variety in there to fill your stomach.

4. China Town, Malaysia

Chinatown, Malaysia

If you are a vacation in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, stop into China Town. This shopping center imitation goods KW alias. Various items ranging from branded bags to Rolex KW scattered here. detikTravel been to this place some time ago.

China Town district is in JalanPetaling. The price here is very skewed, branded bags such as Louis Vuitton Channel up only priced at RM 40 to 100 RM. Hours fake Rolex was sold at RM 80.

Hundreds of street vendors always meetsJalanPetaling. You can have a look first to make a choice. Various restaurants will tempt you. This area is a paradise shopping in Kuala Lumpur.

5. Angkor Night Market, Cambodia
 

Angkor Night Market, Cambodia

Speaking of Cambodia, certainly not far from the Angkor Wat temple which is the most famous and a landmark Cambodia. In addition, apparently in the temple area there are some famous traditional market cheap. One is the Angkor Night Market in Siem Reap, Cambodia.

The market is only open evenings and is located in the city of Siem Reap, or just a ten minute walk from Siem Reap Old Market. The night market sells a variety of unique souvenir of Cambodia, spices, fresh food, and home furnishings. The market is also friendly to the backpacker know!

Besides shopping, do not forget to blend in with the traveler from different world and locals. There are plenty of bars and restaurants around the region.

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7 World's Largest Water Park

Recreational swimming is probably the most demanding tourists. However, in addition to a comfortable swimming, visitors are usually looking for large ponds and unique, like the seven largest water park in the world below!When the holidays arrive, many tourists who make the water park as their vacation spot. In addition to swimming pools, water parks usually also provide a skateboard and a variety of other rides to attract visitors to come.Here are seven of the largest water park in the world:

1. Water Country, USA 
Water Country is a vehicle pool that is located in Virginia, USA. Water park was already there since 1950 ago. While visiting here, maybe just the fun that you can feel.Not only spacious and comfortable pool, the water park there are also other exciting rides. One of the most popular with visitors are free to slide on a skateboard water. Interestingly, you do not slide with the tires, but inside the capsule.When summer comes, you will probably feel frustrated while on the Water Country. Here, you can always find a way to make the body feel cooler.

2. Wet n 'Wild Water World, Australia 
Wet n 'Wild water park is the largest in Australia, located in Oxenford Queensland. Unlike the usual swimming pool, Wet n 'Wild you can enjoy throughout the year alias is never closed.For those who like a challenge, you are very fit to come here. At the water park rides are available which can stimulate adrenaline. One of the most interesting is the Tornado. You will be taken around in circles in the air before it plunged into the pool.In addition, there is a funnel-shaped surfboard that will get you into the pool.

3. Las Cascada Water Park, Caribbean
 Las Cascada Water Park is a vehicle pool that has existed since 1985. This pool is the largest water park in the Caribbean, located in Puerto Rico.Soak all day in the swimming pool during the summer seems to be fun here. However, if you want to feel something more interesting, you can try the sled gliding across the water is fun.

 4. Noah's Ark Water Park, USA 
Well, if this one is the largest water park in the United States, his name is Noah's Ark Waterpark, located in Wisconsin. Unmitigated, this water park has more than 60 sled. Wow!One of the most famous sled is the Time Warp. From a height of more than 70 feet (about 21 meters), you will be taken down and slammed the water slide at the pool.An area of ​​70 hectares of water park offers everything you need in the summer, like two waves in the surrounding pond. Not only that, here also provided a vehicle for children's playground and a swimming lagoon.

5. Schlitterbahn, US
 In addition to Noah's Ark Waterpark, the United States also has the Schlitterbahn water park. To be located in Texas. In German, Schlitterbahn means slippery roads.When you beada in Texas, you'll have no trouble if you want to visit this water park. Therefore, the Schlitterbahn water park opened three other located in South Padre, San Antonio, and the most beautiful is in Galveston.

6. World Water Park, Canada 
City of Edmonton, Canada is one of the largest shopping center in the world. Here you can find just about anything you're looking for. Including a large water park and fun.Who would have thought, at the Edmonton Mall water park there are so magnificent, the World Water Park. This indoor water park has become one of the favorite recreation places in Canada.

7. Sunway Lagoon, Malaysia
 If the water park before it was too far away to reach, you need not worry. Neighboring countries, Malaysia was also a water park that is very interesting.Sunway Lagoon is the largest water park in Malaysia, specifically Kuala Lumpur. Interestingly, this water park has three themes of the playing area, namely the world of adventure, the waters of Africa, and even the theme of the movie Wild Wild West was also there.In addition to swimming and playing slide, you can sunbathe on the beach like. Sunway Lagoon provides an arena that resembles the beach complete with white sand and palm trees.

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