Gurun Electric Conventer Temple
In order to tie together the power grids of Thailand and Malaysia in 2001 and 2002, a 110 km-long DC powerline with an operating voltage of 300 kV was built. In order to tie everything together properly, huge, sophisticated devices for converting AC into DC and back again were necessary. Typically, these machines are installed in a large hall with the appearance of other electrical equipment facilities, which is to say, those that are not very opulent or eye-catching.
Completed in 2004, this suspended bridge is built on top of the Machinchang mountain. Accessible from the Top Station, the bridge is suspended from a 82m high single pylon, hangs at about 100m above ground and it can accommodate up to 250 people at the same time. It swings out over the landscape to give visitors a unique spatial experience, and to bring them into otherwise unattainable locations, above virgin jungle with spectacular views. Notably, in contrast to a straight bridge, where the end is always monotonously in sight, a curved bridge offers spectacularly changing perspective that reinvent themselves, as one proceeds along it.
Measuring at 125m in length, the structure ranks among the world’s longest curve suspension bridge and constructing it was not an easy feat as the solutions had to factor the following critical elements; structural balancing from a single point (top of the pylon), optimal weight management and load distribution, pre-fabrication of bridge and on site installation. The entire bridge, in all its elements had to be lifted to the top of the mountain by helicopter and was later assembled to its current position.
Price for SkyBridge is RM5.00 for adult and RM3.00 for children. Currently, ticket can be purchased at SkyBridge Ticketing Counter at Top Station. (2017)
Said to be the longest free span, curved bridge most spetacular pedestrian bridges in the world and is also one of the top 10 landmarks in Malaysia.
Berjaya Times Square Kuala Lumpur
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The hall of Gurun, which sites at the end of the Malaysian powerline, is designed like a Chinese temple, and is an exception to the rule. If it weren’t surrounded by high-voltage electrical equipment and powerlines, you would think that the hall of Gurun served as a place for prayer. The hall - and the powerlines it ties together - went into service in June 2002. The HVDC connection is a monopolar overhead line with a maximum transmission rate of 300 megawatts.
Thailand and Malaysia have long enjoyed close cooperation, particularly in the energy sector, which has significantly contributed to the enjoy security and development of both nations. Among those cooporative efforts is the interconnection of transmission networks. The interconnection, which represents the first cross-border DC link in the ASEAN region is an important steppingstone to the realization of the ASEAN power grid which will significantly enhance the greater energy security and economic integration of the region.
Tua Pek Kong Temple (Sibu, Malaysia)
The distinctive Seven Story Pagoda is a famous landmark in downtown Sibu, dating back to 1870, with most of the recognizable features added in 1897. The temple miraculously survived the 1928 fire that destroyed most of the city, but was badly damaged by Allied bombing in WWII. It has been rennovated several times since.
If you ever wanted to visit an old Chinese temple, this is it. Sitting on a foothill and commanding the view over the river and Main Bazaar, the ornately decorated Tua Pek Kong Temple, which was one of the few buildings that survived the 1884 Great Fire of Kuching, is said to have the best Feng Shui location in the city. It is believed to date back to 1843 and has been on official records since 1876. Various traditional festivals are held here every year, including the famous Wang Kang Festival to commemorate the dead.
Langkawi Sky Bridge
Completed in 2004, this suspended bridge is built on top of the Machinchang mountain. Accessible from the Top Station, the bridge is suspended from a 82m high single pylon, hangs at about 100m above ground and it can accommodate up to 250 people at the same time. It swings out over the landscape to give visitors a unique spatial experience, and to bring them into otherwise unattainable locations, above virgin jungle with spectacular views. Notably, in contrast to a straight bridge, where the end is always monotonously in sight, a curved bridge offers spectacularly changing perspective that reinvent themselves, as one proceeds along it.
Measuring at 125m in length, the structure ranks among the world’s longest curve suspension bridge and constructing it was not an easy feat as the solutions had to factor the following critical elements; structural balancing from a single point (top of the pylon), optimal weight management and load distribution, pre-fabrication of bridge and on site installation. The entire bridge, in all its elements had to be lifted to the top of the mountain by helicopter and was later assembled to its current position.
Price for SkyBridge is RM5.00 for adult and RM3.00 for children. Currently, ticket can be purchased at SkyBridge Ticketing Counter at Top Station. (2017)
Said to be the longest free span, curved bridge most spetacular pedestrian bridges in the world and is also one of the top 10 landmarks in Malaysia.
Berjaya Times Square Kuala Lumpur
Experience shopping unlike any other at Berjaya Times Square Kuala Lumpur; With 3 thematic shopping areas, a grand musical stairs and an indoor theme park you’ll run out of day before you run out of fun in Kuala Lumpur’s wholesome shopping destination.
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