We went to Malaysia and Singapore-- it was a treat from Dad for our birthdays.
Reaching New Heights in Malaysia. We visited the Batu Cave, site to century-old Hindu temples built in a cave on top of a mountain. We climbed steep flight of 300 steps to get to the top- whew! On the way up, an additional sight were the monkeys which were all over- sitting and loitering on the stairs.
It was eerie in the temples in the cave-- yet the silence and the cool breeze provided a perfect resting place especially after that long climb.
It is said that these temples were discovered by K. Thamboosamy an Indian trader in the 1800s. However, they became famous only after it was discovered by the American Naturalist, William Hornaday in 1878.
Next stop was the tallest built building in the world-- the Petronas Tower! Total coolness! Although, we could see the towers' grandeur from Granny's laundry room, it was more magnificent up close! We rode the MRT to get to the city capital Kuala Lumpur where the towers are. We were so excited especially that it was Diego's first time to see and actually be in the towers!
Singapore Galore. Off to the Night Safari ofcourse! It was a great time learning and seeing all sorts of wild cats-- tigers, jaguars, leopards, lions, etc... Diego's favorite animals! We also did a walking tour which brought us to the nocturnal world of bats, owls, tarsiers among others.
When in Singapore, do as the Singaporeans LAH! And so we did-- walked the whole stretch of Orchard Road, enjoyed street food at the Hawker's Market, strolled along Clark Quay, got on cable car to Sentosa (where a visit to the UnderWater World Aquarium is a must!) traveled via the MRT, went to Jurong to enjoy some "snow"--- brrr! Admittedly, this was our most favorite part of the trip! Sliding through the snow and snow fighting!!!
Other highlights of our trip to Sentosa were the 4D pirate movie and log ride, watching the Dolphin Show and a tour of Fort Siloso. We learned that Fort Siloso was Singapore's last frontier in WWII, and its story resembles that of our Corregidor.
We sure had tons of fun! Dad-- thanks for making our 8th and 5th birthdays nothing less than a BLAST!
Congratulations to our Dad!!!
It is said that these temples were discovered by K. Thamboosamy an Indian trader in the 1800s. However, they became famous only after it was discovered by the American Naturalist, William Hornaday in 1878. 
Next stop was the tallest built building in the world-- the Petronas Tower! Total coolness! Although, we could see the towers' grandeur from Granny's laundry room, it was more magnificent up close! We rode the MRT to get to the city capital Kuala Lumpur where the towers are. We were so excited especially that it was Diego's first time to see and actually be in the towers! 
When in Singapore, do as the Singaporeans LAH! And so we did-- walked the whole stretch of Orchard Road, enjoyed street food at the Hawker's Market, strolled along Clark Quay, got on cable car to Sentosa (where a visit to the UnderWater World Aquarium is a must!) traveled via the MRT, went to Jurong to enjoy some "snow"--- brrr! Admittedly, this was our most favorite part of the trip! Sliding through the snow and snow fighting!!!
Other highlights of our trip to Sentosa were the 4D pirate movie and log ride, watching the Dolphin Show and a tour of Fort Siloso. We learned that Fort Siloso was Singapore's last frontier in WWII, and its story resembles that of our Corregidor.
