archaeotourism

Nearly intact Buddha statue predating Angkor Wat among hidden gems unearthed at Bukit Choras

Other findings include two headless statues, Sanskrit stone inscriptions, pottery, and metal objects showing area’s significance as a religious site back then, Motac sec-gen says

Lembah Bujang’s potential marred by poor interpretation, site management – part 3

There is much hype and interest in archaeological sites and findings in Lembah Bujang, but to the untrained eye, in the absence of guided tours and effective interpretation, all one sees are mounds of scattered bricks, broken clay, and at most the bases of ancient Buddhist stupas or Hindu temples, and some artefacts (in the galleries around the area). Without proper context, the significance of the sites is lost.

Exploring Perak’s ancient limestone formations: Gua Tempurung 

Brown signboards marking sites of cultural interest and recreation along the North South Highway and federal roads often inject some excitement at the possibility of making new discoveries, but many miss out on delving into an actual adventure due to other distractions.

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Mamak restaurants’ group to sue TikTok user for defaming industry

The Malaysian Muslim Restaurant Owners’ Association (Presma) will proceed with suing a TikTok user for making defamatory claims about food preparation and cleanliness at mamak restaurants.

Punk venue Rumah Api faces relocation amid financial struggles, festival fallout

After eight years of operating on the top floor of Menara MPAJ in Ampang Jaya, local punk music venue Rumah Api will be relocating later this year due to increased rental and related arrears that accumulated during the Covid-19 pandemic.

[UPDATED] Desperate, doomed move: Lokman Adam claims Daim, Dr Mahathir behind Langkah Dubai  

Langkah Dubai, a move by the opposition to topple Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s administration, is allegedly masterminded by former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and his right-hand man Tun Daim Zainuddin.