Printable Infant/Toddler Flashcards on Malaysia

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melaka@11, 2008, by Danny Goh (dannygoh)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/dannygoh/2430098983/

Pieces of Information:
- A Famosa is located in Malacca
- A Famosa was a Portuguese fortress
- A Famosa means "The Famous" in Portuguese
- A Famosa is the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Asia
- A Famosa was built in 1511
- A Famosa was also used by the Dutch and the British during their rule in Malaysia

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Sultan Abdul Samad's Building, KL, 2009, by BarbicanMan (Flickr)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/fsokl/3713275932/

Pieces of Information:
- The Sultan Abdul Samad Building houses the Ministry of Information, Communications and Culture of Malaysia
- The Sultan Abdul Samad Building was built in the Moorish style
- The Sultan Abdul Samad Building was designed architect A.C. Norman
- The declaration of independence of Malaysia was held in front the Sultan Abdul Samad Building
- The Sultan Abdul Samad Building was completed in 1896

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Penang Bridge, 2009, by use-art (Flickr)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/use_art/4035386645/

Pieces of information:
- The Penang Bridge is third longest bridge in Asia
- The Penang Bridge is 13.5 km long
- The Penang Bridge was opened in 1985
- The design of the Penang Bridge mimics the Golden Gate Bride in San Francisco
- The Penang Bridge was officiated by fourth prime minister Dr. Mahathir Mohammad

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The Warrior, 2009, by norhafydzah (nunnui)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nunui/3437844011/

Pieces of information:
- The Tugu Negara is bronze sculpture
- The Tugu Negara commemorates those who died in Malaysia's struggle for freedom
- The Tugu Negara was designed by Austrian sculpture, Felix de Weldon
- The Tugu Negara was completed in 1966

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Old Railway Station, Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia, 2010, by Khalzuri Yazid
http://www.flickr.com/photos/khalzuri/4836729031/

Pieces of information:
- The KL Railway station construction was completed in 1910
- The KL Railway station architecture adopts Eastern and Western designs
- The KL Railway station was design by British architect and army officer, A.B. Hubback
- The KL Railway station was electrified in 1995

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Petronas Towers, 2010, by Karl Baron (kalleboo)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/kalleboo/4635576931/

Pieces of information:
- The Petronas Towers were the tallest buildings in the world from 1998 to 2004
- The Taipei 101 building in Taiwan surpassed the height of the Petronas Towers
- The Petronas Towers were designed by Argentinian architects Cesar Pelli and Djay Cerico
- The design of the Petronas Towers is influenced by Islamic art
- Tower one is occupied by Petronas while the offices is Tower two is leased to other companies

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Masjid Jamek Mosque, 2011, by Sham Hardy
http://www.flickr.com/photos/xshamx/5789484038/

Pieces of information:
- Masjid Jamek is the oldest mosque in KL
- Masjid Jamek was designed by architect and army officer A.B. Hubback
- Masjid Jamek was established in 1909
- Masjid Jamek architecture has Islamic, Moorish and Mugal style

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Christ Church Melaka, 2009, by Biyu Lau (Biyu)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/plain_queen/3359881152/

Pieces of information:
- Christ Church is located in Malacca, Malaysia
- Christ Church is a Protestant church
- Christ Church was built in the 18th century by the Dutch
- Christ Church was built in Dutch Colonial style

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Menara, 2008, G Meyer, (kainet)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/kainet/2782529914/

Pieces of information:
- Menara Kualal Lumpur was constructed in 1995
- Menara Kuala Lumpur is the second tallest telecommunication tower in the world
- Menara Kuala Lumpur was built to enhance the quality of telecommunication and the clarity of broadcasting
- Menara Kuala Lumpur also acts as an Islamic observatory

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St. George's Church, 2006, by Will Ellis
http://www.flickr.com/photos/wills/119744781/

Pieces of information:
- St. George's Church is the oldest Anglican church in Southeast Asia
- St. George's Church is located in Penang, Malaysia
- St. George's Church was completed in 1818
- St. George's Church is one of the 50 National Treasures of Malaysia
- St. George's Church was founded by Robert Hutching

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Morning to Mount Kinabalu, 2006, by Cirrus9
http://www.flickr.com/photos/15707965@N06/4013843307/

Pieces of information:
- Gunung Kinabalu is the tallest mountain in Southeast Asia
- Gunung Kinabalu is located in Sabah, Malaysia
- Gunung Kinabalu is part of the Banjaran Crocker (Crocker Range)

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Cave Entrance, 2008, by NeilsPhotography (Flickr)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/neilspicys/3122512940/

Pieces of information:
- Mulu Caves is located is Sarawak, Malaysia
- The Sarawak Chamber in Mulu Caves is the largest known cave chamber in the world.
- Clearwater cave in Mulu Caves has the longest cave system in Southeast Asia
- Deer Cave in Mulu Caves has the largest cave entrance in the world

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A Dive Haven, 2001, by carolinejoan (Flickr)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/whatshappening/2119156793/

Pieces of information:
- Pulau Sipadan is off the east coast of Sabah, Malaysia
- Pulau Sipadan was formed by living corals growing on top of an extinct volcanic cone
- Pulau Sipadan is one of the top dive destinations in the world
- Pulau Sipadan is also know for its turtle tomb

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Malayan Tapir, 2005, by flickkerphotos (Flickr)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/38504374@N02/3684243652/

Pieces of information:
- The Malayan Tapir is the largest of the four spices of Tapirs
- Because of its size the Malayan Tapir has very few natural predators
- The Malayan Tapir can weigh up to 500 kg
- The Malayan Tapir is a vegetarian
- The Malayan Tapir has very poor eyesight
- The Malayan Tapir is found in Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand

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Orangutan, 2006, by Brian Snelson (exfordy)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/exfordy/128576398/

Pieces of information:
- Orangutans are among the most intelligent primates, they use a variety of tools
- Orangutans are native to Malaysia and Indonesia
- Orangutans can weigh up to 110 kg
- Adult Orangutans have flanged faces

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Sumatran Rhinoceros, 2009, by Jean (Just chaos)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/7326810@N08/3580779028/

Pieces of Information:
- The Sumatran Rhinoceros is the smallest subspecies of Rhinoceros
- The Sumatran Rhinoceros has two horns
- The Sumatran Rhinoceros is a critically endangered animal
- The Sumatran Rhinoceros is a solitary animal
- The Sumatran Rhinoceros spends most part of the day in wallows
- The Sumatran Rhinoceros is a vegetarian

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Sitting Sun Bear, 2009, by Tambako the Jaguar (Flickr)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tambako/3956233624/

Pieces of information:
- The Sun Bear is the smallest member in the bear family
- The Sun Bear is also know as the Honey Bear
- The Sun Bear can weigh up to 70 kg
- The Sun Bear is found in Southeast Asia
- The Sun Bear has very poor eyesight

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Silvered-Leaf Langurs, 2008, by babosh_t

Pieces of information:
- The Silver Langur is a kind of monkey
- The Silver Langur is found in Malaysia and Indonesia
- The Silver Langur loves to eat leaves
- The male Silver Langur weigh an average of 6.6 kg
- The Silver Langur lives near wet areas like swamps and rivers

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Bornean Clouded Leopard, 2008, by Paulo Philippidis
http://www.flickr.com/photos/canorus/2901090110/

Pieces of information:
- Sunda clouded leopards are known for its excellent tree climbing abilities
- The Sunda clouded leopard loves to feast on monkeys, pigs, deer and other smaller fare
- The Sunda clouded leopard have very large canine teeth
- The Sunda clouded leopards's tail can grow as long as its body
- The Sunda clouded leopard is native to Borneo and Sumatra
- The Sunda clouded leopard weigh around 12 to 25 kg
- The Sunda clouded leopard is the largest feline in Borneo

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Malayan Tiger, 2009, by Ted (babosh_t)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/frted/4419510499/

Pieces of information:
- The Malayan Tiger is found in the Malay Peninsular
- An adult male Malayan Tiger can weigh an average 120 kg
- The Malayan Tiger loves to eat wild boars, bearded pigs, deers and sometimes sun bears and elephant calves
- The Malayan Tiger and the Sumatran Tiger is the smallest subspecies of tiger
- The Malayan Tiger is called Harimau Belang in Malay language