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The National Zoo, or Zoo Negara as the locals call it, is a very popular attraction. It has very large grounds with facilities suitable for picnics. It also houses roughly 2,000 species of animals from all over the world, as well as an impressive aquarium and aviary. A large number of educational displays along with camel and elephant rides, and even a trolley train ride makes this an ideal place for a family outing.

Kajang

Some 26km south of Kuala Lumpur, Kajang is a town that is always remembered for its Satay, a favorite dish among Malaysians and foreigners alike. Satay is actually marinated pieces of beef, chicken, or mutton that is barbecued on skewers over a charcoal fore and served with peanut sauce. Those who have tried the Kajang satay will tell you that the difference is in the peanut sauce.

Carey Island

Located just off the mainland, this island is well known for its aboriginal community, the Mah Meri. Though the Mah Meri have assimilated into the modern life with jobs in nearby farms and plantations, they still retain their unique culture and way of life. Apart from exhibitions of their traditional dances and music, the Mah Meri people are particularly renown for their votive sculptures fashioned from Nyireh Batu (a kind of swamp hardwood).

Templer's Park

Set in a backdrop of lush green forest and limestone hills, Templer's Park is just 20km north of Kuala Lumpur. This park consists of 500 hectares of forest, rich in flora and fauna. There is also a cave in Anak Bukit Takun, a 100m high limestone hill near the edge of the park. Towards the north side of the park lies the many cascades of the Kancing Waterfalls, commonly known as Templer's Park Falls. Altogether rising a couple of hundred meters, the Park's falls offer endless spaces and opportunity for picnicking.

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