LAST week, I wrote about the Window of the World in my article. This time, I will take you to another attraction in Asia that will revive the kid in each one of us. It’s another place where you will find a replica of iconic landmarks around the region. I am referring to the Legoland in Johor, Malaysia.
Many of us, across various ages, are familiar of Lego, where one can create different shapes using its blocks. The park is a showcase of what man can build out of these materials. While there are many rides and attractions around Legoland Malaysia Resort, including a hotel, I’ll highlight the Miniland area where 17 Asian sights are brought to life by the Lego bricks.I have already set foot in 10 of these 17 featured places. I must say that the replicas are amazing and done wonderfully.
BRUNEI. One of the most photographed structures in Brunei is the Sultan Omar Ali Saiffudin Mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan. It has a spectacular architectural design with its main dome made of pure gold. The ceremonial barge was intricately copied that makes the replica as stunning as the real one.
CAMBODIA. The Unesco World Heritage Site of Angkor Wat is also highlighted in the Miniland. What makes it even more exciting to look at are the elephants and monks roaming its premises.
CHINA. The grandiose Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China, built of Lego bricks, definitely capture the fancy of park visitors. The bright red palace is a sight to behold, especially with the pillars and the elaborate designs on its eaves.
INDIA. Taj Majal complex is one of the many jewels of India. Not only does the Lego-built structure represent this majestic masterpiece, but it has also depicted the scenes of tourists and vendors that are seen at the actual site.
INDONESIA. Purah Tanah Lot is a temple built on a rock formation located in the coastal part of Bali. During high tide, the rock is surrounded by water, making it look like a tiny island floating by the sea.
LAOS. The war monument of Patuxai, found in the Lao capital of Vientiane, has beautiful architectural designs depicting Lao art and culture. It is also a good vantage point to see the entire city.
MYANMAR. Karaweik Hall, shaped like a barge and mythical creatures, is a Burmese gem that reflects its local flavor. Situated in Yangon’s Kandawgyi Lake, the structure looks like a floating barge.
PHILIPPINES. Among the many attractions in the country, Legoland highlighted the fishing town of Bolinao. Apart from the port and the houses on stilts, the Church of St. James is also featured in this part of the Miniland.
SINGAPORE. The Merlion topbills this tiny urban city-state. It also displays The Fullerton Hotel, the Singapore Flyer, the skyscrapers, and portion of the Singapore cityscape.
THAILAND. Bangkok’s Wat Arun is a sight to behold during the day and most especially at night. It truly lives up to its name as the Temple of Dawn. It stands magnificently along the banks of the Chao Phraya River.
VIETNAM. The coastal town of Hoi An is selected as the face of Vietnam in the Miniland. The port and rows of beautiful buildings are portrayed in this part of Legoland.
MALAYSIA. As the seat of Legoland, Malaysia has more attractions found in this park. The Petronas Towers, the city of Kuala Lumpur, KLIA, Port Tanjung Pelepas, Malacca, Johor Bahru, and Johor Majestic Palace are among the Malaysian sights that visitors can enjoy here.
Apart from basking in these views of the Miniland, there are plenty of other things to see and do in other parts of Legoland Malaysia Resort that can bring excitement to kids and the kids-at-heart.
Claire Marie Algarme blogs at http://firsttimetravels.com. Follow her as @firsttimetravel on Twitter and Instagram.