Batu pećine, Batu Caves

Na periferiji Kuala Lumpura nalaze se Batu pećine, jedno od najvažnijih mesta hodočašća hinduista izvan Indije.
Batu Caves on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur is a leading Hindu shrine outside India.

Od 1890.god tu se svake godine u desetom mesecu hinduističkog kalendara (najčešće krajem januara ili) početkom februara odvija živopisna hinduistička svečanost Thaipusam. Preko milion ljudi u velikoj gužvi poseti ovo mesto tokom tri dana trajanja praznika. Batu pećine čine tri velike i nekoliko malih pećina. Gua Kecil, jedna od tri glavne pećine ima krov visine 100 m, te se u nju tokom praznika tiska veliki broj obožavaoca.

Since 1890s, it is the scene of the colorful Hindu festival of Thaipusam. The festival is held in the tenth month of the Hindu calendar (mostly the end of January) or the beginning of February. Over one million people throng Batu Caves over three days of festivities. It is made of three main caves and several smaller ones. Of the three caves Gua Kecil has a roof that is 100 m high and attracts large numbers of worshippers and visitors during Thaipusam.

Do nje se dolazi penjanjem uz 272 stepenice. Uspon je veoma težak a svaki stepenik uzan. Potrebno je više puta se odmarati a zbog velike vrućine obavezno treba imati i flašu vode sa sobom. Poželjno bi bilo i sačekati trenutak kada je bar jedan deo širokog stepeništa u hladu kako bi se mogli sakriti od prejakog sunca koje strašno prži.
It is accessible via 272-step staircase. Climbing is very dificult and each stair is narrow. It is necessary to take a break several times and to have a bottle of water with you because of unbearable heat. It would be also good to wait until one part of wide stairs falls into shade so that you can hide from strong sun that enourmously burns your skin.



Neki posvećenici nose „kavadi“ („teret“ u vidu krčaga ili bokala) veliku maštovito ukrašenu žičanu konstrukciju čijim šiljatim krajevima buše svoju kožu a neki buše obraze i jezike oštrim napravama koje liče na žicu. Thaipusam je vreme kada se izvodi čin ispaštanja i nošenja „ tereta“ u cilju ispunjenja zaveta datih božanstvu Gospodaru Muruga (Bog rata zaTamile). Nosioci kavadia očekuju da će im molbe biti uslišene. Žene na glavama nose srebrne krčage pune mleka. Neki posvećenici kukama kače na svoje telo limune, pomorandže i kokose.
Some devotees carry the “kavadi”, large creatively decorated wire frame whose ends pierce the skin and may have their cheeks and tongue pierced by sharp wire-like instruments. Thaipusam is a time for carrying out acts of penance and carrying the burden, in fulfillment of vows made to the deity, Lord Muruga (God of War in areas whit Tamils). By doing this penance they expect some favours from their Gods. Women carry a silver jugs full of milk on their heads. Others hook limes, oranges or coconuts onto their bodies.


Procesija počinje u hramu Sri Mariamman u Kuala Lumpuru noć pred Thaipusam festival i traje oko 8 časova hoda do Batu pećina
The procession starts on the evening before the Thaipusam festival at the Sri Mariamman Temple in the town centre of Kuala Lumpur and lasts for about 8 hours of walk till the caves.



Na dolasku dočekaće vas mnoštvo majmuna. Oni se nadaju da će od vas dobiti malo kikirikija ili bananu.
At your arrival you will be greeted by lots of monkeys. They are going for your peanuts and bananas.


Poslednji nivo pećina na kom se i nalazi hram nema svod već pogled u otvoreno nebo zaokružen stenama. Na vrhovima se nadvijaju zelene krošnje pa u malo dvorište konstantno lagano padaju mali listovi presijavajući se usput na sunčevim zracima.
The top level of caves where the temple is placed has no ceiling but view to the open sky circled by rocks. Over the tops green tree tops lean and small leaves shining in the sun beams are falling down into the small patio.


Do Batu pećina može se stići iz centra Kuala Lumpura gradskim autobusom ili taksijem (13km).
Batu Caves can be reached from Kuala Lumpur by local bus or taxi (13 km).

Čak i kad nije vreme praznika u pećini se može zateći po neki vernik koji vrši obred obraćanja bogovima. Na video snimku koji sledi vidi se čovek koji se moli bogu da prihvati dušu njegove preminule majke.
Even than, when there is no a festival you can see believers who performe ritual of addressing to gods. The following video clip shows a man who prays to God to accept a soul of his departed mother.

Sedam magičnih vrela, Seven Magical Wells

Na padinama prekrivenim gustim zeleninlom planine Cincang, na ostrvu Lankavi u Maleziji, nalazi se vodopad u narodu poznat kao „ Sedam magičnih lekovitih vrela“.
Located on slopes of verdant Mount Cincang, on the island Langkawi in Malaysia there is a waterfall known as „Seven Magical Wells“.

Lokalno stanovništvo veruje da vodopad nije samo prirodna lepota već da ima i veći značaj. Legenda kaže da je začarani vodopad omiljeno sastajalište vila i duhova a naročito sedam razdraganih vila.
Locals believe the waterfall has a deeper significance than mere natural splendor. Legend has it the bewitching waterfall is the favourite haunt for fairies and spirites, in particular seven sprightly faires.



Svaka od njih ima svoje omiljeno jezerce u kom se kupa i veselo zabavlja. Veruje se da ova nebeska bića poseduju nadprirodne isceliteljske moći te se smatra da je voda u jezercima lekovita. Svaki put kada one siđu na svoje omiljeno mesto za igru vazduh je lagano prekriven slatkim prijatnim mirisom a ukoliko slušate pažljivo možete čuti kako se vile radosno kikoću.
Each has her favourite pool to bathe and frolic. These celestial beings are believed to possess super-natural healing powers, therefore the waters here are said to have curative properties. Every time they descend to their favourite playground, the air will be lightly blanketed with sweet pleasant perfume and if one listens carefully, one might also be able to hear their giggles of delight.




Ljubitelji prirode ne bi smeli da propuste da se popnu do vrha vodopada jer je priroda kroz koju se korača apsolutno očaravajuća. Moguće je čak i videti neke divlje životinje kao što su dugorepi majmuni (Macaque) i gigantske veverice krem boje.
Nature lovers must never miss trekking to the top of the waterfalls as the view along the way is absolutely rewarding. One may even catch a glimpse of some wildlife such as the long-tailed macaques and giant cream-coloured squirrels.




Telaga Tujuh kako ga lokalci zovu je jedinstvena prirodna formacija sačinjena od sedam jezeraca koja se kaskadno prelivaju jedno u drugo u visini od 90 metara. Mesto je idealno za porodični izlet. Deca i odrasli uživaju u brčkanju u malim jezercima i spuštanju niz prirodne „tobogane“.
Telaga Tujuh or Seven Wells Waterfall is a unique natural formation of seven pools with one pool cascading on top of the other, to a height of over 90 meters. The waterfall is an ideal site for family picnics or a friendly get –together. Children and adults enjoy in bathing and sliding down the rocks into pools.

Petronas kule bliznakinje, Petronas Twin Towers

Jedno od obeležja Kuala Lumpura, glavnog grada Malezije, su Petronas kule bliznakinje. Njihova gradnja završena je 1998g posle sedam godina izgradnje i do 2004g bile su najviše zgrade na svetu.
One of Malaysia capital Kuala Lumpur marks is Petronas Twin Towers. Towers were completed in 1998 after seven- year build and till 2004 they were the tallest buildings in the world.

Visoke su 451,9 m (do vrha antene) i imaju 88 spratova. Podignute su na 120 m dubokim temeljlima i to su do sada najdublji temelji ikad napravljeni za jednu građevinu. Ove zadivljujuće mega strukture projektovao je arhitekta argentinsko - američkog porekla Cesar Pelli. Konstrukcija bliznakinja je napravljena od ojačanog betona. Fasada je od čelika i stakla. a dizajnirana je tako da podseća na motive koji se mogu naći u Islamskoj umetnosti što je u skladu sa muslimanskom religijom Malezije.
They are 451,9m tall (including spire) and have 88 floors. Buildings are built on 120 m deep foundations and those are world's deepest foundations ever. These breathtaking mega- structures were designed by Argentine-American architect Cesar Pelli. The construction of Twins is made of reinforced concrete. The facade is made of steel and glass and resembles motifs found in Islamic art which is a reflection of Moslem religion of Malaysia.


Na 41-om i 42-om spratu nalazi se dvospratni most između kula i to je najviši dvospratni most na svetu. Dug 58 metara i težak 750 tona morao je biti ugrađen posebnom metodom između kula da ne bi pukao tokom jakih vetrova. Turistima je dozvoljeno da se popnu samo na četrdeset prvi sprat i razgledaju grad sa visine od 178 metara. Budući da je poseta ograničena na određen broj besplatnih ulaznica (1700 dnevno) potrebno je rano ujutru oko 8 sati već biti u redu.
At 41st and 42nd floor there is the highest 2-story bridge in the world. Because it is 58m long and weigh 750 tons it had to be slid between two towers so that it doesn't break during high winds. Tourists are allowed only to the 41st floor to observe town from 178 m height. Since the free of charge visits are limited (to 1700 a day) it is necessary to be in a queue around 8 o` clock in the morning.


Posebnu lepotu poput priviđenja Petronas kule dobijaju noću. Tada ne izgledaju kao da su osvetljene već kao da su napravljene od svetlosti.
Particular beauty, similar to supernatural vision Petronas Towers gain in the night. At that time they don't look like they are illuminated but made of light.



Oko kula napravljen je KLCC park sa stazama za šetnju, džogiranje i fontanom na kojoj se igraju raznobojni snopovi svetlosti. U sredini parka miruje malo jezero.
Around towers there is a KLCC park with jogging and walking paths, and a fountain where multicolor light beams are playing with each other.In the middle of the park a small lake is standing still.


U prizemlju kula nalazi se Suria KLCC centar za kupovinu sa najluksuznijim radnjama i dom Malezijskog filharmonijskog orkestra. U park oko Petronas kula treba otići i danju i noću, sesti na klupu i posmatrati… u krug u krug.
At the ground floor there are luxury Suria KLCC shopping center and home of the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra. One should go to the park around Petronas Twin Towers, sit on a bench and observe… around and around.

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Tu u parku Petronas kula dobija se osećaj da je po lepoti kreacije i dela čovek na trenutak prevazišao prirodu.
There, at Petronas Park, you get a feeling that regarding beauty of the creation and performance a man surpassed, for a moment, the nature itself.


Petronas kule bliznakinje su čudo automatizacije, tehnologije i inteligencije. Koriste inteligentni sistem za bezbednost, pouzdanost kontrolnih sistema, kao i održavanje funkcionalnosti unutrašnjeg prostora. Zato ih opisuju kao ¨ Inteligentne¨ zgrade.
Sistem obezbeđenja je još jedno čudo komjuterizacije. Od momenta ulaska u zgradu posetilac je neprimetno registrovan ¨vazdušnom kapijom¨, video nadzorom i alarmnim sistemom.
The PetronasTwin Towers is a marvel of automation, technology and intelligence. The Towers use intelligent building system for safety, reliability of control systems and maintenance. That`s why they are described as " Intelligent" buildings.
Security sistem is another computerised marvel. From the moment of entry users are invisibly registered by air gates, CCTV and audio alarm surveillance system.

Da bi se korisnici i posetioci kula mogli brzo i lako prevesti kroz 88 spratova postoji čitav sistem liftova koji skoro da podseća na šemu gradskog metroa. Postoje glavni dvospratni liftovi čiji donji deo staje na neparnim a gornji na parnim spratovima. Pored njih postoje razni ¨šatl¨ i drugi liftovi koji transportuju korisnike na određene nivoe na kojima se mora presesti u neki drugi lift ukoliko se želi ići dalje. Ukupno u obe kule ima 78 liftova koji neprestano idu. Sistem liftova je projektovan tako da se u slučaju požara ili zastoja ljudi mogu lako i brzo evakuisati.
In order to transport easily and quickly all visitors through 88 floors there is a whole net of lifts which ressembles city underground train scheme. There are main double - decker lifts with the lower deck of the lift taking passengers to odd numbered floors and upper deck to even numbered floors. Apart from those main lifts there are various "shuttle lifts" and other lifts which transport users to certain levels where change is necessary if one wants to go further. Total of 78 lifts exists in two towers and they are running constantly. Lift system is created in such way that in case of fire or stuck people can be evacuated easily.

Najbrojniji ¨stanar¨ kula je Petronas, malezijska kompanija koja posluje sa gasom i naftom. Osnovana je 1974 i potpuno je u vlasništvu malezijske vlade. Spada među 100 najvećih firmi u svetu a samo u 2009 godini imala je promet oko 75 milijardi dolara (podatak uzet iz Wikipedije). U kuli broj jedan se nalazi sedište firme kao i svih firmi koje su povezane sa Petronas kompanijom. U kuli broj dva su kancelarije svih najvećih svetskih firmi.
The most numerous " tenant" of the towers is PETRONAS, Malaysian Oil and Gas company. It was founded in 1974 and it is wholly owned by malaysian govrnment. The company is among 100 greatest companies in the world and in 2009 it had revenue of about 75 billion US dollars (according to Wikipedia). Headquarters and company`s subsidiaries are based in tower one. In tower two there are offices of well known companies from all over the World.