Wednesday, April 2, 2008

Putrajaya, Malaysia is Still 70% Nature



Putrajaya sits on a magnificent 4,931 hectares spread. Its Masterplan is designed along an axial tangent which runs from the northeast to southeast taking full advantage of the natural surroundings. Its undulating terrain treats visitors and residents to commanding vistas of the environment. About 40% of Putrajaya is natural. Lush greenery, botanical gardens are spread across the landscape enhanced by large bodies of water and wetlands.

Putrajaya has become the new capital city near Kuala Lumpur. It was formerly known as Perang Besar and is located 25 km south of Kuala Lumpur. It's also 20 kilometers from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at Sepang in the south.
Putrayaja is the new Administrative Center of the Government and will be a test bed for an electronic Government (a paperless administration) and will be equipped with the latest telecommunication technologies. It is set to be a model garden city with sophisticated information network base on multimedia technologies.
Kuala Lumpur is still the financial and commercial capital of Malaysia. About 70% of Putrajaya is still nature. Lush greenery, botanical gardens are spread across the landscape enhanced by large bodies of water and wetlands. Five confluences meet at the north forming a main waterway which flows across the city area.

PUTRAJAYA MAP

At the North of the Core Area is the Government precinct located. Also the most of the Federal Government ministries, departments and agencies. The office of the Prime Minister’s complex "Perdana Putra" is situated at a vantage location, overlooking the Dataran Putra, which marks the beginning of the Putra Boulevard.

Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Palm Garden


The Palm Garden Hotel IOI Resort in Putrajaya in Malaysia is a charming attractive resort, one of the best 4 Star Hotels in Putrajaya in Malaysia,

Just 20 minutes South from culturally diverse Kuala Lumpur and 30 minutes from Sepang Kuala Lumpur International Airport lies Putrajaya, the administrative capital of Malaysia, at the heart of the Multimedia Super Corridor.

Nestled in 330 acres of lush green countryside, Palm Garden Hotel is conveniently located 5km from the North-South National Highway.

With tranquil surroundings, dining excellence, and an open architecture which echoes Palm Garden's rubber plantation heritage, the hotel is an ideal venue to relax and unwind.

IOI Resort, 62502 Putrajaya, Malaysia
Tel : (+603) 8943 2233
Fax : (+603) 8943 1122
Email : palmgarden@palmgarden.com.my

WEBSITE : http://www.palmgarden.com.my/home.htm

Marriott


Putrajaya Marriott Hotel welcomes you to Malaysia’s Federal Government Administrative Capital. Situated at the renowned IOI Resort, this luxury hotel is nestled between serene surroundings of a 27 hole championship golf course.

Majestically and strategically located just 25 minutes from Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya, it is a sophisticated resort address still within the city.

IOI Resort
62502, Putrajaya
Malaysia
Tel : 603-8949 8888
Fax : 603-8949 8999

WEBSITE : http://www.hotelscombined.com/Hotel/Marriott_Putrajaya.htm?a_aid=10181

Putrajaya Shangri-La


The Putrajaya Shangri-La overlooks Malaysia's innovative new garden city. Both a hotel in a park and a park inside a hotel, Shangri-La's fine restaurants, incomparable service and subdued elegance evoke comfort, peace and relaxation.

Taman Putra Perdana
Presint 1
62000 Wilayah Perseketuan Putrajaya, Malaysia
T: (60 3) 8887 8888
F: (60 3) 8887 8889

Website : http://www.shangri-la.com/en/property/kualalumpur/putrajayashangrila

Express Train

Ministry of Finance

Dataran Putra

Putrajaya International Convention Centre




Fronting the main uniqueness of the building, it is engrafted with a thorough combination of ‘Wau’, an ancient kite popularly known in the state of Terengganu and the ‘Pending Perak, a silver royal like belt buckle, of which the main hall is flanked in the bejeweled eye of such engraftment.

An architectural concept that portrays a greater height of unity among differing cultures in Malaysia, it defines a subtle artistic impression and offers a lifestyle of significant discussion among world leaders. PICC confines an area of 135,000 square meters, an approximate 1.3 million square feet spreading 9 levels of functionality, making it one of the world’s best venue for high-power authorities and empowerment forum ever held.

PICC meets every need, whether it caters to individuality or high-performance group meetings amidst a cutting-edge facility that will ensure an optimum comfort level and a collective conducive environment that adds on a mix of vibrant décor to showcase the best events, meeting or convention of any type.

Seri Wawasan Bridge

Putra Mosque


The Putra Mosque, or Masjid Putra in Malay language, is the principal mosque of Putrajaya, Malaysia. Construction of the mosque began in 1997 and was completed two years later. It is located next to Perdana Putra which houses the Malaysian Prime Minister's office and man-made Putrajaya Lake. In front of the mosque is a large square with flagpoles flying Malaysian states' flags.

Perdana Putra


The Perdana Putra in PutrajayaThe Perdana Putra is a building complex in Putrajaya which houses the Malaysian Prime Minister office complex. Located on the main hill in Putrajaya, it has become synonym with the Malaysian executive arm.

Putrajaya Map

Putrajaya Landmark


Putrajaya Bridge

Project Description: Construction of Putrajaya bridge started in June 1998 and was completed in 2000. The bridge consists of 2 pylons which is 53 m. high and 1 arch bridge which is 32 m. high.
The main span length is equal to 300 m.
For hangers of arch, 50 tons of 46 BBR DINA 120 dia. 7 mm. are installed..
For stay cables, 750 tons of 84 BBR CONA are installed; 44 main cable stay and 40 for back stay cables, with lengths varying from 60 to 160 m. .


Technical Specifications: .
Span: 1 span of 300 m .
Stay Arrangement: Double plane .
Superstructure: Deck width: 32 m,.
Shape: box girder,.
Material: precast concrete .
Pylon: 2 pylons,.
Height: 53 m,.
Material: in situ concrete .
Arches: Span: 300 m,.
Height: 32 m,.
Material: steel .
Stay Cables: 84 BBR CONA from 43 x 0.6" to 91 x 0.6",.
Total quantity: 750 t,.
Cable lengths: from 60 to 160 m .
Hangers: 46 BBR DINA 120 dia. 7 mm,.
Total quantity: 50t .