Now how is it that a city like this can have more vehicles than people? According to Axel's scientific detective work (yes, this is the Dr. in him coming out), 1830 vehicles for every 1000 people (Hamsa et al, Nov. 2006, Journal of asian architecture and building engineering). CRAZY! And the moped drivers don't really obey any rules of the road, swerving between lanes and on sidewalks. You always have to be on high alert as a pedestrian.
We enjoyed a few relaxing days in Taman Negara National Park, hiking through lush green jungles and seeing picturesque landscapes. We took a 3-hour boat ride to down a rover to reach the park. Although it is organized mainly for tourists, it was still a nice way to spend a sunny afternoon. We stayed at a ramshackle but clean hostel run by a very kind lady named Halima. During our hikes in the park, we saw monkeys, large and small lizards, colourful butterflies and even a peacock. And, believe it or not for those who know my fear of heights, we did the canopy walk, which is a set of elevated walkways hanging from the trees up to 40 metres high. The canopy walk is about 500 meters long and it is said to be the longest walkway of it's kind in the world.
Now, we're here in traffic-clogged Kuala Lumpur for a few days to apply for our Thai visas and enjoy what the city has to offer. The transit system is very efficient and most of the major sights are close by. We're staying at a nice hostel in Chinatown, which is full of restaurants, food stalls and shops.
Before we sign off, we just want to express how our thoughts are with the people of Haiti during this devestating time. It's hard to imagine just how lucky we are in this world and how that can so quickly be turned upside down.
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