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Information Counter

This information counter is managed by experienced Tourist Assistants who provide advice and tips on local tourist attractions, public transportation, accommodation, travel plan and guidance for tourists throughout their stay in Malaysia.

Tourist Police Counter

The Tourist Police Counter is open 24 Hours. Tourists can enquire on the rules and restrictions while in Malaysia from this counter. It also assists tourists by offering consultations on actions to be taken for the loss of important documents and passports. The hotline number for this counter is 03-2163 3657.

Free Internet Access

Latest info regarding tourism destinations, accomodations, events and activities in Malaysia can now be accessed with using 7 computers. Official Tourism website can be accessed at http://www.tourism.gov.my.

Malaysia Travel Business

Apart from providing airline ticketing services, hotel reservations and Transnasional (Executive Coach) bus tickets, this counter, which is exclusively managed by Malaysian Travel Business (MTB), also presents a wide selection of domestic tour packages targeted to specific groups to meet tourists’ needs.

Karyaneka

KARYANEKA has a wide collection of rich items of handicraft reflecting Malaysia's ethnic and cultural heritage. The centre sells batik, rattan baskets, blowpipes, Sarawak woodcarvings, Kelantanese silvercraft which come from the four corner of Malaysia. Moreover, the collection comprises some one thousand and more tablewares, beautiful gifts, home decors and souvenir items. Besides KARYANEKA, there is also a Craft Museum which concentrates on exhibiting culture. You will find dioramas that portray life-sized figures of craftsmen at work, complete with their work tools. The effect is to recreate the original atmosphere and settings to give visitors the total experience, be it of songket weaving, brass work, woodcarving, traditional blacksmith, batik painting or pottery making. For more information please visit www.karyaneka.com.my

Money Changer

The Money Changer is open from 9.00 am to 6.30 pm. Conversions can be done according to the current market rates.

ATM Machine

Transactions can be made easily using the ATM machine. The machine is located inside Money Changer area.

Cultural Show

Be mesmerised by the diversity of the Malaysian culture through the cultural shows and traditional dance performances held every 4 days in a week Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday on 3.00pm - 3.45pm & Saturday on 8.30pm - 9.15pm in the Mini Auditorium .This hall can accommodate 140 people and the entrance fee is only RM5.00 for adults and free for children below 12 years of age or Group Visitors.

Layang Emas is a traditional court dance. It originates from the state of Perlis, a northern state of Peninsular Malaysia. The graceful movements featured in this dance are inspired by the movements of the Golden Swallow.
Chinese dances are quite often performed to usher in auspicious occasions and seasons. The Chinese of Malaysia have their own dances like the Fan Dance, Ribbon Dance and many more.
There are many classical and folk forms of Indian dance, namely Bharatanatyam, Kathak and many more. In Malaysia, the Indian folk dances are also very popular.
This graceful dance is performed to welcome guests to the Iban's traditional long houses. when receiving guests, the Iban ladies show their skills in weaving the 'puah kumbu' while the famous Iban warrior showing their skills in using the 'sumpit' (blowpipe) for hunting.
From the small community of Portuguese in Malacca, this dance performed in pairs and is very joyous.
This middle-eastern originated art form has a solid footing in Johor. It compasses a musical beat that accentuates the dance movements which is primarily focused with regards to its energetic grace. It became creatively localized as entertainments during Malay wedding and on such festive occasions.

Top Spinning

Top spinning is very popular among Malaysian. A length of rope is skillfully wound around the carved wooden top which unwinds quickly as it is thrown to the ground. The object of the game is to keep the top spinning as long as possible, lifting it from the ground onto a small flat wooden base. This Top Spinning Court use for demostration, training and competition.

Souvenir Shop

MaTiC invites all tourists and visitors to drop by at our souvenir shop. Various kind of souvenir are sold here at reasonable price. The souvenir shop open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.

Cocoa Boutique

Adjacent to Saloma Theatre Restaurant, it is a must-visit destination. With an extensive selection of Malaysia’s very own produced chocolates, visitors can bring home sweet delights as souvenirs for loved ones and friends.

Cocoa Boutique offers the finest selection of chocolates. There are about 300 varieties of fine chocolates specially formulated along the original Belgian recipes and beautifully packaged for all occasions.

Select from special artistically hand-made chocolates to natural tropical fruit flavours and to continental delicacies like tiramisu, bitter-sweet and delightful sugar-free ones. Sample special fruity chocolates made with natural tropical fruits such as papaya, mango, pineapple, coconut and the superior Arabica coffee bean, etc. This chocolate specialty store first introduced the unique 'award winning' Durian Chocolate and this high quality range was awarded the 'winner of most innovative' chocolate product by the Malaysian Cocoa Board in 2004. Opens daily from 9.00 am - 10.00 pm. For more information, call 603 2162 2008 / 4008.

MaTiC Courtyard

The relaxing MaTiC Courtyard is most suited to wine and dine al fresco. It is an open air dining with light snacks and a la carte specialties while enjoying the breathtaking view of the Petronas Twin Towers in the background.

MaTiC Courtyard is open from 11.00am - 12.00 midnight daily.

Traxx FM

Traxx FM broadcasts 'LIVE' from a mini studio in MaTiC through designated slots everyday from 9.00am to 10.00am and 12.00pm to 2.00pm.Traxx FM into new concept using "travel n music" as its slogan was an effort to add value to the growth of the tourism sector. Traxx FM will complement tourism promotion activities adding that its existance can help boost the country's tourism industry.

Malaysian Heritage

"Cekak Musang" Malay Shirt
This costume became well known in the 1930's although one opinion is that it was worn from as far as the sixteenth century. The complete costume consists of the shirt, trousers, "samping" (short sarong), "bengkong" (waistband) and "tengkolok" (head cloth). In the early days, only the Royalty wore such costume but now it is also worn by ordinary folks.

"Baju Kurung"
The baju kurung is one of the most popular types of costume in Malaysia. For women, the ensemble comprises a long-sleeves loose fitting long blouse worn over a matching sarong. A sarong is neatly tied in a bunch in the "ombalk mengalun" technique of translated as flowing waves.

"Samfu"
The "Samfu" is a traditional outfit worn by Chinese men. In Cantonese, "Samfu" would mean shirt and trousers. The costume consists of a short-sleeved collared shirt with buttons. The pair of pants is cut straight and the costume is completed with a hat.

Shanghai Dress
Worn by the Chinese women, the costume consists of a long dress called the Shanghai dress. The blouse comes with a collar, loose sleeves, a waistband made from the same fabric and a loose skirt.

"Salwar Kameez"
This costume comes from Northern India. It consists of a loose top garment and a pair of straight-cut trousers. The front of the outfit is woven with gold thread.

"Kurta"
The "Kurta Pijama" is a traditional outfit for Indian men. The costume is long and cut straight. It consists of a loose shirt and a pair of pants, which is cut straight. The wedding version is complemented with a turban embellished with a brooch and feathers.

The Costume of The Iban Warrior
The jacket ("kelambi") is sleeveless and made of cotton. It is woven in the same manner as the "bidang" with a warp-ikat pattern. These jackets are used for ceremonies associated with house building, the initial process of paddy planting or the exorcising of evil spirits. The "sirat" is a loincloth with the ends elaborately decorated. The colour and motifs of the "sirat" differ according to area or region. Other accessories include the "labong" (a head turban with feathers), necklace, bangle and belt.

Kadazan Costume
This elaborate costume for the Sabah tribesmen is made of black velvet, which consists of a sleeveless top and a short sarong trimmed with decorative braiding. This costume is usually used for the Sumazau dance during the harvest festival.

Saloma Restaurant

Saloma Theatre Restaurant is strategically located in the Golden Triangle, within the shopping, entertainment and business hub. The building and surroundings provide tourist a breathtaking view of the city's skyscrapers with the backdrop of the magnificent Petronas Twin Towers. Its location within the vicinity of Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC) is the ideal one-stop centre convenient for tourists to savour the rich variety of local fare, discover picturesque holiday getaways, traditional customs, culture and must-see entertainment of Malaysia. Saloma Theatre Restaurant is open daily from 11.00 am – 12.00 midnight daily. Saloma Theatre Restaurant (6,200 sq ft) - 350 seating capacity - Special Malay / International buffet nightly with cultural show (Dinner) 6.30 pm – 10.30 pm *Malay / International buffet. (Showtime) 8.30 pm – 9.30 pm cultural show by the Saloma Dancers

DINNER & CULTURAL SHOW
Price : Malay/International Buffet Dinner + Cultural Show Adult RM70.00 nett per person Child RM50.00 nett per person Buffet only Adult RM60.00 nett per person Child RM40.00 nett per person Non-diners RM40.00 nett per person *Prices are inclusive of 10% Service Charge and 5% Government Tax. *Above prices are valid until further notice.

Saloma Bistro
The grandeur of yesteryears never dies. Walk down to a nostalgic moment at Saloma's Bistro and dine in the ambience set in the 60s style. It lives on in remembrances of special individual, Saloma and P Ramlee, their talent, goodness and love of life and photographs of Malaysia's renowned actors and actresses adorn the walls of the beautiful and rustic Bistro surroundings. Bistro is open from 11.00am - 12.00 midnight daily. Bistro (2,700 sq ft) -150 seating capacity. -Two private rooms to seat maximum 20 and 10 persons. -Special tailor-made menus to suit any occasion. Privacy is the first priority. The Bistro is complete with two private rooms and washroom. The BIstro is also an ideal venue to hold any corporate functions, weddings, launches, seminars, etc. Saloma Lounge The overall white wash colonial and architecture of the building with its grand driveway is complemented by beautifully-designed decorative lightings, fans and lush landscaping evokes a welcoming feel. The cosy lounge which is a showcase of exquisite combination of Thai, Indonesia and locally-made pre-dining tales, comfortable sofas at its best natural finish and earth tone cushions. Nearby, the open beverage bar invites visitors to sit, relax with a glass of their favourite drink and catch up the latest news and sports highlights. One can also find Saloma's very own Spice Garden interesting, take a walkthrough the various types of aromatic herb and spices plants that promises to spice up your dishes. The Lounge is open daily from 11.00am - 12.00 midnight daily. The Lounge (2,225 sq ft) - 30 seating capacity - Light local snacks and a la carte all day - Open concept beverage bar serving hot and cool refreshments. - Highlight for the day-Tiffin Set Lunch @RM35.00nett per person (minimum 2 persons) Lunch : 12.00 noon - 2.30pm. For more information, go to http://www.saloma.com.my