NATIONAL PARK

“We do not see nature with our eyes, but with our understandings and our hearts.”

-William Hazlitt

GROUP 11 : VERSUS 5

Group member : ID No: Name of the Tutor :

Deenie H’yatt Mr. Fariz Hilmi

Chong Chin Pin 0319595

Aishath Hussain 0320429

Lee Zi Ying 0320435

Lim Zia Huei 0321031

What is A National Park A National park is an area of land protected by a national government to conserve its natural beauty, history or science.

We need national parks for A variety of living Healthy environment Enjoyment and health Leisure

Local parkTAMAN NEGARA

History Originated from a Pahang state legislation in 1925.

The park was originally names as the king George v national park in 1938 to commemorate England's king Georges silver jubilee.

In 1957 Malaysia achieved independence and renamed the park as TAMAN NEGARA and remained until today.

The main purpose of the park was to utilize the land with protection and preservation.

The Gunung Tahan Game

Reserve

King George V National Park

Taman Negara National Park

Characteristic Located in peninsular Malaysia Taman Negara is one of the world’s oldest rainforests. The largest park in Malaysia (area of 4343 square kilometers, 1676 square miles)

Longest canopy walk in the world. It is known to be 130 million years old. Compromises of three states ,pahang,kelantan and Terengganu.

One of the well established and rich ecosystem in the world.

Over 300 species birds recorded

Climate: Receives rain throughout the year, approximately 2200mm (lowland) and 3800mm (highland).

Has humid climate and the temperature remains 22°C to 26°C .

SITE CONTEXT

ACCESS POINTS TO TAMAN NEGARA

There are four entry points as shown on the map

Facilities TRANSPORT :

By train

By bus

By speed boat By taxi / car

Facilities RESTAURANT Dedari Restaurant Chess Corner Family Restaurant

CHALET Mutiara Taman Negara Resort Rainforest Resort TRV Motel

Activities

Canopy Walk Longest bridge (510m long)

Cave Exploration Limestone caves Homes to bats

Fishing All sort of

fresh aquarium

Rapid shooting One of the Wet

and wild experience

Boat cruise On traditional

express boats Night jungle walk Chance to spot animals

Animal observationJungle trekking

Waterfall exploration

Visiting kg.orang asli

Mountain climbing Highest peak in peninsular

INTERNATIONAL PARK GRAND CANYON

HISTORY

1893 It is afforded by Federal protection as a Forest Reserve

January 11, 1908 Grand Canyon declared as a national monument

February 26, 1919 National Park status was passed by president Woodrow Wilson

1979 UNESCO declared Grand Canyon as World Heritage Site

FORMATION OF GRAND CANYON

1. It flowed across a vast plain.2. Due to uplifting of Kaibab

the river diverted southeast.3. Years ago river was blocked

resulting the formation of lake.

4. Through out the year the system break down the barrier.

5. The follow of the river widen and deepened forming grand canyon.

6. The river drainage system replaced the drained Lake Bidahochi.

CHARACTERISTICS Located at the northwest corner of Arizona, borders of Utah and Nevada. The park covers 1,217,262 acres An inspiring landscape with geological colors Park consist of south rim, north rim and inner canyon Grand Canyon is 277 river miles (446km) long, up to 18 miles (29km) wide, and a mile (1.6km) deep Forest are found in the higher elevation while the lower is made up of desert basin Park contains several major ecosystems (eg:biological diversity and the five life zones ) Has a rich fossil record, rock types and numerous caves The Arizona uplifting of the mountains was a unique character Limestone's, sandstone and shale's with in the canyon The layers are of aged seas which give them different colours Dry climate averaging 29c to 12c and cold winters 5c to -7c

Limestone's, sandstones and shale's within the canyon

SITE CONTEXTWilliams : 55 miles away is a elephant rock golf course and a Railway Depot.

Flagstaff : It is in south rim, comprise of monuments and museums.

Supai : Indian village with havasu falls and Mooney falls.

FACILITIES VISITOR FACILITIES Camper places Visitor centers Restaurants Shops Museum Medical clinic Interpretive programs

PUBLIC TRANSPORT Free Shuttle BusTrain ServiceAir ServiceCar Rental

MOST EXCITING PLACES TO SEE IN GRAND CANYON

SOUTH RIMMather Point Yavapai Point Hermits Rest

NORTH RIM Bright Angel Cape Royal Point Imperial Imperial tower

Horseshoe bend: located at the north end of the park

Toroweap point: can view the river from 3000 feet above

Havasupai falls: with red rocks and blue waters

ACTIVITIES

SKYWALKS 126 million project U shaped glass and metal

structure 21 m over canyon and 1219 m

above ground 120 people allowed on the

structure per time It is located in Hualapai west

end of canyon Bridge can bear up 63502.90

kg of weight

GUIDED HIKES There are different trails for hiking Each trail has its own characteristics

MULE TRIPS Two different mule trips available

(south & North) Overnight rides

SNOW HIKING AND SNOWSHOW HIKING 7000 ft. above sea level 2 snowmobile routes ,over 80km Two places for this activity which is flagstaff Arizona and

Durango Colorado TOURS AROUND GRAND

CANYON Can enjoy exclusive scenery from high above in a helicopter Time period given for each look out point Tour around the park in a bus

WHITE WATER AND SMOOTH WATER RAFTING Pre booking is needed 16 members in a group with a leader Second trip for the same visitor within the year is not allowed

DIFFERENCIATION BETWEEN BOTH PARKSTAMAN NEGARA

Local park with the oldest rainforest in the worldNamed in 1957 after the independence of MalaysiaLocated in peninsular Malaysia130 million years oldWell established and rich ecosystemTropical humid climate (22°C to 26°C)Has richness of micro diversity and fauna Perfect place for travellers who love wild lifeLongest canopy walk in the world Park consist of many plant species ,over 300 birds First national park in malaysia

GRAND CANYONInternational park with one of the greatest landscapeUNESCO declared grand canyon in 1979Located in north west corner of Arizonaknown to be 5.5 million years oldOne of the most complete geological mysteriesDry climate averaging 29°C to 12°C and cold winters 5°C to -7°C Has a rich fossil record, rock types and numerous cavesA place for hike lovers Unique Skywalks on a height of 1219m above ground Has rocky mountains with inspiring geological coloursEarned one of the seven natural wonders of the world

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taman_Negara

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