Ideal Destinations Around the State for Kids to Learn in a Fun Setting Accompanied by Family
Learning will be more effective if it's
enjoyable. Visiting destinations that are fun and at the same time; educational
may provide a meaningful experience to kids. These educational destinations
listed below will give them the opportunity to safely explore the outside
world. Take your kids to places like museum, zoo or other interactive venues
which offer a learning experience in a fun setting. In this article, Tourism
Selangor has listed 6 educational destinations to bring your kids to Selangor after
the end of the Movement Control Order (MCO). #ImagineNowExperienceSoon.
1)
Career Role-Playing at
KidZania, Mutiara Damansara
KidZania, Mutiara
Damansara is an edutainment centre that encourages learning through interactive
role-playing experiences in a very exciting environment. The kids can experience
real-life occupations in a replica of a real city. It offers over 70
professions to try role-playing out including being a nurse, firefighter,
police, pilot, lawyer and more! Activity like this surely provides a positive
learning experience to your beloved children.
Credit: Kidzania, Mutiara Damansara by kidzaniakl
@IG
2)
Explore the animal
world at Zoo Negara
Zoo Negara is the
largest zoo in Malaysia, situated in Ampang, Selangor. Zoo Negara is a suitable
destination for children to get closer and know the animals better. There are
over 5,000 specimens consisting of about 400 species of animals. Surely the
children will be entertained to see the animals, especially when they get to
see the giraffes, elephants, crocodiles, tigers and lions. Also, one of the key
attractions at Zoo Negara is definitely watching the highly endangered giant
pandas named Xing Xing, Liang, Liang and Yi Yi which are cute to the max!
Credit: Zoo Negara by danny_stones.98 @ IG
3)
Learn culture and
traditions at Mah Meri Cultural Village
Mah Meri is one of the
indigenous tribes in Malaysia, also referred to as the “Masked Men of
Malaysia”. They are also famous for their intricate and unique carvings and
handicrafts. Mah Meri Cultural Village is an aboriginal village located in
Carey Island, Kuala Langat. Here, the children can be exposed to the
surrounding of the village, and Mah Meri tribe’s culture and traditions. In
addition, there is also mini-gallery that showcases various collections related
to the people of Mah Meri. A visit to Mah Meri Cultural Village would definitely
be able to provide extensive exposure to the kids; in addition to immersing themselves
in the culture of the Mah Meri people.
Credit: Mah Meri Cultural Village by elslau @ IG
4)
Get closer to the
animals at Farm in the City
Farm in the City is a famous petting zoo in Malaysia. Located in Seri
Kembangan, you can take your children to Farm in the City for them to get closer
to the animals here. Children can also have interactions by feeding, petting
and playing with the animals including turtles, deer and rabbits while being
monitored by the zoo rangers. Besides that, your kids will get to experience
the pony ride and watch Cockatoo and Parrot performance at Kampung Mahmood.
This visit will surely bring joy to your little ones!
Credit: Farm in the City by farminthecitymalaysia
@ IG
5)
Physical activity at
Camp5 Climbing Gym
If your little ones love to run around, climb, jump and play; Camp5
Climbing Gym is the perfect place for them to enjoy physical activities in a
safe setting! Located in 1 Utama Shopping Centre, Camp5 is an indoor rock-climbing
centre. Worry not; the place is supervised by trained and professional staff in
a secure environment. Hence, take your kids here to help stimulate their mental
development and increase confidence in facing life challenges. The walls here
at Camp5 vary with average heights of 8m-14m and 14-16m tall.
Credit: Camp5 Climbing Gym by tasha_limje @ IG
6)
Petting zoo at G2G
Animal Garden
Situated at MAEPS Serdang, G2G Animal Garden is
where you can experience the joy of animal therapy and have a closer
interaction with the animals. It was newly opened in 2017, and offers a variety
of exciting activities with the combined concept of eco and agro-tourism that
provides a fun experience to the children. Children also have the opportunity
to interact with more than 70 species of both local and exotic animals. This is
a superb experience for the whole family!
Credit: G2G Animal Garden by gearonfullmonty @ IG
Combining children's experiences with educational elements or
edutainment can provide them with not only entertainment but also the
opportunity to learn something that cannot be attained at home or in school. An
experience like this will be beneficial for them in the future. Take your
children to the educational destinations listed above after the Movement
Control Order (MCO) ends and start planning from now! #ImagineNowExperienceSoon.
However, it is to be reminded; always comply with the standard operating
procedures (SOPs) set by the National Security Council – ensure social
distancing, wear face masks at all times, use hand sanitiser regularly and
register through the mobile application “SElangkah: Langkah Masuk Dengan
Selamat” when entering tourism premises in the State of Selangor.
For more information, please log on
to the official website of Tourism Selangor at Selangor.Travel.
About Tourism Selangor
Tourism Selangor is Selangor State’s
Official Tourism Promotion Agency established to increase the number of local
and international tourists to Selangor by enhancing and developing the known as
well as the undiscovered beauty of the State. Many initiatives are taken to
achieve this such as organizing local and international campaigns, events,
overseas tourism trade missions, local roadshows and many more.
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