Genting Highlands
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Genting Highlands otherwise known as Resorts World Genting is the flagship integrated resort
developed by Genting Group
. It is nestled on a mountain peak (maximum elevation about 1,860 m) within the Titiwangsa Mountains
on the border between the states of Pahang
and Selangor
of Malaysia. Resorts World Genting is operated by Genting Malaysia Berhad (formerly known as Resorts World Bhd), which also operates Awana chain of resorts & hotels. It is accessible by car from Kuala Lumpur
in one hour, or also accessible by a cable car
called Genting Skyway
(3.38 km)which at its opening used to be the world's fastest and South East Asia's longest gondola lift.
came up in the late Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong
's mind during a business trip to the Cameron Highlands
in 1964. He mooted this idea while enjoying the fresh and crisp air from the balcony at his hotel room.
Subsequently, a study of the maps and Kuala Lumpur’s vicinity located the ideal site - the 1,800-metre Gunung Ulu Kali, just 55 km from Kuala Lumpur. Tan Sri Lim
then set to transform a remote mountain area amidst the dense virgin tropical jungle and rugged terrain into a holiday destination.
A private company called Genting Highlands Berhad was set up on 27 April 1965, with the late Tan Sri Haji Mohammed Noah bin Omar, Tan Sri Lim successfully obtained approval for the alienation of 12000 acres (48.6 km²) and 2800 acres (11.3 km²) of land from the Pahang and Selangor State Government respectively between the years 1965 and 1970. An anomaly happened during the obtaining of the land approvals. While the Pahang state government swiftly approved a freehold lease, the Selangor
state reluctantly approved a 99-year lease. As a result, Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong met the then Mentri Besar of Selangor, Dato Harun Idris and telling him that a freehold lease will be more feasible than a 99-year lease. Finally, the Selangor state government agreed to grant a freehold lease.
On 18 August 1965, a technical and construction team began the herculean task that would take four years to complete the access road from Genting Sempah to the peak of Gunung Ulu Kali.
On 31 March 1969, the late YTM Tunku Abdul Rahman
, Malaysia’s first Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for the company’s pioneer hotel, the then Highlands Hotel, marking the completion of the access road to Genting Highlands Resort. The Prime Minister was impressed that the private sector, without the assistance of the Government, could develop a mountain resort for the enjoyment of all Malaysians; subsequently a gaming licence was suggested to help accelerate the development of this remote area.
In 1971, the first hotel at Genting Highlands was successfully completed and was then named Highlands Hotel (now renamed Theme Park Hotel).
The Genting Highlands Resort continued to expand since the opening of the first hotel in 1971. Development of the area continued with care taken to ensure the maintenance of the natural beauty of the rainforest of the region.
To date, Genting Highlands Resort has six hotels (namely Maxims, Genting Hotel, Highlands Hotel, Resort Hotel, Theme Park Hotel and First World Hotel) and two apartment blocks (Ria and Kayangan Apartments) at the hilltop and Awana Genting Highlands Golf and Country Resort.
In 1997, Genting Highlands Resort further boosted its facility attraction with Genting Skyway cable car system that provides a 3.38 km transport to the hilltop. Genting Skyway is also recognised as the "World's Fastest Mono Cable Car System" with a maximum speed of 21.6 km per hour and the "Longest Cable Car in Malaysia and Southeast Asia".
of Malaysia, dubbed the "City of Entertainment" as it has the only legal land-based casino, Casino de Genting in the country and is run by Genting Malaysia Bhd, a subsidiary
of Genting Group
.
as the largest hotel in the world, since 2006, with a total of 6,118 rooms.
There are over 20 signature attractions which include:
, and its upper station is located at Highlands Hotel
of Genting Highlands Resort.
It was officially opened in 1997 by the former prime minister of Malaysia, Mahathir bin Mohammad.
Situated at the First World Plaza.
GICC has one of the largest column-free Grand Ballroom in Malaysia with a total built-up area of 181467 sq ft (16,858.8 m²) and is equipped with audio video and information technology equipment. It can accommodate up to 2,000 delegates in banquet-style and 3,500 delegates in theatre-style seating, and the entire area can
be split up into two to four sections according to clients' needs.
The 20000 square feet (1,858.1 m²) Convention Halls is multi-purpose and can be used for any functions. It can cater up to 1,200 delegates in theatre-style seating. The hall can be split up into 3 smaller halls according to clients’ needs.
GICC features 87400 square feet (8,119.7 m²) of Meeting Rooms space as well as additional foyer areas.
Located in the lower ground floor of GICC, the Business Centre provides business facilities including secretarial services, fax, and phone and Internet access.
, with capacity of 6,000 people.
An annual 14 km adventure racing and trail running marathon through the rainforest.
Tour de Langkawi
Genting Highlands serve as the finish point of a stage in the Tour de Langkawi cycling race. It is one of the longest (30 km) climbs featured in a cycling event.
Integrated Resort
An integrated resort is a resort with a wide variety of leisure and entertainment attractions, all housed in one resort property. The first known integrated resort began in early 1980s in Malaysia, when Resorts World Genting was developed from a single hotel with casino facility to a variety of...
developed by Genting Group
Genting Group
Genting Group is an Asian conglomerate. It comprises four listed entities Genting Group is an Asian conglomerate. It comprises four listed entities Genting Group is an Asian conglomerate. It comprises four listed entities (namely holding company Genting Berhad (MYX:3182) and its member companies...
. It is nestled on a mountain peak (maximum elevation about 1,860 m) within the Titiwangsa Mountains
Titiwangsa Mountains
The Titiwangsa Mountains are the main mountain range that forms the backbone of the Malay Peninsula.-Geology:...
on the border between the states of Pahang
Pahang
Pahang is the third largest state in Malaysia, after Sarawak and Sabah, occupying the huge Pahang River river basin. It is bordered to the north by Kelantan, to the west by Perak, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, to the south by Johor and to the east by Terengganu and the South China Sea.Its state...
and Selangor
Selangor
Selangor also known by its Arabic honorific, Darul Ehsan, or "Abode of Sincerity") is one of the 13 states of Malaysia. It is on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia and is bordered by Perak to the north, Pahang to the east, Negeri Sembilan to the south and the Strait of Malacca to the west...
of Malaysia. Resorts World Genting is operated by Genting Malaysia Berhad (formerly known as Resorts World Bhd), which also operates Awana chain of resorts & hotels. It is accessible by car from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur is the capital and the second largest city in Malaysia by population. The city proper, making up an area of , has a population of 1.4 million as of 2010. Greater Kuala Lumpur, also known as the Klang Valley, is an urban agglomeration of 7.2 million...
in one hour, or also accessible by a cable car
Gondola lift
A gondola lift is a type of aerial lift, normally called a cable car, which is supported and propelled by cables from above. It consists of a loop of steel cable that is strung between two stations, sometimes over intermediate supporting towers. The cable is driven by a bullwheel in a terminal,...
called Genting Skyway
Genting Skyway
Genting Skyway is a gondola lift serving the Genting Highlands Resort on Genting Highlands. It is located at the Kuala Kubu Bharu, Selangor side of Genting Highlands. Its lower station located near Gohtong Jaya, about 51 kilometres North-East of Kuala Lumpur, comprises a 5-storey station building...
(3.38 km)which at its opening used to be the world's fastest and South East Asia's longest gondola lift.
History
The idea of creating a hill resort located in proximity to Kuala LumpurKuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur is the capital and the second largest city in Malaysia by population. The city proper, making up an area of , has a population of 1.4 million as of 2010. Greater Kuala Lumpur, also known as the Klang Valley, is an urban agglomeration of 7.2 million...
came up in the late Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong
Lim Goh Tong
Tan Sri Dato Seri Lim Goh Tong was a prominent wealthy Malaysian Chinese businessman. He was renowned for his vision and courage in transforming Genting Highlands from an unexplored hilltop into one of the world's most successful casino resorts...
's mind during a business trip to the Cameron Highlands
Cameron Highlands
The Cameron Highlands is one of Malaysia’s most extensive hill stations. It covers an area of .To the north, its boundary touches that of Kelantan; to the west, it shares part of its border with Perak....
in 1964. He mooted this idea while enjoying the fresh and crisp air from the balcony at his hotel room.
Subsequently, a study of the maps and Kuala Lumpur’s vicinity located the ideal site - the 1,800-metre Gunung Ulu Kali, just 55 km from Kuala Lumpur. Tan Sri Lim
Lim Goh Tong
Tan Sri Dato Seri Lim Goh Tong was a prominent wealthy Malaysian Chinese businessman. He was renowned for his vision and courage in transforming Genting Highlands from an unexplored hilltop into one of the world's most successful casino resorts...
then set to transform a remote mountain area amidst the dense virgin tropical jungle and rugged terrain into a holiday destination.
A private company called Genting Highlands Berhad was set up on 27 April 1965, with the late Tan Sri Haji Mohammed Noah bin Omar, Tan Sri Lim successfully obtained approval for the alienation of 12000 acres (48.6 km²) and 2800 acres (11.3 km²) of land from the Pahang and Selangor State Government respectively between the years 1965 and 1970. An anomaly happened during the obtaining of the land approvals. While the Pahang state government swiftly approved a freehold lease, the Selangor
Selangor
Selangor also known by its Arabic honorific, Darul Ehsan, or "Abode of Sincerity") is one of the 13 states of Malaysia. It is on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia and is bordered by Perak to the north, Pahang to the east, Negeri Sembilan to the south and the Strait of Malacca to the west...
state reluctantly approved a 99-year lease. As a result, Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong met the then Mentri Besar of Selangor, Dato Harun Idris and telling him that a freehold lease will be more feasible than a 99-year lease. Finally, the Selangor state government agreed to grant a freehold lease.
On 18 August 1965, a technical and construction team began the herculean task that would take four years to complete the access road from Genting Sempah to the peak of Gunung Ulu Kali.
On 31 March 1969, the late YTM Tunku Abdul Rahman
Tunku Abdul Rahman
Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj ibni Almarhum Sultan Abdul Hamid Halim Shah, AC, CH was Chief Minister of the Federation of Malaya from 1955, and the country's first Prime Minister from independence in 1957. He remained as the Prime Minister after Sabah, Sarawak, and Singapore joined the...
, Malaysia’s first Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for the company’s pioneer hotel, the then Highlands Hotel, marking the completion of the access road to Genting Highlands Resort. The Prime Minister was impressed that the private sector, without the assistance of the Government, could develop a mountain resort for the enjoyment of all Malaysians; subsequently a gaming licence was suggested to help accelerate the development of this remote area.
In 1971, the first hotel at Genting Highlands was successfully completed and was then named Highlands Hotel (now renamed Theme Park Hotel).
The Genting Highlands Resort continued to expand since the opening of the first hotel in 1971. Development of the area continued with care taken to ensure the maintenance of the natural beauty of the rainforest of the region.
To date, Genting Highlands Resort has six hotels (namely Maxims, Genting Hotel, Highlands Hotel, Resort Hotel, Theme Park Hotel and First World Hotel) and two apartment blocks (Ria and Kayangan Apartments) at the hilltop and Awana Genting Highlands Golf and Country Resort.
In 1997, Genting Highlands Resort further boosted its facility attraction with Genting Skyway cable car system that provides a 3.38 km transport to the hilltop. Genting Skyway is also recognised as the "World's Fastest Mono Cable Car System" with a maximum speed of 21.6 km per hour and the "Longest Cable Car in Malaysia and Southeast Asia".
Attractions
It is sometimes informally known as the Las VegasLas Vegas metropolitan area
The Las Vegas Valley is the heart of the Las Vegas-Paradise, NV MSA also known as the Las Vegas–Paradise–Henderson MSA which includes all of Clark County, Nevada, and is a metropolitan area in the southern part of the U.S. state of Nevada. The Valley is defined by the Las Vegas Valley landform, a ...
of Malaysia, dubbed the "City of Entertainment" as it has the only legal land-based casino, Casino de Genting in the country and is run by Genting Malaysia Bhd, a subsidiary
Subsidiary
A subsidiary company, subsidiary, or daughter company is a company that is completely or partly owned and wholly controlled by another company that owns more than half of the subsidiary's stock. The subsidiary can be a company, corporation, or limited liability company. In some cases it is a...
of Genting Group
Genting Group
Genting Group is an Asian conglomerate. It comprises four listed entities Genting Group is an Asian conglomerate. It comprises four listed entities Genting Group is an Asian conglomerate. It comprises four listed entities (namely holding company Genting Berhad (MYX:3182) and its member companies...
.
Hotels
Resorts World Genting has six hotels. One of the six hotels, the First World Hotel, holds the Guinness World RecordsGuinness World Records
Guinness World Records, known until 2000 as The Guinness Book of Records , is a reference book published annually, containing a collection of world records, both human achievements and the extremes of the natural world...
as the largest hotel in the world, since 2006, with a total of 6,118 rooms.
- Maxims Hotel
- First World HotelFirst World HotelFirst World Hotel is the fourth largest hotel in the world by rooms. It comprises Tower 1 and Tower 2, each with 28 floors, and has a total of 6,118 rooms. It is one of the five hotels located in Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia, along with Genting Hotel, Theme Park Hotel, Highlands Hotel and...
- Genting HotelGenting HotelThe Genting Hotel is a 5-star premier hotel at the Genting Highlands Resort, Pahang, Malaysia. The other hotels that are located here include First World Hotel, Resort Hotel, Highlands Hotel and Theme Park Hotel.- History :...
- Highlands HotelHighlands HotelHighlands Hotel is one of the five major hotels beside Genting Hotel, Theme Park Hotel, First World Hotel and Resort Hotel located at Genting Highlands, Malaysia...
- Resort Hotel
- Theme Park HotelTheme Park HotelTheme Park Hotel is the first hotel to be built at Genting Highlands Resort at its early development in 1971. Initially, Theme Park Hotel was called Highlands Hotel, but it was renamed later on....
Dining
- Bakery - Pastries, sandwiches & desserts
- Coffee Terrace - Asian and Western buffet
- Genting Palace Restaurant - Cantonese cuisine
- Hainan Kitchen - Hainanese cuisine
- Imperial Rama - Fine Dining Thai-Chinese cuisine
- Ming Ren Restaurant - Xinjiang cuisine
- The Olive - Fine Dining Western cuisine
- VIP Restaurant - Thai-Chinese cuisine
- Spice Garden - Indian cuisine
Theme Parks
The resort has three theme parks which are Genting Outdoor Theme Park, First World Indoor Theme Park and Water Park.There are over 20 signature attractions which include:
- Flying Coaster
- Genting Sky Venture
- Haunted House
- Ripley's Believe It or Not!Ripley's Believe It or Not!Ripley's Believe It or Not! is a franchise, founded by Robert Ripley, which deals in bizarre events and items so strange and unusual that readers might question the claims...
Museum - SnowWorld
- Space Shot
Genting Skyway
Genting Skyway, located at the Kuala Kubu Bharu, Selangor side of Genting, Malaysia, is a monocable gondola lift serving the Genting Highlands Resort. Its lower station is located near Gohtong JayaGohtong Jaya
Gohtong Jaya is a main township in Genting Highlands, Bentong, Pahang, Malaysia. It was erected and named after Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong, the chairman of Genting Group....
, and its upper station is located at Highlands Hotel
Highlands Hotel
Highlands Hotel is one of the five major hotels beside Genting Hotel, Theme Park Hotel, First World Hotel and Resort Hotel located at Genting Highlands, Malaysia...
of Genting Highlands Resort.
It was officially opened in 1997 by the former prime minister of Malaysia, Mahathir bin Mohammad.
Amenities
The resort has five performance venues.- Arena of Stars
- Genting International Showroom
- Genting International Convention Centre
- Pavilion Hall
- First World Plaza
Pavilion Hall
Pavilion Hall - the latest entertainment hotspot at Genting, is suitable for hosting dance performances and concerts as well as sporting events. It has a 2,000 stadium-style seating capacity and the whole Pavilion can be set up to accommodate more than 6,000 people.Situated at the First World Plaza.
Genting International Convention Centre
Genting International Convention Center or GICC is a venue for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE).GICC has one of the largest column-free Grand Ballroom in Malaysia with a total built-up area of 181467 sq ft (16,858.8 m²) and is equipped with audio video and information technology equipment. It can accommodate up to 2,000 delegates in banquet-style and 3,500 delegates in theatre-style seating, and the entire area can
be split up into two to four sections according to clients' needs.
The 20000 square feet (1,858.1 m²) Convention Halls is multi-purpose and can be used for any functions. It can cater up to 1,200 delegates in theatre-style seating. The hall can be split up into 3 smaller halls according to clients’ needs.
GICC features 87400 square feet (8,119.7 m²) of Meeting Rooms space as well as additional foyer areas.
Located in the lower ground floor of GICC, the Business Centre provides business facilities including secretarial services, fax, and phone and Internet access.
Awards ceremonies
The resort hosts several award ceremonies at the Arena of StarsArena of Stars
Arena of Stars is a musical amphitheater located at outdoor theme park of Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia. The hall can accommodate around 6,000 seats. Arena of Stars is the place for musical events held at Genting Highlands...
, with capacity of 6,000 people.
- IIFA Awards 2002 - hosted by Amitabh BachchanAmitabh BachchanAmitabh Bachchan is an Indian film actor. He first gained popularity in the early 1970s as the "angry young man" of Hindi cinema, and has since appeared in over 180 Indian films in a career spanning more than four decades...
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- Vanessa-MaeVanessa-MaeVanessa-Mae Vanakorn Nicholson , known professionally as Vanessa-Mae , is an internationally known British violinist. Her music style is self-described as "violin techno-acoustic fusion", as several of her albums prominently feature the techno style...
- WestlifeWestlifeWestlife are an Irish boy band established on 3 July 1998. They are to disband in 2012. The group's line-up was Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan, Mark Feehily, Shane Filan, and Brian McFadden . The group are the only act in British and Irish history to have their first seven singles peak at number one...
TV Reality Shows/Competitions, Awards Showcase
Genting also plays host to a range of popular TV Reality Shows & Award Showcase being filmed on site including:- My Astro Music Awards
- Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita HarianAnugerah Bintang PopularAnugerah Bintang Popular which is originally called as Anugerah Pelakon/Penyanyi Popular, is an award presented annually by Berita Harian of Malaysia to recognize excellence of professionals in the entertainment industry, including the film industry, as well as record industry...
- Malaysian IdolMalaysian IdolMalaysian Idol is the Malaysian version of the Idol Series that started in UK, similar to shows such as UK's Pop Idol and American Idol in the franchise. This show is a contest to determine the best young singer in Malaysia, with the winner receiving a major record deal, although some runners-up...
- Star Idol MalaysiaStar Idol MalaysiaStar Idol Malaysia is Malaysia first ever reality drama competition. It began airing its first season on ntv7 on June 8, 2007-Hosts/Judges:There are two hosts for this show*Dai Cun Yun*Tai Fun Pin...
- Project SuperStar (Malaysia)Project Superstar (Malaysia)Project SuperStar is the Malaysian version of Singapore's successful reality format of the same title. To date, three seasons have been completed on 8TV.-Format:...
- MTV Asia AwardsMTV Asia AwardsThe biannual MTV Asia Awards is the Asian equivalent of the Europe MTV EMA. Established in 2002, the show gives recognition and awards to Asian and international icons in achievement, cinema, fashion, humanitarian, and music. Just like the EMA, most of the awards are voted for by the viewers from...
Sports
Genting TrailblazerAn annual 14 km adventure racing and trail running marathon through the rainforest.
Tour de Langkawi
Genting Highlands serve as the finish point of a stage in the Tour de Langkawi cycling race. It is one of the longest (30 km) climbs featured in a cycling event.
Other Places of Attraction
- Awana Genting Highlands Golf & Country Resort
- Chin Swee Caves Temple
- Genting Strawberry Farm
- Highlands Mushroom Farm
- Highlands Vegetable Farm
- Highlands Daylily Farm