Friday 17 July 2009

We took a trip down south by the M20 to Dover, attracted to the White Cliffs of Dover. Much of the chalk downland along the cliff tops is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and part of the Heritage Coast with interesting and rare flora and fauna. Dover is to be appreciated for its magnificient scenery which not only make it an island nation but has witnessed many historic events in UK, including The Battle 0f Britain, troops leaving and returning during WWI and WWII and Captain Webb swimming the English Channel. We also drove up to Dover Castle to see the spectacular view of the city.

Talking about sites of special interest, the Malaysian Government once was horrified to know that Langkawi Island, famous for its gamat (sea cucumber), was losing the species due to destruction of the coastland because of development. Hopefully, things are back in order, what with the marine Geopark being developed there.

PS. Whatever happened to our Datuk Mydin, the Malaysian English Channel swimmer?

PS 2. To the young Malaysian girl who wanted to attempt swimming the English Channel but had to withdraw because of bad weather, better luck next time.