n["kualakangsar"][0]="Kuala Kangsar|Malaysia|my|Asia";
n["kualakangsar"][1]="The old royal town of Kuala Kangsar in the Perak region of Peninsular Malaysia has several beautiful mosques and palaces. It was also the country's first place where rubber was produced.|There are several hotels and restaurants in Kuala Kangsar. The town is 200 km northwest of Kuala Lumpur.";
n["kualalumpur"][0]="Kuala Lumpur|Malaysia|my|Asia";
n["kualalumpur"][1]="Kuala Lumpur was founded in the 1860's, when some adventurers, who where mining for tin, landed at the confluence of the Kelang and Gombak rivers and started a settlement. They named their town Kuala Lumpur, which means 'Muddy Convergence'. In the beginning numerous people died of malaria and other tropical diseases, but when tin was discovered at Ampang, the flow of immigrants started growing and Kuala Lumpur soon became a bustling, noisy and violent boom town.|During the 19th century the Malaysian peninsula, on which Kuala Lumpur is located, changed hands several times, but in 1913 it fell under British rule and was known as British Malaya. The whole region prospered and by the start of WWII, in 1939, Malaya supplied almost 40% of the world's rubber and 60% of its tin. The rubber and tin industries required numerous laborers and during the time before WWII, countless Chinese and Indian nationals migrated into the region. As early as 1931, the Chinese outnumbered the indigenous Malays. During WWII, Malay fell into Japanese hands without to much struggle. The British were repelled in just four weeks and the Japanese moved into Kuala Lumpur. Only a month later they also took Singapore.|After WWII, the British tried to regain control over the region, but racial tensions had changed the whole situation. Chinese guerillas, which had fought the Japanese, now turned against the British forces. A state of emergency was declared that lasted a decade. In 1957 the British gave up their struggle and Malaya became independent and a coalition of Malays, Indians and Chinese assumed power. Indigenous Malays were granted special rights under the new constitution and in 1963 Malaysia came into being. The new state included Malaya, Singapore, Sarawak and Sabah, but Brunei decided at the last moment, not to join. Immediately after Malaysia was formed, the Philippines laid claim to Sabah, while Indonesia claimed the entire eastern part of the country. The British stepped in once again and it took them almost three years to quell the threat. At the same time a dispute between Singapore and the rest of Malaya erupted over pro-Malayan policies and Singapore was finally expelled from the union in 1965.|By that time Malaysia had become a politically united country, but internal political and social problems continued. The Malays, who had special legal privileges held only 1.5% of economic assets in 1969 and their income was not even half of that what non-Malays earned. Despite of that, non-Malays still directed much resentment to the Malays's special rights and after the 1969 elections, violent riots broke out that led successive governments to slowly legislate away inequities between races. Nowadays the biggest threat for Malaysia's stability and peace may come from the strengthening Islamic resurgence. Many people fear that a growing religious divide might influence the country's stability. Nowadays some 59Â of Kuala Lumpur's population consists of Malays and other indigenous groups, while 32% are Chinese and 9% Indian. The main languages spoken in KL include Bahasa Malay, Chinese, English and Tamil.|At the end of the 20th century, the Asian economic crisis added to the nation's problems. The crash of the national currency was the first setback in a long period of economic growth that started after WWII. Some national confidence was restored in 1998, when the Commonwealth Games where held in Malaysia, although they were somewhat overshadowed by corruption scandals and the arrest of then Deputy Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.|Kuala Lumpur has grown from a small settlement into a modern, bustling city of some two million people and development continues on a grand scale. The city, which is commonly known as KL, boasts glass and steel skyscrapers, but it also retains much of the character and local culture that most other Asian boom cities have lost. There are countless colonial buildings in KL (Kuala Lumpur), but a neglected infrastructure causes traffic problems and the city is also suffering pollution and water shortages. Despite of that, KL is an interesting place that is well worth a visit. You can wander around in Chinatown and watch street vendors and bustling night markets, or visit Little India and you won't get bored very easily.|Kuala Lumpur's skyline is dominated by the twin Petronas Towers skyscrapers, the world's tallest building. Another example of grand scale construction can be found at Merdeka Square, where you can see a 95 m (312 feet) tall flagpole. More large-scale development is underway in several parts of the capital. On the southern fringe of the city, a large 'ultra-high-tech multimedia super corridor' is built.|Malaysia is divided into two large regions, Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur lies in the Selangor province, not far from the western coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Merdeka Square is the traditional center of town. It is a good point of orientation, because of its landmark flagpole, although KL is an easy city to navigate. There are several north-south thoroughfares that should assist in the rapid movement of vehicles, but because of the immense amount of traffic they are mostly jammed. During rush hours the air gets thick with smog and because of the humidity it feels dirty and sticky. As a result, traveling around the city can be frustrating, especially when on foot, as six-lane roads and huge fly-overs were built without taking any notice of pedestrians.|
When to Go
|It doesn't really matter when you visit Kuala Lumpur, as the heat and humidity throughout Malaysia are quite consistent all year round. On most days, temperatures rise above 30°C (86°F), while during the nights they rarely drop below 20°C (70°F). Add to this a high grade of humidity and you will understand, you should take it easy and don't start running around the city too much. Remember to drink enough, as you'll be sweating all the time. Rainfall doesn't vary much either, but it rarely rains all day. Normally there are torrential downpours in the afternoons. The months of June and July tend to have less rainfall.|Since it doesn't depend on the weather, when to visit KL, you might as well adjust your schedule to certain events. There are countless cultures and religions in Malaysia, so there is always something going on. Most events are celebrated according to the local lunar calendar, so dates vary from year to year. The exact dates can be checked from the local tourist offices. The major Islamic event is the fasting during Ramadan and the subsequent feasting at the end of that period. The Hindu festival of Thaipusam, which is banned in India, is celebrated with great fervor in Kuala Lumpur. During the celebrations, which center on the Bata Caves, devotees attach heavy metal frames to their bodies using skewers and hooks. There are more than 40 public holidays in Malaysia, including New Year's Day (1 January), Chinese New Year (variable), Worker's Day (May Day, 1 May) and National Day (31 August).Places of Interest
|Merdeka Square
|Merdeka Square is the traditional heart of Kuala Lumpur. In colonial times, Malaysia's administrators used the square for cricket matches and it was the site of the proclamation of independence in 1957. Merdeka Square was formerly known as Padang. The celebrations of National Day on 31 August are centered on Merdeka Square. Around the square are numerous historic buildings. The Royal Selangor Club is where the city's elite meet, while the Sultan Abdul Samad building, on the eastern side of the square, is just an excellent example of the Victorian-Moorish architecture that is common to many Malaysian cities. It is topped by a 43 m (141 feet) high clock tower. Also on Merdeka Square, are the National History Museum and library, as well as the modern Dayabumi Complex. The beautiful striped and onion-domed Masjid Jame (Friday mosque) is set in a grove of palm trees overlooking Merdeka Square. The building is neatly reflected in a mirror-glass office building nearby. Merdeka Square is in the center of Kuala Lumpur, not far from the convergence of the Kelang and Gombak rivers.|Chinatown
|One of the most interesting and lively parts of Kuala Lumpur is the city's Chinatown. It is a colorful mélange of signs, shops, activity and noise and at its center sits Jalan Petaling, a busy market that is only accessible on foot. The market really starts bustling at night, when food stalls appear and the noise, smells and bright lights give the area a unique atmosphere. Jalang Petaling is lined with beautiful old buildings and on the market anything imaginable is for sale. Chinatown is only 300 m (330 yards) southeast from Merdeka Square, just south of Jami Masjid.|Lake Gardens
|Only about 1 km (0.6 miles) west of the city center is a 92-hectares (227 acres) 'green belt' of planned parkland, known as Lake Gardens. The area is a marvelous and quite escape from all the bustle and noise of the city. Its main focus is Tasik Perdana (the Premier Lake), where locals and visitors relax, stroll around and go out on the lake in small paddleboats. There are several attractions in the park that can be reached on foot, or by shuttle buses.|Lake Gardens' Bird Park consists of an enormous aviary that boasts some 160 bird species from throughout Southeast Asia. Visitors can enter the aviary. The nearby Orchid Garden includes 800 flower species. Other parts of the park are dedicated to tame deer and butterflies. Kuala Lumpur's bronze National Monument, the city's Parliament House and its Planetarium can easily be found from the park.|Golden Triangle
|KL's Golden Triangle is a small city in itself. The area is dominated by the Petronas Towers. The twin towers are almost half a km (1640 feet) tall, making it the world's tallest building. In the Golden Triangle you will find numerous shops, expensive hotels, restaurants, nightlife and other entertainment outlets. The Kuala Lumpur Tower is the world's fourth-highest telecommunications tower. It has an observation deck that provides fantastic views over Kuala Lumpur.|Around Kuala Lumpur
|Batu Caves
|The huge Batu Caves are some of KL's most visited tourist attractions. They are used for Hindu festivals and pilgrimages and Thaipusam devotees use it as a backdrop for their masochistic feats. The Temple Cave is the main cave of the complex. It is reached by a 272-step climb and it is huge. Beyond the stairs is the main temple. The other caves are much smaller and include one that has been elaborately painted with Hindu figures. The Batu Caves are 13 km (8 miles) north of the city center and you can get there by bus from the Central Market, or from Jalan Pudu. Any way it takes about half an hour to get there.|Petaling Jaya
|Petaling Jaya was originally planned as a dormitory town to Kuala Lumpur, but it has become an important industrial center and many industries have their base in Petaling Jaya, which is locally known as PJ. On the way from Kuala Lumpur to PJ you will pass the University of Malaya, which is worth a visit in itself. In PJ are countless shops and restaurants, but the main reason many people visit PJ is the Sunway Lagoon, a huge theme park, which include large waterslides and the world's biggest surf-wave pool. Petaling Jaya is 11 km (7 miles) southwest of Kuala Lumpur. Buses to PJ leave from Kelang bus station in Kuala Lumpur.|Templer Park
|In colonial times the Templer Park was established, not far north of Kuala Lumpur. The park covers about 500 hectares (1235 acres) of primary jungle. It boasts marked jungle paths, swimming lagoons and some nice waterfalls. Just north of the park is Bukit Takun, a stunning limestone rock formation. Buses connect the park with Puduraya Bus Station near the center of Kuala Lumpur. The trip takes about an hour.|Other Activities
|Most of Malaysia's sports and other activities can only be practiced outside Kuala Lumpur, where the air is fresher and where there is more space available. There is also plenty to do in the capital itself though, varying from bird watching to bush walking and swimming. Most of these activities are available in KL's Lake Gardens. The most popular night activity is going out and get boozed at one of the city's discos.|Transportation
|Kuala Lumpur is extremely well serviced by air, bus and train routes. The capital's international airport (KLIA) was opened in 1998 and replaced the old airport at Subang, which now handles mostly domestic air-traffic, although it will eventually become obsolete. KLIA hosts nearly all of Malaysia's international arrivals and departures. The airport is about 50 km south of the city center and public transport between the two is not very good. If you want to go from the city center to the airport, or vice versa you will need to change buses or trains, as there are no direct connections. The trip takes about 90 minutes. Taxis operate on a fixed-price coupon system. Coupons are available from the arrival hall.|The main bus station in Kuala Lumpur is Pudu Raya Terminal just east of Chinatown, from where buses to destinations all over Peninsular Malaysia are available, as well as transportation to Singapore and Thailand. Long-distance trains depart from Kuala Lumpur's historic old train station, about 1 km (0.6 miles) from the new KL Sentral. The old train station was built in a marvelous Moorish style and includes numerous minarets, cupolas, towers and arches.|Public transportation within Kuala Lumpur is fast, comfortable and easy. Buses and city trains move huge numbers of commuters, but foreign tourists will probably find the fast and frequent Light Rail (LRT) most useful. A 16 km long, elevated track, known as the PRT, will be KL's Monorail system.|Taxis in Kuala Lumpur are cheap, but drivers sometimes refuse to use their meters. In that case, just get out and get another cab, or ask locals about the fares beforehand. Once in the taxi, you might get the feeling it is going round in circles and you are being ripped off, but in Kuala Lumpur, you sometimes have to go around several blocks in order to get somewhere. Driving in a straight line to your destination is often not possible.|Alternatively, you can hire a car, but that is more expensive and unnecessary, unless you want to visit some remote destinations outside the capital.|Accommodation and Food
|Most of the cheaper accommodation in Kuala Lumpur is situated in China Town and on Jalan Pudu Lama, southeast of Merdaka Square. In the same area you will also find countless restaurants and bars. Mid-range hotels are concentrated in Chinatown and on Jalan Bukit Bintang, while the top-end places can be found in the Golden Triangle.";
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n["kuching"][0]="Kuching|Malaysia|my|Asia";
n["kuching"][1]="Kuching is the capital of Malaysia's Sarawak region. Some of the city's most interesting sights include the Old State Mosque, the Old Chinese Temple, Satok, the Suspension Bridge, Charles Brooke Memorial Monument, Cat Monument and Kuching Waterfront.|Not far from town is the Semenggoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Center, where Orangutan live 'free' in a forest reserve and are being nurtured to re-adapt themselves to the jungle life. Apart from Orangutan, you will see hornbills, honey bears and monkeys at the center, as well as several other animals. Another nice place to visit is Bako National Park on the peninsula that juts out into the ocean several kilometers north of Kuching.|There are several hotels and restaurants in Kuching. The city sits on the Kuching River, about 975 km east of Kuala Lumpur. Kuching has a small airport.";
n["kudahuvaduisland"][0]="Kudahuvadu Island|Maldives|mv|Asia";
n["kudahuvaduisland"][1]="The island of Kudahuvadu lies in the South Nilandu Atoll. It main feature is the mysterious mound known as hawitta. Mounds like the one on Kudahuvadu are found on several other islands in the Maldives. They are thought to be the ruins of Buddhist temples, but archaeologists never thoroughly investigated them.|The explorer Thor Heyerdahl commented that Kudahuvadu's old mosque had some of the finest masonry he had ever seen, even though the island is so isolated. In the Islamic world Kudahuvadu had always been famous for its finely carved tombstones though.|Kudahuvadu is 160 km south of Malé.";
n["kudang"][0]="Kudang|The Gambia|ga|Africa";
n["kudang"][1]="Kudang is a small, but interesting settlement, which is usually visited during cruises on the Gambia River.|Kudang is 170 km east of Banjul.";
n["kugitangreserve"][0]="Kugitang Reserve|Turkmenistan|tx|Asia";
n["kugitangreserve"][1]="The Kugitang Reserve is an interesting geological research center, right on the border with Uzbekistan. It main attraction is a rock plateau that is imprinted with hundreds of dinosaur footprints. It is thought that in the Jurassic period, some 150 million years ago the plateau was the bed of a lagoon. Later, when the lagoon dried out the wet sand, including the footprints was left to bake in the sun and hardened. Sand and dust protected the prints from eroding.|The best way to visit the Kugitang Reserve, is on a day trip from Gowurdak.";
n["kukës"][0]="Kukës|Albania|al|Europe";
n["kukës"][1]="Kukës sits on a beautiful location above Lake Fierza and not far from the 2486 m (8154 feet) high peak of Mount Gjalica. Originally the town sat at the junction of the White and Black Drin Rivers, but in 1962 plans for a hydroelectric dam that would flood its location, caused the relocation of the entire town.|Kukës is a pleasant town, with several hotels and restaurants. The town is 100 km (60 miles) northeast of Tiranë (Tirana) and served by minibuses.";
n["kula"][0]="Kula|United States|us|North America";
n["kula"][1]="Kula is the center of Maui's Upcountry and just off Highway 37. The area is Maui's agricultural heartland and crops, such as lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, cauliflower and cabbage thrive there, due to Kula's warm days, cool nights and rich volcanic soil. Sweet Kula onions are famous throughout Hawaii and no local gourmet would be complete without them. Most of Hawaii's proteas, carnations and chrysanthemums are also grown in the area. During the California Gold Rush in the 19th century, Kula farmers shipped so many potatoes off to the miners that the area became known as Nu Kaleponi, or New California.|There are several interesting gardens in Kula. The Clouds' Rest Protea Farm has a small garden with plants that are identified by plaques. Tropical plants can be seen at Kula Botanical Gardens. It is overgrown and shady. The Enchanting Floral Gardens that were established later are sunny, open and colorful. The University of Hawaii runs an Agricultural Research Center there that specializes in developing new protea hybrids. Another important sight in the region is the octagonal Holy Ghost Church, which was built in 1897 by Portuguese immigrants. It boasts a beautifully ornate Iberian interior.";
n["kuldiga"][0]="Kuldiga|Latvia|lg|Europe";
n["kuldiga"][1]="About 2.5 km (1.5 miles) north of Kuldiga's town center are the remains of an ancient fortress, evidence of the fact that the town was an important settlement of the Cours. In town you'll also find a 17th-century town hall, as well as a granary that dates from the 18th century and several Roman Catholic, Russian Orthodox and Lutheran churches. Other interesting sights in Kuldiga include a sculpture garden and the regional museum. Overall, Kuldiga is one of the most picturesque and historic town in Latvia's Kurzeme region.|Kuldiga lies on the Venta River, which includes a 2 m (6 feet) high waterfall, even though Latvia is a very flat country. The waterfall is 275 m (900 feet) wide, making it the widest cascade in Europe. The river itself is excellent for fishing and swimming.|There are several hotels and restaurants in Kuldiga. The town is 130 km west of Riga. There are good bus connections between Kuldiga and the capital.";
n["kulluvalley"][0]="Kullu Valley|India|in|Asia";
n["kulluvalley"][1]="The Kullu Valley lies in northern Himachal Pradesh. The southern end of the valley is just a narrow gorge, but it widens to the north, until it rises from Mandi and Aut, toward the 3978 m high Rohtang Pass. The friendly people, including Tibetan refugees grow fruit, like apples, as well as rice and wheat in the fertile valley. Nomadic shepherds herd their stock in the area. In the background the peaks of the Parvati and Barabhangal ranges loom. The mountains' lower slopes are covered with forests, while the rocky peaks are covered with snow and ice.|The main town in the valley is Manali. Most accommodation and restaurants can be found there and it is a good place to base yourself if you want to visit the area. Around Manali are numerous interesting villages, waterfalls, hot springs and temples. The town of Solang Nullah is the best place to go if you want to ski. The Beas River is excellent for rafting and treks can be made to the Malana and Parbatti valleys, as well as to the towns of Lahaul, Spiti and Kinnaur.";
n["kulusuk"][0]="Kulusuk|Greenland|gl|North America";
n["kulusuk"][1]="Kulusuk is on the small island with the same name, off Greenland's eastern coast. It has an international airport, which makes it one of the major entry points to the territory. Kulusuk can be visited on day trips from Reykjavík on Iceland and it is a perfect introduction to Greenland. Kulusuk sits on a rocky hillside above an endless field of icebergs. Most of the town's residents make their living by hunting or provide services to tourists. Despite the relatively large amounts of tourists, Kulusuk's population has retained most of its traditional habits and way of life, probably, because most tourists only stay for a very short time.|Kulusuk's cemetery boasts plastic flowers, as real ones are very hard to come by in the region and to valuable. Qajak demonstrations are sometimes organized. The island of Kulusuk is quite small and there are several interesting hiking trails.|During the summer Kulusuk has daily air connections with Reykjavík, but you are not allowed to arrive in Kulusuk and travel westwards. You will have to leave the same way you came; back to Reykjavík by air. There are ferries to the nearby island of Tasiilaq. Kulusuk is 715 km east of Nuuk and accommodation is available in town.";
n["kumasi"][0]="Kumasi|Ghana|gh|Africa";
n["kumasi"][1]="Kumasi is the ancient capital of the Ashanti kingdom. It lies in the heart of Ashanti country some 200 km northwest of Accra. The city is Ghana's major cultural and economic center. There is nothing left of the original city as it was sacked by the British during the fourth Ashanti war in 1874. The Ashanti King still lives in the city. The surrounding area consists of green hills as far as you can see.|Most people come to Kumasi to visit the National Cultural Center northwest of the railway station. You can buy handicrafts and musical instruments from the cultural center. Lesson to play those instruments are given as well. There is a small museum that exhibits the Ashanti history. The fake Golden Stool that fooled the British who demanded the real one, supposed to hold the Ashanti empire's strength, can also be seen there. The British found out only decades later. The stool is so sacred that it is not allowed to touch the ground and nobody can sit on it, not even the king. You can see a photo of the original stool at the museum. The real stool is kept at Manhyia Palace and used to celebrate special occasions.|Manhyia Palace is also known as Asantehene's Palace. It is home of the Ashanti King, although he lives in a new palace directly behind the old one. The old palace can be visited and when you are in Kumasi during the Adae festival, the 42 day cycle when the Ashanti religious calendar culminates in Akwasidee, you might even meet the king. The tourist office at the Cultural Center can tell you exactly on which days this takes place.|West of the Cultural Center is the Anokye Sword. According to the legend, it marks the place where the Golden Stool descended from the heavens and marked the beginning of the Ashanti people. The same legend tells that when the sword is ever pulled out of the ground the Ashanti people will disappear. The city's zoo is directly east of the Cultural Center. It has lush gardens and some animals roam freely. The Botanic gardens near the University are also nice to walk around in.|Accra's central market is immediately north of the railway station, a kilometer or so east of the Cultural Center. There is not much you can't buy there.|There is a Military Museum in the old Kumasi Fort, but its exhibition of colonial weaponry is not exactly exiting.|There are a number of small craft villages around Kumasi where you can buy various excellent handicrafts. Each village has its own specialty. Ahwiaa is specialized in woodcarvings while Bonwire is where you will find kente cloth and weavings. Other weavings, especially andinkra cloth can be found at Ntonso, while in Kurufuforum they specialize in brass casting and in Pankrono you can buy good pottery. The best way to visit the villages is to hire a taxi for the day or go there by minibus (tro-tro) from Kumasi. Lake Bosomtwe, 30 km from Kumasi, is a sacred crater lake that is supposed to be bottomless. It lies in a refreshing area and you can safely swim in the lake. There is a hotel near the lake as well.|Accommodation in Kumasi is widely available and restaurants are scattered all over town, though the cheapest ones are the chop bars along the railway. There is a swimming pool at the University campus.|Since Kumasi a major transportation hub in Ghana, you won't have any trouble finding a taxi or minibus (tro-tro). There are three main truck parks in town, all within one kilometer of the railway station. At the Kejetia Park you will find transport to areas northwest and northeast of Kumasi, while the Zongo Park serves the north. For destinations south of Kumasi you will have to go to the Asafo Park. Kumasi has rail links with Takoradi and Accra and there are several flights per week to Accra and Tamale. There many buses, tro-tro and taxis to all cities in Ghana.";
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n["kumba"][0]="Kumba|Cameroon|cm|Africa";
n["kumba"][1]="Kumba is probably one of the most ugly towns in Cameroon, but it very lively, with a big market where lots of smuggled goods from Nigeria can be bought.|There are several hotels in Kumba. There is a motor park for places in the direction of Bamenda a few km north from the center. On the opposite side of town is another motor park for the Douala direction.";
n["kumbhmela"][0]="Kumbh Mela|India|in|Asia";
n["kumbhmela"][1]="Kumbh Mela is a cycle of pilgrimage in India and one of the largest religious events on earth. Every 12 years, millions of Hindus visit the four cities of Allahabad, Nasik, Ujjain and Haridwar along the Ganges River and bathe in especially holy stretches in order to wash away their sins.|According to Hindu myths, the gods once fought a battle over the kumbh (pitcher), which contained the nectar of immortality. During the fight, four drops of the nectar spilled onto the earth and fell on the ground of Allahabad, Nasik, Ujjain and Haridwar.|At each of the cities a massive mela (fair) is held during the event and millions of Hindus, including naked saddhus, nagas and Hindu monks, as well as other Hindu holy men, arrive there from all over India. For India's Hindus, the four cities in the Kumbh Mela are among the seven most sacred places on the pilgrimage circuit.|In Haridwar ('Gateway to the Gods'), millions gather in the sacred area where the Ganges River leaves the mountains and enters the plains, while in Allahabad the confluence of the Ganges and the Yamuna, as well as the mythical River of Enlightenment, known as sangam, is the holiest spot. The Allahabad Kumbh Mela is the largest of all melas, with over 100 million pilgrims visiting.";
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n["kumzar"][0]="Kumzar|Oman|mu|Asia";
n["kumzar"][1]="Kumzar is one of Oman's northernmost places. It is set on an isolated cove on the northern edge of the Musandam Peninsula and it is only accessible by boat.|Accommodation is available in town. Kumzar is 375 km northwest of Masqat.";
n["kunming"][0]="Kunming|China|ch|Asia";
n["kunming"][1]="Kunming is the capital of the Yunnan province in southwestern China. It is often referred to as 'Spring City' because of its mild climate throughout the year. There are several interesting markets in Kunming.|There are numerous hotels and restaurants scattered all over the city. Kunming is 2090 km southwest of Beijing.";
n["kuntaur"][0]="Kuntaur|The Gambia|ga|Africa";
n["kuntaur"][1]="Kuntaur is northwest of Georgetown's ferry landing on the northern bank of the Gambia River. Near Kuntaur you can see the largest concentration of megalithic stone circles in the Gambia: The Wasu Stone Circles.|You will have to get a taxi from Georgetown to get there.";
n["kuraymah"][0]="Kuraymah (Karima)|Sudan|su|Africa";
n["kuraymah"][1]="Kuraymah is a small market town on the Nile River, 340 km north of Khartoum. Several kilometers south of town is the hill of Jebel Barkal. It was a sacred site for Egyptians during the 18th Dynasty. Not far from this hill, at El Kuru are some pyramid tombs with paintings. The ruins of Merowe can be seen at Nuri across the Nile River from El Kuru. It is the site of the ancient capital of Napata. More tombs are at Nussa, 20 km downstream.|Several kilometers upstream are some small falls in the Nile known as Fourth Cataract. In Kuraymah is a market, as well as several hotels and restaurants.";
n["kuremae"][0]="Kuremäe (Pühtitsa Convent)|Estonia|en|Europe";
n["kuremae"][1]="In the town of Kuremäe is the beautiful Pühtitsa Convent, which was built on the site of ancient pagan worship, in the 19th century. The Russian Orthodox nunnery offers accommodation and strictly vegetarian meals.|The town of Kuremäe is in the northeast of Estonia, 160 km east of Tallinn. There is a daily bus between the two.";
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n["kuruman"][0]="Kuruman|South Africa|sf|Africa";
n["kuruman"][1]="The scenery of the unspoilt country around Kuruman is magnificent, but the town itself is of little interest. The only sights worth a visit are the Eye of Kuruman where spring water bubbles up and the nice old Moffat Mission station, just outside town.|There are some hotels and restaurants in Kuruman, as well as a campsite. Kuruman is 515 km southwest of Pretoria.";
n["kusti"][0]="Kusti (Kosti)|Sudan|su|Africa";
n["kusti"][1]="There is not much of interest in the small town of Kusti. The Kenana Sugar Factory is in town and you can make boat trips to Gezira Aba Island (Abba Island) in the Nile. On the island you can visit the Mahdi's Mosque. The town of Kusti was named after a Greek trader.|There are several hotels and restaurants in town. Many restaurants serve local fish from the Nile. Kusti is 245 km south of Khartoum on the western bank of the Nile River. It is connected by road and railway bridges with Rabak on the other shore.";
n["kuta+lombok"][0]="Kuta (on Lombok)|Indonesia|id|Asia";
n["kuta+lombok"][1]="Kuta has always been a laid back town, especially outside the month of August, but development is picking up and it won't be many years before the town will be a major tourist destination. About 2 km east of Kuta is Pantai Segar, an enormous rock that can be climbed for excellent views over the countryside. Kuta is an excellent place to go surfing and at the town of Gerupak, 7 km to the east, it is even better. You can get there by local fishing boat.|West of Kuta is Selong Blanak, a beautiful sandy bay, where plenty of surfing facilities are available. Along the way you will pass the towns of Mawan, Tampa and Mawi, all of which have good surfing conditions. Further west is the nice town of Pengantap.|There are several hotels and restaurants in Kuta. The town is on Lombok's southern coast, about 1090 km east of Jakarta.";
n["kuta"][0]="Kuta (on Bali)|Indonesia|id|Asia";
n["kuta"][1]="Kuta is one of Bali's main tourist resorts. It is an ugly town, full of modern hotels and apartment blocks, but it boasts the beast beach on Bali and the only one that has a surf, which breaks over sand instead of a coral reef.|Although tourist driven development has caused Kuta to grow rapidly, the town retains an atmosphere of a village. There are numerous quiet compounds and narrow alleys and many people place devotional offerings in front of their houses. In the cool evenings, locals come out on the street to gossip about their daily things. On the other hand, Kuta has a traffic problem, modern architecture, topless sunbathers and Western style bars and restaurants.|There are countless hotels, restaurants, bars, food stalls and small shops in Kuta, most of which can be found behind the labyrinth of roads and alleys that lines the beach. Most of the cheaper accommodation is situated along Poppies Gang, which runs directly from Kuta Beach to the center of town. In the same area you'll also find a huge selection of restaurants and food stalls. There are also many shops, where cheap souvenirs are on sale, as well as genuine antiques. Kuta lies on Kuta Bay, about 10 km (6 miles) southwest of Denpasar and 960 km east of Jakarta.|Kuta came in the news in October 2002, when more than hundred tourists were killed by bomb attacks on two nightclubs.";
n["kutabay"][0]="Kuta Bay|Indonesia|id|Asia";
n["kutabay"][1]="The area around Kuta Bay is one of Bali's major tourist destinations. The two most important beach resorts on Kuta Bay are Kuta and Legian. Both towns offer plenty of accommodation, Western food, good shopping facilities, marvelous beaches and a bustling nightlife. Other beach resorts include Sanur, where the more affluent tourists go, Nusa Dua, which is even more expensive and Ulu Watu, which is Bali's most prominent surfing spot.";
n["kutnahora"][0]="Kutná Hora|Czech Republic|ez|Europe";
n["kutnahora"][1]="Kutná Hora was once the second most important town in Bohemiam region, after Praha (Prague). The town sat on rich veins of silver and the metal was mined to mint silver groschen coins. The groschen was the most important currency in central Europe at that time. Many of the old buildings remain and in 1996 Kutná Hora was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.|The historic center is easily seen on foot. It boasts numerous medieval buildings and its Cathedral of St Barbara is stunning. The Gothic Church of Our Lady is also worth a visit, as is the Saint James Church, which used to be a Jesuit College in the 17th century. A nice collection of antique artifacts can be seen in the Ursuline Convent. The Hradek Mining Museum shows everything you want to know about the town's mining history. And if you want to know even more you can visit the town's medieval mine shafts. The cemetery at Sedlec includes a Gothic ossuary, decorated with the bones of some 40,000 people.|There are several hotels and restaurants in Kutná Hora. The town is very picturesque and lies about 65 km southeast of Praha (Prague).";
n["kuwolsan"][0]="Kuwolsan|North Korea|kn|Asia";
n["kuwolsan"][1]="On the southern side of the mouth of the Taedong River, just across from the port city of Namp'o are the Nine Moon Mountains, which include some of the most spectacular peaks on North Korea's western coast. There are some unpaved roads and hiking trails that lead over two of the main peaks, as well as through two beautiful valleys, where you can see waterfalls, hot springs, old fortress walls and ancient shrines and hermitages.|Not far south of the main peak is the summer resort of Samsong Pleasure Ground, where many affluent North Koreans spend their holidays. Further south is the reconstructed temple of Woljongsa.|Accommodation is available at Samsong Pleasure Ground. The most important sights in the region can be explored in a day or so. It requires some driving and hiking, but you can only go there with a guide. The mountains at Kuwolsan are 65 km southwest of P'yongyang.";