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Malaysia Travel Information

Malaysia also known as the Federation of Malaya is one of the most favoured tourist destinations known for its stunning beauty, gorgeous coastlines, and lush forest. The country is also popular for its diverse wildlife that boasts a wide range of flora and fauna that coexist in their natural habitat. The place also offers numerous adventure activities such as hiking, trekking, and a wide range of water sports that lure tourists from all over the world.

The country with a backdrop of stunning landscapes, dense forests and a panoramic view of the beautiful scenic nature offers a picturesque view that has a positive impact on the tourism of the country. Malaysia has a tropical climate where people can experience hot and humid weather. However, the area receives a good amount of rainfall throughout the year with annual precipitation of around 3,085 mm.

Kuala Lumpur

The capital city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is the largest in the country and is also the most popular city from a tourism point of view. Spread across a land of 245 sq km is the fashion hub due to its vibrant nightlife and being home to some of the largest shopping malls in the world. From luxurious penthouses to bustling markets the city is an example of fast-paced life which attracts people with its ambience and energetic lifestyle.

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Genting Highlands

Similar to Kuala Lumpur, Genting Highlands is another popular hill station of Malaysia that is also known as the city of entertainment due to its wild nightlife, massive shopping complexes and entertainment beyond imagination. Besides the entertainment and nightlife, Getting is also known for its temples and shrines that are located in some of the remote areas that attract Hindu and Buddhist devotes from all over the world.

Kota Kinabalu

Situated on the fringes of the China Sea, Kota Kinabalu is the capital city of Sabah and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Malaysia. The city is known for being home to the highest mountain of Malaysia, Mount Kinabalu. The city also includes several resorts and luxury hotels situated on the coastline making it a perfect destination for your vacation.

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Pekan

Popularly recognized as the ‘Royal Town of Malaysia’, Pekan is a popular tourist place known for being home to grand buildings, clean streets, royal palaces and being home to the Pahang Sultanate in the 15th century. Muzium Masjid Sultan Abdullah, a beautiful mosque is the major attraction of Pekan. The city is also home to the largest freshwater lake in Malaysia, Chini Lake.

Batu Caves

Situated at a distance of 13km from the capital city of Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves is one of the most popular sites among Hindu and Buddhist devotees. The limestone cave houses various statues of Hindu gods and goddesses. The cave is also known for housing one of the tallest Murugan statues in the world standing at a height of 140 feet.

Melaka

Once used to be the trading port for various empires Melaka is a beautiful city in Malaysia that includes various historical sites and an environment that attracts every kind of traveller. Due to its beauty and historic significance, the city was added to the list of world heritage sites by UNESCO in the year 2008.

Putrajaya

Situated in the south of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya is one of the finest cities in Malaysia known for its historic sites and architecture that dates back to the 20th century. Putra Mosque and Putra Bridge are some of the oldest monuments of Putrajaya that reflect the example of Iranian architecture.

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Pangkor Island

Popularly known for scenic landscapes, sandy beaches and vibrant coral reefs, Pangkor Island is a beautiful island located in the Manjung district of Malaysia. An island is a popular place among tourists due to its offering of a wide range of water sports activities such as surfing, snorkelling, jet skiing and many more.

How to Reach Malaysia

Air

With a total of 63 airports, Malaysia is well connected with the rest of the world through airways. Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Penang International Airport are two major airports in the country.

Sea

Indonesia and Thailand are two major countries from where tourists can take a luxury cruise ship to reach Malaysia. However, people can also opt for affordable options by taking a ferry from Thailand and Indonesia.

Road

Although there are no direct roads connecting Malaysia from India, people can land in Thailand or Indonesia from where they can travel to Malaysia by road.

Culture and People of Malaysia

Malaysia is widely popular for its rich diverse culture and traditions that have been passed on by generations. Although traditions and cultural beliefs may change from place to place most people tend to compare themselves based on the status of education. Individual with better proficiency in English and having done their education overseas get more prestige in the society.

The people of Malaysia are hard-working yet friendly. They strongly believe in the hierarchy system where age determines the level of respect and authority to command in society. Bahasa Malaysian is the most commonly spoken language of the country. Agriculture is the major source of livelihood among the people along with hunting, and fishing.

Foods and Cuisine of Malaysia

From traditional Nasi Lemak to mouth-watering Sambal Udang, the foods and delicacies of Malaysia are regarded as some of the best cuisines in the world. Meat and sea foods are the major part of their cuisines that are made from regional spices and seafood items, the Malay cuisine is known for its rich flavour and aroma that are hard to resist. Some of the popular dishes include Ayam Goreng, Nasi Lemak, Nasi Goreng, Nasi Tumpang, Roti Jala and many more.

Capital: Kuala Lumpur

Climate: Warm Tropical

Best Time to Visit: December to April

Speciality of Malaysia:

Heritage sites, Hindu temples and shrines, UNESCO sites, beautiful beaches, rainforests, Cocoa.

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