Visit Malaysia Information for South Asian Travel Ideas
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Visit Malaysia tourist information is all about getting into the Malay way of seeing life.
A major South East Asia travel destination it became a unified state in 1963. And name was adopted when the Federation of Malaya, Singapore, North Borneo and Sarawak formed.
There are two parts to the country, 11 states on the peninsula and two states on the island of Borneo.
The people are welcoming, friendly, very laid back and love to celebrate.
This can be seen in the many festivals and celebration they enjoy.
The main ethnic groups are Malays, Chinese and Indians.
All have influenced each other creating a truly unique culture.
On Borneo, there are a various indigenous ethnic groups with their own unique culture and heritage.
The Malays are largest ethnic group and account for roughly fifty percent of the population.
The second largest group is the Chinese at around twenty five percent of the population.
The third of three main groups are the Indians with about ten percent of the population.
Travel Malaysia and enjoy a wonderful cultural mix of peoples, colours, sights and sounds.
The country offers a great diversity.
From the bustling capital of Kuala Lumpur to the houses built on stilts in the countryside.
There are cities, green highlands and wonderful warm sandy beaches.
The main cities are:
Kuala Lumpur
known as KL, which is home to the Petronas Twin Towers. The tallest twin towers in the world.
The city rises out of the jungle and has many attractions as well as Suria KLCC a modern shopping mall.
The former capital Malacca retains it’s colonial feel. And the influence of British, Dutch and Portuguese is reflected in it’s well preserved fort, the maritime museum and the cultural museum.
Georgetown is home to the country's architectural heritage with many buildings surviving from Malaysia's colonial period under British rule.
Sarawak's state capital Kuching is located along the river Sungai Srawak is more laid back the KL. A sunset stroll along the river promenade is not to be missed. There are many thing to do from here including a visit to Bako National Parkand the Sarawak Cultural Village.
Kota Kinabalu or KK is Sabah's capital. From here you can access paradise islands, long sandy beaches, virgin coral reefs, tropical rain forests and the mighty Mount Kinabalu, which is set in the National park.
If it's peace and quiet you're after, when you visit malaysia, then head for the world renowned beaches and resorts that offer perfect holiday getaways.
Langkawi is one of the country's most popular destinations. It is made up of more than 100 Islands with beautiful beaches which must be seen to be believed. It has the reputation as having some of the most picturesque beaches in the world.
From here you can take a cable car ride to the top of the mountain to see the Seven Wells waterfalls.
Visit Malaysia, one of South East Asia's premier travel destinations.
For a rich cultural history and ancient traditions. Together with rainforests, stunning beaches and a variety of wildlife.
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