Geography
Geography
Separated into two regions by the South China Sea. Mostly flat land with a few mountain ranges, a long coastline and multiple islands on the Peninsular side. On the East side, it mostly mountainous on the interior with hills and valleys, most of the population lives by the coast. Malaysia is bordered by Thailand, Singapore Indonesia and Brunei..
Population
Population
31.7 million. There are various ethnic groups in Malaysia, with Malays, Chinese and Indians being the three major groups, along with other indigenous people such as Peranakan, Dayak, Iban, Bidayuh, Kadazan Dusun, Bajau, Serani and many others.
Religion
Religion
Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
History
History
Once home to many ancient empires, Malaysia slowly transformed into a Sultanate. It was conquered by the countries such as Portugal and the Dutch for a period, and even occupied by Japanese forces during World War 2. Independence from British rule was successful and Malaysia was it’s own sovereign state on the 31st of August, 1957. Since then, rapid economic growth in the oil and technology sector brings Malaysia to where it is today.
Culture
Culture
Malaysia has a distinct mix of ethnicities, languages and each of their unique cultures. All these combined together gives birth to Malaysian culture and each one is practiced in their own special way. The food culture here is most expansive and it is known to have a long list of must-try food which consists of elements from Asian cuisines - having influences from Malay, Chinese, Indian, Thai, Javanese and even Sumatran.
What to do there?
What to do there?
Go diving at one of the best diving spots on the planet in Sipadan, Sabah then climb up Mount Kinabalu for an unforgettable view. Savour local delights such as nasi lemak, teh tarik, laksa and char kuay teow to satisfy your palate. Experience Malaysia’s multiple cultures by visiting the multitude of temples, mosques and cultural centres to get a feel for what diversity stands for.
What to see there?
What to see there?
The Petronas Twin Towers is a sight to behold during both day and night, right in the middle of the capital, Kuala Lumpur. Head north to Georgetown (A UNESCO World Heritage site) in Penang and witness the street art scattered throughout the island along with the Kek Lok Si Temple, the largest in Malaysia. On the East side, visit the national parks in Sarawak and wander off into the Mulu and Niah caves and try to spot the hornbills and orang utans while you’re in the state!
Useful local terms
Useful local terms
- My name is … (Nama saya …)
- What’s your name? (Apakah nama anda?)
- Selamat pagi/petang/malam. (Good morning/evening/night)
- Thank you. (Terima kasih)
- Welcome. (Sama sama)
- Yes. (Ya)
- No. (Tidak)
- How much is the price? (Berapakah harga ini?)
- Please help me. (Tolong bantu saya)
- Excuse me. (Maafkan saya)
- I don’t know. (Saya tidak tahu)
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Dress lightly as the weather is mostly hot and humid.
- Downpours do occur so have an umbrella on hand and check the forecasts.
- Wear decent attire when visiting places of worship.
- Don’t be afraid to ask the locals more about a certain culture or practice, most of them are happy to help.
- Try out new meals wherever you go, Malaysia is known as a foodies’ paradise!
14 states with the city of Kuala Lumpur spelling out capital F.U.N. for both the young and the young at heart. Stunning cityscapes, glorious food, lush flora and fauna - with different cultures melding into one big uniquely Malaysian tapestry.
Official campaign
14 states with the city of Kuala Lumpur spelling out capital F.U.N. for both the young and the young at heart. Stunning cityscapes, glorious food, lush flora and fauna - with different cultures melding into one big uniquely Malaysian tapestry.
Official campaign
Geography
Geography
Separated into two regions by the South China Sea. Mostly flat land with a few mountain ranges, a long coastline and multiple islands on the Peninsular side. On the East side, it mostly mountainous on the interior with hills and valleys, most of the population lives by the coast. Malaysia is bordered by Thailand, Singapore Indonesia and Brunei..
Population
Population
31.7 million. There are various ethnic groups in Malaysia, with Malays, Chinese and Indians being the three major groups, along with other indigenous people such as Peranakan, Dayak, Iban, Bidayuh, Kadazan Dusun, Bajau, Serani and many others.
Religion
Religion
Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
History
History
Once home to many ancient empires, Malaysia slowly transformed into a Sultanate. It was conquered by the countries such as Portugal and the Dutch for a period, and even occupied by Japanese forces during World War 2. Independence from British rule was successful and Malaysia was it’s own sovereign state on the 31st of August, 1957. Since then, rapid economic growth in the oil and technology sector brings Malaysia to where it is today.
Culture
Culture
Malaysia has a distinct mix of ethnicities, languages and each of their unique cultures. All these combined together gives birth to Malaysian culture and each one is practiced in their own special way. The food culture here is most expansive and it is known to have a long list of must-try food which consists of elements from Asian cuisines - having influences from Malay, Chinese, Indian, Thai, Javanese and even Sumatran.
What to do there?
What to do there?
Go diving at one of the best diving spots on the planet in Sipadan, Sabah then climb up Mount Kinabalu for an unforgettable view. Savour local delights such as nasi lemak, teh tarik, laksa and char kuay teow to satisfy your palate. Experience Malaysia’s multiple cultures by visiting the multitude of temples, mosques and cultural centres to get a feel for what diversity stands for.
What to see there?
What to see there?
The Petronas Twin Towers is a sight to behold during both day and night, right in the middle of the capital, Kuala Lumpur. Head north to Georgetown (A UNESCO World Heritage site) in Penang and witness the street art scattered throughout the island along with the Kek Lok Si Temple, the largest in Malaysia. On the East side, visit the national parks in Sarawak and wander off into the Mulu and Niah caves and try to spot the hornbills and orang utans while you’re in the state!
Useful local terms
Useful local terms
- My name is … (Nama saya …)
- What’s your name? (Apakah nama anda?)
- Selamat pagi/petang/malam. (Good morning/evening/night)
- Thank you. (Terima kasih)
- Welcome. (Sama sama)
- Yes. (Ya)
- No. (Tidak)
- How much is the price? (Berapakah harga ini?)
- Please help me. (Tolong bantu saya)
- Excuse me. (Maafkan saya)
- I don’t know. (Saya tidak tahu)
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Dress lightly as the weather is mostly hot and humid.
- Downpours do occur so have an umbrella on hand and check the forecasts.
- Wear decent attire when visiting places of worship.
- Don’t be afraid to ask the locals more about a certain culture or practice, most of them are happy to help.
- Try out new meals wherever you go, Malaysia is known as a foodies’ paradise!
