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 Located in
the heart of Soth East Asia, Malaysia consists of two separate land masses with
a total of 330,343 sq km. Peninsular Malaysia or West Malaysia is bordered
by Thailand in the North and Singapore in the South.
East Malaysia, comprising the states of Sabah and Sarawak, stretches along
the northern region of Borneo. The two land masses are separated by
the South China Sea.
Here you will discover a delightful fusion of Asia’s oldest civilizations –
Malay, Chinese and Indian, a geo-cultural mix made even more interesting by
the assimilation of other cultures into the fabric of its society – the
indigenous cultures of the Kadazans, Ibans and other ethnic groups of
Sabah
and Sarawak, as well as the influence of the British, Portuguese, Dutch and
Thais. Natural attractions abound and the historic cities of
Penang & Melaka
are popular destinations.
Malaysia has an exuberant celebration of festivals, customs, traditions and
a tempting array of multicultural cuisines. Opportunities for adventure are
as numerous as they are
 diverse.
From jungle trekking, mountain climbing, caving, and mountain biking, to
river safari’s, whitewater rafting, diving, skydiving, off road excitement
and more. Its ancient rainforests, climatic stability, plentiful rainfall,
and tropical greenhouse heat have endowed Malaysia with a cornucopia of
bizarre life forms. In Peninsular Malaysia alone there are over 8000 species
of flowering plants, including 2000 trees, 800 orchids, and 200 palms. They
include the world’s tallest tree species, the
‘tualng’, and the world’s largest flower, the ‘rafflesia’ measuring up to a
metre across. Mammals include elephants, rare rhinos, tapirs, tigers,
leopards, honey bears, several kinds of deer, ‘tempadau’, forest cattle,
various gibbons, and monkeys, including in Borneo, the orang utan and the
bizarre proboscis
 monkey,
scaly anteaters also known as pangolins, and porcupines, to name but a few.
The bird life features spectacular pheasants, the sacred hornbills, and many
groups of colourful birds such as kingfishers, sunbirds, pittas,
woodpeckers, trogons, and barbers. Snakes include cobras, notably the
spitting cobra which shoots venom, vipers, pythons, and colourful tree
snakes.
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13 States and the Federal Territories
Map with State flags and fast facts
The people of Malaysia come from a number of
different ethnic groups mainly Malays, Chinese, Indians, with the
indigenous Eurasians and the indigenous Orang Asli of the peninsula
and the various tribes of Sabah and Sarawak and others tribes making
up the remaining population.
The variety of religions found is a
direct reflection of the diversity of races living in Malaysia. The
Language, Music and Dace, Cultures, and its Celebrations and
Festivals.
Just look, with our multi-cultural
social mix, you certainly can expect somewhat of a unique and
endless blend of cuisine.
Various Items as well as a host of other decor pieces
and functional household items. Details on
the various handicrafts and cultural items include
Pua Kumbu / Wau /
Keris / Wayang
Kulit
/ Wood Carving /
Pottery / Songket /
Mengkuang /
Gold, Silver & Brass
One of the unique feature of Malaysian
celebrations is the concept of open house.
Hari Raya Puasa /
Chinese New Year /
Fifth Moon Festival / Moon Cake
Festival / Ghost Festival /
9 Emperors Festival /
Thaipusam /
Deepavali / Pongal /
Kaul / Pesta Kamaatan /
Gawai Dayak /
Christmas /
Fiesta San Pedro
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Frequently asked questions regarding
travel to and about Malaysia
Brief History of Malaysia from the early Malay
people, Melaka, the colonization by European powers, the Japanese
Occupation, Malayan Emergency to independence and the Indonesian
Confrontation
Malaysia is a
confederation of 13 states. The political system is a federal one,
which each state having its own legislature
Undoubtedly,
the Malaysian monarchy is a unique system as it is the only country
where its King or the ‘Yang DiPertauan Agong’ is elected every five
years.
The King / The Royal Regalia /
Past Kings
Features National & State holidays - Festivals,
Religious holidays, School Holidays as is observed for the current
Calendar 2008
Cultural / Religious & Special Days 2008
Information on transport services and facilities in
Malaysia
Road Transport /
Rail Transport /
Air Transport
Golfing at challenging and scenic
courses throughout Malaysia
Information and details on the climate
and weather conditions prevailing throughout Malaysia |
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