Malaysia Tourist Guides — Introduction

Federation of Malaysia spread over a range of 329750 sq. km. in the Southeast Asia with an overall population of approximately 23 million, is a fusion of 50% Malay, 9% Indian, 33% Chinese and other native tribes like Orang Asli and Iban. Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, TaoistChristian and tribal religion and their culture are popular in this Country. It also has Southeast Asia's most vibrant old port, Georgetown.

Malaysia boasts some of the most exotic beaches, mountains and National Parks in Asia. Kuala Lumpur, Cameron Highlands Hill Station, Langkawi, wildlife in East Malaysian Island, Mount Kinabalu, two of the world.s tallest skyscrapers and a magnificent cyber center for computer business are few of the major tourists attraction worth visiting. Kuala Lumpur, Capital of this Country has a number of skyscrapers and exotic markets. The Country is ruled by the constitutional monarchial government. Western Industrialization is mainly followed and liked by these people. The major industries are for electronics, textiles, rubber, tin, timber and palm oil and their major trading partners are USA, Singapore and Japan. With 4% inflation rate country.s annual growth is 2% with per capita income of US $ 4,530.

Malaysia is divided into two halves by the South China Sea and includes a number of small islands. The western half i.e. the Peninsular Malaysia occupies two-third of the entire 18 million populations. The eastern half is under-developed and mostly occupied by world.s most remote jungles - Sabah and Sarawak that covers the northern third of Borneo. Tourists are restricted to visit the islands off Sabah's east coast that also includes Sipadan and Pandanan and are instructed to be cautious while in Sabah.s east Coast as there is risk of kidnapping and terrorist attacks in this region.

Malaysia is a tropical country with hot and humid weather pattern practicing tropical vegetation in abundant and is well known for world.s oldest rain forest. Borneo is the most humid place. In both areas, coastal lowlands give way to mountainous interiors. Eastern coast has better climate and is colder at higher altitude. October-February is the monsoon time in the eastern coast. During this season, the eastern coasts are mostly wet, sea is rough and the coastal roads are flooded with high water level disrupting communication and tourist operations. One sweater or jacket can survive you in the cold temperature of Mount Kinabalu area. This is the best time in Western Coast as it is dry when Eastern Coast is wet.

Popular in whole of Asia for its vibrant and enchanting colors, Malaysia has multi-cultural sights with a vast range of flora and fauna, captivating islands, sunny beaches, dense forests and magnificent mountains. The Malaysian people are friendly and hospitable and are well known for their kindness and affectionate nature. Malaysia is a paradise for tourists with many other attractions like shopping malls, versatile conference venue, adventure land and many more.

The people are hostile and speak Malay language. Malaysia being a centrally located country between Indian Ocean and South China Sea, is a major meeting point for the traders from East and West. English is the business language and is compulsory in schools. Mostly occupied by Chinese, Indians and other native people. They follow Islamic religion but also have diversified religions with temples, mosques and churches in same locality.

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