Uncover the Gems of Malaysia & Explore Like Never Before

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Tourists all around the world look for destinations that enthral them with their beauty and leave them in awe. Separated by the South China Sea, Malaysia is a peninsula that consists of two terrestrial zones. Its one region is called West Malaysia which borders Thailand in the North and Singapore in the South. The other region is East Malaysia which is located on the North of Borneo Island.



What Does Malaysia Offer?

Malaysia ranks among the world’s top tourist destinations with several green forests, tall buildings, and sandy beaches. The place offers mesmeric topography and several islands and deep caves to explore. For hiking lovers, Malaysia proves to be an ideal spot as it offers the best mountain trekking prospects. Thrill seekers and sports lovers can enjoy playing epic water sports and quench their adventure thirst. Tourists can also explore the beautiful marine life through scuba-diving and snorkelling and can observe the amazing wildlife. Visitors can enjoy the shopping scene in Malaysia while exploring various shops and markets and savouring both international and local cuisines.


Revel in the Attractions of Malaysia

Malaysia offers the most scenic places to visit where travellers can enjoy their holidays to the fullest and make their ideal tour dream come true. These travellers can also reserve Umrah packages which include a visit to Malaysia and then to the holy places of Mecca and Medina. To top your journey to Malaysia with the pilgrimage, the incredible Ramadan Umrah packages 2024 prove to be the best. Meanwhile, let’s look into the amazing places that Malaysia offers:


#1. Kuala Lumpur

The largest city and the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur makes its name for being one of the most popular destinations globally. Travel lovers from all over the world come to this global metropolitan to observe its renowned Petronas Twin Towers and many other skyscrapers. They can reside in 5-star luxury hotels such as the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel and enjoy its best services. This amazing hotel features relaxing spas, outdoor pools, restaurants, bars, fitness centres, gift shops, and meeting spaces for visitors.

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Other places that tourists can visit include The National Palace, The House of Parliament, and other architecture depicting modern, colonial, Asia, and Malay culture. They can explore the amazing Central Market, Merdeka Square, and Chinatown’s Petaling Street.


#2. Langkawi

Tourists who want to enjoy the most amazing beach time can visit Langkawi which houses several beaches with stunning backdrops. Situated off the Northwestern shore of Malaysia, this archipelago of 99 islands houses many beaches with shores lined up with coconut trees and protected Geoforest parks. Tourists can enjoy quiet time in the remote Northeastern islands with beautiful limestone settings. They can head to the famous Pantai Cenang Beach to soak up the sun rays, enjoy picnics with family, and play beach and water sports. For families, Langkawi Park proves to be the best site to visit which houses old buildings, lush gardens, and statues of ogres and mythical beings. For a unique experience, head to the rice fields and visit a small museum at the Laman Padi Rice Garden. Observe the beauty of Telaga Tujuh Falls and enjoy the scenic city views on the Langkawi Sky Bridge pedestrian pathway.


#3. Taman Negara

Popular for its amazing wildlife and floras, Taman Negara covers three states across the Northern side of West Malaysia. Being one of the most ancient tropical forests worldwide, this place houses rare birds and animal species including the Malayan Tiger, Sumatran Rhinoceros, and Asian elephant. Trekking lovers can hike the Teresek Hill and watch stunning views, rare birds, and wild pigs. They can also meet the indigenous jungle group named Orang Asli who can teach them about their culture and share some tips for surviving in the jungle. Tourists can also explore caves, enjoy fishing, and hike across jungles. They can enjoy the famous Canopy walk and watch exotic bird species by walking over a long bridge suspended high above the canopies.


#4. George Town

This popular city in Malaysia also comes on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Being the second-largest city, George Town offers several fun activities to perform and many amazing skyscrapers to observe. The food scene of this place remains the best as tourists know this city to be the ‘food capital’ of the country.

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To enjoy the beautiful city views, visitors can head to the Penang Hilltop, especially at night. They can also visit the city’s tallest building and observe the city's marvels from its outdoor glass viewing platform. Travel lovers can also visit the historical Batik Painting Museum Penang and the 19th-century Kek Lok Si Buddhist Preserve. They can savour some of the best Asian cuisines in places like seafront Gurney Drive and Chulia Street.


#5. Gunung Mulu National Park

This amazing park gains its fame for its amazing limestone karst creations and stunning cave systems. Situated amongst the rocky mountains in the Sarawak State, this place features lush rainforests, clear waters, and deep caves. Tourists can explore a beautiful karst sinkhole named, the Garden of Eden They can hike through and explore the two beautiful summits, Gunung Api and Gunung Mulu. For families, this stunning park features a variety of wildlife such as barking deer, bats, gibbons, hornbills, etc. One of the top places to visit in Malaysia includes the amazing Sarawak Chamber which can hold up to 40 Boeing 747 aircraft. Many travel agencies offer packages to visit Malaysia and explore its amazing places like this stunning park, and then visit the holy places of Mecca and Medina.


What about you, have you ever been to Malaysia? Feel free to share any tips & advice below!

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