2007 is Visit Malaysia Year. Please click here for the tourist destinations in Malaysia. Simply browse on the map the state that you are interested and click on it, you will have the information on the history, economy, culture heritage and travel places about each state.
One of Asia's most vibrant cities, combining ultra modern skyscrapers with bazaars and night markets, a visit to Kuala Lumpur is one of life's most memorable experiences. The skyline of KL is dominated by the Petronas Twin Towers, the world's tallest building, yet at street level Malaysia's fascinating history is evident with the splendour of Moorish buildings on Merdeka Square mixed with areas of old colonial buildings and a vibrant Chinatown plus 'Little India' district. There is a lively nightlife, combining fashionable alfresco cafes with trendy bars and restaurants in the Bangsar quarter, and with its diversity of cultures Malaysia is a gourmet's delight with excellent Chinese, Indian and of course Malay cuisine. No trip to KL would be complete without taking advantage of the shopping bargains to be found, not just in the bazaars, but also in the regular 'sales' in the modern air-conditioned shopping malls.
 Petronas Twin Tower |
 Kuala Lumpur Tower |
 Sultan Abdul Samad Building |
 Central Market |
 Putrajaya |
The 'historical city of Malaysia', colonised by the Portuguese, then the Dutch East India Company and finally by the British. The city today has many reminders of the ancient trading past in its historic buildings. Now a sleepy backwater, Malacca was once a major trading centre at the heart of the global spice trade evidenced by the fact that the British exchanged the tiny island of Run, near Malacca, with the Dutch for Manhattan.
 A Farmosa |
 Christ Church |
Penang is one of Malaysia's most popular resorts, and although the island is relatively small it has plenty to offer the visitor. The idyllic Batu Ferringhi beach has it all; sun, sea and fun, and is where most resort hotels are located, plus it has easy access to the grand old colonial capital of Georgetown. British links with the island are strong, the first British trading post in Malaysia was established here in 1786, and English is widely spoken. However, the island's key cultural influence is Chinese and this gives Penang a distinctly Oriental flavour.
 Batu Ferringhi |
 Kek Lok Si Temple |
 Penang Bridge |
 Penang Beach |
 Penang Hawker Food |
Photos source: Penang Page
Map source: IDCPro
Malaysia's premier marine park, an unspoilt paradise for divers and beach lovers. The Redang archipelago consists of nine islands and offers excellent facilities for divers and snorkellers to view the over 7000 species of marine life to be found on the coral reefs, plus fine beaches for those who simply wish to relax and take in the island's natural beauty.
Photos sources:Malaysian and Far Eastern Travel, SweeKian's Redang Wallpaper, Cuti-cuti Malaysia Photo Gallery
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Langkawi is the largest of an archipelago of 99 islands in the Andaman Sea, and is the perfect 'get away from it all resort'. A boat journey through the mangrove trails, which fringe parts of the island, provides an unforgettable opportunity to see long-tailed macaque monkeys, crocodiles, sea eagle and giant sea turtles. In addition trips to the coral island of Pulau Payar allows even the most timid swimmer the chance to experience a multi-coloured abundance of tropical fish.
 Langkawi Cave |
 Durian Peringin Waterfall |
 Datai bay |
 Beach in Langkawi |
Photos source: Image of Langkawi Island
For more information on Langkawi please visit:
Langkawi InfoIn the northeast of Borneo, in the borderland between Malaysia, Indonesia and Philippines there are three world-class dive destinations located within sight of each other. Sipadan is the legendary island of the turtles, Kapalai with a resort built on stilts in the middle of the sea, and Mabul - an enchanting island where every coconut tree has its own number.
Photos sources: Sato's underwaters and seasides photo gallery, Aquanerds photostream
Genting Highlands (2000m above sea level) is a mountain peak within the Titiwangsa Mountains of Peninsular Malaysia and is home to a famous mountain resort by the same name. Straddling on the borders of Malaysian states of Pahang and Selangor, it can be reached in over an hour by car from Kuala Lumpur or via the fastest moving cable car in Southeast Asia.
Photos source: Hot-screensaver
The colonial hill stations and tea plantations high in the hills on the Malaysian peninsula offer a temperate contrast to tropical beaches. British surveyor William Cameron founded the colonial settlements in 1885; the Cameron Highlands is now a centre for the production of vegetables and flowers. At the turn of the 19th century the British Colonials designed the hill stations to resemble English villages with country inns, churches and bungalows, many of which still are still to be seen today.
 Robinson Waterfall |
 Tea Plantation |
 Flowers View |
 Cameron Town |
The Colmar Tropicale is a French-themed resort seated majestically on 80 acres of lush forestland, hovering 2,000 feet above sea level. Below, the luscious spread of the Pahang mountain range, can be savoured in all its glory.
This is Malaysia's premier and largest park with huge areas of primary forests over 130 million years old. Conservation is a major concern and the park was created solely to protect the indigenous flora and fauna. Magnificent jungle walks or trekking or even mountain climbing is available depending on taste. Water lovers enjoy river trips up Sungai Tahan to the Lata Berkoh Cascades, or even shooting the seven powerful rapids of the Sungai Tembeling.
 Canopy Walk |
 Rapid |
 Jungle water |
 Orang Asli (The native) |
The Kinabalu Park has as its centrepiece the majestic Mt. Kinabalu and also Mt Tambayukon to the north and their foothills. The park was created to preserve the valuable natural heritage within the mountains which is a geological curio covering the past million years, and the subject of intense scientific study especially as it is still imperceptibly rising.
Photos source: Wikipedia Mount Kinabalu
Believed to have existed since early 8000 B.C., Gua Tempurung is probably the largest natural limestone structure in Malaysia. Explore Perak's best-kept secret, the Tempurung Caves. One of the most majestic white marble and limestone towers in Malaysia. Concealed within the massif structure is an intricate system of caves filled with various combed dimensions. Known to the locals as Gua Tempurung, the name conjures images of mystery and intrigue that ensures a peek into its deep and dark secrets.
For more information about Gua Tempurung please click here.
Photos source: AE News
Klang (or Kelang) is the royal capital of the state of Selangor, Malaysia within a district of similar name. It is located about 32 km to the west of Kuala Lumpur and 6 km east of Port Klang. It was the civil capital of Selangor in an earlier era before the emergence of Kuala Lumpur and the current capital, Shah Alam. Port Klang is one of the world's busiest seaports.
 Map of Klang |
 Royal Palace |
 Little India |
 Port Klang |
Reference: Texts in this page are taken from:Malaysia Truly Asia
