The following lines summarize some of the main attractions of Malaysian territory.
Cameron Highlands: Lovers of the mountain and enjoy the wild nature of this area, in which people excel as Brinchang, Ringlet and Tanah Rata. All of them have a large hotel infrastructure and services.
Ipoh: Situated on the banks of the Kinta River and surrounded by hills (except in the south) is the capital of Perak State, the third largest city and main center of mining and energy in Malaysia. This town is named after an indigenous tree whose poisonous resin was used by Aborigines for hunting. Ipoh hatching occurred in the late nineteenth century by the hand of mining activity sponsored by the British. Indeed, this period has left excellent examples of colonial architecture, which now coexist with modern buildings. Nearby, along the river, rise spectacular natural caves are used as temples by the Chinese population.
Johor Bahru: The capital of the State of Johor (located in the Malay Peninsula) and the second most populous city (900,000 inhabitants). Well connected by road with nearby Singapore, Johor Bahru is an important industrial, commercial and tourism. As the main points of interest, he recalled the mosque and the palace of Sultan Abu Bakar (1833-1895), and some temples.
Kinabalu: Located in the State of Sabah, northern Borneo, this park is the highest of all who are between the Himalayas and New Guinea, as it rises 4,095 meters above the sea level. The area is noted for its extraordinary biodiversity, including tropical and subalpine forests. Has been appointed Botanical Diversity Center South East Asia and, since 2000, is part of the World Heritage List of UNESCO.
Kota Bharu: With nearly 600,000 inhabitants, Kota Bharu is the state capital of Kelantan, north of the Malay Peninsula. Although this town has in its main tourist beaches, the city also has other attractions such as the Clock Tower and the Arc of the Sultan Ismail Petra.
Kuala Lumpur: Since 1880 is the nation’s capital, and is located in mainland Malaysia, near the confluence of the Gombak and Kelang (no wonder, his name means literally “confluence of mud). Founded in 1857 by a group of Chinese miners, the town soon became an important center of tin mining. However, the construction of a railway line from 1882 he gave the final impetus. From the planning point of view, the city offers visitors an interesting mix of architectural styles, ranging from very modern buildings to buildings with Arab influences, past huts Malaysian Chinese establishments. As most iconic tourist spots could worth pointing out the seat of Parliament, Royal Palace, National Mosque That can accommodate 10,000 worshipers to its main prayer hall The Sultan Abdul Samad building Located at the Merdeka Square and Victorian and Moorish elements, Museum of Malaysia National Monument a bronze sculpture located in the middle of a lake, zoo, gardens and, above all, the impressive Petronas Twin Towers (1992-1998), the work of Cesar Pelli. These twin skyscrapers of 452 m in height and 88 plants were the highest in the world between 1998 and 2003, when they were superseded by the building Taiwan 101, Taipei. And a final note: Although Malaysia is the capital, the city houses the government offices, but they are located in Putrajaya.
Kuala Kangsar: This town, situated on the banks of the Perak river, hosted the first conference of the Federation of Malaya and is now an important agricultural center. Among its attractions, it should be mentioned Ubudiah Mosque, one of the most beautiful in the country.
Kuala Terengganu: The town, which reached the rank of city in 2008, is the state capital of Terengganu, located east of the Malay Peninsula. Today, the population Which is about 500 km from Kuala Lumpur slash 300,000. Among its tourist attractions, include Kampung Cina (or Chinatown), the Pass Payang (or Central Market), the Sultan’s Palace, State Museum and the island of Pulau Duyong. On the other hand, north of Kuala Terengganu is located Terengganu Marine Park, an archipelago of nine islands.
Labuan: The island, located on the coast of Sabah state, offers the possibility of diving among wrecks.
Langkawi: Langkawi Island is part of an archipelago consisting of hundreds of islands, many of which are inhabited. Still, the hotel infrastructure is by no means negligible, as the area’s beaches have become the most sought seaside resort in the country. Without detracting from the beauty of the landscape, is a major attraction for lovers of outdoor sports like skiing, golf, horse riding, sailing, fishing or diving.
Malacca (or Melaka): Located at the southern Malay Peninsula, is the third smallest state in the country. Without doubt, its main attraction is its capital, Malacca, whose historic center was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2008 together with Georgetown (a town located on the island of Penang and Chinese architectural relics, Indian and Europeans). Colonized by the Portuguese in 1511, Malacca would be controlled successively by the Netherlands and Britain. Product of its colonial past, which lasted until 1946, the town preserves interesting monuments such as the ruins of Fort A Famosa or Luso Stadthuys (or Red Building), built by the Dutch in 1650 to accommodate office local governor. Also, take a trip to the spectacular Maritime Museum, whose facilities are playing a ship of the modern age).
Bako National Park: Situated on a forested peninsula north of Kuching (Sarawak capital, one of only two Malaysian states on Borneo island), this natural treasure, and a unique scenic beauty, a wide range of fauna and flora. Among the many animal species hosts, include Borneo macaques, proboscis monkeys In danger of extinction? and bearded pigs. Regarding vegetation, visitors can discover fascinating mangroves and carnivorous plants. In turn, it should be borne in mind that the place has a restaurant and several bungalows where you can stay overnight. Tickets to enter the park must be purchased at the Tourist Office Kuching, locality, only 22 km, also offers the possibility of knowing the Rehabilitation Centre Wildlife Semonggoh, home to a group of orangutans.
Batang Ai National Park: Situated in the State of Sarawak (Borneo) and about 250 km from the capital of the same (Kuching), this enclave covers an area of 240 km2 of rainforest and is home to a rather significant biodiversity, which also gives accommodate orangutans and gibbons. Although the place? Which reached the status of Natural Park in 1991 not too much oriented to tourism, it attracts the attention of both local people and outsiders.
Gunung Mulu National Park: This natural jewel is in the State of Sarawak, located on the island of Borneo. Its 52,864 hectares bring together a rich biodiversity (109 species have been cataloged by palm trees) and, in turn, interesting geological formations that have become the most studied tropical karst area in the world. No wonder it is located the so-called House of Sarawak, a cave whose dimensions 600 m long, 415 wide and 80 tall make it the world’s largest underground cavity discovered to date. The highest point of the enclosure is the Gunung Mulu, a karst peak 2,377 meters high. In 2000, UNESCO awarded the distinction of Park World Heritage Site.
Kinabalu National Park: It sits in the State of Sabah, and its main attraction the top of Mount Kinabulu, whose 4,101 m making it the highest in all of Southeast Asia. In the area you can go climbing and overnight in some of the shelters set up for this purpose.
Penang: The arrival of the British to the island, which occurred in the late eighteenth century, helped to turn the port into one of the largest in the country. However, current economic activity is based on tourism, which goes to Penang attracted by its beaches and natural parks that store important biodiversity. In this sense, from peak of Penang Hill, which is accessible by cable car, you can enjoy a superb panorama of the jungle area. Still, another jewel in the crown is Georgetown, a colonial city that is home to a Malaysian-born population, Chinese, Indian, Thai and European. In 2008, he was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Pulau Pherentian (Islas Pherentian): Belonging to the State of Terengganu, located on the northeast coast of the peninsula, this archipelago is one of the most frequented places in Malaysia for international tourism. Its two main islands are Perhentian Besar (Big Perhentian or) and Perhentian Kecil (Small Perhentian), although the area also accommodates the uninhabited islands of Susu Dara, Serenggeh and Rawa. Former prime shopping, white sand beaches and turquoise waters have made an inexcusable destination for sun lovers, scuba diving and snorkeling. In this regard, it should be noted that coral reefs host a wide range of marine species like sea turtles, rays and parrotfish. Needless to say, the supply of housing in the Pherentian is more than considerable.
Sepilok: The State of Sabah has the privilege of accommodating Sepilok Reserve, one of only four orangutan sanctuaries in the world (a species that is endangered). Although this is a somewhat crowded tourist area, the possibility to admire these primates is one of the major tourist attractions in the country.
