Malaysia
is one of the most pleasant, hassle-free countries to visit in southeast
Asia. Aside form its gleaming 21st century glass towers, it boasts some of
the most superb beaches, mountains and national park in the region.
Multiculturalism
has not only made Malaysia a gastronomical paradise, it has also made
Malaysia home to hundreds of colorful festival. it's no wonder that
Malaysians love
celebrating
and socializing. As a people, Malaysians are very laid back, warm and friendly.
Malaysia is buoyant and wealthy, and has moved towards pluralist culture
based on a vibrant and interesting fusion of Malay, Chinese, Indian and
indigenous cultures and customs.
One of Malaysia's key attractions is its extreme contrasts. towering
skyscrapers looks down upon wooden houses built on stilts, and five-star
hotels sit several metres away from
ancient
reefs. Any tourist itinerary would have to begin in the capital, Kuala
Lumpur, where you will find the Petronas Twin Towers, which once comprised
the world's tallest buildings and now hold the title of second-tallest.
Both the 88-story towers soar 1, 480 feet high and are connected by
a sky-bridge on the 41st floor.Also worth visiting is the Central Market,
is located 9 miles north of the city, have a 32-foot high ceiling and
feature ornate Hindu shrines, including a 141-foot-tall gold painted
statue of a Hindu deity. to reach the caves, visitors have to climb a
steep flight of 272 steps. in sabah state on Borneo island -
not
to be confused with Indonesia's Borneo-you'll find the small
mushroom-shaped sipadoan island, off the coast of Sabah, rated as one of
the top five diving sites in the world. Sipadan is the only oceanic island
Malaysia, rising from a 2,300-foot abyss in the Celebes sea.
you
can also climb Mountkinabalul. the tallest peak in South Eat Asia, visit
the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, go white-water rafting and catch a
glimpse of the bizarre proboscis
Another
interesting destination is Penang, known as the "Pearl of the
Orient" This island off the northwest coast of Malaysia boasts of a
rich Chinese cultural heritage, good food and beautiful beaches.
In
Pahang, Endau-Rompin national Park boasts of tropical jungles that date
back millions of years, making them older than those of the Congo or
Amazon. Picturesque trails, giant limestone caves, fishing spots and river
trips make it a haven for adventurers. Tree Top Walk The 950m-long tree Top Walk in the sedim River Recreation Park is the
longest canopy walk in the world in the
world.
The spectacular view you get when you stroll through the jungle canopy is
the main draw for visitors from far and wide to this quiet, all-natural
corner of kedah. Strolling high above ground of the primeval rainforest
affords visitors an unexpected and exerting perspective. Visitors will
enjoy the fabulous sight of rushing streams and truly fascinating flora
and fauna - all from 50m up Malaysia's love of Western-style
industrialization is abundantly clear in its big cities. Aside from the
gleaming glass towers of the 21st Century, Malaysia boasts some of the
most superb beaches, mountains and national park in Asia.
for
the perfect holiday full of surprises, eclectic cultures and natural
wonders, the time is now the place is Malaysia.