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A large number of visitors to malaysia arrive by air

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A large number of visitors to malaysia arrive by air. There are six international airpot in malaysia with the main gateway being the KL International airport (KLIA) at Sepang in the state of selangor. The rest of the country including Sabah, Serawak and the federal Territoy of labuan in East Malaysia is well serviced by 14 domestic airports and air strips for the rural areas.

The fully computerised, state-of the-art KLIA which was opened in mid-1998 is one of the most modern airports in the world and has replaced the Sultan Abdul Azis Shah Airport in Subang as the premier international gateway into Malaysia. The KLIA is a four-runway airport facility capable of handling an initial 25 million passangers per annum with facilities for expansion to 45 million passangers per annum.

Incorporated into the airport's design are an automated people-mover shuttle system which links satellite building at which passangers disembark, to a contact pier where immigration and customs clearances take place, and finally to the airport terminal building. An efficient aerotrain seervice brings arriving passsangers from the satellite building to the cantact pier in two minutes. This fully automated baggage and passanger clearances system ensures reduced waiting time.

The airport terminal bulding has suitable rest, recreation, dining and duty-free shopping areas. Besides shops and restaurant, a recreational facility, the Hotel Airside Transit, offers a fitness centre with gym, steam and sauna. An international class hotel is located within walking distance from the terminal building. Car rental, bus, and coach, taxi, limousine and rail services into the city of Kuala Lumpur and neighbouring towns are available at KLIA.

KLIA is located about 50 km from the city of Kuala Lumpur and linked via ELITE Expressway which runs nort kuala lumpur. The jorney takes about one hour. There is also a highway that runs east to town of Nilai along the Nort-South Expressway. This expressway links the main towns on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia.

Both peninsular Malaysia and sabah and sarawak in borneo

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Both peninsular Malaysia and sabah and sarawak in borneo are accessible via their sea ports. Malaysia's largest modern sea port is Port Klang, located midway on the west coast of peninsular malaysia. It has excellent harbourage and is a major shipping and cargo terminal. Other sea port are located in penang and langkawi, in the north of peninsular malaysia, johor to the south, kuantan on the east coast and kota kinabalu in Sabah.

West port and Pulau Indah

Port klang is already serviced by its North Port and South Port facilities but a recent development is the international harbour city, wesport located on the island of pulau indah, lying just beside port klang. Pulau indah is a free trade and is undergoing development as an industrial, commercial and residential hub. Receational and tourism development projects include a marina and resorts.

The west port stretching over 11 km, with a natural dept of 14-18m is designed to be high-tech regional port to ships from all over the world. It has a container terminal, large warehouse area and commercial centre. It is also the site of the largest cruise shipterminal in the asia-pacific region, known as the star cruises terminal. Star cruises is the major international leisure cruise line that calls at penang, port klang, malacca and langkawi.

Ferry link operates a vehicular ferry service consisting of 4 trips daily on weekdays and 8 tripson weekends from changi point in singapore (near the airport) to tanjung belungkor on the southern coastline of peninsular malaysia, facilitating speedier access to the popular beach resort of desaru on johor's eastern coast. For reservations, contact Telp : 02-545 3600 (Changi Point) or 07-252 7408 (Bandar Penawar, johor).

Located 48 km nort of Alor Star in the northern state of kedah

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Located 48 km nort of Alor Star in the northern state of kedah, bukit kayu hitam is the main entry point into malaysia for visitors from thailand. The malaysian immigration and customs post is located near restaurants, shops, car parks and a duty-free shopping complex. The nort-south expressway links bukit kayu hitam to kuala lumpur, 490km away.

Padang besar in malaysia's northern most state of perlis serves as another entry point. It is on the main rail route and daily train service from bangkok stops here. Keretapi tanah melayu (KTM) or malayan railway provides the international express from butterworth to Haadyai in thailand and has regular services from padang besar to Kuala Lumpur on to singapore.

The exclusive eastern and oriental express also romances this route on a nearly 2,000km journey from singapore via Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok traversing the entire length of Peninsular Malaysia with frequent stops at scenic locations, over a two-day period. Futher information can be obtained at http://diethelm-travel.com/eastern.htm

Johor bahru is the main southern entry point into peninsular malaysia for visitors entering malaysia from singapore. The nort south expressway links johor bahru with kuala lumpur, 220km to the north.

A causeway carrying a road and railway, connects johor bahru to singapore. Immigrations and customs checkpoints are based at the entrance to the causeway. A second bridge links tanjung kupang 30km south-west of johor bahru, to tuas in singapore. Keretapi tanah melayu (KTM) has train services connecting singapore to johor bahru and other states in the peninsula right up to the padang besar on thailand border.

Getting around malaysia is affordable and convenient

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Getting around malaysia is affordable and convenient. There are a variety of ways one can choose to move around while enjoying the interesting sights in the country. Public buses and taxis are one of the most popular modes of transportation in the country. The light rail transit (LTR) services and other inter-city rail services offer hassle-free accessibility to well known landmarks i kuala lumpur and selangor, as well as connections to outlying districts and nearby towns.

By Air

The national carrier, malaysia airlines and the budget airline airasia offer domestic air travel to major cities in the peninsula and to the states of sabah and sarawak on the island and borneo. Points linked to kuala lumpur include ipoh, penang, alor star, langkawi, kota bharu, kuala tereangganu, kuantan, johor bahru, kota kinabalu, sandakan, lahad datu, tawau, labuan, kuching, sibu, bintulu, and miri.

By Road

Most points in peninsular malaysia are accessible via the nort-south expressway which links up to coastal roads and the rest of the road arteriees in the country. The expressway is an excellent road network which allows you to drive through peninsular malaysia. There are also other modern highways which connect towns and villages throughout the length and breadth of the country.

Interstate buses ply between most cities and town in malaysia. They offer a comfortable ride at a reasonable rate. There are to be found in all major cities and offer air-conditioned comfort at metered rates. There are set charges for outstation travel.

The states of selangor and negeri sembilan constitute central region of peninsular malaysia

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The states of selangor and negeri sembilan constitute central region of peninsular malaysia. Selangor has shah alam as its state capital and surrounds the federal territory of kuala lumpur, the capital of malaysia.

Selangor's main development centre is in the klang valley, a strip of land which extends from the city of kuala lumpur to port klang, the country's busiest port on the west coast overlooking the straits of malacca.

Selangor, literally the heartland of the peninsular, is the most developed of the malaysian states. Set to become sophisticated state with its multimedia super corridor, state-of-the-art KL International airport (KLIA), Smart buildings and industrial zones, selangor has a firm footing on the new milennium.

The new federal government administrative centre of putrajaya is also within the state of selangor. Extending over nearly five hectares, putrajaya has been designed as a modern township reflecting the dual theme of "garden city", intelligent city". This model township contains innovative urban design concepts with a strong emphasis on preservation of the environment through the integration of commercial and residential districts with parks and lakes.

This practice coupled with the giving away of mandarin oranges

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This practice coupled with the giving away of mandarin oranges is intended as a symbol of prosperity and good luck for the recipients. Another features is the traditional lion dance.

Deepavali

For the hindus, deepavali or the festival of lights signifies the triump of good over evil. Celebrated during the seventh month of the hindu calendar, a traditional oil bath precedes the festivities. The celebration includes visits to temples and prayers at household altars. Hindu homes are adorned with lights or oil lamps to signify the victory of lord krishna over the demon, ravana.

Thaipusam

This spectacular festival falls in late january or early february. Thaipusam is a celebration of the birthday of lord subramaniam. On the eve of thaipusam, a statue of lord subramaniam is taken in procession on a chariot drawn by bullocks. The next day, devotees carrying kavadis through hindu temples amidst chanting and drumming. A kavadi is a metal or wooden arch with elaborate decorations, which is placed on the devotee's shoulders. Hooks or spikes extend from the kavadi to various parts of the devotee's body. Thaipusam is celebrated on a big scale in selangor, penang, negeri sembilan, johor, perak.

Malaysia is a veritable land of festivals and celebration

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Malaysia is a veritable land of festivals and celebration of its multi-racial communities are celebrated to mark important events or days in their religious calendars. Most of them are colourful occasions when centuries-old customs and traditions are still observed.

Prior to major festivals, there is usually a feverish burst of activity as people from the urban centres make the annual exodus to their hometowns while in individual homes earnest preparations are made in anticipation of the auspicious day. Getting the house in order with extensive spring cleaning and decorations, shopping for new clothes, festival delicacies and stocking ample food is the norm.

The hoding of open house by the different communities during the hari raya aidil fitri, chinese new year, deepavali, christmas, gawai and ka'amatan festivals is a heart-warning feature unique to malaysian society. Such gatherings foster goodwill and provide the opportunity to renew social ties in a convivial atmosphere with the hosts usually feting their guests to a generous spread of food and drinks.

An indoor, two player game favoured by women

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Congkak

An indoor, two player game favoured by women, the game is played on a piece of wood in which there are two rows of eight holes scooped into the wood. The last hole, on each row is larger and known as "home". The objective of the game is to be the first to fill up the holes with exactly seven marbles and players begin dropping marbles into the holes according to their turns. Winning depends on calculation and estimation.

Gasing

Top spinning or gasing is a popular village pastime particularly during the harvest months in the east coast states of kelantan and terengganu. There is serious competition for adults who use tops that may weigh up to 5kg and which are lined with metal for weight and balance. The tops are strung and thrown to spin on special platforms. The spinning tops are then lifted onto wooden bats and transferred to metal receptacles on bamboo posts. The winner is the one who manages to get his top to spin for the longest period.

Wau

The wau or giant kites flow in the east coast have intricate patterns and come in all shape and sizes. The most popular shape is the wau bulan or moon kite, co called because it resembles the crescent moon. There is a major kite competition held anually in kelantan attracts participants from the region. Kite fighting is a popular sport and involves opponents attempting to bring down or cut the strings of their rival's kite. Glass powder is used on the strings to provide the cutting edge and the rest involves skill in manocuvering the kite and use of wind power.

One is never at a loss for a place to stay in malaysia

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One is never at a loss for a place to stay in malaysia. There is accommodation to suit every visitor. The capital city of kuala lumpur and the main towns in each state have a number of international class hotels ranging from two star right up to luxury five star. There are also resort hotels, motels, inns, rest houses. Long stay guests may appreciate the apartment hotels situated within the city of kuala lumpur.

Types of accommodation offered in international class hotels range from basic hotel rooms to luxury suites and penthouses. Most cater for total living requirements and have restaurants, discotheques and shops within the hotel complex. Pricing is competitive and the visitor is ensured generally good value, often with complimentary breakfast or fruit basket included. Facilities are excellent and include, swimming pools and spas with several five star hotels offering large convention and banqueting venues. Several resort hotels even have adjoining golf-courses with special privileges for hotel guests.

Budget accommodation is rated according to the orchid classification scheme and include hostels, bed and breakfast establisment, inns, boarding houses, rest houses and lodging houses. The orchid rating is awarded to tourist accommodation offering basic facilities as well as safe and clean premises.

Malaysia is a land of many attractions

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Malaysia is a land of many attractions and the visitor will find sightseeing in the country to be a worthwhile experience. Travel within malaysia is easy comfortable and convenient. The visitor can move around freely and safely on his own if he feels like that. However there are many tour agencies which can assist in travel plans.

The country has a well-developed tourism industry and inbound tour packages are designed to match travel plans for any budget and purpose.

On the high end there is the malaysia airlines golden holiday packages which cater for first class and business class travellers. The packages to various popular destinations ensure that the traveller get five star treatment in accomodation, food and travel arrangement. Visit the MAS Golden Holidays website at http://www.mas.com.my/golden_holidays/main.html for more information on their programmes.

There are several tour agencies that cater for medium and low budget travel. These normally provide reasonable accomodation, food and transportation.

There are also tour agencies which cater for special needs in adventure travel or eco-tourism such as mountain climbing, diving, white-water rafting and four wheel drive adventure tours.

City-hops, island and beach resort holidays and shopping tours are the more popular attractions in peninsular malaysia while adventure tours are normally organised in the east malaysian states of sabah and sarawak.

Malaysia lies in the hearth of the indo-pacific

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Malaysia lies in the hearth of the indo-pacific basin in an area known for great marine biodiversity and there are marine parks which offer divers an opportunity to enjoy some of the most beautiful marine sights in the world. Eco-tourism has been heavily developed in the last decade and there are many tour agencies that offer holidays suitable for adventure seeking visitors.

Diving

Diving is another well-developed sport with several professional companies offering fully-equipped packages to dive sites.

Professional and recreational divers are discovering the enchantment of malaysian water which contain sites catering to every level of expertise.

Accredited dive operators offer packages for every need and budget. Premium packages include pickup at the airport, transfer to the dive sites, food, accommodation and dives. Alternatively, one can opt for a dive only package by making arrangements with a dive shop or operator.

The east coast of peninsular malaysia and sabah and sarawak offer beautiful dive sites. The latter's proximity to the south china sea and the celebes sea attracts a wider range of marine life and pelagic species among its world-class reefs. Visibility is great. Pulau payar, one of the islands in the langkawi group lies off the west coast of peninsular malaysia and has many endangered species found in the park's sanctuary. Local dive centres in langkawi offers excursions to pulau payar and its neighbouring islands located half way between pulau langkawi and penang where marine fauna characteristic of the indian ocean can be viewed.

Malaysian are enthusiastic sportsmen and many international sports are played in the country

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Malaysian are enthusiastic sportsmen and many international sports are played in the country. The bright, tropical climate ensures that most sports can be enjoyed throughout the year. Popular national sports include soccer, badminton, hockey, tennis, squash. Other favourites are biking, cricket, bowling, rugby, table-tennis, softball and grand prix racing.

Malaysia has a long coastline with several offshore island and sea sports are coming to fore. There are plenty of opportunities to water-ski and wind-surf or snorkel and dive in the many islands and marine parks found throughout the country. The country's large river system has made canoeing and white water rafting popular adventure sports.

On a national level soccer is played at school right up to international level. Soccer matches and competitions such as the semi-pro league and the malaysian cup are two popular matches. Badminton is another favourite sport with international competitions held from time to time.

Malaysia also has a great variety of excellent golf courses scattered around the country. Golfing holidays are becoming trendy and combine splendid golf course to play in with the country's many other attractions.

Malaysia international Kite Festival

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Malaysia international Kite Festival

Kite flying is popular activity on the east coast of peninsular malaysia. Kelantan and terengganu have a tradition of making and flying huge kites known as wau bulan (moon kites). The malaysia international kite festival held in may each year at the sri tujuh beach in tumpat kelantan is a major attraction which draws participants in the region.

World amateur Inter-Team Golf Championship

This event takes place annually from around april and goes on till august. Golfers team up and play on some of the most challenging and magnificent course around malaysia. An enjoyable and unique way of experiencing the country's numerous tourist attractions.

National water Festival month (april-may)

Visitors can expect a splashing good time at this month long event featuring an international dragon boat race, a regatta, watersports, fishing competitions and other water-based activities in various states.

Malaysia has a rich and colourful cultural heritage

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Malaysia has a rich and colourful cultural heritage. Many of traditional arts, cultural and crafts are dilligent kept alive the various communities. Traditional dance and music hold a special place in the performing arts and every community has something to present at festivals or special occasions.

Aside from religious festivals, malaysian find many occasions to celebrate. There are a large number of public festivals and parades at certain times of the year. Some of these include the penang street festival known as chingay, the national day or merdeka celebration in kuala lumpur on august 31 and the month-long colours of malaysia held annually from end may to june, which showcases the cultural heritage of the 13 states consisting of a grand procession as well as traditional dance performances and promotions at participating hotels and complexes in kuala lumpur.

In kelantan, a colourful display of giant kites weave in the wind in late may in the international kite festival which draws participants from the region and enthusiasts from europe and japan.

Putrajaya, just outside the city of kuala lumpur

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Putrajaya, just outside the city of kuala lumpur bordering on malaysia's silicon valley of cyberjaya is designed as a intelligent, cyber-city and is the new federal goverment administrative centre.

Designed of a model city , it is a throughly modern township displaying the best of malaysian design and architecture in an environmentally-friendly setting of Beautifully landscaped lakes and parks.

Putrajaya encompasses the dual concept of intelligent city and garden city and 38 percent of the land area is devoted to parks, lakes and wetlands. The latter provides interesting get aways for visitors and an opportunity to learn about the country's diversified tropical flora and fauna.

The prime areas in putrajaya city are divided into precincts and area devoted to government offices, commercial, residential and recreational facilities. The buildings in the government precinct feature smart building concepts with computerized utilities and amenities.

Pubs and discotheques, with some featuring live bands

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Penang

Pubs and discotheques, with some featuring live bands, can be found at most hotels and their vicinity in the batu feringghi, teluk bahang, tanjung bungah, beach areas as well as in georgetown at lebuh leith, lebuh campbell, lebuh gereja and pangkalan weld.

Malacca

The sound and light show, held near the porta de santiago, is malacca's most popular form of public evening entertainment. There are one hour shows held each evening. Portuguese culture shows are held at the restaurants at medan portugis usually every saturday nights. Dance group perform portuguese and malay dance accompanied by a traditional band. Malacca raya in the heart of the city is the nightlife district and has several pubs, discotheques, karaoke bars and show lounges.

Johor

The main town of johor bahru has a thriving nightlife. Johor is a popular weekend retreat for visitors from across the causeway in singapore and there is a profusion of restaurants, pubs, discotheques, and show longues in the main town areas and at the hotels.

Kuala lumpur the capital city of the federation of malaysia

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Kuala lumpur the capital city of the federation of malaysia, is centrally located on the west coast of peninsular malaysia. Covering some 243sq km (94 suare miles), it lies approximately 35km from the coast. Kuala lumpur was conferred city status on february, 1972 and declared a federal terrritory in 1974.

The city begin as a mining settlement in the late 1800s with the discovery of tin at the confluence of the klang and gombak rivers. Although KL's tin trade has since declined, the growth of the city has remained unabated. Today, with the population of 1,5 million, it is the pulse of the nation. Kuala lumpur leads the country's fast paced development in trade and commerce, banking and finance, manufacturing, transportation, information technology and tourism.

Getting to kuala lumpur is easy with over 45 international airlines, including malaysia airlines, serving the city's new state of the art KL International Airport (KLIA) at sepang. Domestic routes are served by air asia, singapore airlines and royal brunei airlines, in addition to malaysia airlines.

Place of interest
Dataran Merdeka

At the stroke of midnight on 31st august 1957, the union jack was lowered for the last time at this historic place in the centre of town. The dataran merdeka (merdeka square), is a field fronting the royal selangor club, where malaysians converge each year to celebrate indepedence.

Malaysia has a great variety of refreshing tropical fruits

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Malaysia has a great variety of refreshing tropical fruits. Some are seasonal while others are available throughout the year. Local fruits which are especially popular include papaya, passion fruit, water melon and pineapple.

Banana. There are several kinds of bananas available and varieties grown can be grouped into two categories : those eaten raw for the fine flavour, lamaican banana, pisang mas, pisang rastali, and those which are made into goreng pisang or banana fritters.

Carambola. Much better known as the starfruit because of its shape when sliced, this fruit's yellow flesh enclosed in a crisp skin is soft and juice. Its flavour varies from sour to sweet. Starfruit is available all year around. Although it is eaten fresh, starfruit juice is very popular as it is believed to lower blood pressure.

Cempedak. Like the jackfruit, this is a compound fruit. It is fruit contains dozens of seed covered with a sweet fragrant, rich yellow flesh. When eaten raw, the seed is discarded. A popular way of eating cempedak is to deep-fry it in batter. The cooked seed, which tastes like young potato, can be eaten too.

Natural, home grown ingredients figure prominently in malay food

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Malay Cuisine

Natural, home grown ingredients figure prominently in malay food. Coconut, chilli, lemon grass, lime leaves, spices and turmeric are basic ingredients cooked with fish meat or vegetables. A traditional accompaniment to measl is a hot sambal made of ground chilli, prawn paste and condiments.

The famous dish of satay consist of skewers of marinated beef or chicken barbecued over charcoal and served with a sweet and spicy peanut sauce dip. It is accompanied with cucumber, onions and ketupat (rice cubes boiled in palm leaf).

Nasi Lemak. A popular malay dish breakfast nasi lemak is a spicy and fragrant meal of rice steamed in coconut milk served with a selection of curried chicken, beef of squid, cucumber, fried anchovies and sambal all neatly served in banana leaf.

Dining in malaysia is a truly gastronomic experience

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Dining in malaysia is a truly gastronomic experience. The multi cultural nature of malaysia's population has provided a rich legacy of local cuisine and creative styles of preparation. The staggering variety of food, desserts and food found throughout the nation ensures that eating out anywhere, be it in a country setting, island or town, is a pleasant encounter.

The unique and authentic cooking styles and flavours of malay, chinese and indian cuisine is an experience to be enjoyed when visiting malaysia. Dining or eating out is relatively inexpensive experience. Visitors can dine in five-star hotels, food courts, hawker centres, 'kopitiam' or coffeshops, restaurants, fast food chain outlets and even at roadside stalls.

The interesting potpourri of local cuisine has been complemented with cosmopolitan influences and european, japanese, thai and vietnamese fare is available at specific restaurants.

Malaysia has plenty of natural attractions

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Malaysia has plenty of natural attractions to satisfy even the most discerning of adventure seekers. More than 50 per cent of its land mass is still under forest cover. And with the south china sea and the indian ocean lapping its shores, there is an immense variety of flora, fauna and marine life to be enjoyed.

Eco tourism has become a major enterprise in the last decade and malaysia's natural attractions have been carefully developed. Malaysia contains one of the oldest rainforests in the region and several pristine rainforest areas have now been turned into national parks to ensure long-term conservation of the rich biodiversity of plant, insect and animal life.

These forests are one of the last bastions of the world's rarest plants and animals. The rafflesia, the worlds largest flower and the smallest pygmy squirrel are to be found here. Several ecosystems exist in the malaysian forests ranging from lowland dipterocarp to sub-tropical montane. There are wetlands, dessert scrub and limestone vegetation, amongts many others to check out.

A favourable exchange rate ensures that shopping is relatively cheap in malaysia.

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A favourable exchange rate ensures that shopping is relatively cheap in malaysia. There is a great variety of handicraft of local origin ranging from intricate silver, brass and pewter items to pottery, rattan and wickerwork. Art objects include curio items from the orient, carpets and rugs of lustrous silk and fine wool.

Batiks of silk and cotton come in tantalisingly vivid hues. The bold designs and dazzling colours and malaysian batik makes it different from that found elsewhere. There is ready -to -where apparel of every design and colour and trendy shoes and handbags. From the fashion centres of the world come designer collections, elegant footwear, exclusive watches, optical accessories and quality fabrics. The latest in electrical appliances, electronic equipment, computers and cameras can be purchased cheaply.

Situated on the north-western coast of borneo

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Situated on the north-western coast of borneo, the land of hornbills, intricate rivers and pepper beckons the visitor with its rich rainforest and the diverse lifestyles of its indigenous people.

Sarawak shares its boundaries with kalimantan in the south and brunei and sabah in the north. Sarawak is malaysia's largest state, covering in area of 124, 450sq km and is divided into nine divisions with the city of kuching as its capital.

Two-thirds if its land is under rainforest and its population of 1.7 million is made up of 23 ethnic groups. Sarawak is best known for its natural and cultural wonders. The hornbill, a protected bird, is the state emblem.

Often called the "land below the wind"

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Often called the "land below the wind" because it lies below the typhoon belt, sabah occupies the eastern part of north borneo and is east malaysia's second largest state with an area of 74,500sq km. Sabah has the south china seas on the east and a coastline of some 1,440km.

Sabah is mountainous with lush tropical rainforests and its population of nearly two million is made up of 32 colourful ethnic communities.

Kota kinabalu, the capital, is a fertile lowland plain where most commercial and administrative activity is concentrated. It is the eastern gateway to malaysia with direct air links to brunei , hongkong, the philippines, singapore, south korea, indonesia, and taiwan.

Pahang is the largest state in peninsular malaysia

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Pahang is the largest state in peninsular malaysia with an area of 35,960sq km and a coastline of 208 km on the east coast. The port of kuantan is the capital and pekan some 45km from kuantan is the royal town. The state has a population of more than a million people. It lays claim to having peninsular malaysia's longest river, the sungai pahang, and its highest peak, the 2,187-metre high gunung tahan.

History

The first human settlement in pahang was probably at the tembeling river according to evidence dug up by archaelogists. Chinese records indicated that pahang was a vassal of the buddhist sumatra-based srivijayan empire from the 7th to 13th centuries.

Pahang was ruled by the malacca sultanate in the 15th century. In the course of the next century the wealthy state became a pawn in the four-way struggle between johor, acheh, the dutch and the portuguese and was sacked several times. Johor later claimed pahang and ruled the state for a good parts of 200 years. When the johor sultanate lost its influence, bendahara wan ahmad of pahang became sultan. In 1888, a british reident was appointed for the state and it later became part of the federated malay states untill the japanese invasion. Pahang joined the federation of malaysia in 1963.

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Occupying 12,955sq km with a population of over a million, terengganu darul iman has kelantan on its north border and pahang in the south and south west. This land of long sandy beaches has a coastline of 240 km facing the south china sea and fishing is a primary occupation. The capital town is kuala terengganu.

Like kelantan to the north, terengganu is one of the state with a strong malay culture and traditional pursuits such as kite flying, top spinning and batik printing are some of the activities it shares in common with kelantan.

Terengganu is a paradise for beach combers as its main attractions are its beaches. Leatherback turtles and unspoilt islands. The most beautiful islands along its shores are the perhentian islands where the water is a clear blue. The giant leatherback turtles make an annual visit to terengganu's beaches from may to september and are mostly found at rantau abang.

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One of the northernmost states in peninsular malaysia, kelantan darul naim has an area of 14,920sq km. It borders thailand in the north-east. Perak in the west, terengganu in the east and pahang in the south.

Kota bharu is the capital of kelantan and the main towns are bachock, pasir putih, tanah merah, tumpat and gua musang.

Kelantan is a unique travel destination because of its splendid beaches, rich cultural heritage, ornate handicrafts and wood carvings. Women has always played a major part in the economy of the state and the handycraft they produce, from kelantan silver to baskets and cloth are some of the best in the peninsular. The kelantanese seem to favour huge items and everything is big from the kites to the tops and the drums known as rebana ubi.

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Johor, the southernmost state f peninsular malaysia is made up of eight districts comprising johor bahru, pontian, batu pahat, muar, mersing, kota tinggi, kluang and segamat. Johor has a long coastline flanking the straits of malacca on its western seaboard and the south china sea on the east.

Its vast landscape is characterised by plantations of pineapple, rubber, coconut and oil palm on the fringes of which nestle tranquil kampungs and quaint fishing villages.

Retaining much of its natural splendours, the state has miles of golden sand beaches and beautiful offshore island with clear waters which are excellent for diving. The state is also endowed with several forest reserves.

Nature lovers will find the endau-rompin national park located on the johor-pahang border an unforgettable experience.

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History

Lying between the states of negeri sembilan and johor on the west coast of peninsular malaysia, the historical city of malacca was an important trading post in malaysia's early history and attracted asian, chinese and indian traders from the region.

Founded by a refugee prince named parameswara, malacca rose to become powerfull nerve centre of trade between east and west. Its trade of spice, gold, silk, tea, opium, tobacco and perfumes attracted the attention of colonial powers fron the west and malacca was later governed at various times by there colonial rulers the portuguese, the dutch and the english. Some parts of the city still retain an old-world charm in the legacy of buildings and architecture left by malacca's past rulers.

The local population reflect an engaging inter-cultural heritage of customs, cultural practices, festivals and variety of cuisine. Particular attractions include the portuguese settlement, the dutch stadhuys goverment buildings, porta the santiago and the baba-nyonya ancestral homes in the heart of the city.

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As you leave the busy hub of selangor and head towards perak, the character of the land changes from an urban profile to a scenic undulating landscape. Here and there you will spot pleasant farmland and rustic plantations set againts a background of green jungle and rugged limestone hills.

Covering some 21,000sq km. Perak lies between kedah in the south. The main range cuts across the states of perak lying in dramatic juxtaposition to the flat plains of the western coastline. Often referred to as a land of grace, for its laid-back, lineless beauty. Perak is divided into nine districts and its major towns include ipoh, kuala kangsar, taiping teluk intan and lumut. Ipoh is the administrative centre and the state capital while kuala kangsar is the royal town.

Each district has its characteristic beauty and history, and tourist attractions include old-style anglo-malay and chinese mansions, colonial buildings, ancient limestone caves, temples and cool hill areas like the bukit larut (maxwell hill) station. The astute visitor will notice that the way of life is a little different here as compared to the central region. There is a quiet urbanity as the locals go about their lives.

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Penang, often referred to as the pearl of the orient is one of the most picturesque and romantic cities of the east. Located on the north-west coast of peninsular malaysia. Penang received its name from the pinang or betel nut tree once commonly found on the island. Established as the first british trading post in the far east in 1786, penang today is a bustling metropolis reflecting a uniquely exotic blend of east ad west.

The state of penang consists of the island of penang and a strip of land on the mainland known as seberang perai (formerly, province wellesley). The two land masses are linked by the penang bridge, one of the longest in asia at 13.5 km. Penang is also connected by a ferry service to the mainland.

On penang island is the capital georgetown, a city steeped in history and tradition yet sparkling with progress and modern development. Certain sections of penang present a quaint picture from the past where narrow side streets, trishaws, temples and traders plying their goods, seem to belong to a forgotton era. Penang is a shoppers paradise for goods old and new, at bargain prices.

There is a wide, competitive choice of cameras, electronic and electrical goods, clothing, batik, souvenir, antiques and knick knacks. The island also boasts some of the best food in the region, ranging from nyonya cuisine to stall favourites like nasi kandar, char kway teow and penang laksa, which is different variety from that found in other states.

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Kedah darul aman lies between perlis in the north and perak in the south and forms one of the northern states of peninsular malaysia. It has an area of 9,425sq km and has a population of more than 1.5 million people.

Primarily agriculture, kedah offers a pleasing rural landscape which can take on different hues depending on the seasons of padi. The countryside is greenest when the newly planted padi is sprouting, turns a golden yellow at harvest time and turns into a brown, earthy hue after the harvest.

It appears that much may be hidden under the rolling plaints of rice, for kedah was once the cradle of an ancient civilisation, the threads of which are just beginning to emerge from slow excavation of various historical sites found in the state.

Alor star is the capital of kedah and the seat of government and royalty. It is also the main commercial centre of the state langkawi, the most well-known island on the peninsula, falls under kedah's jurisdiction. Other districts include kubang pasu, padang terap, kota star, sik, yan, kuala muda, baling, kulim, bandar baharu and pendang.

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Perlis is malaysia's smallest state with an area of 795sq km. It is flanked by thailand in the north and kedah in the south. Kangar is the capital of perlis while arau, 10 km away is the royal town.

Predominantly agricultural, perlis has a serene unspoilt beauty. Its picturesque low-lying padi fields stretch for miles, broken only by occasional limestone outcrops. Perlis enjoys a dry season from january to april while the months of september through to december are wet months.

Main towns in the state include kangar, arau, kuala perlis and padang besar. Kuala perlis is an important ferry terminal for visitors heading for the famed islands of langkawi while padang besar is one of the major entry points for visitors from thailand travelling by road or rail into peninsular malaysia.

History

Historically this state was part of the kedah sultanate and came under thai domination at various points. When the thai conquered kedah in 1821, the sultan had to accede to siamese terms and when kedah was finally restored to him in 1842, perlis was established as a vassal state. The anglo-siamese treaty of 1909 transffered thai suzerainty over perlis to the british but during the japanese occupation, the state was placed under thai rule. After the japanese surrended, perlis once again came under british protection until it gained indepedence in 1957.

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Negeri sembilan is just about 50km south of kuala lumpur. Negeri sembilan which literally means nine states of districs, has a mainly rural landscape with patches of urban development. Once mostly agricultural the state's economy now reflects a commercial balance between agriculture and industry with the development of several industrial parks in recent years.

Negeri sembilan is noted for its strong minangkabau influence which are evident in its kampung houses and official buildings. The minangkabau people migrated across the straits of malacca from sumatra centuries ago and their traditional houses consist of sweeping roof peaks shaped like buffalo horns. Some examples of these influence can be seen in the states mosque and the states secretariat building. The minangkabau of negeri sembilan still practice the matrilineal social system known as the "adat perpateh" making the state the only one to adhere to such social norms.

The state has one of the most accessible beaches closest to the federal capital known as port dickson, which is popular with weekenders. But besides this famous beach, in the way of sightseeing, there is a little bit of everything for everyone, from the history buff to the nature lover.

Places of interest seremban
Cultural handicraft complex

The complex, which has been modelled like a traditional minangkabau dwelling is located on a four hectare site along jalan labu. Various examples of the state's handicraft and historical artefacts are on display in this complex which preserves negeri sembilan's rich cultural traditions.

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Selangor is malaysia's most developed state. Located on the west coast of peninsular malaysia, it is nine district cover about 125,000sq km. Much of the land in selangor is developed but there are still large areas under vegetation which range from coastal mangroves to lush tropical rainforest. The state capital is at shah alam which is also the royal town. In 1974, the city of kuala lumpur and its suburbs were ceded to the federal goverment for the creation of the federal territory of kuala lumpur.

The-state-of-the-art KL international airport (KLIA) located at sepang in selangor is the principal gateway to malaysia , selangor also has the most important port , port klang, on the west coast of peninsular malaysia in the coastal district of klang.

Selangor's proximity to malaysia's capital, kuala lumpur, has made it important commercially as well as administratively and many goverment offices are within is boundaries. Strategic development projects in recent years have included The KL International Airport and the multimedia super corridor and technology park. The states has the highest number of institutions of higher learning in malaysia and its infrastructure and communications facilities rate among the best in the region.

Development and infrastructure aside, selangor is also a fascinating destination in malaysia with its rich pot-pourri of lifestyles and cultures.

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Joget

This is a popular traditional dance usually performed at festivals and social functions. With steps and music similiar to the cha-cha, it is generally lively and very entertaining, although there is a slower, more graceful version. A happy, easy and social dance, guests are often invited to join in.

Tarian Lilin

The tarian lilin or candle dance is a graceful maiden's dance. The dance has its origin in the story of a maiden who lost her engagement ring and searched for it till the wee hours of the morning with the help of a candle placed on a plate.

Bharatha Natyam

Classical indian dance are traditionally performed in temples because these dances are rergarded as an offering to the hindu deities. One such temple dance is the bharatha Natyam which originated in south india in the third century. Bharatha natyam involves six stages in the performance which combine the elements of nritta (pure dance) and nritya (expressive dance). Nritta comprises basic dance units called adavus. Each adavu contains three elements -the standing position, the movement of legs and feet and the hand gestures. Music is based on ragas (tunes).

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Malaysia, a land of ready smiles and incridible contrast beckons the visitor with a rich diversity of experiences. A charming, fascinating land of warm, friendly people, here you get a taste of all Asia in a single destination.

The country's social, political and economic stability have ensured a well structured development. Malaysia today is a cosmopolitan, progressive nation of great opportunity which has managed to retain its rich heritage of culture and traditions despite modernisation.

The country's rich character unfolds from the moment the visitor clears the states-of-the-art KL International Airport (KLIA) in Sepang. He will soon discover that Malaysia is a fascinating kaleidoscope of interesting and colourfull places, people, customs, festivals, art and delightful cuisine. The country is also endowed with verdant rainforest, beautiful dive sites and marine parks containing fascinating animal life and diversity of flora and fauna unique to this part of world.

In malaysia, you can choose to city-hop experience the incredible variety of shopping opportunities, entertainment and accomodation or lie back blissfully on white sandy beaches as you gaze upon the rustic charms of the countryside. Or take an eco-holiday and climb Kinabalu, one of the region's highest muntains, visit the orang utans in Sepilok, or go diving in Sipadan. Malaysia has something for everyone, the historian, the businessman, the backpacker, the eco-tourist, city-hopper or beachcomber

Bring the family along for the Malaysian holiday adventure is a well-rounded experience. In the words of British novelist and playwright, Somerset Maugham, "If you haven't seen this place, you haven't seen the world.

Travelling to and within Malaysia has been made so much easier with the increasing number of international air links to its new state-of-the-art Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at sepang, the modern cruise centre at the west port in the vicinity of Kuala Lumpur, and the excellent domestic air service, highways and rail system traversing the country. Coupled with a wide choice of accommodation and food available at most tourist spots and the friendly nature of most Malaysians, your clients can be assured of pleasent stay.

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