5 top attractions in Malaysia

An awesome country : Malaysia and where to stay: For the Mitc Ayer Keroh homestay unit located in the center of Mitc Ayer Keroh Melaka, it is the choice of some visitors because it is very close to some of the main attractions in Melaka such as Melaka Zoo & Melaka Safari Night, Melaka Crocodile Park, Melaka Wonderland theme park, botanical garden melaka, ayer keroh melaka historic square, Melaka International Motorsport Circuit – MIMC melaka, Melaka International Bowling Center (MIBC), Melaka Butterfly and Reptile Park. See even more info at Melaka homestay.

This northern state is located at the tip of Peninsular Malaysia, bordering Thailand. It is home to some of the most interesting food in Malaysia as it combines flavors from both Malay and Thai cuisines. Perlis is also home to Gua Kelam, one of the oldest caves in Peninsular Malaysia, naturally linking the foot of a hill to a valley 370 meters away. While not as urban developed as the more popular states of Penang and Selangor, Perlis prides itself on its ancient and traditional roots, almost seeming like a fixed point in time of older Malaysia. Sabah is arguably one of the greatest places on Earth for nature lovers. A part of Borneo island, this part of East Malaysia is full of reserves dedicated to the preservation of unique animals, such as the sun bear and the orangutan. Sabah is also where the immensely popular Mount Kinabalu is found, on many mountain climbers’ bucket lists.

Dubbed tropical paradise, Langkawi can be any beach lover’s dream holiday destination. Langkawi is an archipelago with 99 islands that have kept their natural state intact even though there is a fair about of resorts, restaurants and spa centres to satiate the dream vacation of the tourists. Known mostly for its pristine beaches, a relaxed ambience and a thick forest cover, these islands are just so perfect to enjoy an unforgettable holiday in Malaysia.

Declared the tallest buildings in the world when they were completed in 1998 – surpassing the 442-metre-tall Willis Tower in Chicago, U.S.A – these twin wonders, located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, contain a complex of office buildings, conference halls, a sprawling 50-acre park and an upmarket shopping complex. Designed by Cesar Pelli & Associates, the buildings primarily house the corporate headquarters of the PETRONAS Company and are joined at the 41st and 42nd floors (175 metres above street level) by a 58-metre long double-decker Sky Bridge. Find even more info at anugerahhomestay.com.

Located off the coast of northeastern Malaysia not far from the Thai border. The Perhentian Islands are the must-go place in Malaysia for budget travelers. They have some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and great diving with plenty of cheap accommodation. The two main islands are Perhentian Besar (“Big Perhentian”) and Perhentian Kecil (“Small Perhentian”). Both the islands have palm-fringed white sandy beaches and turquoise blue sea.

Malaysia is a fabulous destination, so much colour, a must see for any travel enthusiast. A quaint city with an abundance of breathtaking sights and rich heritage, Malacca is easy to get around on foot or trishaw to explore the many places that make it unique. As the unofficial historic capital of Malaysia, Malacca’s most prominent contribution to the Malaysian cultural landscape is the Baba-Nyonya or Peranakan culture. Possessing an eclectic blend of customs, traditions, food and lifestyle, the Peranakan still thrives in Malacca with a mix of old and new with historical buildings standing side by side with ultra modern shopping centres. From Ayer Keroh’s lush greenery to the Malacca City’s urban landscape, we have found our top ten places in Malacca that no visitor should leave out on their travel itinerary.

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