Split Between Two Regions

Malaysia is divided into Peninsular Malaysia (on the Asian mainland) and East Malaysia (on the island of Borneo), separated by the South China Sea.

Multicultural and Multi-Religious

Malaysia is a true cultural mix of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Indigenous communities, creating a diverse blend of languages, religions, and traditions.

Kuala Lumpur and the Petronas Towers

The capital, Kuala Lumpur, is home to the Petronas Twin Towers, which were the tallest buildings in the world from 1998 to 2004 and remain a national icon.

One of the World’s Oldest Rainforests

Malaysia hosts parts of the Taman Negara and Borneo rainforests, which are over 130 million years old, making them among the oldest tropical rainforests on Earth.

Unique Wildlife

Malaysia is home to rare and endangered species like the Malayan tiger, orangutan, proboscis monkey, and the Borneo pygmy elephant.

Melting Pot of Cuisine

Malaysian food is famous for its flavor-packed dishes, such as nasi lemak, roti canai, char kway teow, and laksa, reflecting its cultural diversity.

Batu Caves – A Hindu Landmark

Just outside Kuala Lumpur, the Batu Caves are a sacred site with a giant golden statue of Lord Murugan and limestone caves filled with Hindu shrines.

Language and Script Variety

Malay (Bahasa Malaysia) is the official language, but English, Mandarin, Tamil, and various indigenous languages are also widely spoken.

A Constitutional Monarchy with Nine Kings

Malaysia has a unique monarchy system where the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King) is elected every 5 years from among the nine hereditary Malay rulers.

Festivals All Year Round

Malaysians celebrate a variety of religious and cultural festivals, including Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, and Thaipusam, often as public holidays.