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ADMINISTRATIVE CAPITAL: Putrajaya

COMMERCIAL CAPITAL: Kuala Lampur

GEOGRAPHY

Located in Southeast Asia, Malaysia is the 66th largest country by total land area. Bordering with Indonesia and Brunei in East Malaysia and Thailand in West Malayisa with a land area of 329,847 square kilometres (127,355 sq mi)

DEMOGRAPHY

A population of close to 28.3 Million. Muslims account for about 60.4% of the population.

CLIMATE

Hot and humid. An average temperature of 27 °C (80.6 °F) is throughout the year. In the lowlands and in the Coasts have a similar temperature which range between 23 °C (73.4 °F) and 32 °C (89.6 °F).

LANGUAGES SPOKEN

Malay is the official language. English and Chinese is widely used as well.

LOCAL TIME

GMT+8 hrs throughout the year

BUSINESS HOURS

Government: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
General: 9 AM to 5 PM

HOLIDAYS
Independence Day: August 31st
Malaysia Day:
May Day: May 1st
Christmas: December 25th

Based on the lunar calandar:
Id-ul-Fitr
Id-ul-Adha
Milad-un-Nabi
Muharram (Islamic New Year)

CURRENCY

Malaysian Ringgit

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

Police/ Civil Defence: 999/991
Ambulance: 110
Fire: 994

Introduction to Malaysia

A cosmopolitan country in every sense, Malaysia is located at the meeting of the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea. Considered as a haven for visitors, Malaysia is one of the main travel destinations in Southeast Asia.
The amazing landscapes and distinctive culture is a major draw for visitors. The local crowd in Malaysia is quite friendly and always ready to help visitors.Islam is the state religion of Malaysia and finding masaajid and halal food in the country is not a problem. Read More Malaysia is popular for its mesmerizing beaches and wonderful natural attractions.
The wildlife found in the country is unique and diverse. The national parks and nature reserves are definitely worth visiting. Some of the most popular national parks in Malaysia include Batang Ai National Park, Taman Negara National Park rain forest and the Bako National Park.

Latest on Malaysia

Seri Pacific Hotel
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Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
Established in 1998, the Islamic Arts Museum is located just minutes from the Masjid Negara in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. The museum houses over 7,000 artifacts and also has a huge library with an exclusive collection of Islamic art books.

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The Lexis Port Dickson is a business class hotel situated in Negeri Sembilan, and is located along a coastal stretch of Port Dickson. The hotel is within close proximity to a multitude of cultural, historical and tourist attractions, and not far from nature parks. Guests will be able to enjoy the Lukut Museum and Fort, PD Ostrich Farm, Royal Port…

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The Legend Resorts, Cherating
The Legend Resort Cherating in Pahang, Malaysia, is a 4-star hotel with a stunning white sandy beach located at one of Malaysia’s premier holiday spots, Cherating Beach. On a 6.5-acre site at Cherating in the State of Pahang, the Legend Resort Cherating is a popular coastal resort area that boasts the finest white sandy beaches in the Peninsular Malaysia. With…

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Take a break and plan for that special treat you and your loved ones deserve. Whether it is a weekend trip, a dose of retail therapy or spending time with the family, Sunway Putra Hotel Kuala Lumpur (formerly known as The Legend Hotel Kuala Lumpur) is the ideal choice. Situated within the capital's main commercial district, the Kuala Lumpur International…

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