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Discover Malaysia

Upper-middle-income economy. Electronics, palm oil, petroleum, tourism. Diverse multicultural society.

33,871,431
Population
24
Places to Visit
16+
Regions
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About Malaysia

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Geography

Area: 330,803 sq km

  • • Tropical: hot, humid year-round
  • • Monsoon: northeast Nov-Mar, southwest May-Sep
  • • Cooler in Cameron Highlands
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Government

Type: federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy

Capital: Kuala Lumpur

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Economy

Upper-middle-income economy. Electronics, palm oil, petroleum, tourism. Diverse multicultural society.

GDP: $372.7 billion

Per Capita: $11,400

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Demographics

Population: 33,871,431

Languages: Malay (official), English, Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese), Tamil

Religions: Muslim 61.3%, Buddhist 19.8%, Christian 9.2%, Hindu 6.3%

Explore Malaysia's Regions

Discover 16 distinct regions, each with unique landscapes and culture.

Johor
region
Kedah
region
Kelantan
region
Kuala Lumpur
region
Labuan
region
Melaka
region
Negeri Sembilan
region
Pahang
region
Penang
region
Perak
region
Perlis
region
Putrajaya
region

Major Cities in Malaysia

Explore 50 cities with unique attractions and experiences.

Kuala LumpurNational Capital
capital
1.5M
Klang
city
880K
Johor BahruRegional Capital
admin_capital
858K
Kampung Baru Subang
city
834K
Petaling JayaRegional Capital
admin_capital
808K
IpohRegional Capital
admin_capital
760K
Shah Alam
city
741K
Subang Jaya
city
708K
Bukit Rahman Putra
city
607K
Pelentong
city
584K
MalaccaRegional Capital
admin_capital
579K
Iskandar Puteri
city
576K

Travel Essentials

📞 Contact & Emergency

Phone Code: +60

Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)

fire: 994

police: 999

ambulance: 999

universal: 999

⚡ Practical Info

Electricity: 240V / 50Hz / Type G

Driving: Left

Water: ❌ Bottled only

💰 Tipping

  • • Not expected — 10% service charge usually added
  • • Round up at hawker stalls
  • • Not part of Malaysian culture

When to Visit Malaysia

✅ Best Months

March, April, May, September, October

🔥 Peak Season

Dec-Feb (east coast monsoon but west coast dry)

💎 Off Season

Nov-Feb (east coast monsoon, some islands close)

Jan-Feb

Chinese New Year, Thaipusam

May

Harvest Festival (Sabah)

Jun-Jul

Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Nov

Deepavali

Top Destinations in Malaysia

⭐Kuala Lumpur (Petronas Towers, Batu Caves)
⭐Langkawi (duty-free island)
⭐Penang (food capital, George Town UNESCO)
📍Borneo/Sabah (Mount Kinabalu, orangutans)
📍Cameron Highlands
📍Malacca (UNESCO)
📍Perhentian Islands
📍Taman Negara (rainforest)
📍Ipoh
📍Sarawak (longhouses, caves)
📍Tioman Island
📍Kota Kinabalu

Cultural Tips

  • 💡Malaysia is multicultural — Malay, Chinese, Indian cultures coexist
  • 💡Food is incredible and cheap — hawker centers are the way to eat
  • 💡Remove shoes when entering homes and mosques
  • 💡Dress modestly at mosques and in conservative areas
  • 💡Don't eat with your left hand
  • 💡Alcohol is available but expensive due to taxes — beer is MYR 15-20

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malaysia safe?
Very safe. One of Southeast Asia's safest countries. Petty theft exists in KL. Borneo wildlife can be dangerous — follow guides.
How cheap is Malaysia?
Excellent value. Budget: MYR 100-200/day ($22-44). Street food: MYR 5-15 per meal. Beer is the only expensive thing (MYR 15-20).
Penang or Langkawi?
Penang for food (George Town is Asia's food capital) and culture. Langkawi for beaches and duty-free shopping. Both in 5-7 days combined.

What to Buy in Malaysia

🛍️ Batik🛍️ pewter (Royal Selangor)🛍️ durian products🛍️ Boh tea🛍️ rattan crafts🛍️ sambal🛍️ belacan

Places to Visit

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