Malaysia is a fairly big country just south of Thailand. Although it is a bit similar to Thailand, both when it comes to the culture and the friendly people, it is very different in many ways. Malaysia is a monarchy, but the king has not so much influence. Malaysia has everything – from beautiful sandy beaches and islands, to lush and green jungle to the metropolitan city Kuala Lumpur.
It used to be a British colony and is still influenced by that. Today people from all over Asia live in Malaysia to work, especially from India and China, so it is a very multicultural country which is especially reflected in its food. Malaysia has some of the best food in Asia, and you will find food from every corner of the world here. It is food heaven!
When To Visit Malaysia
Temperatures vary little in Malaysia and are constantly around 30 C all year round. Rain occurs year-round too. The best time to visit Malaysia is from March – October (less rain and humidity).
Travel Guides
We used the Lonely Planet`s Malaysia travel guide on our trip. You can get that and other great books by clicking on the pictures below:
Articles About Malaysia
Facts
- Population: 30 million
- Capital: Kuala Lumpur
- Land Area: 329 847 km²
- Language: Malaysian Malay
- Religion: Muslim (61%), Buddhist (20%), Christian (6%)
- Currency: Ringgit (MYR)
- Time zone: UTC+8
- Drives on: Left
Recent Malaysia Comments
susanne
on Where to Stay in Kuala Lumpur- Our Favourite Areas & Hotels
Hi, this article really helps a lot to find a suitable accomodation. Thank you very much!
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Kathleen
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Found your website. Wonderful information. Going to Singapore, KL and Penang May 2023. In Penang staying at Blue Mansion (2 nights) and Shangri La Rasa Sayang (2...
Colin Edmondson
on Where To Stay In Penang, Malaysia – Our Favorite Areas & Hotels
Thanks for all the great advice..staying at You Le Yuen in December..
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Tennille
on Where to Stay in Kuala Lumpur- Our Favourite Areas & Hotels
Saved this to read again and have shared with my partner. We have booked to head over for 11nights in October with a teenager and have been really struggling where...