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Welcome to Malaysia

There are many reasons to visit Malaysia: cultural attractions, beautiful beaches and islands to explore, colorful festivals, fantastic cuisine, and exotic animals, including orangutans, proboscis monkeys, and pygmy elephants. 

Another reason I can highly recommend Malasia is its warm, friendly, and approachable people. Also, almost everyone speaks English. Because of this, Malaysia is easy to navigate. 

A friendly guide explains the different Malaysian produce.

The official religion is Islam. Buddhism and Hinduism are also commonly practiced in Malaysia. Near Kuala Lumpur are the Batu Caves, one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside of India.

Batu Caves is dedicated to Lord Murugan.

Approaching the shrine, you will first see the 140-foot statue of Lord Murugan. There is a long stairway to the temple. At the top of the 272 steps is the entrance of the cave. 

The caves, filled with ornate and intricately carved statues, became a shrine in the late 1800s.

An excellent way to meet locals is by purchasing street food or chatting with store clerks. Everywhere you’ll find colorful surroundings and friendly people. 

Batik is textile art with beautiful designs drawn on the fabric.

You might also enjoy spending a day discovering Malaysia’s famous art. For example, Batik is textile art with beautiful designs drawn on the fabric with a unique tool leaving behind a waxy substance. In the center of the designs, artists dye the fabric. The material later becomes everything from clothing to table linens.

Malaysia is also famous for its pewter, which isthe world’s finest. 

It is mainly produced at the Royal Selangor Pewter Factory, located just outside Kuala Lumpur; it is the largest single manufacturer of fine pewter globally. Tours are available to understand the process better. 

The Petronas Towers are the tallest twin towers in the world.

Kuala Lumpur is a fantastic destination. Make sure and visit The Petronas Towers, the tallest twin towers in the world. From the observation tower, the view is magnificent. 

View from Petronas Towers’ observation deck.

Malaysia is an exotic and beautiful country filled with fantastic historical finds, modern cities, and, most of all, friendly and welcoming people.

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marilynjones

Marilyn Jones, a journalist and photographer for more than 30 years, specializes in travel. Her articles and photographs have appeared in major newspapers including Dallas Morning News, Philadelphia Inquirer, Baltimore Sun, Chicago Sun-Time and Columbus Dispatch. As well as major magazines including Elks Magazine, Alabama Living, Military Officer, Escapees, Texas Farm and Home, Illinois Country Living, Carolina Country and Renaissance Magazine.