Urban Life

Kuala Lumpur

The capital and largest city of Malaysia. It is located in the heart of Selangor state, in Peninsular Malaysia.

Some interesting places to visit:

Petronas Twin Towers (Suria KLCC), KL Tower, Petaling Street (Chinatown), National Museum, Central Market

Estimated population: 1,887,674

Geographical coordinates: 3° 7' N, 101° 42' E

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Putrajaya

Located south of Kuala Lumpur, this newly developed city is the home to most of Malaysia's government offices.

Interesting places to visit:

Perdana Putra, Putra Bridge, Putra Mosque, Seri Wawasan Bridge

Estimated population: 50,000

Geographical coordinates: 2°55' N, 101°40' E

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Culture and Historical

Penang (or Pulau Pinang)

Located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, it is a paradise for culture and food lovers. Be sure to try the famous Asam Laksa, Chinese Dim Sum, and other Chinese food.

Interesting places to visit:

George Town, Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang Bridge, Snake Temple, War Museum, Fort Cornwallis, Penang Hill

Estimated population: 1,503,000

Geographical coordinates: 5° 25' N, 100° 19' E

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Malacca (Melaka)

One of the oldest cities in Malaysia. It is famous for its rich history and multi-cultural community. Don't forget to try some of the unique food such as Chicken Rice Ball, Satay Celup and other Peranakan delicacies.

Interesting places to visit:

A' Farmosa Fort, St. Paul Hill, Jonker's Walk, Portuguese Settlement Village, Muzium Budaya, Poh San Teng temple

Estimated population: 733,000

Geographical coordinates: 2° 11' 49 N, 102° 14' 53 E

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Islands & Underwater World

Perhentian Islands (Pulau Perhentian)

Located in the state of Terengganu, it consists of 2 islands - Big Perhentian and Small Perhentian. Both the islands are part of the Pulau Redang National Marine Park, which means this place is a heaven for scuba divers and snorkelling fans.

Interesting things to do: Sunbathing, scuba diving, snorkelling, turtle and shark watching.

Geographical coordinates: 5° 55' 0 N, 102° 43' 60 E

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Sipadan Island (Pulau Sipadan)

Located to the east of Tawau in Sabah state, this island was formed by living corals growing on top of an extinct volcano. This island has ample rare diving scenes and there is also a mysterious turtle tomb underneath the island. Voted by many divers as one of the best diving spots in the world.

Interesting things to do: Scuba diving, snorkelling, sunbathing

Geographical coordinates: 4° 6' 52.86'' N, 118° 37' 43.52'' E

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Back to Mother Nature

National Park (Taman Negara)

Encompasses 3 states in Peninsular Malaysia namely Pahang, Kelantan and Terengganu. This park is home to some rare mammals such as Indonchinese Tiger, the highly endangered Sumatran Rhinoceros, and Asian Elephant.

Estimated area: 4,343 km²

Interesting things to do: Enjoy the tropical rain forest, jungle trekking, bird watching, river views

Geographical coordinates: 4° 7' N, 102° 46' E

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Kinabalu National Park (Taman Negara Kinabalu)

Located in Sabah, it covers around 750 square kilometres, surrounding the tallest mountain in Malaysia and South East Asia - Mount Kinabalu. One of the most popular tourist spots in Malaysia.

Estimated area: 754 km²

Interesting things to do: Enjoy the tropical rain forest, jungle trekking, mountain climbing, plants watching (home to rare plants such as Nepenthes rajah and Rafflesia)

Geographical coordinates: 6° 09' N, 116° 39' E

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Gunung Mulu National Park (Taman Negara Gunung Mulu)

Located near Miri of Sarawak, it is the home to many incredible cave systems including world's largest cave chamber. It is the favourite spot for cave adventurers, bat lovers and jungle trekkers.

Estimated area: 754 km²

Interesting things to do: Enjoy the tropical rain forest, jungle trekking (required for certain cave systems and the wondrous Pinnacle), cave adventuring, bats watching

Geographical coordinates: 4° 03' N, 114° 56' E

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Visit Malaysia Year, also known as Visit Malaysia, is an event in Malaysia officially declared on New Year's Day with pomp and splendor amid a spectacular fireworks display and a colorful concert showcasing the diversity of the nation. The declaration was made by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak at the historical Dataran Merdeka before some 100,000 Malaysians from all walks of life just before the stroke of midnight.

Visit Malaysia Year 2007 is expected to increase the number of tourist arrivals to the country from the current 15 million to 20 million in 2007. The country targets to attract some 17.3 million tourists this year. The third edition of Visit Malaysia Year is in 2007, after 1990 and 1994, is considered special because it coincides with Malaysia's 50th year of independence and nationhood. Come visit Malaysia this year, we have many festival and events through out all nationwide as listed.

January

• Visit Malaysia Year (VMY) 2007 Grand Launch 1 January 2007
• Visit Malaysia Campaign 1 January 2007 Until 31 December 2007
• Eye on Malaysia 1 January 2007 Until 31 December 2007
• Flora Fest 20 January 2007 Until 4 February 2007

February

• Thaipusam Festival 1 February 2007
• Federal Territory Day 1 February 2007
• Le Tour de Langkawi 2 February 2007 Until 11 February 2007
• Malaysia Open Golf Championship 8 February 2007 Until 11 February 2007
• Chinese New Year Celebration and Open House 18 February 2007

March

• Malaysia GP Sale 2007 24 March 2007 Until 22 April 2007
• Taman Negara Eco-Challenge 24 March 2007 Until 25 March 2007

April

• KL GP City Festival 1 April 2007 Until 8 April 2007
• Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix 6 April 2007 Until 8 April 2007
• Royal Go-Kart Competition 10 April 2007

May

• Wesak Day 1 May 2007
• National Water Festival - Labuan International Sea Challenge 1 May 2007 Until 6 May 2007
• Johor International Orchid Show 25 May 2007 Until 27 May 2007
• World Harvest Festival 2007 & Gawai Dayak Sarawak 26 May 2007 Until 2 June 2007
• Colours of Malaysia 26 May 2007
• Tadau Keamatan 30 May 2007 Until 31 May 2007

June

• Malaysia International Aerospace Exhibition 5 June 2007 Until 7 August 2007
• Penang International Dragon Boat Festival 8 June 2007 Until 10 June 2007
• Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival 16 June 2007 Until 2 September 2007
• Japan GT 22 June 2007 Until 24 June 2007
• Fiesta San Pedro 23 June 2007 Until 29 June 2007
• Penang Bridge International Marathon 24 June 2007

July

• Ipoh Open International Run 1 July 2007
• Rainforest World Music Festival 2007 13 July 2007 Until 15 July 2007
• World Music Festival 2007 - Botanical Garden, Penang 20 July 2007 Until 22 July 2007
• Port Dickson International Triathlon 21 July 2007 Until 22 July 2007
• KL Fest 29 July 2007

August

• Sultan's Cup Terengganu Endurance Challenge 3 August 2007 Until 4 August 2007
• 50 Years of Nationhood - World Lion Dance Invitation 3 August 2007 Until 5 August 2007
• Malaysia International Fireworks Competition 15 August 2007 Until 30 August 2007
• Mount Kinabalu International Climbathon 25 August 2007 Until 26 August 2007
• 50 Years of Nationhood - Merdeka Month Celebration 17 August 2007 Until 16 September 2007

September

• Sarawak Regatta 1 September 2007 Until 2 September 2007
• Malaysian Motorcycle Cub Prix 7 September 2007 Until 9 September 2007
• KL International Butt Show 7 September 2007 Until 9 September 2007
• Penang International Lantern Festival 15 September 2007 Until 14 October 2007

October

• Hari Raya Aidilfitri Celebration and Open House 13 October 2007
• Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week 27 October 2007 Until 31 October 2007
• Heart of Borneo 4X4 Safari 28 October 2007 Until 4 November 2007

November

• Malaysia International Gourmet Festival 2 November 2007 Until 29 November 2007
• World Drumstick Festival 3 November 2007 Until 10 November 2007
• Deepavali Celebration and Open House 17 November 2007
• Malaysia A1 Grand Prix (Grand Prix of Nations) 26 November 2007 Until 28 November 2007
• Terengganu Monsoon Cup 2007 28 November 2007 Until 2 December 2007

December

• Malaysia Year End Sale Carnival 1 December 2007 Until 1 January 2008
• KL International Buskers Festival 1 December 2007 Until 9 December 2007
• Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) Exhibition 4 December 2007 Until 8 December 2007
• Christmas Celebration and Open House 25 December 2007

In conjuction of Visit Malaysia 2007. Malaysian government has introduce Hop-In-Hop-On bus where all this buses will take travel along around the Kuala Lumpur. Visit Malaysia is one of the biggest events in Malaysia. Join all other tourist and feel the safest living place among us. For more information and details, you can search on website about us and do not hesitate to travel from anywhere of the world to Malaysia.

Listed above is the events nationwide, we also have many other places that promise you such an attractive and fascinating experiences when you come visit Malaysia. Among the favorite places is Malacca, where you can find an ancient building such as Stadthuys, The A'Famosa, The Albuqueqe ship and many more. As on Perak, you can find a Kellie's castle that build on the time of English people. You can visit Sarawak for its popular Cave called Niah. The largest cave in the world. You can also feel the tastes of malaysian cuisine like Nasi Lemak, Roti Canai, Nasi Dagang and many more.

Support us with Visit Malaysia 2007. There is so many ways to enjoy yourself here!!