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Travel to Malaysia for a Perfect Vacation

One of the top exporters of palm oil and natural rubber, Malaysia’s revenue today majorly comes from its tourism industry. The country has witnessed rapid development and economic boom during the late years of the 20th century.

Accommodation Options
Malaysia offers a number of accommodation options including luxury hotels, economy class or budget hotels, guesthouses, home stay accommodation, bed and breakfast lodgings, youth hostels and resorts of Penang or Langkawi.

History of Malaysia
Much of the peninsular Malaysia was under the rule of Srivijaya Empire between the 7th and the 13th century. Britain’s first colony was established in the Malay Peninsula in 1786. The British expansion in Malaya further increased after the Pangkor Treaty of 1874.

Popular Places and Attractions
Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, is the crown of the country. Several significant sites of Malaysia are present in Kuala Lumpur. Take for instance the Petronas Twin Towers and the Kuala Lumpur City Centre that stand tall to glorify Malaysia’s progress and development. You can have a commanding view of the city from Petronas Twin Towers, said to be the tallest building of the world and a perfect blend of modern architecture and Islamic design. For a glimpse of Malaysian-style architecture, one shouldn’t miss a visit to Dayabumi Complex, a 35-storeys high skyscraper standing proudly on Jalan Hishamuddin.

Sri Mahamariaman Temple and the National Mosque are popular attractions for people having a religious bent of mind.  The Sultan Abdul Samad Building, another tourist attraction in Malaysia is a Moorish inspired structure that boasts of a 130 m high clock tower. Lake Gardens, The Orchid Garden, The Butterfly Park, Deer Park and the hill stations of Genting and Cameron Highlands make a tour to Malaysia memorable and fascinating. Some important Malaysian cities are Sarawak, Kelantan, Malacca, Perlis, Penang, etc.

Getting Around in Malaysia
Bus, trams, boats, trains and taxis, there are numerous modes of transportation available for getting around in Malaysia. A travel guide can give you a good piece of advice on what mode of transportation to take, as per your needs.

Places of Entertainment
For a great and vibrant nightlife scene, head to Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur has a good selection of high-end nightclubs, discos, bars and coffee shops. Penang is another destination where one can make the best of one’s evenings. Shopping at the islands of Labuan and Langkawi can be a great experience as these are duty free zones.

Most of the youth hostels in Malaysia are located in Malacca, Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Petailing Jaya. Camping facilities are also available for the visitors in national parks.

Currency
Ringgit, also referred to as Malaysian Dollar, is the official currency of Malaysia that comes in both – currency notes and coins. You can find out the currency exchange rates in the news or on the internet.

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