10 Places To Visit In Malaysia

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Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur

Standing tall at 452 meters, the Petronas Twin Towers are an iconic symbol of Malaysia’s modern identity.

Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur | James Kerwin/Wikipedia

George Town, Penang

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, George Town is a melting pot of cultures, colonial architecture, and street art.

Skyline in George Town | Wikipedia

Langkawi Sky Bridge & Cable Car

Langkawi’s natural beauty is best appreciated from above. Ride the cable car up Gunung Mat Cincang for panoramic island views, then walk across the curved Sky Bridge suspended high above the rainforest.

Langkawi Sky Bridge | Wikipedia

Batu Caves, Selangor

Batu Caves, a prominent Hindu shrine outside India, is a towering golden statue of Lord Murugan. It welcomes you at the foot of 272 colourful steps leading up to limestone caves housing temples.

Batu Caves | Wikipedia

Cameron Highlands

Escape the tropical heat in the cool, misty hills of Cameron Highlands. This hill station is known for its tea plantations, strawberry farms, and scenic hiking trails.

Cameron Highlands | Wikipedia

Kinabalu Park, Sabah

Home to Mount Kinabalu, the highest peak in Southeast Asia, Kinabalu Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its biodiversity.

Mount Kinabalu | Wikipedia

Perhentian Islands, Terengganu

Head to the Perhentian Islands for snorkelling, diving, or simply relaxing by the sea. The coral reefs teem with marine life, from turtles to colourful fish.

Perhentian Kecil | Wikipedia

Malacca City (Melaka)

Another UNESCO-listed gem, Malacca, is rich in history and colonial charm. Wander through Dutch Square with its red buildings, visit the A Famosa Portuguese fort, and cruise along the Melaka River.

Malacca City | Wikipedia

Taman Negara

One of the oldest rainforests in the world, Taman Negara is a haven for ecotourists. Go on jungle treks, night safaris, canopy walks, or river cruises.

Canopy walkway.at Taman | Wikipedia

Putrajaya

Malaysia’s administrative capital is often overlooked but is a visual treat. The city features futuristic architecture, beautiful mosques like Putra Mosque (with its pink dome), and lakes.

Front view of Perdana Putra | Stefan Fussan/Wikipedia

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