beaches of Malaysia

Malaysia is a very fascinating country; modern yet engrossed in old traditions and culture. Malaysia is moving on towards modernization but yet at its own pace keeping the tradition and culture still alive among its people. Malaysia is a country that exhibits great values, culture and tradition just like other Asian countries. It offers great blend of Asia’s three oldest civilizations- Malay, Chinese and Indian.


Malaysia is admired by international tourist for its excellent beaches; number of marine parks where dazzling corals and many aquatic species like the moray eels, the clown fish, black-tip sharks etc are in profusion. Malaysia tourism bestows a lot to its travelers.


Taman Negara National Park of Malaysia is one of the world’s oldest rain forests and is a World Heritage site. There are numerous other rain forests in various parts of the country that have been declared as National Parks and are worth watching. Bako National Park is relatively than Tama Negara but is popular for its beautiful beaches, waterfalls, park and dense forest areas.


Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia is a cosmopolitan city and the home of world's tallest twin building 'the Petronas Twin Towers'. Another amazing, must see tourist spots in the city are House of Parliament, incredible mosques, Kuala Lumpur Tower, Putra World Trade Centre, Dataran Merdeka, Tugu Negara. For nature lovers and adventurers the states of Sabah and Sarawak is another fabulous destination to visit.


Fabulous beaches along the Malaysia’s long coastline and many coral-fringed islands are a great tourist spot. Islands like Langkawi. Tioman and Pangkor are among world-renowned destinations. Penang Island is famous for its history, relaxing beaches and cultural mix. To the south, Malacca is known for its history, museums and the unique Baba-Nyonya community.


Malaysia is also famous for medical tourism and is among top few countries.

Medical tourism refers to the combination of healthcare with international tourism. Malaysia is emerging as forerunner in offering world class medical tourism. High skilled professionals trained in various specialized disciplines offer impeccable services and treatment to patients.


So if you want to take a break from hustle bustle life then, Malaysia is the best destination that you can think off. For a truly Asian experience Malaysia is the right destination which bestows not only culture and tradition, monuments and tourism but also a great night life, mouth watering delicacies and array of shopping delights. It has something for everyone!

"Truly Asia" - that's how the country's tourism promotion goes. In essence it says that a visit to Malaysia is a good way to know, understand and enjoy Asia. The catch line is correct to a large extent as you will realise on your trip to Malaysia. There are a number of attractions to visit and things to do while you are in Malaysia. Take a quick look at them below:

Thousands of Beaches - Yes, that's right! There are thousands of beaches in Malaysia and you will be spoilt for choices. From the powdery beaches of eastern coastline of Peninsular Malaysia to the black sand beach of Pantai Pasir Hitam and pebble beach of Pantai Batu, Malaysia offers you a wide variety.

The Wildlife: The variety of wildlife in Malaysia is simply adorable. On your wildlife sojourn to Malaysia, you can see the Sumatran Rhinoceros, the Clouded Leopard, Malaysian Tiger, the Sun Bear, the Monitor Lizard and the Orang Utan. The Malaysian authorities take utmost care to preserve the natural heritage that is the forest areas of the country. These forest areas are also home to nomadic people and medicinal plants.

Cruises: The prestigious Star Cruises cover Malaysia in its various journeys of SuperStar Gemini and SuperStar Virgo. These luxury cruises offer you a one time opportunity to enjoy the pampering comforts while exploring some magnificent destinations.

Adventure Activities: A host of adventure activities option await you on your trip to Malaysia. You can enjoy diving, whitewater rafting, river safaris & cruises, cave exploration, angling, bird watching and paragliding. You can enjoy the thrills of these activities on your trip to Malaysia.

Shopping: Shopping is just a fantastic experience in Malaysia. You can buy a number of items in modern air-conditioned shopping malls, department stores, handicraft centres, duty-free shops, bazaars and night markets. However, the best shopping experience can be enjoyed during the great The Shopping Carnival held during March and April. Items to be bought include clothes, fashion accessories, footwear, sports goods, electrical equipment, pharmaceutical products, computers and furniture.

Cuisine - Malaysian cuisine is exotic and it is a tasteful delight to have it. There are basically three forms of cuisine - Malay, Chinese and Indian. Few cuisines that have evolved over a period of time are a combination of these three cuisines.Popular Malay dishes include Nasi Dagang, Keropok Lekor / Keping, Ayam Goreng and Laksam. Visit Malaysia to enjoy a rocking vacation. You will enjoy yourself thoroughly and will indeed come back again and again.