Places of Attraction and Happenings in Malaysia

Once tourists pass through the immigration checkpoints and sets foot on Malaysian soil, they are presented with a whole diversified array of attractions and places of interest to visit. With a perfect blend of old and new world mixture, Malaysia has plenty to show for its ever growing number of tourists. Be it on a shopping trip, adventure escapade or just a nature rendezvous, Malaysia has the right attraction to satisfy just about any type of tourists.

For those who enjoy urban living, the national capital of Kuala Lumpur is the place to be. A throbbing metropolis, Kuala Lumpur offers a wide range of modern thrills and spills. Shopaholics would enjoy the hug shopping malls sprawled across the urban and suburban city limits. Kuala Lumpur also offers an array of local and traditional cuisines to satisfy your taste buds. You can chill on the side of the streets while taking in the hustle and bustle of a modern city.

Malaysia is home to one of the oldest tropical rain forests in the world. Major parts of these rain forests are properly conserved in protected sanctuaries known as national parks. A good example would be Taman Negara National park, which houses different species of protected flora and fauna. Nature lovers can also enjoy the canopy walk in the national park; a man made platform suspended hundreds of feet above the ground. Visitors can have a bird’s eye view of the rainforest through this breathtaking walk.
Situated on the east coast of the Peninsular is "Pulau" Tioman or Tioman Island. This island is home to one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, with crystal clear water and pristine sandy beaches. The tropical climate of Malaysia makes it a perfect holiday getaway. Tourists can enjoy bathing in the sun or take a dive and snorkel underwater to catch a glimpse of the diversified marine life surrounding the island.

For adventure seekers, Mount Kinabalu offers thrill seekers a daunting task of scaling the highest mountain in South East Asia. Situated on the northern tip of Borneo, Mount Kinabalu is more than 4000m above sea level. The peak is located within a national park known as Kinabalu National Park. Climbers are required to be in good physical condition to reach the summit while being accompanied by a guide. Along the way, tourists can catch a glimpse of the wide array of wildlife around them. This includes the largest flower on Earth, the Rafflesia flower and over 300 species of birds.

Malaysia is also home to a few one-off special events happening across the country. For race car enthusiast, the Formula One race at "Sepang" is an event not to be missed. There are also a few annual music festivals not be missed. These include the Rainforest World Music Festival happening at the Sarawak Cultural Village in Kuching and also the International Jazz Festivals happening at Miri, Penang and Kota Kinabalu.

Malaysia also offers a different type of tourism compared to the normal holiday getaway. Medical tourism is fast gaining popularity across the globe and Malaysia is among the elite few countries. Combining tourism with professional healthcare, highly specialized professionals offer top class services and treatments to visiting patients around the world, which has in return made Malaysia a frontrunner in offering top class medical tourism.

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