Place to go
Kuantan: Established travel guides will tell you Kuantan is nothing more than a 'stopover' en route to the islands further up the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, or to the magnificent forests of the interior.
However, if you want to witness what hard-working, hard-playing Malaysians themselves get up to, take a second glance at this part of the East Coast.
Kuala Lumpur: Take a trip back in Kuala Lumpur's history and experience its richness. Visually, Kuala Lumpur's history and heritage is displayed in its buildings and structures. These buildings linger on against the contemporary backdrop of modern Kuala Lumpur; and they reflect a fascinating history which evokes memories of a bygone era.
Kuala Lumpur, literally translated as 'muddy estuary', had its origins in the 1850's when tin prospectors established a trading post at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers. In spite of its unflattering name, the settlement grew in tandem with the flourishing tin industry.
Malacca - Historical City: Located on the south-western coast of Peninsular Malaysia, Malacca was an important trading post in Malaysia’s early history and attracted South-east Asian, Chinese and Indian traders from the region.
Founded by a refugee prince named Parameswara, Malacca rose to become a powerful trade hub between the East and the West.
Penang - Pearl of the Orient: On Penang Island sits the capital, Georgetown, a city steeped in history and tradition, yet sparkling with progress and modern development.
The island also boasts some of the best food in the region, ranging from Nyonya Cuisine to foodstall favourites like nasi kandar, char kway teow and penang laksa, all of which are cooked in a uniquely ‘Penang’ way.
Things to do
Colours of Malaysia: or "Citrawarna Malaysia" is the spectacular launch parade for the month-long arts, culture and traditions festival usually starting in May.
Held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's capital city, each state showcases its unique heritage, creating a kaleidoscope of fascinating performances.
Honeymoon: From sightseeing to shopping to eating, Malaysia offers a myriad of cultural activities and attractions that will make your honeymoon the envy of all your friends. If you are looking to experience Asia in miniature, all in one go, come to culturally rich Malaysia, where the past is always present. Lovers of the past will relish the fact that anywhere you go, even in the modern cities, they are never too far away from a wealth of cultural and historical attractions.
Islam in Malaysia: First brought to Peninsular Malaysia by Arab and Indian traders during the 13th century, Malaysia embraces a progressive Islam that permeates every aspect of life.
Islam's influence is reflected in the country's architecture, cuisine and lifestyle.
Architecture with strong Islamic inspiration includes Putrajaya (Malaysia's new administrative capital), the National Mosque and the Islamic Arts Museum. Cultural customs include Friday prayers for Muslim men and headscarves for Muslim women.
Museums, Kuala Lumpur:
Located on the fringe of Taman Tasik Perdana (the KL Lake Gardens), this palatial building was designed along the lines of classical Malay architecture and is the principal museum in the country.
Located on a 5.6 acre site at Jalan Temerloh, this gallery is flanked by the National Theater and the National Library. Built with aesthetics and functionality in mind, the art gallery creates a space for preservation, development, exploration and experimentation in the various facets of art in Malaysia.
Located at Jalan Lembah Perdana, this museum houses various themed galleries. Among them is the Islamic Architecture Gallery which showcases miniature replicas of renowned buildings such as the Taj Mahal, Imam Ismail Albukhary mosque/museum and the Amir Timur Mausoleum.
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