WELCOME TO MALAYSIA

Endowed with a diversity of cultures, Malaysia offers a 'truly Asian xperiance'.  Discover a delightful fusion of three of Asia's oldest civilisations- Mala, Chinese and Indian. A potpourri enriched with the indigenous tradition of the Kadazan Dusuns, Ibans and aother ethnic communities of Sabah and Sarawak.

Exprerience the country's alluring wonders- colourful festivals' breathtaking skyscrapers, charming heritage buildings, enchanting islands and beaches as well as a million-year-old rainforest with fascinating flora and fauna.

Meet the warm and friendly people and enjoy world-class facilities.  Marvel at the bewldering range of shopping delights and tempt your plate with mouthwatering delicaries.  Bursting with colour, pulsating with life, Malaysia awaits you.

Visit Malaysia and :

• experience Asia in a nutshell - Malay, Chinese, Indian and ethnic cultures
• explore the world' oldest rainforests
• meet genuinely warm people of different races and religions
• shop for local handicraft or contempory fashion
• see the marine life at some of the world's best dive sites
• admire traditional and moderm architectural marvels
• dine on delicious food at affordable prices
• relax on beaches where time appears to stand still
• stay in international resort hotels or, homestay' with the locals

Malaysia is a fascinating holiday destination offering something for everyone to enjoy. There are three distinct destinations in the country- Penisular Malaysia and the states of Sabah and Sarawak in East Malaysia.

Visitor are offten surprised to discover how developed the contry is, yet rich and varied in cultural tradition.

The contry's main gateway is Kuala Lumpur Iternational Airport (KLIA) near the capital. Other major international airport are Langkawi, Penang, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching.

Kuala Lumpur or KL is modern cosmopolitan city boasting tthe world's tallest twin towers towering at a height of 452m.  its architecture is representative of the contry's dominant cultures the Malay, Chinese, and Indian.  Combined with the colonial legacy of the british and Moorish influences, KL has one of Asia's most dynamic cityscapes.

Malaysia 's long coastline and many coral-fringed islands, with the Straits of Malacca to the west and the South China Sea to the east, give rise toa large number of fabulous beaches. Islands like Langkawi, Tioman and Pangkor are world-renowned resort destinations. Penang is anather island famous for its history, relaxing beaches and cultural mix.  Further south, Melaka is known for its history, museums and the unique Baba Nyonya community. The charming east coast of the penisula with its laid back lifestyle, is the country's cultural heartland.