8 Best Places to Visit in Malaysia

1. 5. Kuching

1.1. Kuching is a popular base for

1.1.1. exploring Borneo’s rainforest and the state of Sarawak

1.2. Kuching offers plenty for tourists to see and do during their stay

1.2.1. from sightseeing historic landmarks

1.2.2. to bustling markets and outdoor recreation

1.3. The city is situated on the banks of the Sarawak River

1.3.1. with a beautifully landscaped waterfront offering views of historic landmarks such as

1.3.1.1. Fort Margherita

1.3.1.2. and Astana palace

1.4. Distinct for its umbrella-shaped roof

1.4.1. the Kuching Civic Center contains a planetarium and a viewing platform

1.4.1.1. presenting outstanding aerial views

2. 6. Penang

2.1. It is located in the Strait of Malacca

2.1.1. off West Malaysia’s northwestern coast

2.2. Its position along one of the world’s most traveled shipping routes

2.2.1. has infused Penang with a colorful array of

2.2.1.1. cultures

2.2.1.2. architecture

2.2.1.3. and cuisine

2.3. No visit to Penang would be complete without a trishaw ride

2.3.1. or walk around the island’s capital city, George Town

2.3.1.1. to see its British colonial architecture

2.3.1.2. and historic Chinese and Indian temples

3. 7. Kuala Lumpur

3.1. This vibrant city is a cultural melting pot

3.1.1. noted for its impressive

3.1.1.1. skyscrapers

3.1.1.2. and buzzing scenes of shopping and dining

3.2. It doesn’t really have a city center but rather several hubs of activity

3.3. The former colonial district features

3.3.1. distinctive architecture

3.3.2. and the pleasant Merdeka Square

3.4. Chinatown is a busy tourist hub

3.4.1. while the Golden Triangle presents the city’s modern face

3.4.1.1. with the famous Petronas Towers as its most striking building

4. 8. Langkawi

4.1. It is located off Malaysia’s northwestern coast

4.1.1. in the Andaman Sea

4.2. Langkawi is an archipelago of 99 islands boasting

4.2.1. picturesque beaches

4.2.2. rainforest

4.2.3. mangroves

4.2.4. and forest-clad mountains

4.3. In recent years, resorts, hotels, restaurants and other tourist facilities

4.3.1. have developed in Langkawi, offering visitors the opportunity

4.3.1.1. to experience the archipelago’s exceptional natural beauty

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6. 1. Kota Bharu

6.1. Kota Bharu is the capital of the Kelantan State

6.2. It is located in Peninsular Malaysia near the Thailand border

6.3. Much of Kota Bharu life revolves around the city’s bustling marketplaces

6.3.1. of which the Central Market is the largest

6.4. Surrounded by coffee shops and busy streets dotted with old trishaws

6.4.1. the Central Market is teeming in local women working food

6.4.1.1. stands and selling colorful fruits and vegetables

7. 2. Gunung Mulu National Park

7.1. It is famous for its extraordinary limestone karst formations

7.1.1. and phenomenal cave systems

7.2. It is located in Malaysian Borneo in the Sarawak State

7.3. This national park features some of the largest

7.3.1. and longest cave systems in the world

7.4. Included in these is the world’s largest cave chamber

7.4.1. the Sarawak Chamber

7.4.1.1. which is estimated large enough to hold 40 Boeing 747 aircraft

8. 3. Taman Negara

8.1. Taman Negara is reputed to be the oldest tropical rainforest in the world

8.2. this national park is teeming in wildlife

8.2.1. from rare plants to exotic birds

8.2.2. and scarce animals like

8.2.2.1. the Malayan Tiger

8.2.2.2. Asian elephant

8.2.2.3. and Sumatran Rhinoceros

8.3. One of the most popular things to do in Taman Negara is the Canopy Walk

8.3.1. a long suspension bridge high above the treetops

8.3.1.1. where visitors can walk and glimpse exotic birds

8.4. Guided night safaris are also available to see plants that only bloom at night

8.4.1. and nocturnal creatures like

8.4.1.1. owls

8.4.1.2. leopard cats

8.4.1.3. and water dragons

9. 4. Kota Kinabalu

9.1. It is The capital of the Sabah State in Malaysian Borneo

9.2. Kota Kinabalu is a fast-growing tourist destination

9.2.1. due to its close proximity to

9.2.1.1. tropical islands

9.2.1.2. rainforests

9.2.1.3. wildlife refuges

9.2.1.4. national parks

9.2.1.5. and Malaysia’s tallest peak, Mount Kinabalu

9.3. Commonly called KK by locals

9.3.1. Kota Kinabalu has a small city center, boasting a number of

9.3.1.1. landmarks

9.3.1.2. memorials

9.3.1.3. and an observatory

9.4. The Tunku Abdul Rahman Park features five small islands

9.4.1. that are ideal for

9.4.1.1. snorkeling

9.4.1.2. diving

9.4.1.3. and swimming