Malaysia in Brief
Malaysia is a federal constitutional monarchy in Southeast Asia. It consists of thirteen states and three federal territories and has a total landmass of 329,847 square kilometers (127,350 sq mi) separated by the South China Sea into two similarly sized regions, Peninsular Malaysia and Malaysian Borneo. Land borders are shared with Thailand, Indonesia, and Brunei, and maritime borders exist with Singapore, Vietnam, and the Philippines. The capital city is Kuala Lumpur, while Putrajaya
is the seat of the federal government. In 2010 the population exceeded
27.5 million, with over 20 million living on the Peninsula.
Know Malaysia is to love Malaysia. A bubbling, bustling melting pot of races
and religions where Malays, Indians, Chinese and many other ethnic groups live
together in peace and harmony.
Multiculturalism has not only made Malaysia a
gastronomical paradise, it has also made Malaysia home to hundreds of colorful festivals. It's no wonder that we love celebrating and
socialising. As a people, Malaysians are very laid back, warm and
friendly.
Geographically, Malaysia is as
diverse as its culture.Malaysia is divided into 13 states and 3 Federal
Territories, separated by the South China Sea with 11 states and 2
federal territories (Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya) in Peninsular Malaysia
and two states and 1 federal territory (Labuan) in East Malaysia.
One
of Malaysia's key attractions is its extreme contrasts. Towering
skyscrapers look down upon wooden houses built on stilts, and five-star
hotels sit several meters away from ancient reefs.Cool hideaways are
found in the highlands that roll down to warm, sandy beaches and rich,
humid mangroves.
For the perfect holiday full of surprises, eclectic cultures and natural wonders, the time is now, the place is Malaysia.
* Further information on the country can also be obtained from the Malaysian government's official portal, www.malaysia.gov.my.
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