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Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia. It is located partly on a peninsula of the Asian mainland and partly on the northern one-third of the island of Borneo. It shares its borders with Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia and Brunei and has a coastline on the South China Sea and the Strait of Malacca. It's buoyant and wealthy, and has moved towards a pluralist culture based on a vibrant and interesting fusion of Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous cultures and customs.

Malaysia has a combined population of over 20 million people. Because of its central location, between the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea, Malaysia has traditionally been a meeting point for traders and travelers from both the East and West.

Peninsular Malaysia (Semenanjung Malaysia) occupies most of the Malayan Peninsula between Thailand and Singapore, and is also known as West Malaysia (Malaysia Barat) or the slightly archaic Malaya (Tanah Melayu). It is home to the bulk of Malaysia's population, including its capital and largest city Kuala Lumpur, and is generally more economically developed.
Central — modern-day urban Malaysia in the Klang Valley (Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Selangor)
East Coast — traditional and muslim, the islands here are glittering tropical jewels (Kelantan, Pahang and Terengganu)
North — Malaysia's mountainous spine (Kedah, Perak, Perlis) and its largest island, Penang
South — endless palm plantations and a dash of history (Johor, Malacca, Negeri Sembilan)

Some 500 kilometers to the east is East Malaysia (Malaysia Timur), which occupies the northern third of the island of Borneo, shared with Indonesia and tiny Brunei. Covered in impenetrable jungle where headhunters roam (on GSM networks if nothing else), East Malaysia is rich in natural resources but very much Malaysia's hinterland for industry and tourism.
Labuan — a tiny island turned offshore finance center
Sabah — superb scuba diving in Sipadan and the mighty Mount Kinabalu
Sarawak — jungles, national parks, headhunters and traditional longhouses

Most Popular Cities
Kuala Lumpur - the capital
Johor Bahru - gateway to Singapore
Ipoh - City of Great Food
Penang Island - Pearl Of The Orient (Sumptuous Delicacies)
Taiping - Pensioners' Paradise

Major Attractions in Malaysia
Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur
Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur
Merdeka Square, Kuala Lumpur
Chinatown - Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Sultan Abdul Samad Building,
Masjid Jamek, Kuala Lumpur
Central Market, Kuala Lumpur
Menara Kuala Lumpur Tower, Kuala Lumpur
Railway Station and Administration Building, Kuala Lumpur
Templer Park, Kuala Lumpur
Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur
National Mosque (Masjid Negara), Kuala Lumpur
Lake Gardens Park, Kuala Lumpur
National Museum, Kuala Lumpur
Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, Kuala Lumpur
Little India - Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Sri Mahamariamman, Kuala Lumpur
National Zoo, Kuala Lumpur
Pulai Waterfall, Johor Bahru
City Square (Dataran Bandaraya), Johor Bahru
Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar), Johor Bahru
Pasar Malam, Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru State Place, Johor Bahru

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11. Climate & Weather Myanmar has three seasons. 1. Cool Season - October through February with average temperatures 20-24 C, 2. Hot Season - March through May with average temperatures 30-35 C, 3. Wet Season - June through September with average temperatures 25-30 C. The ideal time to visit Myanmar is

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Sight seeing in Hong Kong is made easy for the visitors through variety of public transportation which can be termed as life line of Hong Kong Tourism. 1. Taxi Color coded taxis operate in different districts of Hong Kong. Fare, depending on districts, starts from HKD12 to 15 for the first two

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20. Religion The majority of the people of Myanmar are Buddhist although Christianity, Islam and Hinduism are also practiced. 21. Telecommunications Telephones & fax facilities are available in most hotels in Yangon and Mandalay but charges are quite expensive. E mail facilities are now available at many hotels and local businesses in Yangon

Nightlife of Hong Kong

Hong Kong provides a vibrant nightlife. Do not fight the temptation to join the party. Things to do: take a luxury night cruise over Victoria Harbor; visit pubs, bars, night clubs; or stroll in the bubbling streets with the locals. Don't just sit back and watch. I. Night Tour Do you fancy

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1. Airport Tax Any passengers departing Myanmar on international flights will need to pay a departure tax of US$ 10.00 per person. 2. Duty Free Allowance Two bottles of liquor; two cartons of cigarettes; 100 cigars; 1.5 lbs. of tobacco; and one pint bottle of perfume or eau de cologne. 3. Currency The monetary unit

Orientation Of Hong Kong

Hong Kong is conveniently divided into four parts. First there is Hong Kong Island, the original part of the colony on which stands Hong Kong Central, the city of Hong Kong. A short ferry ride across the harbour from the island is the Kowloon peninsula which is also totally city.

Fast Facts About Hong Kong

1. Telephone System Public telephones in Hong Kong belong to the following 6 types: Yellow telephone only for local calls: accepting 1- or 2- HKD coins Yellow telephone for international calls: accepting 1-, 2- or 5- HKD coins Silver telephone: accepting 1-, 2- or 5- HKD coins Telephone accepting magnetic cards and coins for international

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Myanmar is a Land of Festivals: a festival for every month of the year. Most festivals are cultural and religious. Majority are nation-wide celebrated while a few are distinctly regional. The dates of the festivals and special events are determined by the Lunar Year. 1. January • Kayin New Year celebrated on


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