Malaysia

Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country occupying parts of the Malay Peninsula and the island of Borneo. It's known for its beaches, rainforests and mix of Malay, Chinese, Indian and European cultural influences. The capital, Kuala Lumpur, is home to colonial buildings, busy shopping districts such as Bukit Bintang and skyscrapers such as the iconic, 451m-tall Petronas Twin Towers.

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Dynamic cities, fabulous food, beautiful beaches, idyllic islands and national parks with wildlife-packed rainforests – all of this can be found in Malaysia.

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Malaysia is a mix of the modern world and a developing nation. With its investment in the high technology industries and moderate oil wealth, it has become one of the richest nations in Southeast Asia. Malaysia, for most visitors, presents a happy mix: there is high-tech infrastructure and things generally work well and more or less on schedule, but prices remain more reasonable than, say, Singapore.

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Traveling in Malaysia is easy, affordable, and exciting! Malaysia's generous visa policy gives travelers from the U.S., Canada, and European Union up to 90 days to explore Kuala Lumpur, the rainforests (including a side trip to Borneo), and the many beautiful islands on both sides of the country.

Thailand — Malaysia's big neighbor to the north — gets more attention from tourists. A lot of travelers skip Malaysia altogether during their trips to Southeast Asia. Sadly, they're missing out: Malaysia welcomes everyone with a diverse mix of culture that is different from anyplace else.

Traveling in Malaysia provides opportunities to sample culture from a mix of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous people all in one place. Kuala Lumpur is a melting pot of Middle Eastern, South Asian, and many other cultures. You'll get to experience food, festivals, music, and traditions from many different ethnic groups — all in one place!

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