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Regions of Malaysia
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Peninsular Malaysia
Also known as Peninsular Malaysia. Between Thailand and Singapore, this long peninsula is home to the capital Kuala Lumpur, former British trading posts (starting with Penang Island), several parks and interesting natural sites, as well as numerous islands, some of which have gained a reputation for beaches, diving, and water activities in general.
East Malaysia
Far less visited than the peninsular part, East Malaysia occupies the northern part of the island of Borneo with the states of Sarawak and Sabah. It is a sparsely populated region (15% of Malaysia’s population for 60% of its territory) made up of tropical rainforests and high terrain that can exceed 4,000 meters in altitude. Unsurprisingly, it primarily attracts nature and adventure enthusiasts.