last edited Dec 11, 2019
What to See in Malaysia
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Malaysia has 5 sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites:
Peninsular Malaysia:
George Town (2008)
The multicultural capital of the island/state of Penang is a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the "Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca" for its outstanding architecture, blending colonial and Chinese styles.
The multicultural capital of the island/state of Penang is a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the "Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca" for its outstanding architecture, blending colonial and Chinese styles.
Malacca (2008)
This pleasant city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the "Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca" for its old quarters and buildings, notably constructed by the Portuguese and Dutch. It also boasts a large (and beautiful) Chinatown.
This pleasant city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the "Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca" for its old quarters and buildings, notably constructed by the Portuguese and Dutch. It also boasts a large (and beautiful) Chinatown.
Lenggong Valley (2012)
The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its archaeological heritage, which holds cultural but no tourist value.
The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its archaeological heritage, which holds cultural but no tourist value.
East Malaysia:
Mount Kinabalu (2000)
Located in the park of the same name, this is the highest peak in Borneo. You can climb it or enjoy trekking opportunities in the rest of the UNESCO-listed park, which is very popular with visitors.
Located in the park of the same name, this is the highest peak in Borneo. You can climb it or enjoy trekking opportunities in the rest of the UNESCO-listed park, which is very popular with visitors.
Gunung Mulu National Park (2000)
A UNESCO-listed gem, this remote and stunning location is renowned for its karst formations, caves, and rich wildlife and plant life. Hiking and caving are popular activities here.
A UNESCO-listed gem, this remote and stunning location is renowned for its karst formations, caves, and rich wildlife and plant life. Hiking and caving are popular activities here.
Peninsular Malaysia
Batu Caves
On the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, these caves "guarded" by the statue of Murugan, the god of war, and its 43 metres in height form the largest Hindu sanctuary outside India.
On the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, these caves "guarded" by the statue of Murugan, the god of war, and its 43 metres in height form the largest Hindu sanctuary outside India.
Cameron Highlands
This is a "hill station" nestled in beautiful landscapes, particularly tea plantations, popular with travellers. You can hike in the surrounding areas.
This is a "hill station" nestled in beautiful landscapes, particularly tea plantations, popular with travellers. You can hike in the surrounding areas.
Cherating
A small beach resort north of Kuantan with beautiful beaches, which draws crowds in season.
A small beach resort north of Kuantan with beautiful beaches, which draws crowds in season.
Fraser's Hill
This hill station still boasts some beautiful remnants of its colonial past. It’s primarily a great spot for birdwatching.
This hill station still boasts some beautiful remnants of its colonial past. It’s primarily a great spot for birdwatching.
Genting Highlands
This is the major leisure hub of Malaysia, featuring casinos, theme parks, and shopping areas.
This is the major leisure hub of Malaysia, featuring casinos, theme parks, and shopping areas.
George Town
The multicultural capital of the island/state of Penang is a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the "Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca" for its outstanding architecture, blending colonial and Chinese styles.
The multicultural capital of the island/state of Penang is a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the "Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca" for its outstanding architecture, blending colonial and Chinese styles.
Ipoh
The large city, capital of the state of Perak, offers visitors old colonial architecture districts, as well as several temples and caves in the nearby surroundings.
The large city, capital of the state of Perak, offers visitors old colonial architecture districts, as well as several temples and caves in the nearby surroundings.
Janda Baik
Just a short distance from the capital, this small "semi-highland" town and its surroundings are highly popular for the walks you can take there.
Just a short distance from the capital, this small "semi-highland" town and its surroundings are highly popular for the walks you can take there.
Johor Bahru
The major city in the south, bordering Singapore, offers several museums and religious buildings to visit.
The major city in the south, bordering Singapore, offers several museums and religious buildings to visit.
Kota Bharu
A large coastal city on the border with Thailand. The city has several museums and, in its immediate surroundings, various interesting temples.
A large coastal city on the border with Thailand. The city has several museums and, in its immediate surroundings, various interesting temples.
Kuala Kangsar
This royal town boasts several religious and colonial buildings alongside its small palaces.
This royal town boasts several religious and colonial buildings alongside its small palaces.
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia’s capital blends traditional Asian, colonial, and distinctly modern architecture (including the famous Petronas Towers), giving it its unique charm.
Malaysia’s capital blends traditional Asian, colonial, and distinctly modern architecture (including the famous Petronas Towers), giving it its unique charm.
Kuantan
A large city on the east coast of the Malay Peninsula with some beautiful nearby beaches, such as Teluk Cempedak.
A large city on the east coast of the Malay Peninsula with some beautiful nearby beaches, such as Teluk Cempedak.
Malacca
This pleasant city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the "Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca" for its old quarters and buildings, notably constructed by the Portuguese and Dutch. It also boasts a large (and beautiful) Chinatown.
This pleasant city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the "Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca" for its old quarters and buildings, notably constructed by the Portuguese and Dutch. It also boasts a large (and beautiful) Chinatown.
Mersing
On the southeast coast, it is the main departure port for, among others, the Tioman Islands. There are several beaches around the town.
On the southeast coast, it is the main departure port for, among others, the Tioman Islands. There are several beaches around the town.
Muar
A coastal city in southern Malaysia, between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, with various historical and religious buildings.
A coastal city in southern Malaysia, between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, with various historical and religious buildings.
Port Dickson
A popular beach resort south of Kuala Lumpur. Several old forts can be found in the surrounding area.
A popular beach resort south of Kuala Lumpur. Several old forts can be found in the surrounding area.
Lenggong Valley
The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its archaeological heritage, which holds cultural but no tourist value.
The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its archaeological heritage, which holds cultural but no tourist value.
Islands
Kapas
A small island off the east coast of the Malay Peninsula with beautiful beaches and diving opportunities.
A small island off the east coast of the Malay Peninsula with beautiful beaches and diving opportunities.
Langkawi
This is an archipelago of around a hundred islands off the west coast, just a few kilometres from Thailand. It’s well-known and loved by many visitors for its wild landscapes blending forests and cliffs, its beaches, and diving.
This is an archipelago of around a hundred islands off the west coast, just a few kilometres from Thailand. It’s well-known and loved by many visitors for its wild landscapes blending forests and cliffs, its beaches, and diving.
Pangkor
Just off the mainland, the island offers beautiful landscapes, beaches, and a great range of water activities.
Just off the mainland, the island offers beautiful landscapes, beaches, and a great range of water activities.
Penang
A large island off the west coast near the mainland. Beyond its UNESCO-listed capital George Town, its landscapes and beaches make it a popular destination for visitors and a highly touristic spot.
A large island off the west coast near the mainland. Beyond its UNESCO-listed capital George Town, its landscapes and beaches make it a popular destination for visitors and a highly touristic spot.
Perhentian
A stunning little paradise archipelago not far from Thailand, with magnificent white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and marine life perfect for diving. You can also hike through the forest on the main island.
A stunning little paradise archipelago not far from Thailand, with magnificent white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and marine life perfect for diving. You can also hike through the forest on the main island.
Redang
Next to the Perhentian Islands, this archipelago, with its main island of Redang, attracts a slightly more affluent clientele. Here too, the beach and diving are the two main attractions.
Next to the Perhentian Islands, this archipelago, with its main island of Redang, attracts a slightly more affluent clientele. Here too, the beach and diving are the two main attractions.
Tenggol
An island off the east coast with a few hotel complexes, beautiful beaches, and snorkeling opportunities.
An island off the east coast with a few hotel complexes, beautiful beaches, and snorkeling opportunities.
Tioman
A stunning volcanic island southeast of the peninsula, facing Mersing, renowned for its postcard-perfect beaches and diving. You can also enjoy some hiking amid lush vegetation, waterfalls, and small mountains.
A stunning volcanic island southeast of the peninsula, facing Mersing, renowned for its postcard-perfect beaches and diving. You can also enjoy some hiking amid lush vegetation, waterfalls, and small mountains.
Natural Heritage
Belum-Temengor
One of Malaysia’s last primary forests. It is home to tigers, elephants, rhinoceroses, bears, monkeys, snakes, and a vast array of birds.
One of Malaysia’s last primary forests. It is home to tigers, elephants, rhinoceroses, bears, monkeys, snakes, and a vast array of birds.
Lake Chini
Malaysia’s second-largest lake, southwest of Kuantan. Explore by pirogue or kayak, or hike in the surrounding area.
Malaysia’s second-largest lake, southwest of Kuantan. Explore by pirogue or kayak, or hike in the surrounding area.
Lake Kenyir
A popular artificial lake for fishing, water activities, and hiking, with waterfalls and caves in the surrounding area.
A popular artificial lake for fishing, water activities, and hiking, with waterfalls and caves in the surrounding area.
Endau Rompin National Park
At the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, this vast park offers trekking and rafting opportunities amid jungle, rivers, and waterfalls.
At the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, this vast park offers trekking and rafting opportunities amid jungle, rivers, and waterfalls.
Taman Negara National Park
A large forest park in the heart of the country where you can see tigers, elephants, rhinos, monkeys, and many birds. You can also hike, including at night, through stunning jungle landscapes.
A large forest park in the heart of the country where you can see tigers, elephants, rhinos, monkeys, and many birds. You can also hike, including at night, through stunning jungle landscapes.
East Malaysia
Sabah
Kota Kinabalu
The largest city and capital of the state of Sabah. It is particularly interesting for the diving and trekking opportunities in its surroundings.
The largest city and capital of the state of Sabah. It is particularly interesting for the diving and trekking opportunities in its surroundings.
Labuan
This small territory consists of one large island and six smaller ones off the coast of Brunei. It’s popular for its beaches, wreck diving, and its duty-free zone.
This small territory consists of one large island and six smaller ones off the coast of Brunei. It’s popular for its beaches, wreck diving, and its duty-free zone.
Layang Layang
Also known as Swallow Reef, this island 300 km west of Sabah’s coast is renowned for diving.
Also known as Swallow Reef, this island 300 km west of Sabah’s coast is renowned for diving.
Sandakan
This city on the northwest coast of Sabah has several religious buildings as well as a World War II memorial. But above all, it’s a great base for exploring the surrounding area.
This city on the northwest coast of Sabah has several religious buildings as well as a World War II memorial. But above all, it’s a great base for exploring the surrounding area.
Semporna
This coastal town near Kalimantan (Indonesia) is typically used by diving enthusiasts as a base for the nearby islands (Sipadan, Mabul).
This coastal town near Kalimantan (Indonesia) is typically used by diving enthusiasts as a base for the nearby islands (Sipadan, Mabul).
Sipadan
A small island in the northeast with stunning beaches. It is considered one of the world’s best diving spots.
A small island in the northeast with stunning beaches. It is considered one of the world’s best diving spots.
Natural Heritage
Gomantong Caves
A cave system located in the mountains of the same name. The main cave is known for housing enormous colonies of bats and swiftlets.
A cave system located in the mountains of the same name. The main cave is known for housing enormous colonies of bats and swiftlets.
Kinabatangan
At 560 km, it is Malaysia's second-longest river. You can navigate it and discover stunning landscapes, as well as the wildlife and communities living along its banks.
At 560 km, it is Malaysia's second-longest river. You can navigate it and discover stunning landscapes, as well as the wildlife and communities living along its banks.
Mount Kinabalu
Located in the park of the same name, this is the highest peak in Borneo. You can climb it or enjoy trekking opportunities in the rest of the UNESCO-listed park, which is very popular with visitors.
Located in the park of the same name, this is the highest peak in Borneo. You can climb it or enjoy trekking opportunities in the rest of the UNESCO-listed park, which is very popular with visitors.
Padas Gorges
Between Beaufort and Tenom, this gorge and its river, the Padas River, offer beautiful landscapes that can also be explored by train. The area is also renowned for rafting.
Between Beaufort and Tenom, this gorge and its river, the Padas River, offer beautiful landscapes that can also be explored by train. The area is also renowned for rafting.
Crocker Range National Park
This highland jungle area is renowned for trekking. It is home to various monkey species, including orangutans.
This highland jungle area is renowned for trekking. It is home to various monkey species, including orangutans.
Pulau Tiga National Park
This small park, formed by three islands off the northwest coast of Borneo, boasts beautiful beaches and excellent diving opportunities.
This small park, formed by three islands off the northwest coast of Borneo, boasts beautiful beaches and excellent diving opportunities.
Tawau Hills National Park
The park near the town of Tawau offers beautiful landscapes and hiking opportunities.
The park near the town of Tawau offers beautiful landscapes and hiking opportunities.
Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park
This marine park encompasses five islands near Kota Kinabalu. It is popular for its beaches and diving.
This marine park encompasses five islands near Kota Kinabalu. It is popular for its beaches and diving.
Sepilok
Near the port of Sandakan, Sepilok is a rehabilitation centre for orangutans. It is one of the most visited sites in this part of Malaysia.
Near the port of Sandakan, Sepilok is a rehabilitation centre for orangutans. It is one of the most visited sites in this part of Malaysia.
Turtle Islands
Three small islands near the Philippines grouped into a park where you can witness sea turtles nesting.
Three small islands near the Philippines grouped into a park where you can witness sea turtles nesting.
Danum Valley
Birds, orangutans and other monkeys, as well as elephants, bears, and rhinoceroses can be spotted here. The site is also ideal for hiking.
Birds, orangutans and other monkeys, as well as elephants, bears, and rhinoceroses can be spotted here. The site is also ideal for hiking.
Sarawak
Belaga
This large town is a good base for trekking and discovering the island's interior, from its wildlife and flora to the cultures and traditions of the local populations.
This large town is a good base for trekking and discovering the island's interior, from its wildlife and flora to the cultures and traditions of the local populations.
Kuching
The capital of Sarawak is the largest city on the whole of Borneo, with a blend of indigenous, Malay, and Chinese populations and cultures. It features several museums (including the Sarawak Museum) and historic districts.
The capital of Sarawak is the largest city on the whole of Borneo, with a blend of indigenous, Malay, and Chinese populations and cultures. It features several museums (including the Sarawak Museum) and historic districts.
Santubong Peninsula
This peninsula near Kuching offers hiking opportunities and beautiful beaches. It is also home to an open-air traditional museum.
This peninsula near Kuching offers hiking opportunities and beautiful beaches. It is also home to an open-air traditional museum.
Natural Heritage
Niah Caves
These caves, located in the park of the same name, are also an important prehistoric site.
These caves, located in the park of the same name, are also an important prehistoric site.
Kelabit Highlands
This mountainous inland area offers beautiful treks and the chance to climb several peaks. It’s also a great place to meet local communities.
This mountainous inland area offers beautiful treks and the chance to climb several peaks. It’s also a great place to meet local communities.
Bako National Park
A stunning site near Kuching where tropical forests, waterfalls, and deserted beaches come together. The jungle is home to many animal and plant species, and you can enjoy various treks.
A stunning site near Kuching where tropical forests, waterfalls, and deserted beaches come together. The jungle is home to many animal and plant species, and you can enjoy various treks.
Batang Ai National Park
On the border with Indonesian Kalimantan, this pretty park nestled around a lake is home to orangutans. You can also see traditional Iban houses here.
On the border with Indonesian Kalimantan, this pretty park nestled around a lake is home to orangutans. You can also see traditional Iban houses here.
Lambir Hills National Park
This small park of forests and waterfalls, near the border with Brunei, offers a variety of hikes.
This small park of forests and waterfalls, near the border with Brunei, offers a variety of hikes.
Gunung Mulu National Park
A UNESCO-listed gem, this remote and stunning location is renowned for its karst formations, caves, and rich wildlife and plant life. Hiking and caving are popular activities here.
A UNESCO-listed gem, this remote and stunning location is renowned for its karst formations, caves, and rich wildlife and plant life. Hiking and caving are popular activities here.
Similajau National Park
On the coast near Bintulu, this park offers numerous beaches, trekking opportunities, diving, boat trips, and wildlife spotting, including birds and crocodiles.
On the coast near Bintulu, this park offers numerous beaches, trekking opportunities, diving, boat trips, and wildlife spotting, including birds and crocodiles.
Rajang
It is the longest river in Malaysia. It serves as a communication route for western Sarawak, and you can discover many traditional villages by boat along its course.
It is the longest river in Malaysia. It serves as a communication route for western Sarawak, and you can discover many traditional villages by boat along its course.
Must-see & highly recommended
Gunung Mulu National Park
★★★★ A UNESCO-listed gem, this remote and stunning location is renowned for its karst formations, caves, and rich wildlife and plant life…
Taman Negara National Park
★★★★ A large forest park in the heart of the country where you can see tigers, elephants, rhinos, monkeys, and many birds. You can also hike…
Perhentian
★★★★ A stunning little paradise archipelago not far from Thailand, with magnificent white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and marine life…
Tioman
★★★★ A stunning volcanic island southeast of the peninsula, facing Mersing, renowned for its postcard-perfect beaches and diving. You can also…
Recommended
Batu Caves
★★★ On the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, these caves "guarded" by the statue of Murugan, the god of war, and its 43 metres in height form the…
Belum-Temengor
★★★ One of Malaysia’s last primary forests. It is home to tigers, elephants, rhinoceroses, bears, monkeys, snakes, and a vast array of…
Cameron Highlands
★★★ This is a "hill station" nestled in beautiful landscapes, particularly tea plantations, popular with travellers. You can hike in the…
George Town
★★★ The multicultural capital of the island/state of Penang is a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the "Historic Cities of the Straits of…
Langkawi
★★★ This is an archipelago of around a hundred islands off the west coast, just a few kilometres from Thailand. It’s well-known and loved…
Malacca
★★★ This pleasant city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the "Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca" for its old quarters and…
Bako National Park
★★★ A stunning site near Kuching where tropical forests, waterfalls, and deserted beaches come together. The jungle is home to many animal and…
Penang
★★★ A large island off the west coast near the mainland. Beyond its UNESCO-listed capital George Town, its landscapes and beaches make it a…
Sepilok
★★★ Near the port of Sandakan, Sepilok is a rehabilitation centre for orangutans. It is one of the most visited sites in this part of Malaysia.
Worth a look / Other
Desaru
★★ A beach resort east of Singapore. Among other activities, you can go diving there.
Fraser's Hill
★★ This hill station still boasts some beautiful remnants of its colonial past. It’s primarily a great spot for birdwatching.
Ipoh
★★ The large city, capital of the state of Perak, offers visitors old colonial architecture districts, as well as several temples and caves in…
Kelabit Highlands
★★ This mountainous inland area offers beautiful treks and the chance to climb several peaks. It’s also a great place to meet local…
Kinabatangan
★★ At 560 km, it is Malaysia's second-longest river. You can navigate it and discover stunning landscapes, as well as the wildlife and…
Kuala Lumpur
★★ Malaysia’s capital blends traditional Asian, colonial, and distinctly modern architecture (including the famous Petronas Towers)…
Kuching
★★ The capital of Sarawak is the largest city on the whole of Borneo, with a blend of indigenous, Malay, and Chinese populations and cultures…
Labuan
★★ This small territory consists of one large island and six smaller ones off the coast of Brunei. It’s popular for its beaches, wreck…
Lake Kenyir
★★ A popular artificial lake for fishing, water activities, and hiking, with waterfalls and caves in the surrounding area.
Mount Kinabalu
★★ Located in the park of the same name, this is the highest peak in Borneo. You can climb it or enjoy trekking opportunities in the rest of…
Pangkor
★★ Just off the mainland, the island offers beautiful landscapes, beaches, and a great range of water activities.
Batang Ai National Park
★★ On the border with Indonesian Kalimantan, this pretty park nestled around a lake is home to orangutans. You can also see traditional Iban…
Crocker Range National Park
★★ This highland jungle area is renowned for trekking. It is home to various monkey species, including orangutans.
Pulau Tiga National Park
★★ This small park, formed by three islands off the northwest coast of Borneo, boasts beautiful beaches and excellent diving opportunities.
Similajau National Park
★★ On the coast near Bintulu, this park offers numerous beaches, trekking opportunities, diving, boat trips, and wildlife spotting, including…
Tawau Hills National Park
★★ The park near the town of Tawau offers beautiful landscapes and hiking opportunities.
Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park
★★ This marine park encompasses five islands near Kota Kinabalu. It is popular for its beaches and diving.
Endau Rompin National Park
★★ At the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, this vast park offers trekking and rafting opportunities amid jungle, rivers, and waterfalls.
Rajang
★★ It is the longest river in Malaysia. It serves as a communication route for western Sarawak, and you can discover many traditional villages…
Redang
★★ Next to the Perhentian Islands, this archipelago, with its main island of Redang, attracts a slightly more affluent clientele. Here too…
Sibu
★★ A quiet little island in the southeast for diving.
Sipadan
★★ A small island in the northeast with stunning beaches. It is considered one of the world’s best diving spots.
Tenggol
★★ An island off the east coast with a few hotel complexes, beautiful beaches, and snorkeling opportunities.
Danum Valley
★★ Birds, orangutans and other monkeys, as well as elephants, bears, and rhinoceroses can be spotted here. The site is also ideal for hiking.
Alor Setar
★ This large city on the northwest coast has some interesting buildings and monuments.
Belaga
★ This large town is a good base for trekking and discovering the island's interior, from its wildlife and flora to the cultures and…
Cherating
★ A small beach resort north of Kuantan with beautiful beaches, which draws crowds in season.
Genting Highlands
★ This is the major leisure hub of Malaysia, featuring casinos, theme parks, and shopping areas.
Gomantong Caves
★ A cave system located in the mountains of the same name. The main cave is known for housing enormous colonies of bats and swiftlets.
Niah Caves
★ These caves, located in the park of the same name, are also an important prehistoric site.
Janda Baik
★ Just a short distance from the capital, this small "semi-highland" town and its surroundings are highly popular for the walks you can take…
Jeram Besu
★ These are rapids famous for rafting.
Johor Bahru
★ The major city in the south, bordering Singapore, offers several museums and religious buildings to visit.
Kapas
★ A small island off the east coast of the Malay Peninsula with beautiful beaches and diving opportunities.
Kota Belud
★ A small town in the northern part of Sabah state with a large open-air Sunday market.
Kota Bharu
★ A large coastal city on the border with Thailand. The city has several museums and, in its immediate surroundings, various interesting…
Kota Kinabalu
★ The largest city and capital of the state of Sabah. It is particularly interesting for the diving and trekking opportunities in its…
Kuala Kangsar
★ This royal town boasts several religious and colonial buildings alongside its small palaces.
Kuantan
★ A large city on the east coast of the Malay Peninsula with some beautiful nearby beaches, such as Teluk Cempedak.
Lake Chini
★ Malaysia’s second-largest lake, southwest of Kuantan. Explore by pirogue or kayak, or hike in the surrounding area.
Layang Layang
★ Also known as Swallow Reef, this island 300 km west of Sabah’s coast is renowned for diving.
Mabul
★ A small island near Sipadan known for its beaches and especially its diving.
Mersing
★ On the southeast coast, it is the main departure port for, among others, the Tioman Islands. There are several beaches around the town.
Muar
★ A coastal city in southern Malaysia, between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, with various historical and religious buildings.
Padas Gorges
★ Between Beaufort and Tenom, this gorge and its river, the Padas River, offer beautiful landscapes that can also be explored by train. The…
Lambir Hills National Park
★ This small park of forests and waterfalls, near the border with Brunei, offers a variety of hikes.
Pekan
★ This royal town has, in addition to its palace, a few other buildings worth visiting.
Santubong Peninsula
★ This peninsula near Kuching offers hiking opportunities and beautiful beaches. It is also home to an open-air traditional museum.
Poring
★ The small town east of Kota Kinabalu is popular with visitors for its hot springs.
Port Dickson
★ A popular beach resort south of Kuala Lumpur. Several old forts can be found in the surrounding area.
Sandakan
★ This city on the northwest coast of Sabah has several religious buildings as well as a World War II memorial. But above all, it’s a…
Semporna
★ This coastal town near Kalimantan (Indonesia) is typically used by diving enthusiasts as a base for the nearby islands (Sipadan, Mabul).
Simunjan
★ A small town near Kuching that once housed coal mines which can still be visited.
Turtle Islands
★ Three small islands near the Philippines grouped into a park where you can witness sea turtles nesting.
Lenggong Valley
★ The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its archaeological heritage, which holds cultural but no tourist value.