Malaysia

Malaysia CoastlineMalaysia, renowned historically as “The British Indies” and “The Fabled Spice Islands of the East” and located just north of Singapore and south of Thailand, is made up of two regions - Peninsular Malaysia comprising of 11 states and East Malaysia comprising of two states, Sabah and Sarawak. Malaysia is a multiracial country and the population is made up mostly of Malays, Chinese, Indians and numerous indigenous people living in peace and perfect harmony. Mutual respect of each other’s culture, traditions, religious belief and way of live offer a potpourri of colorful festivals and opportunities for perennial celebrations.

Before independence in 1957, Malaya, as the country was then known, was colonized by the Portuguese, Dutch and finally the British. Relics of her colonial past has left behind a legacy that has lured many visitors to return to its shore for many decades. Whilst the inevitable development of the 20th century has changed the skyline of major cities, the country’s urban areas still retain the sentiment of a bygone era - where modern buildings and businesses flourished side by side with historical structure and small traders. Malaysia’s unspoiled tropical forests, magnificent mountains and rich flora and fauna are also pronounced among the best in this part of the world.

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