Malaysia is a booming tourist destination in Asia attracting tourists from across the world for its international standards of amenities and grandeur.
Malaysia tourist attractions offer a great diversity of tourist destinations. The top ten Malaysia Tourist attractions comprise of the high profile city of Kuala Lumpur, Lankawi, Malacca, Penang, several beaches, national parks and many more. In Malaysia a tourist will surely be bestowed with great hospitality of the friendly natives. While touring Malaysia one should not miss out the great experience of visiting Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia and other tourist destinations like Melacca, Georgetown etc. The ten most sought after tourist destinations in Malaysia has the name of Kuala Lumpur that tops the list.
Kuala Lumpur:
Gifted with rich heritage coupled with modernism, Kuala Lumpur is the only global city of Malaysia. This colorful city is located at the confluence of rivers Sungai Klang and Sungai Gombak and that is how it is supposed to have got its name.
Malacca:
Situated at the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, Malacca is rich in culture and heritage. A tourist will find an unique mix of the Malay culture with the Chinese culture here at Malacca. This is because of the huge infestation of the Chinese businessmen in this region of Malaysia.
Penang:
Penang is another popular Malaysia tourist attraction which presents an unique blend of eastern and western culture. The tourists like it because of the culinary delights that Penang offers which varies from Indian to Malay cuisines. One can see ancient Chinese architecture standing beside British style edifices portraying the blend of Asian as well as British culture in Penang.
Sabah:
Sabah is another top attraction in Malaysia that amazes the tourists with the presence of both island and beach. Nature lover's paradise Sabah will excite them with the picturesque beaches of Sipadan Island and the awe inspiring beauty of the peak of Mount Kinabalu.. A tourist can trek to the peak of the Mount Kinabalu and enjoy the breathtaking view from the peak. Sabah is also home to Kinabalu Park which is one of the United Nation's World Heritage Sites.
Langkawi:
One of the major attractions in Malaysia is Langkawi. The tropical rain forest of Langkawi is one of the major attractions for the foreign tourists. The natural reserves of the rain forests with its variety of flora and fauna continue to attract tourists from across the world.
Perlis:
Famous for its serene beauty, Perlis is the smallest state of Malaysia. Paddy fields, rural beauty make the place look even more picturesque.
Sarawak:
Sarawak is popularly known as the land of White Rajahs and is the largest state of Malaysia. Tourists who have a inclination towards adventure, cultural diversity and nature should must visit Sarawak.
Terengganu:
Terrengganu is the center of Malaysian cultural heritage. The place attracts the tourists for the famous "Ulek Mayang" dance that it boasts. Small villages, beaches and islands add to the beauty of Terrengganu.
Nageri Sembilian:
Nageri Sembilian is a federation of nine states and is located on the Southwest corner of Malaysian Penninsula. It continues to be one of the major Malaysian attractions because of the natural beauty that it boasts.
Kelantan:
Rustic fishing villages and serene beaches add to the attractions of Kelantan which attracts tourists from everywhere.
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Central Maket Also called Pasar Seni or Pasar Budaya, Central Market is actually one of the main attractions in Kuala Lumpur. It is located along Jalan Kasturi, Opposite the Dayabumi Complex. This indoor marketplace is housed in an old building that was built by the British, in 1888. Earlier it used to be a wet market for the city inhabitants. Later it was revamped and expanded several times, though it took its final structure in 1933. During 1970's, the Malaysian Heritage Society acclaimed the building as a 'Heritage Site' when its demolition was intended. 