Attractions in Malaysia
kuala lumpur
KL (as it's almost universally known) is a federal territory, directly under the control of the Malaysian federal government. The city's urban sprawl extends well beyond the boundaries of the territory into surrounding Selangor state, particularly along the Klang Valley - the powerhouse of the Malaysian economy, where much of the city's workforce and industry resides.
penang
Pulau Penang (Penang Island) is the oldest of the British Straits settlements in Malaysia, predating both Singapore and Melaka. Penang's capital city, Georgetown, is often referred to as Penang.
Penang state also encompasses a narrow strip of mainland coast known as Seberang Perai, although there's very little to see or do other than change buses or trains in the main town of Butterworth.
cameron highlands
Attractions include jungle walks, waterfalls, tours of tea plantations and beautiful gardens. The cool weather tempts visitors to exertions like golf, tennis, and long walks, normally forgotten at sea level - but this is really Malaysia's R 'n' R capital par excellence for those who don't like the beach and enjoy a bout of colonial nostalgia.
malacca
The most imposing relic of the Dutch period in Melaka is the massive red town hall and governors' residence, built between 1641 and 1660 and believed to be the oldest Dutch building in the East.