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The country of Malaysia is divided into three regions respectively known as Peninsular Malaysia, and Sabah and Sarawak in East Malaysia, which combines cultures of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and local minority to create a country full of Asian charm.

Food

With the cultural interweaving, Malaysia has developed a variety of unique food and snacks. Nasi Lemak is steamed rice mixed with coconut milk served with cucumber slices, roasted peanuts and boiled eggs, making it the national delicacy with a spicy taste with milk fragrance. Bak Kut Teh is a soup made from traditional Chinese medicine, spices and pork chops to provide a source of vitality for a day. Satay has always been regarded as one of the famous dishes of Malaysia, which is especially appetizing when the kebab is topped with special sauces with refreshing cucumbers and onions. Kway Teow soup is a soup base made from pork or chicken bones, which would be a delightful cuisine when it is complemented with rich ingredients such as noodles, fish balls, duck meat, or duck blood. Nyonya cakes are from the Baba Nyonya culture, which are colorful traditional pastries made of sticky rice as the base and mixed with plant juices or food ingredients. With so many varieties of delicacies, even the pickiest will find the one they like.

Tourism

Malaysia is a paradise for natural adventures. The primitive tropical rainforest in Royal Belum State Park, the wildlife sanctuary in Sabah, and the splendid underwater world in Sipadan, these rich natural resources allow travelers to experience the great difference between land and sea. Malaysia is also a shopping paradise. There are shopping malls such as Pavilion in Kuala Lumpur, Queensbay Mall in Penang, and KK Times Square in Sabah, etc. So don’t forget to prepare a shopping list in advance before visiting Malaysia.

Culture

Malaysia's multi-ethnic culture is displayed in religious beliefs, festivals, and urban streetscapes. It has Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism and Taoism features. It is the most religiously diverse country in Southeast Asia. In the urban areas, travelers can discover mosques, temples and churches that coexist harmoniously, along with religious events such as Christmas, Hari Raya, Vesak, and Deepavali which are also regarded as important festivals in Malaysia.

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