4 reasons to explore Malaysia in 2015

Malaysia is a country known for its rich and diverse culture, ancient history, and its people, who are gentle and friendly.

4 reasons to explore Malaysia in 2015

Malaysia is widely regarded by many travelers as an ideal destination to visit in the Asian region. Below are the reasons to convince you to embark on a journey to this country.

A land of cultural convergence

Adjacent to Singapore – a modern and relatively young nation – Malaysia boasts a deeper sense of history and a diverse culture, with its gentle and friendly people. Dating back around 1,500 years ago, the Kingdom of Malay in the Bujang Valley welcomed traders from China and India since ancient times.

Later, Arab traders arrived here and began to assimilate Islamic customs. Malaysia's cultural model is a blend of various countries, with the strongest influences still being China and India.

You can find temples located near mosques or churches. Christmas is also considered an important event similar to the traditional Lunar New Year. Many tourists even prefer to call it the “cradle of cultural convergence” when describing Malaysia.

Various unique festivals

Every year, Malaysia welcomes numerous different festivals, carrying the traditions and cultures of various religions. For example, there are Ghost Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival, along with ceremonies honoring the nine emperor gods, Wesak (Buddha's Birthday), or the Kaamatan Festival to give thanks for the bountiful harvest.

In the plan to attract tourists next year, this country has set the goal of the “Year of Festivals” and actively developing more events. The expected list includes festivals related to music such as the World Rainforest Music Festival or Kuala Lumpur Contemporary Arts, Kuala Lumpur Cultural Arts…

Beautiful beaches

Malaysia boasts mesmerizing destinations with crystal-clear waters in islands and archipelagos like Penang, Langkawi, or Perhentian. The top tourist attraction remains Penang – known as the “Pearl of the Orient”.

In Penang, tourists should not miss Batu Ferringhi Beach – a paradise with smooth white sands and numerous top hotel brands and resorts. This beach is about a 20-minute drive or bus ride from George Town.

Visa exemption

As part of the visa exemption bloc, tourists visiting Malaysia can stay for up to 30 days. Therefore, you can come here anytime during the year and enjoy exploring this beautiful land. Transportation, dining, and accommodation services in Malaysia are also quite easy and convenient for the majority of tourists.

Source: VnExpress

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Reference: Travel Guide by Mytour