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When mentioning Malaysia, one immediately thinks of luxurious, bustling cities, vast expanses of green rice fields, and pristine, refreshing beaches. If you're considering a Malaysia travel tour in March, then explore the fantastic destinations that Mytour suggests below.
Embark on a journey to these 4 states and be captivated by the tranquil, peaceful landscapes, along with rich traditional culture and tantalizing cuisines.
Malaysia and the Wonderful Destinations for March
Exploring Johor
Johor is a state located at the southern tip of the Malaysian peninsula, bordering Singapore. It's also a favorite destination with vibrant amusement parks and bustling shopping centers. In addition to the well-known amusement parks in Johor like Legoland Resort, Angry Birds Activity Park, Sanrio Hello Kitty Town,... travelers should not miss the offshore islands near Mersing city, in the northern part of Johor state.
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- Dayang Island: is one of the famous islands of Mersing city and also the ideal diving destination in Malaysia. The marine life here is incredibly diverse with stingrays, whales, and sharks.
- Rawa Island: is famous for its coral reefs and pristine white beaches. Here, tourists can engage in extremely exciting diving activities. If lucky, you might even spot blacktip reef sharks off the coast of Rawa Island.
- Tengah Island: boasts crystal-clear waters of the ocean and is an ideal spot for swimming or sunbathing. It's also home to the renowned Batu Batu natural resort.
Discover Penang
Located in the northern part of the Malaysian peninsula, Penang consists of two parts: Penang Island and the mainland area on the peninsula, connected by two bridges: Penang Bridge 1 and 2, with Penang Bridge 2 being the longest bridge in Southeast Asia.
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When visiting Penang, tourists can explore interesting museums such as:
- Camera Museum: Located in Penang, this museum is known as the first camera museum in Southeast Asia.
- Tun Dato' Sri Tan Cheng Lock Museum: This historical house is where Tun Dato' Sri Tan Cheng Lock (Tan Chong Seng) planned to overthrow the Manchu dynasty. Besides its historical significance, the building is also an architectural masterpiece with many parts remaining intact since its construction around 1880.
- Wonderfood Museum Penang: This museum is dedicated to showcasing the unique cuisine of Penang. Famous dishes like Asam Laksa, Nasi Lemak, Ais Kacang,... are crafted with maximum size and attractive colors, attracting a large number of tourists to visit and take photos.
Exploring Langkawi
Langkawi is a renowned island destination for Malaysia travel, with iconic attractions such as the majestic eagle statue, the Skybridge suspension bridge towering at 100 meters high, and Tanjung Rhu Beach – a famous beach voted by CNN as one of the 50 most beautiful beaches in the world in 2016.
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If you're a fan of adventurous sports activities, don't miss out on the following destinations when visiting Langkawi:
- Skytrex Adventure - the first adventure theme park in Malaysia, where visitors can experience forest canopy adventures by swinging, flying, gliding, and sliding to overcome obstacles.
- Langkawi Canopy Adventures located at Gunung Raya – the highest mountain in Langkawi, home to over 400 species of plants and diverse wildlife such as flying squirrels, wild boars, civets, and over 40 species of snakes. Travelers will conquer the 890m high mountain and admire the majestic surrounding nature.
- Langkawi Jet ski Tour will offer travelers a fresh experience of exploring Langkawi on a jet ski. You can either drive yourself or have a guide accompany you.
Perak
Perak Darul Ridzuan is the second largest state in the Malaysian peninsula. It is a land of abundance, boasting magnificent tropical natural beauty and rich, captivating cultural history.
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And when visiting Ipoh city, travelers cannot miss out on the diverse culinary delights such as Hakka noodles, Ipoh Chee Cheong Fun (a type of rice noodle roll served with sweet and spicy sauce), Ipoh-style Hainanese chicken rice, and especially Ipoh white coffee.
If you love exploration, Perak offers travelers a diverse range of travel experiences from cultural and historical sites such as Kong Heng Square, Ipoh Old Town, Concubine Lane, Ipoh Railway Station, and Pangkor Island Resort. Alternatively, you can explore nature at the Royal Belum State Park or Kinta Valley Nature Park.
