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Malaysia is one of the most pleasant, hassle-free countries to visit in southeast Asia. It's buoyant and wealthy, and has moved towards a pluralist culture based on a vibrant and interesting fusion of Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous cultures and customs.
Malaysia's love of Western-style industrialisation is abundantly clear in its big cities. Aside from the gleaming glass towers of the 21st Century, though, Malaysia boasts some of the most superb beaches, mountains and national parks in Asia.
Travel Warning: Don't Go to Eastern Sabah
The islands and coastal areas of Eastern Sabah are considered very dangerous for foreigners, who are at high risk of being kidnapped by terrorist groups.
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Fast Facts
Country Full Name
Federation of Malaysia
Population
23,000,000
Currency
Name: Malaysian Ringgit
Code: MYR
Symbol: RM
Electrical Plugs
240V 50Hz
Languages Spoken
Official: Malay
Time Zones
GMT/UTC +8
Country Dialing Code
+60
Weights & Measures
Metric
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