5 Interesting Facts About Malaysia - All things fascinating about the Southeast Asian nation

While all people of Malaysia call themselves Malaysians, a number of ethnicities make up Malaysians as a whole, making the Southeast Asian nation one big melting pot. The cultural diversity here is absolutely mind-blowing and is a national treasure in itself. Malays make up 55% of the population while the Chinese and Indians make up 25% and 10% respectively. The rest is referred to as “Dan Lain Lain” — a local term referring to the minority ethnicities collectively, so quintessential of its multicultural background.

Dating back an impressive 130 million years, Taman Negara in Pahang on the Malay peninsula is a vast national park and is considered the oldest tropical rainforest in the world. The sprawling nature reserve is a popular adventure destination among locals and tourists alike for its incredible canopy walkway, river trips and treks through the jungle to the top of Mt. Tahan. The park is also home to some of the most elusive wildlife, such as the Malayan tiger, the crab-eating macaque, Sumatran rhinos and even Asian elephants

Among all sorts of travellers headed to Malaysia, longing foodies are sure to be absolutely spoiled for choice. From makeshift roadside street food stalls to atmospheric cafes and fine dining restaurants, all foods and drink establishments add to make the Southeast Asian nation a foodie capital of the world. Those craving authentic experiences can find their slice of bliss in an assortment of traditional dishes while other exotic cuisines and dishes also await your indulgence. 

With a diameter as long as 1 metre, Rafflesia arnoldii is the largest flower in the world, another natural treasure that adds to the wonders of the Southeast Asian nation of Malaysia. The giant red flower, which is dotted with white spots, makes it a perfect shot for your Malaysia photo dump. After a day of exploring the beautiful wonders of nature, vacationing tourists could retreat to a fine two-bedroom serviced apartment in Kuala Lumpur such as the PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur, and call it a day.

Standing guard over the city of Kuala Lumpur, dominating the glimmering skyline, the architecturally magnificent Petronas Twin Towers need no introduction. The most iconic Kuala Lumpur landmark is something almost every tourist in the bustling metropolis looks forward to. At 452 metres high, one could imagine the architectural magnificence that is imparted to the cityscape, and the mind-blowing city views afforded at the top of the towers are absolutely unmissable.