Malaysia Attractions

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Kuala Selangor Nature Park, Malaysia

Malaysia is located in the heart of Asia. The country is one of the leading tourist destinations in Asia. It attracts numerous tourists from all over the world during the year. Kuala Selangor Nature Park in Malaysia is a popular tourist attraction.

Kuala Selangor Nature Park in Malaysia is situated in the pretty, peaceful town of Kuala Selangor on the banks of the scenic Selangor River. The Nature Park is one of the major attractions in the town of Kuala Selangor.

The nature park in Kuala Selangor is developed and maintained by the Malaysian Nature Society under a cooperative arrangement with State Government of Selangor. During the months of September and March, which usually happens to be the season of migration, the lakes and ponds are filled with shorebirds such as plovers, Greenshank, Redshank and various species of sandpiper traveling the migration route of the East-Asian Flyway. These migratory birds then head south to Australia.

A bird that deserves special mention is the Milky Stork. An active breeding program is conducted with Zoo Negara in a specially constructed aviary next to the main lake. Visitors are not allowed inside the aviary but the birds are clearly visible nesting in the enclosure. It is a hope and popular belief that upon release of these captive-bred storks so that they will choose Kuala Selangor as their permanent home.

Kuala Selangor Nature Park in Malaysia has over 200 hectares of secondary immature forest. You could take a walk along the well worn trail where the sun streams through and breaks in the canopy. While you take a walk, keep an eye open for the lizards and shrinks warming themselves. You would also come across popular forest birds such as woodpeckers, bulbuls, sunbirds and malkohas.

Visitors at the Kuala Selangor Nature Park in Malaysia are sure to come across the Slivered Leaf Monkey also known as the Silver Langur. Troops of these large, grey-black, long-tailed monkeys can be heard crashing through the trees, scaring away the more timid bird species. The monkeys also scare the guests living at the base of Bukit Melawati at the northern edge of the park where they come in search of ripened fruits.

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Kundang Lake, Selangor, Malaysia

Kundang Lake, Selangor, Malaysia is one of the many lakes of the country, which are known for their enthralling and mesmerizing natural beauty. Actually Kundang Lake was a discarded tin mine that was later on transformed into a state of the art recreational playground for water sports, 4WD and fishing enthusiasts. The lake is also a popular picnic spot which is crowded during weekends and festivals.

If you love adventure sports and activities, then make it a point to visit the park. Here you can participate in water sports like water scooter, windsurfing and water skiing and the lake also has special arrangements for the off-road adventure lovers. Located near the lake is a motocross and 4WD, which will challenge your driving skills. Apart from the adventure seekers, the anglers will also have plenty to do in the lake. The lake is an angler's paradise; the fish-rich waters of the lake are perfect for a good catch.

The lake is surrounded by verdant greenery and the overall ambience of the lake and its adjoining area is peaceful and serene. It is because of this reason that the Kundang Lake has become of one of the favorite picnic spots of the region.

The Kundang Lake is conveniently located. After reaching the Rawang railway station, you can either opt for the regular bus service to take you to your desired destination or you can also hire a taxi from the Rawang Town and reach the place.

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Lang's Cave, Malaysia

The Lang's Cave in Malaysia is named after a person who it is believed to have discovered the caves. The Lang's Cave in Malaysia lies just opposite to the Deer Cave. This cave is relatively young compared to the other show caves in Malaysia.

In spite of being one the smallest show caves in Malaysia, the rock formations inside are well worth a look. The rock formations are made more attractive to the visitors by strategically positioning spotlights that highlight stalactites and stalagmites. Since the cave is relatively small but well lit, it offers good opportunities to see some of its inhabitants such as bats, swiftlets and even cave-dwelling snakes.

The Lang's Cave in Malaysia is not as big as the other show caves as mentioned earlier. As a result visitors find it much easier to have more in depth look at the different formations and to also photograph them. Lang's Cave is also a very beautiful cave but you might have an unnerving feeling that the cave is alive and growing.

An illuminated path leads through the cave to the Garden of Eden where you would come across a huge sinkhole. This is where the cave roof has collapsed.
The area is covered with rich vegetation which has flourished in the sunlight. The garden delights all visitors who come out from the gloom of the caves.

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Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary, Malaysia


Malaysia is blessed with the abundance of wonderful natural beauties. One of favorite tourist destinations in Malaysia is Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary, Malaysia. Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary of Malaysia is located in the southwestern part of Sarawak. It is one of the places that is enriched with spectacular natural beauties and is one of the tourist attractions in Malaysia.

Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary in Malaysia is one of the most beautiful sanctuaries. Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary Malaysia is spread over a sprawling area of 170,000 hectares. In 1983, the sanctuary was primarily gazetted as a reserve for the Orang Utangs, but since then it has remained a comparatively unfamiliar territory.

A visit to Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary of Malaysia will pamper you with lush greenery and vast forest regions. Here you will find a huge variety of flora and fauna. This is a favorite spot for nature lovers and adventurers.

This sanctuary mainly consists of steep and rugged terrains that are scattered with hills and ridges. These averagely are over 300 meter in height. You will find vertically sloped valleys sporting a narrow V-shaped look. Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary receives a high level of priority as it is being developed to be a Totally Protected Area.

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Maliau Basin, Malaysia

Malaysia is blessed with the abundance of wonderful natural beauties. One of favorite tourist destinations in Malaysia is Maliau Basin, Malaysia. Maliau Basin of Malaysia is located in south-central Sabah. This famous place is situated about 40 kilometers north of the border of Indonesia. It is one of the places that is enriched with spectacular natural beauties and is one of the tourist attractions in Malaysia.

Only a few places in Southeast Asia can stand the beauty of Maliau Basin in Malaysia. The real beauty of Maliau Basin lies largely in the fact that most of its areas are yet to be explored. There are no human inhabitants in the region. Maliau Basin Malaysia is spread over a sprawling area of 390 square kilometers and has a maximum diameter of 25 kilometers. Mt. Lotung, (1900 meters) is the highest point in Maliau Basin. Most parts of the basin wear a remote and rugged look. The 1500 meters steep slope has made the basin hard to surmount.

A visit to Maliau Basin of Malaysia will pamper you with lush greenery and vast forest regions. Here you will find a huge variety of flowers and plants. The basin is host to a series of scenic waterfalls like Maliau Falls and others. You can also experience animals like pythons, clouded leopard, proboscis monkey, barking deer, wild pigs and much more.

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Mount Keriang Recreational Park, Kedah, Malaysia

Mount Keriang Recreational Park, Kedah, Malaysia is situated at a distance of 10 km from Alor Setar. The park is a haven for trekkers and campers and it is also a paradise for nature lovers as the park is set against enthralling natural beauty. This the best place to enjoy your vacation along with your family and friends. Here you can relax, rest and enjoy the spectacular natural beauty that surround the place.

If love adventure then, Mount Keriang Recreational Park is the right destination for you. Here you can participate in numerous activities that include trekking and hiking. The park also boasts of camping facilities, there are numerous camping sites where you can camp along with your family and friends and have the vacation of your life.

There are other attractions that are located in near vicinity of the park. For example if you love to explore cave, then you do not need to worry as Gua Keriang, which is a cave is situated in close proximity to the park. And if you abhor caves and dark places, then you can visit the Padi Museum that is also situated near the park. Apart from these options you can also sit at the park or enjoy a grand afternoon siesta at the park.

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Mount Kinabalu, Malaysia

Malaysia is a country that is renowned for its geographical and cultural diversity. The country is renowned for its countless natural attractions, which includes verdant rainforests and spectacular mountain ranges. Mount Kinabalu, Malaysia is one of the most significant natural attractions of the country. Mount Kinabalu or Gunung Kinabaluu is not only an important mountain peak in Malaysia but also in the entire Southeast Asia. The mountain is situated in the Kinabaluu National Park, which is itself a world heritage site, in the east Malaysian state of Sabah.

During a survey conducted in the year 1997, which used a satellite, it was found out that the height of the mountain was actually 4,095 meters. In fact the mountain is considered to be the tallest in Southeast Asia in between Himalayan ranges in Myanmar and the island of New Guinea and subsequently Mount Kinabalu is also the tallest mountain peak in Malaysia.

Mount Kinabalu is also one of the major biological sites of the country as the mountain and its adjoining feature a wide array of flora. If you are a rock climber then you can definitely opt for a tour of the mountain as you can easily climb the mountain. In order to climb the mountain you need no mountaineering equipments, the only thing you require is good physical condition.