Malaysia should never miss in your list when planning to go for a vacation in Southeast Asia. And this doesn’t come as a surprise considering Malaysia consists of a bit of everything. It boasts lovely beaches, lush vegetation with the jungle and tea plantations, not forgetting modern metropolises.
What makes Malaysia standout from other nations in Southeast Asia is the coexistence of different cultures there. Malaysia is a multi-ethnic state and that is clearly visible in the architecture as well as the culinary art of the country. In this blog article, we let you in on what exactly awaits you on a trip to Malaysia.
What to Expect
Before delving into the best places to visit in Malaysia, it is worth mentioning what you should expect during your trip. In a nutshell, Malaysia is a melting point of culture. A variety of nationalities in the next door to each other in Malaysia. Next to the Hindu temple is the mosque, you hear the muezzin while you watch a Buddhist temple ceremony and Chinese restaurants are lined up alongside Indian restaurants. What we are trying to imply is that Malaysia is a multi-ethnic state.
The Best Time to Travel to Malaysia
An important point to note is that the climate in Malaysia is tropical. That means you should be ready for rainfall, high temperatures and high humidity all year round. Only some of the more mountainous regions are an exception to this.
There a re two seasons in Malaysia i.e., the dry season and rainy season. The dry season or rainy season occurs in different months depending on the region. Keep in mind rain showers are also common in the dry season.
The ideal time to plan a trip to Malaysia depends on the region you want too visit. For instance in the Malay Peninsula, West Coast, the rainy season is not so pronounced here. In fact, you can actually travel the West Coast of the Malay Peninsula all year round. You can expect a small spike in rainfall during the months of April and October.
Either way, you should research about the best places to visit in Malaysia before commencing your trip. Among the most popular ones include Kuala Lumpur, Cameron Highlands, Georgetown, Islands, and Borneo, to mention a few. Be sure to plan for your trip in advance to avoid leaving any stones unturned.
