Malaysia Travel Guide
Preparation
- Visa: Chinese citizens can enjoy a 30-day visa-free stay, but must fill out an entry card on the official Malaysia Electronic Entry Card website 3 days in advance.
- Items: Prepare summer clothes, sunscreen, rain gear, common medicines, British standard plug adapters, etc.
- Currency and payment: Prepare an appropriate amount of Malaysian Ringgit cash, or bring a Visa card or UnionPay card. Many places also support Alipay.
- SIM card: You can buy one at the airport or at a city center operator store, such as Celcom, Maxis, etc.
- Transportation: Download the Grab ride-hailing app for convenient travel.
Attractions
- Kuala Lumpur: The Petronas Twin Towers are a landmark of Kuala Lumpur, and you can take photos around them; the Kuala Lumpur Tower offers a panoramic view of the city; the National Mosque is a magnificent building; Batu Caves is a Hindu temple with many painted statues; Bukit Bintang is a popular shopping area; and Independence Square is of historical significance.
- Penang: The City Hall and Bank Street buildings are full of European style; St. George's Church is quaint and exquisite; the Pinang Peranakan Mansion is a magnificent building; the Clan Jetties are a unique stilted wooden house village; Penang Hill offers a panoramic view of George Town; and Batu Ferringhi Beach is a great place to watch the sunset.
- Malacca: The Stadthuys is the oldest Dutch building in Southeast Asia; Jonker Street is the busiest street in Malacca; and the Straits Mosque is built on the sea and offers beautiful scenery.
- Kota Kinabalu: Tanjung Aru Beach is one of the top three sunset spots in the world; the University of Sabah has a unique pink landscape; and there are many beautiful islands such as Mantanani Island and Tiga Island for island hopping.
- Semporna: Surrounded by beautiful islands such as Kapalai Island and Mataking Island, it is a paradise for diving and island vacations.
Food
- Nasi Lemak: Malaysia's national dish, served with fried fish, fried anchovies, fried peanuts, and a large chicken leg, with a rich flavor.
- Char Kway Teow: A Penang specialty fried noodle dish, rice noodles with abalone sauce, onions, eggs, shrimp, etc., with a strong wok aroma.
- Roti Canai: Served with chicken or lamb curry, with a rich aroma.
- Laksa: Penang Laksa is a fish soup noodle dish with a sour and spicy taste.
- Bak Kut Teh: A Chinese-style stew with pork bones, herbs, and spices, with a tender texture.
Accommodation
- Kuala Lumpur: It is recommended to stay near the Petronas Twin Towers, such as the InterContinental Hotel or Wyndham Suites, for convenient travel, shopping, and dining.
- Penang: The George Hotel in George Town has convenient facilities and is close to World Heritage sites; you can also choose the Shangri-La Hotel by the sea to enjoy the sea view and sunset.
- Kota Kinabalu: You can choose a hotel near the sea in the city center, such as the Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort, or a hotel close to the island hopping pier for easy access to the islands.
- Semporna: The Lighthouse Hotel and Pali Hotel in town are close to the pier and convenient for travel; you can also choose a resort on the island, such as Kapalai Resort or Mataking Coral Resort, to enjoy a relaxing island vacation.