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Urgent!!! Malaysia's customs and architectural features!

Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia, the political, economic, cultural and transportation center of the country, located in the west-central part of Peninsular Malaysia, with an area of 244 square kilometers and a population of about 1.5 million people, it is the largest city in Malaysia, and the only city in the country with a population of more than one million people, which is fondly referred to by the locals as 'K ? L'. Kuala Lumpur, which means 'muddy estuary' in Malay, was opened in the mid-19th century when Chinese Yap Teck Lai led a team of settlers up the Klang River to mine tin, and a bazaar gradually formed here. In 1880, the British took over the area and it gradually developed into a large city. Today, Kuala Lumpur is bounded by the Klang River, with government offices, parks and banks in the western half of the city and commercial and residential areas in the eastern half. Kuala Lumpur has a modern urban infrastructure, a beautiful and clean cityscape, high-rise buildings, but also a variety of styles of old buildings and tall, lush bush forests, modern atmosphere and traditional landscape coexist, making this famous Malay city unique. The main attractions of Kuala Lumpur are:

1 . Royal PalaceThe Royal Palace, located south of the railway station, is the residence of the head of state. The golden-domed building has a strong Arabian style, and many visitors come here to see its beautiful appearance and take photographs.

2 . Parliament Building The Parliament Building is a magnificent 18-storey building, built after Malaysia's independence, combining modern architecture and traditional cultural flavors. Visitors are required to obtain prior authorization from the relevant authorities to visit the building.

3 . National Museum Near Lakeside Park is a three-storey Malay Kedah-style building, which houses Malaysian historical artifacts, artworks, handicrafts, ancient coins, and displays the lifestyle, costumes, and rituals of all generations since 1409.

4 . National Mosque Located on Sultan Avenue, the National Mosque is the largest mosque in Southeast Asia. The whole building is pure white, with a total area of 5.5 hectares. The central building is 73 meters high, with a domed roof with pointed corners and a central hall that can accommodate 8,000 people. The roof consists of 49 large and small domes, the largest of which is 45 meters in diameter. Behind the mosque there is a mausoleum where the 'national heroes' of Islam are buried, and according to the regulations, only those who have served as prime ministers or deputy prime ministers who have passed away in office are allowed to rest here. On Friday mornings, many devotees come here to pray. Shoes must be removed to enter the chapel, and women must wear a black veil at the door before entering.

5. The Lakeside Park, located near Manjamar Road in the southern part of Kuala Lumpur city, has a lush forest surrounding two lakes, green grass for picnics, rest, and visitors can also rent a boat to explore the lake.

6 . The Zoo and Aquarium is located on the road to Ulu Pasang in Kuala Lumpur, about 13 kilometers from the city. The zoo is a semi-developed virgin forest that houses more than 200 species of birds, animals and reptiles from Malaysia and other countries. The most popular activities in the zoo are elephant and camel rides. The most popular activity in the zoo is elephant and camel riding. There are more than 80 kinds of marine animals in the aquarium.

7. Black Wind Cave Located 11 kilometers north of Kuala Lumpur on a heavily wooded hill, the Black Wind Cave is an oddly shaped cave formed from limestone. The first cave is a dark cave and the second is an open cave with a Hindu altar dedicated to the idol of Subramaniam, which is regarded as a holy place by the Hindu Hindus.

8 . Genting Highlands Located about 50 kilometers from the northern outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, at an altitude of 1,700 meters above sea level, Genting Highlands is a cool mountain resort within Malaysia. There are electric rides, swimming pools, indoor stadiums, bowling alleys, etc., but the most notable is the casino in the Genting Hotel, which is Malaysia's only legal casino, known as the 'Monte Carlo of the South Seas Islands'. In the Kuala Lumpur area, you can also visit the Klang River and Goose North River, located in the confluence of the Sultan of Selangor in 1909, the Chamei Mosque, its architectural form exudes a strong Islamic classical flavor, as well as the Selangor mosque and the Mahamalaiyan Hindu Shrine is also a religious tourist attractions can be seen.

Two Penang Island, Penang

Penang Island is located in northern Malaysia, to betel nut trees and named. Penang was just a deserted island, only the pirates living here, to the end of the 18th century by the British East India Company's Captain France found, and to the Sultan of Kedah State lease, so that this place step by step to develop into a about, of which 85% for the Chinese, the rest are Indians and Malay aborigines, the southern Fujianese language is very common here. The capital city of Penang, also known as 'Georgetown' or 'George Town', is located at the northeast tip of Penang Island, and is Malaysia's largest international free port and the second largest city in the country. Penang is full of colorful religious and cultural features, with state museums, art galleries, Buddhist temples and mosques scattered throughout the island, reflecting the splendid history of the many ethnic groups*** that have developed this beautiful island since the 18th century. Penang's verdant vegetation, beautiful scenery, hotels and guest houses are distinctive, and there is a wide variety of food and drink. Most of the goods here are duty-free and relatively inexpensive. There are direct flights to Penang from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hong Kong and Bangkok. From Kuala Lumpur, you can take a train to the North Sea across the border from Penang, and then take a ferry or bus across the sea to Penang. Major tourist attractions:

1 . Penang Hill, also known as Flagstaff Hill, is the highest point in Penang at about 830 meters above sea level. There is a cable car at the bottom of the hill. Climbing up to the top of the hill, you can not only have a panoramic view of Penang, but also see the various ships traveling between the Straits of Malacca. The top of the hill is equipped with sightseeing and recreational facilities and is an important tourist attraction in Penang.

2 . Temple of Ultimate Bliss Located on Sengkang Hill, the temple is built on a hill and is divided into three levels and is known as one of the most majestic Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia. In the temple, there is a handwritten by Kang Youwei ' Do not forget the homeland ' and ' Qing Guangxu Dingwei 33rd year of the Qing Dynasty gave Penang City Hill Jiale Zen Temple regulation temple ' plaque. Ten Thousand Buddhas Pagoda is the most magnificent building in the temple, the tower is 30 meters high, divided into seven levels, a blend of Thai, Chinese and Burmese architectural features, each floor is dedicated to the Buddha.

3 . Snake Temple, also known as the Green Dragon Temple, is located 14 kilometers southeast of Penang on Sunset Cave Road, about 1.6 kilometers from the airport. The Snake Temple was originally dedicated to Ching Shui Zu Shi, known as Hing Fook Tong, due to the many green snakes coiled, also known as the Snake Temple, the temple's corridors, candlesticks, incense burners, statues of snakes can be seen everywhere, but the snakes here do not hurt people, white in the smoke from the dizzying smoke, and at night crawling around, devouring believers served eggs.

4 . Resort Beaches Penang's beaches are mainly in the north, stretching from Tanjung Bungah to Batu Tinggi, with 11 kilometers of white sandy beaches where you can enjoy year-round tidal fun. Tanjung Buaya is known as the 'Cape of Flowers'.

5. Fort Cornwallis, located on the beach, was built in 1808 in honor of Captain Francis of the British East India Company. The fort is surrounded by high walls and cannons pointing towards Malacca and was used as a defensive fortress. There is a tall lighthouse in the shape of a ship's mast to guide ships at night.

Three Malacca

Malacca is located in the southeast coast of the Malay Peninsula, about 160 kilometers from Kuala Lumpur, is Malaysia's oldest city, the chokehold of the Straits of Malacca, the control of the Pacific Ocean and the Indian Ocean between the channel, the strategic position is very important. Malacca is the epitome of a long history. Kuala Lumpur and Singapore have flights to Malacca. The main tourist attractions are:

1 . Malacca Administrative Center is located in St. Paul's Hills Square. The administrative residence is a Dutch style building built in 1660. On the left side of the residence, there is a high wall decorated with old warships. Near the administrative center is the 'Malacca Volunteer Corps Memorial', which commemorates those who died in World War II; there is also a marble monument to the 60th anniversary of the accession of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom, and a plaque of the Dutch East India Company, and so on.

2 . St. Paul's Church Located on St. Paul's Hill in the city center, St. Paul's Church was built in 1521 and is the earliest Catholic church established by the Portuguese in Malacca.

3 . Malacca Museum Located in the eastern part of the city, on the banks of the Malacca River, the museum was built between 1641 and 1660, and is one of the oldest Dutch-style buildings in Southeast Asia. It was originally the residence of the Dutch governor, and locals call it the 'Red House' because of the red color of its walls and wooden doors. It houses a collection of historical artifacts from Malaysia, Portugal, Holland and England. Nearby the Red House is the Malacca Club, a Gothic-style building built in 1912, which is now a memorial to independence.

4 . The Ching Wan Pavilion, located in the city's Jalan Tokong, is one of Malaysia's oldest Chinese temples. Built in 1946 in honor of the Chinese envoys of the Ming Dynasty, the temple is dedicated to the Queen of Heaven and the Goddess of Mercy, and is also known as the 'Guanyin Pavilion'. The entire temple is made of nanmu wood, with carved beams and painted buildings.

5. San Po Shan, also known as China Hill, is located at the end of Jalan Temenggung Street, where the army of Zheng He, the eunuch of San Po, was stationed during the Ming Dynasty, and where the official documents of the Ming Dynasty resided when they were married to Malacca. The Bao Shan Temple on the hill enshrines a preceptor statue of Zheng He. The San Bao Well on the right side of the temple is the oldest well in Malacca, which is rumored to have been dug in 1409 when Zheng He led his army here in search of drinking water.

Four Ipoh

Located about 230 kilometers north of Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh is the capital and largest city of the state of Perak and the cleanest city in Malaysia. Ipoh is one of the world's largest tin-producing regions, and is therefore known as the 'Tin Capital'. 80% of the residents are Chinese, mostly of Cantonese origin. The local people are relatively rich, so Ipoh is also known as the 'Millionaire's City'. The main attractions include Perak Cave and Sambo Cave.

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The capital of Johor. Located in the southernmost part of the Malaysian territory, it is connected to Singapore by the Singapura Johor Long Beach.

The main tourist attractions are: the legendary village of Koo Johor on the banks of the Johor River; the Sultan's Mosque, built at the turn of the century, which can accommodate 2,000 worshippers, more than 30 kilometers away from Johor Bahru; the Sultan's Gardens and the Royal Palace, which have a British Victorian architectural style, are located about 1.5 kilometers west of the Singing Johor embankment; the Johor Art Gallery collects and displays artifacts and artworks representing Malay culture; and the Sultan's Palace, which is located in the northeast of Johor, is located in the north-eastern part of Johor. The Johor Art Gallery houses and displays artifacts and works of art that represent Malay culture; Fountain Harbour in northeastern Johor is bordered by the South China Sea, and just a few kilometers from the shore is Lak Kwai, a beautiful coral island dotted with coconut palms, with many caverns for visitors to explore, and tourists can also dive in offshore coral reefs; and the Sentosa Gardens is a centralized area for shopping, entertainment, and gourmet food tasting. All in all, Johor Bahru is quite an attractive destination for tourists.

Six Langkawi

Langkawi is located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, 30 kilometers from the port of Kuala Lumpur and 51 kilometers from the port of Kedah. It consists of 99 tropical islands and the main island is known as Langkawi. It is a beautiful environment with sandy beaches, exotic caves, verdant forests, spectacular waterfalls and a wide variety of wildlife. Langkawi International Airport is located in Padang Masil, about 20 kilometers from Kuala Lumpur and 8 kilometers from Janam Beach Resort. Malaysia Airlines and Air Asia fly daily from Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi and Silk Air flies from Singapore four times a week. Alternatively, from Kuala Lumpur, you can take a train or bus to Kuala Kedah or Kuala Lumpur, and then transfer to a fast ferry to Langkawi. Langkawi's main tourist attractions and tourist programs are: Seven Rocks, Tanjung Rhu, Kok Beach, Jannan Beach, Central Sea Bath, Tat Belt and Burao Beach, Pregnant Women's Lake, Lion Island Wildlife Sanctuary, Langkawi Underwater World, Langkawi Crocodile Farm, Langkawi Fish Cage, Giant Eagle Plaza, Aqua Park, Prime Minister's Collection, Paya Island, Legends Park, and Handicrafts and Culture Complex Center, and so on.