Related Links:
Aerial View of Malaysia: Malaysia Aerial View
Tourism Malaysia USA: http://tourismmalaysiausa.com/
Malaysia Virtual Tour: http://www.virtualmalaysia.com/sitemap.cfm
Malaysia General Information: http://www.geographia.com/malaysia/
Malaysia Tourism: http://www.tourism.gov.my/
Malaysia Travel Information: http://www.asiatravel.com/malinfo.html
Malaysia Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malaysia
Malay Language: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malay_language
Malaysian Currency: http://asiaforvisitors.com/malaysia/general/mybills.html
U.S. Dept. of St. / Malaysia: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_960.html
KUALA LUMPUR
PENANG
http://www.tourismpenang.gov.my/
http://www.frommers.com/destinations/penang/2435010001.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penang
http://wikitravel.org/en/Penang
http://www.geographia.com/malaysia/penang.html
http://www.malaysiasite.nl/shopping.htm
http://penangpage.com/
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Country Information
Malaysia is an exciting, friendly and hassle-free destination. For Americans who have never visited Southeast Asia, this is a great "starter country" because of how easy it is for tourists to navigate Malaysia's friendly lands. Its pluralist culture comes from a beautiful fusion of Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous cultures and customs.
Malaysians love Western-style industrial development and you will find this in her large cities. Yet, in addition to the modern towers of glass and steel, Malaysia offers peaceful beaches and national parks that are amongst the finest on earth. [top]
Language
Although Malay is the national language, English is widely spoken in both tourist and business environments throughout Malaysia. [top]
Religion
Malaysia as a country is 52% Muslim, 17% Buddhist, 12% Taoist, 8% Christian, 8% Hindu, 2% tribal, although Penang is populated by 70% Chinese of different religions. [top]
Climate
Expect sunshine! Malaysia is hot and often humid for the majority of the year. If you want to enjoy the beaches, it is best to avoid the November to January rainy season on Peninsula Malaysia's east coast. The best time to take in Malaysia's famous turtles on the eastern coast is between May and September. [top]
Clothing
Light clothes are suggested, though fine dining restaurants will expect appropriate attire. Be careful not to wear beach clothing into dining establishments that are not directly on the beach, as much of these items are considered inappropriate. [top]
Mobile Phones
A Subscriber Identity Module Card (SIM Card) is now available for Malaysian and foreign customers who are traveling around for work. The SIM Card must be used in conjunction with a Digital GSM mobile phone within the 900-MHz range or a Digital PCN mobile phone within the 1800-MHz range. [top]
Getting Online & Checking E-mail
All of Malaysia's leading hotels offer facsimile (fax) and e-mail services. Numerous private businesses offer such facilities, most often in conjunction with translation services. Malaysia has been expanding its information service for residents and tourists alike through the Internet system. Services are now available at Malaysia's leading hotels and at the many "cyber cafés" that are cropping up in all major tourist destinations. [top]
Emergency Telephone Numbers - Kuala Lumpur
Police & Ambulance : 999
Fire : 994
Civil Defense : 991
International Operator : 108
Multilingual Services : 198
National Directory Inquiry : 103
Kuala Lumpur International Airport : 603 2267 4311
Malaysian Tourist Information Center : 603 2164 3929
Kuala Lumpur Tourist Police : 603 2146 0522
US Embassy in Kuala Lumpur : 603 2168 5000
Emergency Telephone Numbers - Penang
Police & Ambulance : 999
Fire : 994
Civil Defense : 991
International Operator : 101
Multilingual Services : 198
National Directory Inquiry : 103
Penang International Airport : 604 643 4411
Malaysian Tourist Information Center : 604 261 9067
Penang Tourist Police : 604 261 5522
US Embassy in Kuala Lumpur : 603 2168 5000
For a comprehensive listing of Malaysian information, visit : http://www.mycen.com.my/phone.html [top]