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Penang
Penang has a population of 1.2 million people of diverse races and cultures. It is truly Malaysia’s melting pot. Visitors will come to realise just how wonderfully multi-racial this state is after visiting the various heritage buildings and sites representing the island’s many ethics groups.
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Malacca
Malacca boasts many fine historical remains that will take you on a nostalgic journey that goes back to 500 years of a glorious and colourful past. Historically, Malacca was discovered in 1400 by an exiled prince named Parameswara from Sumatra, who sought sanctuary in a humble fishing village and decreed that a city be built where he stood.
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Kelantan
In the Land of Lightning; that is Kelantan, expect to see the best of the traditional Malay culture. Indeed, time stands still as the people here still take pleasure in enjoying the simple things in life. Fishing villages and handicraft centres give visitors a glimpse of Kelantan's rich heritage and traditions, while its beautiful beaches and idyllic rural villages soothe the tired traveller & soul.
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Kenong Rimba Park
This scenic valley, traversed by rippling mountain streams, is home to the Batek aboriginal tribe. Within the park is magnificent limestone caves beneath which flows the Kenong River as it meanders gently on its way. The sense of tranquility and quiet solitude is broken only by the merry chirping of the birds and the cascading waterfalls.
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Terengganu Marine Park
Redang Island the largest of a group of islands dotting the South China Sea off the Terengganu coast.is partof Terengganu Marine Park. The island offers crystal clear waters and numerous dive sites for the enthusiast. Sheltered within the Redang Island Marine Park, the waters here abound with marine life burst with the largest assortment of coral species.
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Tioman Marine Park
Tioman gained its fame from the Hollywood motion picture "South Pacific" in the early sixties. Since then nature lovers and sun seekers alike have paid homage to Tioman year after year. Tioman Island is situated 36 nautical miles from the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. The main tourist season runs from early February until the end of October.
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