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States and Federal Territories
Malaysia is the 43rd most populated country with a population of about 27 million.
Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia. Putrajaya is the federal administrative capital. Malaysia have 13 states :
Johor
Kedah
Negeri Sembilan
Kelantan
Terengganu
Pulau Pinang
Perak
Pahang
Selangor
Melaka
Perlis
Sabah
Sarawak
Where is Malaysia?
Malaysia is situated between 2º and 7º to the North of the Equator line, Peninsular Malaysia is separated from Sabah and Sarawak by the South China Sea. In the northern part of Peninsular Malaysia lies Thailand, and in the south, neighbouring Singapore. Sabah and Sarawak are bounded by Indonesia while Sarawak also shares borders with Brunei.
Population and Race
28.3 million people. Malays comprise 57% of the population, while the Chinese, Indian and Bumiputeras and other races make up the rest of the country's population.
As all Malays are Muslims, Islam is the official religion of the country, but other religions are widely practised. The Malay Language (Bahasa Melayu) is the national language in use, but English is widely spoken. The ethnic groups also converse in the various languages and dialects.
Learn More about the Malaysian people at the Malaysia Culture and Lifestyle section.
Learn More about the Malaysian people at the Malaysia Culture and Lifestyle section.
Main Holidays
New Year*, Hari Raya Aidiladha*, Federal Territory Day **, Chinese New Year *, Awal Muharam*, Maulidur Rasul*, Labour Day*, Wesak*, King's Birthday*, National Day* Deepavali# Hari Raya Aidilfitri* Christmas*
Banking Hours
Most states: Monday- Friday: 9.30 am to 4.30 pm. Saturday and Sunday: Closed (Some banks and its branches are opened Saturdays). Kelantan and Terengganu: Sunday - Wednesday :9.30 am to 4.30 pm. Thursday :9.30 am to 4.00 pm. Friday/Saturday*/Public holiday: Closed
Post Office
Opening hours from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm daily, except for the first Saturdays of the month, Sundays, and public holidays when it is closed. In Kelantan and Terengganu the post office operates at the same time, but is closed on Fridays and public holidays.
Electricity
Voltage is 220 - 240 Volt AC at 50 cycles per second. Standard 3- pin square plugs and socket. This is one of the top essential items that you need during your stay in Malaysia, especially if you have brought your electronic gadgets along. Check our Malaysia Blog Shop if you would like to purchase this item before your arrival in Malaysia. Let us know if there is any item you would like to purchase that is not available at our Malaysia Blog Shop.
Types of Accommodation
Malaysia has a wide range of accommodation such as International standard hotels, medium and budget hotels, youth hostels are just some of the types of accommodation available.
Wanna know how to get the best deals for your accommodation in Malaysia? Get the hotel search too at our Malaysia Hotels Section.
