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Currency Currency: Ringgit Currency Code: MYR Subunit: sen (1/100) Symbol: RM Coins: 5, 10, 20, 50 sen Banknotes: RM1, RM2, RM5, RM10, RM50, RM100 Central bank: Bank Negara Malaysia Mint: Royal Mint of Malaysia The Malaysian currency is called Ringgit Malaysia and is denoted by symbol RM. The ringgit, the currency of Malaysia, is unofficially identified as the Malaysian dollar. With currency code of MYR (Malaysian Ringgit), a Ringgit is divided into 100 sen (cents). Bank Negara Malaysia issues ringgit in the country. Ringgit comes in, both notes and coins. In banknotes, the currency is denominated into RM 1, 2, 5, 10, 50 and 100. Regarding coinage, ringgit denominates into 5 sen, 10 sen, 20 sen and 50 sen. The currency can be exchanged at RM3.80, against the U.S. dollar. If you're carrying your currency, then you can exchange it at various banks, big hotels and currency converters present all over the country. Maximum cities have ATMs, which further add to travelers' convenience. Permitted Currency Limits Prior to arrival or departure from Malaysia, every traveler (including children) has to fill the Travellers Declaration Form (TDF) despite of the amount of currency carried. Permitted currency limits according to the Malaysian Government are given here:
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Both resident and non-resident are permitted to carry into and out of Malaysia, Ringgit banknotes not more than RM1, 000 per person. There is no restriction on the amount of foreign currency notes and traveler's cheques brought into Malaysia by resident and a non-resident, except a few cases which are stated below in the table. A resident is permissible to carry out of Malaysia, foreign currency notes counting travelers' cheques, not more than RM10, 000 per person. A non-resident is permissible to carry out of Malaysia, foreign currency notes counting travelers' cheques, not more than the amount brought in.

0 Top Tourist Attractions in Malaysia Written by Robin on November 10, 2010 in Countries - 4 Comments Malaysia offers two very distinct experiences: the peninsula and Borneo (an island shared with Indonesia and Brunei). The peninsula is a mix of Malay, Chinese and Indian flavors with an efficient and modern capital, Kuala Lumpur. Malaysian Borneo features some of the most interesting places in Malaysia with a wild jungle, orangutans, granite peaks and remote tribes. Combined with some beautiful islands, luxury resorts and colonials towns, Malaysia, for most visitors, presents a happy mix.

Almost 2 million foreign tourists traveled to Malaysia in 2010. Most of them were citizens from neighboring countries such as Singapore and Indonesia but a growing number of other foreign tourists are discovering this country as well. The top 10 Malaysia tourist attractions: 10Cameron Highlands

The Cameron Highlands is one of Malaysia¶s most extensive hill stations, first developed by the British in the 1920s. It has a population of more than 34,000 people consisting of Malays, Chinese, Indians and other ethnic groups. The Cameron Highlands is renowned for its trails. They lead visitors through the forest to waterfalls and other tranquil spots. Apart from its jungle walks, the sanctuary is also known for its tea plantations and visitors can book several ³tea factory´ tours.
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9Georgetown Inner City

Named after Britain¶s King George III, Georgetown is located on the north-east corner of Penang Island. Most of George Town¶s population is of Chinese origin. Due to strict controls, George Town retains many of its colonial-era shophouses to this day. It is officially recognized as having a unique architectural and cultural townscape without parallel anywhere in Southeast Asia. The town truly springs to life in the evenings, when most of the locals head to the nearby street hawkers to have their meals and drinks.
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8Taman Negara

Taman Negara, which literally means ³national park´ in Malay, is one of the oldest tropical rain forest in the world. It features massive trees, waterfalls, jungle treks of various duration and the world¶s longest canopy walkways. Several trails enable the visitor to explore the forest without a guide. Taman Negara is a haven for endangered species such as the Asian elephant, tigers, leopards and rhinos, but numbers are low and sightings are very rare. It¶s unlikely that you will see anything more than birds, small deer, lizards, snakes and perhaps a tapir.
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7Pulau Tioman

Tioman is a small island located off the east coast of peninsular Malaysia. In the 1970s, Time Magazine selected Tioman as one of the world¶s most beautiful islands. Tourists have surged to the island ever since, seeking a taste of paradises. The island is surrounded by numerous white coral reefs, making it a haven for scuba divers while the interior is densely forested. Visitors outnumber villagers outside the monsoon (November to February), but Tioman can be virtually deserted at other times.
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6Mount Kinabalu

With a summit height at 4,095 meters (13,435 ft), Mount Kinabalu is the highest mountain in Borneo. The mountain is known worldwide for its tremendous botanical and biological species biodiversity. Over 600 species of ferns, 326 species of birds, and 100 mammalian species have been identified at Mount Kinabalu and its surrounding. The main peak of the mountain can be climbed easily by a person with a good physical condition, and requires no mountaineering equipment although climbers must be accompanied by guides at all times.
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5Petronas Twin Towers

The Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur were the world¶s tallest buildings before being surpassed in 2004 by Taipei 101. However, the towers are still the tallest twin buildings in the world. The 88-floor towers are constructed largely of reinforced concrete, with a steel and glass facade designed to resemble motifs found in Islamic art, a reflection of Malaysia¶s Muslim religion. The Petronas Twin Towers feature a sky bridge between the two towers on the 41st and 42nd floors. For a good choice of hotels with discount prices, visit Accommodation in Kuala Lumpur for more information.
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4Langkawi

Malaysia¶s best-known holiday destination, Langkawi is an archipelago of 99 islands in the Andaman Sea. The islands are a part of the state of Kedah, which is adjacent to the Thai border. By far the largest of the islands is the eponymous Pulau Langkawi with a population of about 65,000, the only other inhabited island being nearby Pulau Tuba. Fringed with long, white beaches and with an interior of jungle covered hills and craggy mountain peaks, it¶s easy to see why this is Malaysia¶s most heavily promoted tourist destination. The most popular beaches can be found on the west coast with a wide choice of restaurants and eateries and some of the best resorts in Langkawi.
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3Perhentian Islands

Located off the coast of northeastern Malaysia not far from the Thai border. The Perhentian Islands are the must-go place in Malaysia for budget travelers. They have some of the world¶s most beautiful beaches and great diving with plenty of cheap accommodation. The two main islands are Perhentian Besar (³Big Perhentian´) and Perhentian Kecil (³Small Perhentian´). Both the islands have palm-fringed white sandy beaches and turquoise blue sea.

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2Sepilok Rehabilition Centre

Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation opened in 1964 for rescued orphaned baby orangutans from logging sites, plantations and illegal hunting. The orphaned orangutans are trained to survive again in the wild and are released as soon as they are ready. The Orang Utan sanctuary is located within the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve, much of which is virgin rainforest. About 60 to 80 orangutans are living free in the reserve. It is one of Sabah¶s top tourist attractions and a great stopover on any Malaysia itinerary.
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1Mulu Caves

The Mulu Caves are located in the Gunung Mulu National Park in Malaysian Borneo. The park encompasses incredible caves and karst formations in a mountainous equatorial rainforest setting. The Sarawak chamber found in one of the underground caves is the largest cave chamber in the world. It has been said that the chamber is so big that it could accommodate about 40 Boeing 747s, without overlapping their wings. The enormous colony of Wrinkle-lipped bats in the nearby Deer Cave exit almost every evening in search of food in a spectacular exodus.

Culture and Religion
The Malays here are similar to the Malays of Indonesia and the Philippines. They form about 60% of the population. This is followed by the Chinese, at about 25% of its population. The Indians form about 8% of its population. The others include indigenous people of the peninsula, Sabah and Sarawak. There are also significant numbers of Eurasians here too. Being different in culture and religious beliefs have contributed to making us very unique and interesting. Though Islam is the official religion, there is freedom of religion in Malaysia. You'll be surprised by the number of churches and temples you will see during your visit here.

Facts About Malaysia
Malaysia, undoubtedly, is a land of mysterious appeal and charm. What makes this country different from others is its reception to different cultures, and still retaining its own identity. Once seen, this mystifying country would definitely become an inseparable part of your experiences and memories. To comprehend this country better, given below are certain facts about Malaysia which will assist you analyze the country at a glance.

Malaysia Facts & Figures Government Type Capital City Area Coastline Number of Union Territories Number of States Geography Climate Constitutional Parliamentary Monarchy Kuala Lumpur 329,847 km² / 127,355 sq miles 4,675 km 3 13 2° 30' N and 112° 30' E Tropical

Neighboring Countries Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei Time Currency Population Electricity Literacy Percent GMT plus eight hours Ringgit (RM) 27,544,000 (2007) 240V, 50 Hz 89

Country Dialing Code 60 Internet TLD National Flag .my Jalur Gemilang (Stripes of Glory)

National Anthem National Emblem GDP per Capita Major Trading Partners Major Products / Industries Languages

Negaraku Jata Negara (Coat of Arms) U.S. $12,800 Singapore, Japan, USA

Tin, rubber, palm oil, timber, oil, textiles and electronics Bahasa Malaysia (Malay), English, Chinese dialects, Tamil and indigenous languages Muslim (60%), Buddhist (19%), Christian (9%), Hindu (6%), Taoist & Confucianist (2.6%) 58% Malay & other indigenous, 24% Chinese, 8% Indian, 10% others (2000)

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