LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort brings together a LEGOLAND Park, Water Park and Hotel in one LEGO® themed location. It is a family holiday destination with more than 70 hands-on rides, slides, shows and attractions.
Malaysia
Malaysia
Types of trips: Relaxation, Nature/Wildlife, Geographical, Exploration, Adventure
Best known for: Petronas Towers, Beaches/Good Weather, Rich Wildlife
Why Go?: Malaysia is a country full of fascinating culture and a rich wildlife - with one side of the country on the island of Borneo hosting wild jungles and across the sea, the western region with the thriving capital and smaller yet equally fascinating towns.
Fact File
Population: 30,000,000
Capital: Kuala Lumpur
Language(s): Malaysian Malay
Ties to the UK?: Popular travel/holiday destination
Landscape: There are two parts of Malaysia either side of the South China Sea, but both have similar landscapes with flat coastal areas getting more hilly and mountainous further inland with many forests.
Climate/Seasons: Generally high temperatures and humidity, with monsoons occurring between April - October in the southwest and October - February in the northeast.
When to Go: The temperatures vary little throughout the year so Malaysia can be enjoyable at any time, but you should avoid the monsoon seasons in each region.
Reasons to Visit: Outstanding nature reserves
How to Get There: Air travel is the best way to get to Malaysia from the UK - the country has 8 international airports, so there's a good chance one of those is reasonably close to your final destination.
Places to Go: National Mosque of Malaysia, National Museum, Taman Negara National Park
Famous People: Najib Razak, Yuna, James Wan
Natural Wonders/Wildlife: Mount Kinabalu, Batu Caves, Gunung Mulu National Park, Kuala Lumpur Bird Park
History: Was once part of the British Empire
Architecture: Kuala Lumpur Tower, Kek Lok Si, Sri Hamamariamman Temple
Culture: Originally influenced by the indigenous tribes, along with strong Chinese and Indian influences
Sport: Football, Badminton, Field Hockey, Bowls, Tennis, Squash, Martial Arts
Events: Malaysian Grand Prix
Watch Out For: You should make sure to respect local traditions which are mostly Muslim
Medical Issues: Some vaccines and boosters are advised - consult with a doctor and check here for a good overview
For travel details visit the FCO website page for this country (see below):
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