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Maps Of Malaysia

INTRODUCTION OF MALAYSIA

Malaysia is one of Southeast Asia’s top travel

destinations, possessing an endless range of

attractions and activities that cater for the

cosmopolitan shopper, cultural enthusiast,

historical buff and nature-lover. Divided into

Peninsular Malaysia in the West and East

Malaysia, part of the Borneo archipelago, the

country will allure you with the shopping

experience of its modern cities, the splendor of

its cultural arts natural heritage of rich flora

and fauna.

In the heart of Asia lie some of the world’s

most beautiful beaches, with sparkling sand

and crystal waters. It would be an

impossible task to describe every one of

Malaysia’s thousands of beautiful beaches.

Ranging from the powdery stretches of

sand that characterize the eastern coastline

of Peninsular Malaysia to the black sand

beach of Pantai Pasir Hitam and the smooth

pebble beach of Pantai Batu Kerikil,

Malaysia’s shores offer more idyllic locales

than one could explore in many lifetimes.

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Race In Malaysia

Malay

Chinese

Indian

Miscellaneous

Multiculturalism has not only made Malaysia a

gastronomical paradise, it has also made

Malaysia home to hundreds of colorful

festivals. Malays make up a 58% majority;

there are also 27% Chinese, 9% Indian and a

miscellaneous grouping of 6% "others", such

as the Portuguese clan in Melaka and

indigenous peoples (Orang Asli). There is

hence also a profusion of faiths and religions,

with Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Taoism,

Hinduism, Sikhism and even shamanism. As a

people, Malaysians are very laid back, warm

and friendly. Geographically, Malaysia is as

diverse as its culture. There are two parts to

the country, 11 states in the peninsula of

Malaysia and 2 states on the northern part of

Borneo (Refer to map of Malaysia above). Cool

hideaways are found in the highlands that roll

down to warm, sandy beaches and rich, humid

mangroves.

One of Malaysia’s key attractions is its

extreme contrasts. Ultra modern

skyscrapers in Kuala Lumpur stand in

close proximity to quaint heritage

structures that reflect the country’s

history, and five-star hotels sit

several meters away from ancient

reefs.

Malay Traditional Cloth

Chinese Traditional Cloth

Indian Traditional Cloth

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MAJOR FESTIVAL CELEBRATION IN MALAYSIA

Other than that, Malaysia also has other ethnic festival celebrations like Hari Raya Haji, Hungry

Ghost Festival, Chap Goh Mei, Dragon Boat Festival, Tanglung(Lantern)-Moon Cake Festival,

Thaipusam, Wesak, Gawai Festival, Harvest Festival and so on.

Hari Raya

Aidilfitri

Chinese New

Year

Deepavali

Christmas

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Satay: One of the most popular dish of Malaysia. Bite-

sized pieces of beef, mutton or chicken are marinated

in spices, then skewered through thin bamboo strips,

and barbecued over charcoal fire. Satay is served with

ketupat (rice cake) and a raw salad of cucumber,

pineapple, and onions. Sweet, spicy peanut sauce

accompanies the dish.

Nasi Lemak: A rice dish cooked in coconut milk. It is

served with ikan bilis (anchovies), sambal, boiled

egg, fried peanuts and cucumber slices. This is also a

popular breakfast dish

MOST POPULAR FOOD IN MALAYSIA

Malaysia's gastronomic heritage has drawn from each of the constituent cultures of Malaysia as well as from neighboring states to produce what many people consider to be the most delicious cuisine in the entire world. The internationally-renowned cuisine of China's Canton and that of southern India are significant sources of Malaysia's culinary heritage, as is the sublime cuisine of Thailand.

Fresh tropical fruits http://www.geographia.com/malaysia/fruits.htm and succulent Malaysian

seafood are featured ingredients, and the chilies and curries of India and Thailand form the basis of

spicy preparations. Coconut milk is ubiquitous in Malaysia, imparting a delicious smoothness to

curries and other dishes.

The mainstay of every Malaysian meal is rice. At each meal, a generous helping accompanies a

selection of dishes, including fish, seafood, vegetables, and poultry. Beef is conspicuously absent, as

it is across much of Asia. Individual recipes vary widely from state to state. Basic ingredients may

be the same, but the method of cooking and accompanying dishes changes with each state's own

tastes and special produce. The perennial Malaysian favorite “nasi lemak” is completely different in

Kedah, for example, than that tasted in Johor or Selangor. One has to savor both to truly appreciate

the diversity of preparation.

Roti Canai: The all-time breakfast favorite of

Malaysians. Made from wheat-flour dough, roti canai

sometimes incorporates beaten egg and diced onions

for a crispier pancake.

Nasi Dagang: A popular breakfast dish in the

country's provinces of Kelantan and Trengganu.

Brastari rice and fish curry are the simple but

delicious elements of this dish.

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Char Kway Teow: Flat rice noodles stir-fried with

minced garlic, fresh prawns, bean sprouts, cockles

and eggs, seasoned with soy sauce and chili paste.

Rojak: A salad of pineapple, cucumber, bean curd,

prawn fritters and boiled egg, is served with peanut

sauce.

Curry Laksa: A noodle dish served in curry, blends

boiled chicken, cockles, tofu and bean sprouts for a

surprisingly good treat.

Chicken Rice: There are several variations of chicken rice,

but the most popular is the Hainanese version. The chicken

is served with rice which has been cooked in chicken stock.

Garlic, chili sauce, cucumber slices and coriander leaves

impart a fresh texture and irresistible flavor to this dish.

Rendang: A type of meat dish preparation which takes

hours to prepare. Meat, coconut milk, chilies, onions and

spices such as cinnamon, cloves, coriander and nutmeg are

cooked over low heat. The result is a moist, tender dish

with subtle and complex flavors. Eaten with rice ketupat

(rice cake) or lemang (glutinous rice cooked in coconut

milk).

A Steamboat: An in-house dish. Diners sit round a table which has a

soup tureen in the middle of the table. A fire below keeps it boiling

hot. One then places prepared raw pieces of prawns, chicken, quails'

eggs, sea cucumber and liver in the boiling soup.

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Fruit Of Malaysia

For more info about fruit in Malaysia please visit to the link below:

http://www.pinterest.com/sylviasham/exotic-fruits-of-malaysia/

Durian

Its smells like hell and tastes like heaven, is a common description of the durian, the

national fruit. This large green fruit has a hard and spiny exterior containing several

soft, edible segments. Despite its pungent smell, it is by far the most loved fruit in the

country, and negotiations for a single fruit can easily last ten minutes. Durians are also

reputed to be phenomenal aphrodisiacs.

Mangosteen

This small purple-brown fruit (which is unrelated to the mango) has tasty white

segments inside with a tart, sweet flavor. The cooling, juicy fruit was so loved by

Britain’s Queen Victoria that she offered a reward to anyone who could import fresh

ones to England.

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SUBANG JAYA

Subang Jaya is an affluent suburban city of Klang Valley, located across the state line of Selangor to

the west of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It consists of the Subang Jaya city (SS12-SS19) and Bandar

Sunway on the Northern end, USJ, Putra Heights and Batu Tiga on the Southern end. You can choose

any transportation below to get around:

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By train

By Bus

By taxi / Cab

The KTM Subang Jaya station, on the KTM Commuter Klang - Sentul line, is at the northern

edge of Subang Jaya. It is located directly behind Carrefour and Subang. Please refer to the

above maps before you start your journey.

To/from Kuala Lumpur, Subang Jaya is linked to Kuala Lumpur by Rapid KL and Metro

Bus buses. They usually charge a flat RM1 rate for trips around Subang Jaya and to other

parts of Klang Valley. It is advisable to get a Touch N Go card for easier accessibility to

these public transport.

Rapid KL:

Bus U623 runs from the Kelana Jaya Station on the Kelana Jaya Line LRT, looping at

Sunway Pyramid and passing through North Subang Jaya before going back to the

Kelana Jaya Station.

Bus U62 from Klang and Shah Alam loops at Sunway Pyramid before going back to

Klang and Shah Alam.

All metered taxis operating in Kuala Lumpur also serve Subang Jaya.

Taxis are also available, but the best way to get around is your own car because it is

very expensive to travel in taxis.

Comfort Taxi, ☎ +60 3 2692 2525. RM2 surcharge on top of the meter.

Super Cab Taxi, ☎ +60 3 7805 5333. RM2 surcharge on top of the meter.

Radio Cab Taxi, ☎ +60 3 2693 6211. RM2 surcharge on top of the meter.

Public Cab Taxi, ☎ +60 3 6259 2020. RM2 surcharge on top of the meter

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Place Of Attraction & Shopping Centres

Sunway Lagoon Resort and Sunway Pyramid is a well-known tourist destination in the

Klang Valley. It is located in Bandar Sunway and it is nearby Subang Jaya. An internationally

renowned theme park, it comprises many outdoor and water sports activities. Besides that,

there are many other shopping malls such as Subang Parade, Empire Subang, One City,

Carrefour SS16, First Subang, The 19 USJ City Mall and Summit USJ.

Subang Ria Park, SS12. A beautiful 29.96-acre lake in the city. It is easily accessible by

public transport. It is also home to the famous seafood restaurant Crocodile Farm and the

largest paintball park (TT Sports Park) in Malaysia.

ICT Shah Alam is a technology park with amazing forests of man-made trees with millions

of colorful LED lights. There you have the Water World, Snowalk, Citywalk, Red Carpet and

Trick Art Museum.

Sport Centre

There are many sports centres in Subang Jaya. Below are some of them in SS15:

Jak Othman Kickboxing & Martial Arts Studio

78-3 (3rd Floor), Jalan SS15/4D

47500 Subang Jaya

Blitz Gym

1B, SS 15/8A, 47500 Subang Jaya

Dreams Dance Studio

No 37C Jalan SS15/4, 47500 Subang Jaya.

Sports Planet Subang Grand

Lot 604, Jalan Lagoon Selatan

Soccer Field, Athletics & Sports, and Football Stadium

Ritz Badminton Court @ Subang SS15

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At SS15, there are cafes that cater to different types of customers — the cafe-retail store, the

counter-culture cafe, the pet lover’s cafe, and the home and lifestyle cafe.

Grafa (Halal)

Good Friends Restaurant and Café (home and lifestyle café)

Coffee Cottage (Pet lovers café)(Halal)

These cafes are all active until the wee hours of the morning, where the peak of their business is

usually after 10pm. Besides that, there are many fast food, Malay and western restaurants in SS15.

Here are some of them:

Gold Chili (Halal)

Asia Café (Halal)

Mc Donald’s (Halal)

KFC (Halal)

Pizza Hut (Halal)

Subway (Halal)

The Burger Factory (Halal)

Warung Bonda (Halal)

Malaqa Nyonya House (Halal)

K. Street (Korean food) (Halal)

In SS15 there are also coffee houses:

Starbucks Coffee

Flat White

It’s A Grind

Coffea coffee

Coffee Chemistry

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