Malaysia is an exotic country located in southeast Asia. Traditionally, the regions of Malaysia are divided into western and eastern regions. They are separated from each other by the South China Sea.
The central region of Malaysia can be referred to as Malaya. Here, as well as throughout the country, the weather is hot and humid. Much of the peninsular part of the country is represented by low mountain hills, which are united in several parallel chains.
The central peninsular part of the country is characterized by a large number of rivers. However, they are small in length. The largest cities in this region of Malaysia are considered to be:
Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia and the country's largest city by population. It is also considered to be the country's main financial and commercial and industrial center
Subang is an important industrial center located 20 km from Kuala Lumpur
Georgetown is the capital of Penang Island. The city was named after King George III of England. Its main feature is considered to be the architecture of amazing beauty, made in different styles
The eastern part of the country is divided into Sabah and Sarawak. These northern regions of Malaysia, are located on the Kalimantan Peninsula. Sabah is home to the country's highest point, Mount Murmud, which rises 2,246 meters above sea level.
As such, Southern regions of Malaysia are quite difficult to identify, as the entire territory of the country is conventionally divided into two parts. If you want to get to know the indigenous people of this fascinating country, then you should settle in the interior of the island of Kalimantan. The name of the central region of Malaysia is considered to be the most popular among the adventurous tourists.
