Johor
Look out for this terrific black and white mural of two sisters on the side of a building by the roundabout as Jln Arab meeets Jln Bakri. The 12m-high…
Must-see attractions in Malaysia
Masjid Jamek Sultan Ibrahim Muar
Johor
This incredible light-blue- and white-painted, blue-roofed, overblown Victorian fantasy was completed in 1927 at a cost of RM10,000; it's a magnificent…
Kuala Terengganu
This handsomely painted Chinatown shophouse originally belonging to the Teck Soon trading company is now an interesting museum focusing on the history of…
Johor
Red-roofed and painted light blue and white, this imposing and grand copy of the Istana Besar (Grand Palace) in Johor Bahru today houses the Muar Land…
Kota Kinabalu
On Sundays a lively Chinese street fair takes over a section of Jln Gaya. It's vividly chaotic, with stalls cheek by jowl hawking batik sarongs, puppies…
George Town
This beautifully decorated and maintained Clanhouse, belonging to the Penang Teochew Association, dates back to 1870. It features informative displays on…
Kota Kinabalu
The first 'green' building in Sabah has outdoor sculpture displays and hosts contemporary art exhibitions by the likes of Francis Cheong and Awang Fadilah…
Pulau Tioman
This lovely, deserted bay can be discovered on the hike to Salang. If doing the hike to Salang from ABC, cross the bridge to follow the power cables.
Kota Bharu
This handicraft market, a touristy affair opposite Istana Batu, has a one-room museum with displays of woodcarving, batik-making and other crafts.
Kota Bharu
Next to the tourist information centre, this is the official state museum. The exhibits on Kelantan’s history and culture are interesting, but the…
Sarawak
In the gazebo-like administrative building, the centre is a good introduction to Matang and its residents. Most of the display panels provide information…
Sarawak
Park authorities actively discourage swimming here because of the presence of crocodiles. In the distance (to the west) you can see the wild east coast of…
Peninsular Malaysia's Northeast
Come nightfall thousands of fireflies dance among the mangroves, flashing in synchronisation. This synchronisation is unusual and believed to be…
Pulau Perhentian
This secluded beach at the south of the island can be reached by a steep and rugged track (around 800m, 20 minutes) from Teluk Dalam.
Sarawak
Offers an old-fashioned introduction to the park’s seven distinct ecosystems and an exposition on the codependent relationship between nepenthes (pitcher…
Sabah
Packed with aromas and produce from all over the region, this is where locals come to haggle and barter every Saturday evening. It's especially photogenic…
Kuching
Although bathed in controversy over its funding and contracting, this garish addition to the Kuching waterfront is certainly a head turner – when it's…
Pulau Tioman
The beach here is fairly built up, but the surroundings have an appealing kampung (village) atmosphere. A good spot for meeting local fishermen.
Kuching
Tua Pek Kong, atop the red wedding-cake structure on Jln Padungan at the end of Main Bazaar, is the most popular temple in town for Chinese residents.
George Town
The Catholic Church of the Assumption was founded in 1786, not long after the foundation of Penang, but the present building was constructed in 1861.
Sarawak
A pleasant and easygoing 45-minute trail negotiates a meandering route through this riverside nature reserve near the town's regional museum.
George Town
Perhaps the most appealing clan jetty, with a new row of wooden homes and businesses owned by members of one extended family.
Sarawak
In this labelled garden, near park HQ on the Main Trail, you'll find examples of the 98 species of palm growing in the park.
Pulau Tioman
This delightful white-sand beach can be reached on the hike towards Salang from ABC.
Kuala Terengganu
This Chinatown alleyway is covered with attractive mosaics and metal plaques about Kuala Terengganu's endangered turtles.
George Town
A family collection of puppets, costumes and traditional instruments form the basis of this charming specialist museum.
Kuala Terengganu
A compact display of interesting B&W photos telling the story of Kuala Terengganu's Chinatown history.
Sungai Bantang Recreational Forest
Johor
Accessed from Bekok, this green zone is known for its waterfalls and waterways. There are some camp sites.
Johor
Set up by the British, construction on this lovely white, colonnaded high school was completed in 1915.
Kuala Terengganu
The public art on this Chinatown alley commemorates local Chinese community leaders and famous Malays.
Johor
This pleasant riverside park is well worth a stroll for views of sunset, or early in the morning.
Sabah
This large island is known for its 12 beautiful caves, one of which you can explore.
Sarawak
Built in 1889, the Hock Leong Tieng temple is one of the oldest buildings in Kapit.
Kota Kinabalu
About 2km south of the city centre, this museum provides an introduction to Sabah's indigenous cultures, with displays focusing on the traditional attire,…
George Town
Built in 1883, Sri Mariamman is George Town’s oldest Hindu house of worship. For local South Indians, the temple fulfils the purpose of a Chinese…
Melaka City
The evocative and sublime ruin of St Paul's Church crowns the summit of Bukit St Paul overlooking central Melaka. Steep stairs from Jln Kota or Jln Chang…
George Town
Penang's state-run museum includes exhibits on the history, customs and traditions of the island’s various ethnic groups, with photos, videos, documents,…
Kota Kinabalu
Monsopiad is named after a legendary warrior and headhunter. The highlight of this tacky but fun place is the House of Skulls, which supposedly contains…
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