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A trip to Malaysia is to discover a land of many faces. Consists of a peninsular and north of the island of Borneo, most of its cities were built in the middle of a vast tropical forest. Kuala Lumpur and its huge buildings give way to an exotic jungle, disturbing, but so attractive. The place is ideal for lovers of activities such as trekking or rafting. The Petronas Towers in the capital is a superb spectacle at night. Temples and mosques in the country bear witness to the Muslim and Buddhist cohabitation. Its beautiful beaches have nothing to envy the best shots. During a trip to Malaysia, we should not skimp on relaxation and diving.
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Less crowded than its neighbor Indonesia, Malaysia is yet offered by tour operators beach holidays or as accompanied or individual circuits. The two main circuits typically travel or Peninsular Malaysia or Borneo (Sabah and Sarawak). You'll be asked to make a choice between the traditional course (Peninsular Malaysia, easy to access, with many interests close to each other), or wild journey (Borneo, with conditions less comfortable journey but off the beaten path).
If you do not opt for a package tour and we organize its circuit itself, it is best to take some precautions, especially for trekking in the mountains or jungle. It is advisable to plan in advance, accommodation and hiking in itself. The means of accommodation are not very numerous and treks, even with guides, sometimes require permits, issued by the Directorate of National Parks.
Malays are Muslim and very observant. The least we can do, not shocking, is not wearing indecent dress in town, on the beach or near places of worship. However, their religious practice is more tolerant than in the East. Women are veiled certainly, but many are working. The sale or consumption of alcohol is not prohibited, but you will find little, except in shops or Chinese restaurants where you can eat mostly beer. However, in Kelantan and Terengganu to is strictly prohibited.
Needless to haggle with the Malays, the prices are fair and you might upset them. No hesitation in contrast with the Chinese: this practice is very common and often turns the game.
TRADITION
Do not be surprised if you see a young child offering a pinch of salt to a guest at a meal. A traditional Malay meal starts with this gesture, to refresh the mouth, placing the salt at the end of the tongue.
Animist beliefs persist in Malaysia. The people are frightened by the Hantu witch who is everywhere and can go after everyone. Dropping or failure can be attributed to him and the person affected by the evil eye immediately consult a shaman.
KITCHEN
Malaysian cuisine is influenced rubs and Chinese cuisines, Thai, Indian and Indonesian. The dishes consist of rice (nasi goreng) or noodles (mee goreng), cooked with meat (chicken, beef, lamb) or fish, all washed down with coconut milk and flavored with spices such as saffron, ginger, cinnamon, coriander, garlic and lemongrass. The national dish is satay, skewers of grilled meat, having marinated in a spicy preparation made from peanuts. The Chinese eat with chopsticks while the Malays only with their right hand. For dessert, do not be put off by the stench that emanates from a cut durian and enjoy this tropical fruit with juicy flesh. Malaysians eat it all!
REMEMBRANCE AND CRAFTS
Local crafts offers beautiful original products such as batik, simple fabrics or printed clothing and sarongs, pareos sort of, to wear around the waist. They are everywhere, but especially on the East Coast. If you are not afraid to leave crowded, go for the beautiful kites that are in the area of Kota Bharu. The Malay kris, a kind of large knife wavy blade is brand new or ancient, in antique shops or boutiques. Many pewter, figurines and vases are offered in Perak, where the main deposits. Shops are open Monday through Saturday from 9 am to 18 pm.
