Exploring

Malaysia
 CONTENTS:
1 Introduction 5 Famous foods

2 Religion 6 costume

3 Tourism 7 Currency

4 Language 8 Current issues

 1
INTRODUCTION
 Malaysia, one among the most beautiful places on
earth. It's scenic beauty with number of islands, the
tall towers that touch the sky, the breath taking
examples of architectural wonders and many more.
It's a blend of modern world and a nation that is fast
developing on various aspects.
 2
RELIGION
 ISLAM
Islam is the predominant religion of the
country and is recognised as the state's
official religion. It is practised by about
63 percent of Malaysians. Many Muslim
holy days are national holidays,
including the end of Ramadan, the end
of the Hajj, and the birthday of
Muhammad.
 5.9% 1.8%
0.9%

9%

ISLAM
Buddhism
christianIty
18.5%
HINDUISM
No religion
63.9%
Others
 3
TOURISM
WHAT TO SEE?
MOUNT KINABALU Kuching Taman negara LANGKAWi

It is the highest It is called the The world’s longest Malaysia's most exotic
holiday destination is
mountain in Borneo “City of Cats” canopy walkway famed for its fine harmony
and Malaysia. between people and
nature.
 GUNUNG MULU
One of the best places in Asia
to view the spectacular blooms
of the Rafflesia, a genus of
leafless parasitic plant that
produces the world's largest
flower.
Penang perhentian kecil sepilok forest
Famed throughout Asia for The name "Perhentian" means
reserve
its heady mix of eastern "stopping point" in Malay, The world's most famous
cultures. referring to the islands'
place to see orangutans
traditional role as a waypoint
for traders between Bangkok in their natural habitat.
and Malaysia.
OVERVIEW
KUALA LUMPUR
KUALA LUMPUR FOOD Menara kuala lumpur
A fulfilling mix or cuisines and The 6th tallest telecommunications
ravours. tower in the world.
MOSQUES AND TEMPLES Theme parks
A display of Popular amusement parks
modern Malaysia. include Legoland.
 4
LANGUAGE
 ENGLISH MALAY

Good morning selamat pagi

good noon selamat tenga hari

good afternoon selamat petang

good night selamat malam

GOOD BYE selamat tinggal

 Asking for directions: making small talk with locals:
ENGLISH MALAY ENGLISH MALAY

WHERE? DI Mana HOW ARE YOU? APA KHABAR

LEFT kiri bagaimana dengan

HOW ABOUT YOU? Anda

RIGHT kanan
MY NAME IS nama saya

STREET janan
BOLEHKAH ANDA MEMbantu
can you help me? saya
I AM LOST saya tersesat
THANK YOU terima kasih

HELP talong I’m fine too khabar baik juga

 5
FAMOUS FOODS
Nasi Lemak Roti Canai Kaya Toast Hainanese Nasi Goreng
Chicken Rice

Char Kway Maggi Mee Banana Leaf Assam

Goreng Curry Laksa
Tweo Rice Laksa
 6
COSTUME
BAJU KURUNG
A Baju Kurung is a loose-fitting full-length dress, consisting of a blouse
and a skirt. It is loosely translated as "enclosed dress" Although Baju
Kurung is the generic term of the attire for both males and females, in
modern Malaysia, the female dress is referred to as Baju Kurung
while the male dress is referred to as Baju Melayu
 BAJU KURUNG
Kemban- is essentially a type
of sarong ( skirt ) only worn by
females
Kain Sarong - lower piece
wrapped around the hips
covering lower parts of the
body (hips, thighs, and legs)
Kain Kemban - second piece
wrapped around the upper
body (chest and torso)
Kain Kelumbung - third piece
used to cover the head (head,
shoulders, and arms)
BAJU MELAYU
Baju - ( long-sleeved shirt )
itself
Cekak Musang - raised stiff
collar
Teluk Belanga - round
neckline with a short slit
opening down the front
Celana or Seluar - trouser
Samping - a skirt type
adornment
 7
CURRENCY
MALAYSIAN RINGGIT
It is the currency unit of
the Malaysian currency with
the code MYR. Ringgit have
banknotes worth RM100,
RM50, RM20, RM10, RM5, RM1
and 50 sen (cent) coins, as
well as 20 sen, 10 sen, and 5
sen coins. The Name "Ringgit"
derived from the Spanish silver
money which was widely used
in ancient times.
 ABDUL RAHMAN
• Malaysia's first Supreme Head of State

• Malaysia's first yang di-pertuan agong

(paramount ruler).
 5 Malaysian Ringgit features Abdul 10 Malaysia Ringgit features Abdul
1 Malaysian Ringgit features Abdul
Rahman, the red Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, Rahman, the red Hibiscus rosa-sinensis,
Rahman, the red Hibiscus rosa-sinensis,
the national flower of Malaysia. The the national flower of Malaysia. The
the national flower of Malaysia. The
RM5 bill has a see-through window. The RM10 bill has a see-through window
RM1 bill has a see-through window. On
birds featured on the back side of the and rafflesia parasitic flowering plants
the back side is an image of children
five ringgit bill are rhinocerus hornbills in on the back side.
flying a moon kite.
their rainforest habitat.
20 Malaysian Ringgit features Abdul 50 Malaysian Ringgit features Abdul
100 Malaysia Ringgit features Abdul
Rahman, the red Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, Rahman, the red Hibiscus rosa-sinensis,
Rahman, the red Hibiscus rosa-sinensis,
the national flower of Malaysia. The the national flower of Malaysia. The
the national flower of Malaysia. The
RM20 bill has a see-through window. RM50 bill has a see-through window
RM100 bill has a see-through window
On the back side is the Hawksbill Turtle and the historic declaration of
and on the back side the Gunung Mulu
(Eretmochelys imbricara) and Malaya's independence and the logo of
National Park.
Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys the 50th Anniversary of Independence
coriacea). on the reverse side.
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CURRENT ISSUES
01 Freedom of Expression and Assembly

02 Police Abuse and Impunity

03 Refugees, Asylum Seekers, and

Trafficing Victims

04 Freedom of Religion

05 Criminal Justice
Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity 06
Women’s Rights 07
Children’s Rights 08
Environment 09
Key International Actors 10
To make us love our country, our country
ought to be lovely.

Edmund Burke
Thank you!