The city of Kuala Terengganu has a fair bit to interest tourists there are the usual night markets that are to be found in practically all Malaysian settlements. Theres also a well developed Chinatown that has some good oriental restaurants, not to mention some interesting buildings the Zainal Abidin Mosque has some interesting architecture to it. Also worthy of note within the capital of Terengganu is Princess Hill which offers some excellent vistas of the region. You can also catch an interesting cultural show at the cultural theatre.

Nearby the city, the Kompleks Museum Negeri is one of the largest in Malaysia and holds thousands of superb artefacts and exhibitions for natural beauty, the Tasik Kenyir Lake and Sekayu Falls are closeby to Terengganu.

Good beaches are not difficult to find in the region Rantau Abang, Dungun and Paka are among the best.

There are also some picturesque, traditional fishing villages in the area Batu Rakit lies north of the main city and there is a good array of eateries as well as a nice beach here. Alternatively, Merang is another though not quite as eye catching to the tourist.
There are a couple of small islands that are off the main coast of Terengganu most notably Pulau Lang Tengah and Pulau Perhentian, both of which can be reached by a fairly quick boat ride. Both islands offer hotels and accommodation should you wish to stay here.

The capital of Sarawak is the city of Kuching which by itself has a platter of attractions theres a wildlife park within the city and if youre fond of museums then Sarawak museum is the pick of the choices (though others like the Chinese History Museum and Natural Science Museum are also good places to visit.

Fort Margherita is a good historic monument located by the waterfront. There is also a thriving Sunday market within the city selling all manor of fresh produce.

Outside of the main city of Kuching, Sarawak still offers the tourist plenty of sights and activities. In particular its a goldmine of national parks and forests the most popular ones include:

Kubah National Park
Gunung Mulu National Park
Bako National Park
Bukit Tiban National Park
Batang Ai National Park
Tanjung Datu National Park
Niah National Park
Loagan Bunut National Park
Lambir Hills National Park
Pulong Tau National Park
Talang Satang National Park
Rajang Mangroves National Park

Unless youre here for very long, its probably unlikely to be able to see them all but take your pick because most offer a wonderful selection of trekking opportunities, hikes and vistas as well as some highly interesting flora & fauna.

Away from the capital, and national parks, Which Sibu is another colourful little fishing village which has a lovely temple (Tua Pek Kong) and the unique Mist Gardens. Its similar to Kapit (another fishing village village) which is famous for the Kapit Museum, Fort Sylvia and the attractive harbour area.

Another popular region in Sarawak is the Kelabit Highlands the main town centre to see here is Bario while other places to visit in the Highlands include Bo Kelalan and the Pulong Tau National Park.

Near Sibu is another pretty little fishing village called Mukah very picturesque and well worth seeing if youre in the North East region of Sarawak while Bintulu has a pleasant port area and a scattering of sights like a Chinese temple and a few decent places to stay and eat.

Theres no denying that many tourists to Sabah are drawn to the impressive Mount Kinabalu first and foremost. The main area of Kota Kinabalu is Sabahs main settlement, and not surprisingly the state capital. The city of Kota Kinabalu is fairly well developed if a tad bland there are a good range of amenities from money changers, book shops, malls and more.

Bird lovers may be interested in the Kota Kinabalu Bird Sanctuary which has a huge species of bird life to see. Other than that, the city is home to the Sabah Museum, a huge set of exhibits displaying the history and culture of Sabah from hundreds of years ago to the modern era can be found here. Also worth a wander to is Signal Hill which offers supreme vistas over the city.

Sabah also has an impressive range of National Parks including:

Kinabalu
Crocker Range National Park
Tawau Hills
Turtle Islands National Park
Tun Sakaran Marine Park
Pulau Tiga National Park
Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park
The best known of these is Kinabalu and this is the one you should head to if you can only do but one of these.

Other towns that are worth a visit are Tambunan (where Sensuron Waterfalls are situated). Another lacethats a little more indicative of a standard Malaysian town is Keningau. There are also many other small towns in Sabah such as Tuaran, Kota Belud, Kudat and Kuala Penyu to name a few.

Towards the east, Sandakan is quite a nice place to stop off for a nice seaside stroll it also has a rich variety of sights such as the Sandakan Memorial Park and Puu Jih Shih Temple.

Also in the east is the very remote Maliu Basin region its a great place to take a hike in natural surroundings (at the Maliau Basin Conservation Area).

Pulau Tioman is a small island off the mainland of Pahang tourists flock here in big numbers and Tioman has some very good places to stay and eat.

Pekan (mainland) has a number of places to visit and see the Sungai Pahang is one of the longest bridges in Malaysia, and Pekan has some nice architecture and buildings Museum Sultan Au Bakar, Sultan Abdullah Mosque and Istana Mangga are a few examples of the rich variety of old world buildings to be discovered.

Nature lovers can see the Turtle Sanctuary in Cherating, and nearby Tasik Chini is a series of lakes which legend has it is home to a giant serpent.

The national park of Taman Negara is well worth exploring if you have the time. You can see numerous exotic wildlife such as elephants, lizards, tigers and much more.

In Kuala Lipis, there are a smattering of sights such as the Tianhou Temple, a bustling little night market and the impressive district offices which have a very grandeur design. Nearby, the Kenong Rimba State Park is set amidst thick forest and affords visitors a chance to see any variety of wildlife.

All said and done, Melaka is a pretty small town which makes exploration by foot inherently possible. Theres quite a few things to take in, and most are reasonably close to one another.

The river (Sungai Melaka) segregates the new and old (colonial) regions of Melaka its on the eastern side that you can take in particularly interesting architecture and sights such as St Pauls Church and the ancient town square.

Its in the town square that youll find Stadthuys (an old duych style building that has the distinction of being one of the oldest European design structures in Malaysia.)
Nearby, you can also find a cluster of museums including the Democratic Government Museum, The History & Ethnography Museum and the Literature Museum. Away from the square, there are even more offerings for museum lovers, including the Maritime & Naval Museum as well as Cheng Ho Cultural Museum.

Also near the square are the ruins of St Pauls Church which offers some fine vistas over Melaka. Another church worth a visit is St Peters which is almost 300 years old (and still used).

The imposing Sultanate Palace is also a good place to visit in the town the building is over 500 years old, as is the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple inside Chinatown.

Outside of Melaka, there are one or two attractions worthy of a visit most interesting of these is Tanjung Bidara which is a very nice beach, and the best in Melaka (there are a couple of resorts along here too, in case you fancy staying here).

Also outside of the city of Melaka, there is Ajor Gajah which is a tiny but fetching little village housing the Museum Of Culture & Tradition its also well worth a stroll through this charming little place.

Otherwise, theres Pulau Besar, an independent island thats a short boat trip away from Melaka or Ayer Keroh which is home to Melaka Zoo and Hutan Rekresai (a park).

The main city of Kota Bharu is the main city in Kelantan, with an airport and the usual offerings of banks, eateries, night markets and shopping centres that you would expect to find in most Malaysian cities. There are also one or two good places for museum lovers to visit Bank Kerapu, Istana Jahar and Museum Islam are among the more popular offerings.

You can see cultural shows at the buzzing Gelanggang Seni too. Shopaholics are well catered for the central market is the place to find fresh produce but shopping for tourists who are after souvenirs are best found at Bazaar Buluh Kubu or KB Mall.

Outside of Kota Bharu, you can visit the Masjid Kampung Laut, which happens to be an ancient mosque that dates back to the 17th century. The Jelawang Jungle Park is also quite a stunning natural place to visit there are some intriguing attractions within from mystical caves to lush waterfalls all set amidst a jungle backdrop.

While Kelantan is not especially known for its beaches there are a couple of very nice ones most tourists head toward Pantai Irama, Pantai Cahaya Bulan or Pantai Seri Tujuh.

Much of whats to see in Johor can be found in the main city area of Johor Bahru. Because this is Malaysias most geographically close city to Singapore, there is always the opportunity to skip over the border but theres a fair bit to do in Johor in its own right.

With over 3 million residents, you can bet theres a fair bit of shopping and a multitude of bars and restaurants to keep the sophisticated traveller busy.
A serious hit with most tourists is the Royal Abu Bakar Museum which displays many fine exhibits owned by a succession of sultans throughout the history of Johor. The Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque is also an impressive structure, matched only by two other stunning structures in the city – namely Roufo Gumiao (Chinese temple) and Bangunan Sultan Ibrahim. Rounding off the religious monuments is the equally impressive Church of the Immaculate Conception.

Johor is also terribly proud of its reputation as a shopping paradise indeed, there are more than a couple of handsome shopping malls such as Johor Bahru City Sq, Plaza Kota Raya, and Plaza Pelangi.

Outside of Johor Bahru there are also some interesting sights and destinations the Seribuat Archipelago is a wonderful set of islands which affords some outstanding diving opportunities.

The Endau Rompin National Park is also a highly visited destination the park exceeds two hundred years in age and the main highlights are the splendid Sangkut Falls. You can take in some brilliant treks within the national park too.

There are also a couple of very pleasant towns to visit outside Johor Bahru Mersing a picture perfect fishing village which has almost stood still in time over the past hundred years. Muar is somewhat more lively and offers a couple of basic accommodation types.
Youll also want to visit Gunung Ledang Johors highest peak which affords some amazing views over waterfalls and endless jungle terrain.

Restaurants, Cafes & Places To Eat & Drink In Melaka

If you are in the mood for some of the excellent local cuisine available in Melaka, you have more than a couple of options. Some seafood based specialities are served up by Restoran Nasi Ayam and Restoran Famosa. Also offering local dishes, are the 88 Cafe and Hoo Kee Chicken Shop.

Your options for Chinese are also pretty good Chicken Rice Ball Restaurant is favoured by locals for decent, cheap fare while most of the traditional places listed above also offer Chinese cuisine.

The best place to get Indian food is Sri Lakshmi Restaurant, but a couple other choices are available including the Vazhai Elai.

Other meal options can be found at Shakeys Restaurant (Italian), and Uncle Quahs Restaurant & Coffee House (general hot & cold snacks).

There are also some good bars to head to for a late night drink Geographers Bar is popular, Light & Ez Cafe and Ringos are some of the many choices available. There are a couple of late night malls and night markets as well.

Sarawak has a rich variety of eateries especially within the capital state of Kuching. Here you can eat at neat and cheery cafes or try some traditional Malay food. The choice is yours. Three of the most popular cafes in Kuching are Life Cafe, King Top Cafe and Juat Biang Caf all serving the usual cafe fare.

For Oriental food theres the Ming Joo and Fook Hoi restaurant. Good Indian grub can be had at Sri Shan Curry and some excellent satay dishes at Madli Satay.

Staying in Kuching, the seafood at the Sea Horse Bistro is highly popular with tourists.
In Miri there are some good dining options too Tanjong Seafood Restaurant has a good reputation and often packed at weekends. Sendha Sadhu has some very interesting dishes on its menu with an Asian/Oriental theme while non carnivores can indulge at the Vegetarian Delight. The place to go for Indian food in Miri is Jhansi Curry House.

Elsewhere, Kapit is home to the quaint Madam Mas Kitchen, and the Orchad Inn (Oriental).
Other eateries are dotted in and around the various other small towns in the state and each of the National Parks has an in-house restaurant too.

Throughout the state of Sabah youll be presented with excellent eating options. There are usually a variety of top end restaurants to hawker vendors selling excellent street food. All you need is a little money and a big appetite to get your fill.

Of course, the capital of Kota Kinabalu has some very good restaurants. Banana leaf food (usually Indian style curries) are very popular in this region and some of the best can be had in Jothys Banana Leaf Restaurant. You can try fresh seafood at reasonable prices at either the Ocean Seafood Restaurant or Kam Boh Seafood Restaurant.

The most authentic Italian food to be found in the city is at Little Italy which offers freshly made pastas, pizzas and accompaniments.

For traditional Malay food that can please even the stingiest of budgets you should head to Restoran Sempelang a full meal can be hand for under $5!
For something a little more opulent and comfortable (not to mention pricey), some of the best views throughout the city can be had at the Revolving Restaurant. The food isnt bad either.

Excellent Japanese food can be had at Wagamama, while some very good Indian food is available at Kohinoor.

Other places to eat outside the capital are also abundant. Sandakan boasts one of the finest seafood restaurants in the state in Trig Hill, while Fat Cat offers more traditional Malay food at fair prices.

Semporna has the Pearl City Eatery which has some cracking Malay and Chinese cuisine.