Manukan Inland
Manukan Island is the second largest island in Malaysia's Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park. It's located just off the coast of Kota Kinabalu and is easily accessible by boat. The island is home to some of the most beautiful tropical rainforests in the world and is a must-see destination for wildlife lovers.
The island's 1,500-meter long beach faces a bay with clear, shallow water, making snorkelling a popular activity here. Even non-swimmers can enjoy this pristine water. There are plenty of places to relax on the beach and the island is huge enough to accommodate a large group of people.
Cameron Highlands
If you are fond of tea, Cameron Highlands is a great destination for you. Its climate is ideal for the cultivation of tea and there are many tea plantations in the area. You can visit the BOH Tea Centre and Cameron Valley Tea House to learn about the different varieties of tea and to enjoy a cup of tea with a variety of pastries.
You can reach Cameron Highlands by bus or by train. There are buses that depart from Butterworth, which is also where you can take a ferry to Penang. Otherwise, you can take a train or bus to Ipoh, where you can change buses.
Kuala Terengganu's Chinatown
The Chinatown of Kuala Terengganu is located along Jalan Bandar, in the heart of Kuala Terengganu's city center. The area is near the mouth of the Terengganu River, which empties into the South China Sea.
The Chinatown is also known as Kampung Cina by the locals. It is a row of colorful pre-war buildings, which are said to have been built by Chinese migrants around 200 years ago. The buildings feature elaborate wooden carvings on the windows and large wooden front doors.
Ipoh
The best places to visit in Malaysia aren't in the cities. The countryside offers natural wonders and fascinating history. The city of Kuala Terengganu is situated on the east coast of the country and has a mix of traditional and modern influences. Perhaps its best known attraction is the Crystal Mosque, a structure constructed out of glass, steel, and crystal.
The city is also home to many museums. One such museum is the Han Chin Pet Soo Museum, which is located near the Kinta River. This museum showcases the tin mining history of the Hakka people. It used to be a tin miners' clubhouse, and it has an impressive collection of authentic tin mining equipment. The museum also displays old photos and antiques.
Ipoh's Chinatown
One of the most interesting sights of Ipoh is the Birch Memorial Clock Tower. Known as the biggest Buddhist temple in Malaysia, this landmark is home to more than 200 different statues. It is flanked by a delightful garden and features charming pagodas and ancient stone lanterns.
There are also several night markets, where you can buy local goods and eat street food. The Ipoh Heritage Trail takes around two to three hours to complete and features several beautiful colonial buildings and shop houses that were destroyed during the Second World War. You can opt for a self-guided tour, or you can hire a guide for the trek.
