Located in the heart of South East Asia, Malaysia is divided into Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia. The capital, Kuala Lumpur, lies midway along the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia and represents the cultural, commercial and transportation center of Malaysia.

Kuala Lumpur has become a metropolitan center and the largest city in Malaysia with a population of over 1.3 million. Malays, Chinese and Indians comprise the multicultural population. The ethnic diversity can be seen in the customs and religious beliefs, as well as languages, cuisines, and architecture.

Known as KL to the locals, the city is a heady mix of history and culture intertwined with mushrooming skyscrapers and office towers. Buzzing with life from morning to night, explore the diverse shopping to the vibrant nightlife to its historical heritage – Kuala Lumpur has something for everyone.

Foreign travellers entering Malaysia are required to have a valid passport, visa (if applicable), return ticket or onward travel, and completion of the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) 3 days prior to departure. For more information, please visit Immigration Department of Malaysia.