25 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Malaysia - Atlas Obscura

Unusual
Attractions
in Malaysia

The 272 steps to the main cave, guarded by Murugan

Batu Caves, Malaysia

Batu Caves

Holy Hindu shrine in an enormous, monkey-filled limestone cavern.

3.2419, 101.6868

Added by Annetta Black

Bestari Jaya, Malaysia

Flashing Fireflies of Kampung Kuantan

Malaysian fireflies create a dazzling display as thousands light up in unison.

3.3619, 101.2965

Niah Caves

Niah Caves

One of the largest caverns in the world has a maw large enough to stack cathedrals in.

3.8312, 113.7539

Added by heatherdoodle

The Pinnacles of Gunung Mulu

Marudi, Malaysia

The Pinnacles of Gunung Mulu

These jagged limestone blades cut out through the canopy of the jungles of Borneo.

4.1320, 114.9190

Added by Max Cortesi

Langkawi Sky Bridge

Langkawi, Malaysia

Langkawi Sky Bridge

This dangerous-looking suspension bridge may have been too unstable to remain open.

6.3500, 99.8000

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Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia

Crystal Mosque

Extravagant mosque honors modern Islam.

5.3167, 103.1167

Added by atimian

Boh Tea Plantation and Factory

Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

BOH Tea Plantation and Factory

This largest tea plantation in south Asia supplies gorgeous vistas alongside most of the tea for the surrounding countries.

4.5120, 101.4794

Added by Vanessa

Johor Bahru, Malaysia

Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Hindu Temple

Malaysia's first and only glass temple.

1.4686, 103.7597

Added by serflac

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Unique
Food & Drink
from Malaysia

Butterfly Pea Flower

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Butterfly Pea Flower

With a squeeze of lemon, this plant can turn any drink into a color-changing mood ring.

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3-D Jelly Cakes

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3-D Jelly Cakes

These clear cakes house intricate scenes of fish, flowers, and more.

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Engkala

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Fruits & Vegetables

Engkala

This creamy, bright pink fruit is known as the "Borneo avocado."

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Pandan Leaf Extract

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Pandan Leaf Extract

This plant adds a hint of vanilla and a wash of brilliant green to any dish.

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