Malaysia travel guide

First, the preparation before traveling to Malaysia

1, visa

(1) For sightseeing in Malaysia, you can generally apply for a 30-day tourist visa, which can be applied at Malaysian embassies and consulates in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Kunming. The process is very simple, and you can do DIY completely. The following materials are required when applying:

A. passport. The remaining term is more than 6 months.

B, my 2-inch color ID photo 1 piece.

C, RMB 80 yuan.

D, the completed form. Fill in two forms and get them free of charge at the consulate visa office.

After completing the visa formalities, the consulate/embassy will give you a receipt, and you can get your passport and visa according to the time on the receipt. Generally speaking, three working days is desirable. After obtaining a visa, the visa is valid for three months. After entering the country, a customs clearance stamp will be affixed, and generally a 30-day stay period will be given. If you need to stay longer, you can put it forward when you apply for a visa.

(2) If you take part in a tour organized by a travel agency, or it is inconvenient for you to apply for a visa, you can also apply for a visa from a travel agency, but generally you need to charge a certain handling fee.

(3) You can also apply for a free transit visa. You can stay in Malaysia for 5 days with a visa. When you apply for a visa, you need to show your ticket to leave Malaysia within 5 days. The transit visa on your passport will indicate the flight number and departure date.

2. Luggage and equipment: passport, cash, credit card, air ticket, short-sleeved underwear, toiletries, adapters (Malaysia uses British three plugs, and the voltage is the same as that of Chinese mainland, so adapters are needed), cameras, notebooks, pens, mosquitoes are afraid of water, commonly used drugs, slippers (Malaysia is hot all year round, and people in the streets wear slippers), sunscreen, swimsuits, etc.

The green man reminds me: it is recommended to bring a thin coat and trousers. First, it is convenient to wear where there is air conditioning. Second, some mosques in Malaysia require clothes to cover elbows and pants to cover knees.

3. Exchange

In Malaysia, it's convenient to exchange RMB for Malaysian ringgit, and you don't need to bring US dollars. It is recommended to exchange 50RM at the airport after arrival, and then exchange it in the city. In the shop opposite Backpackers Travellers Inn in Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur, the exchange rate is good, once as high as 0.535, which is highly recommended. Other places in Malaysia have convenient currency exchange, including Cameron Plateau and Langkawi, but Tamagni Gallas seems to have not seen any currency exchange places.

Step 4 communicate

DIGI's SIM card can be bought in KL Central, Kuala Lumpur, and 8.5RM includes 5RM telephone charges. DIGI is a relatively large communication company in Malaysia, and the tariff is OK. Someone said before that they could not find the 8.5RM DIGI card with 5RM phone charges, but only found the 5RM 18.5RM DIGI card. I suggest you look for it more, because according to MM who sells cards, the difference between 18.5RM card and 8.5RM card is that the number of the former is more beautiful.

■ tariffs

The charge for DIGI to call China is 0.36RM for mobile phone and 0. 18RM for fixed line. Mobile phone answering in Malaysia is free. China Mobile charges 1 yuan 1 for sending short messages to Malaysian mobile phones. In China, it's very cheap for Shenzhouxing to call Malaysia after dialing 12593, which costs only 39 cents a minute.

■ Surfing the Internet

Some hotels provide free Internet access (rarely), while others have to find Internet cafes. Backpackers Travellers Inn in Kuala Lumpur charges for surfing the Internet, 1RM 15 minutes (4RM/ hour), while Internet cafes in Chinatown only need 2.5RM/ hour. Tanah Rata (base camp, you go to Cameron's town) in Cameron seems to have only one Internet cafe, 3.5RM/ hour, and all computers are very new. Penang didn't find an internet cafe, so I went online for free at the guesthouse. Langkawi Internet Cafe 3RM/ hour. Malacca is full of Internet cafes, and the prices are reasonable. Tamani Galla is more expensive, maybe about 4RM/ hour.

Second, self-help tours in Malaysia must be done.

1. Walking on the creaking long suspension bridge in Taman Negara National Park-you must try to keep a good balance.

2. Dive in the clear sea water far from the shore of the Perhentian Islands, and let colorful fish accompany you.

3. Drink a cup of fresh brewed plateau tea in Cameron Plateau and hike in the tea garden-Boh, a garden tea with many years of history. There is a shop that buys you all kinds of black tea.

In the night market in Kuala Lumpur, the lights are brightly lit, and I bargain with Malaysian vendors.

3. Go to Malacca to experience the past and taste the famous Satay hot pot at home and abroad.

4. Go diving in Langkawi to watch the sunset and enjoy a heavenly life.

7. See the harmony between the modern world and Penang's narrow streets and dilapidated businesses, and taste Hainan chicken rice.

3. Introduction of main attractions of self-help tour in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur 1

Kuala Lumpur has both the luxury of a modern metropolis and the charm of antique. Customs and traditions have their own characteristics, and the vitality of multiculturalism is endless, which fully demonstrates the unique charm of multi-ethnic harmony and pioneering in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur's glory today makes it hard to imagine her past frustrations. After years of flooding and colonial rule, Kuala Lumpur has rapidly evolved from a disaster-stricken ruin into a modern metropolis that plays an important role in Southeast Asia, and its rapid development is a miracle.

2. Melaga

Two hours' drive south from Kuala Lumpur, we arrive at a beautiful coastal city: Malacca, a historic city in Malaysia. There is also a touching legend about the name of Malacca: In 58 1 year, defeated by the Boyi Dynasty in the Manchu Dynasty in Java, the prince of Sumatra, who had left his hometown, led many people to flee to the north and came to a piece of land in the Malay Peninsula. When the prince came ashore, he saw a rat deer fighting with a wild animal. The prince is very worried about the weak rat deer. However, to the prince's surprise, the rat deer finally won under a tree. The prince was very happy and gained strength from it. He decided to stay in this land and rebuild his dynasty. He asked his men what kind of tree it was. His men said it was a Malacca tree, so the prince named the land "Malacca", which has been used ever since. Zheng He made seven voyages to the Western Ocean and arrived in Malacca six times, and used it as the material transshipment center of the fleet. Today, there are Sanbao Temple in memory of Zheng He and Li Hang Pojing excavated by Zheng He to solve the drinking water problem of local residents.

3.penang

Seen from the map, Penang lies quietly on an island in the northwest corner of Malaysia, with the Indian Ocean on one side and the Straits of Malacca on the other. Everything is in line with imagination. In earlier centuries, it was the most important transit point on the China-India route. Since then, Penang has become a holiday resort, and its special history has created its unique culture with various eastern and western customs. Penang people love the old, and downtown Georgetown is also listed as a world cultural heritage. This is a town more nostalgic than Macau. Here, a century-old house can be used as a homestay, and the special food that was thought extinct can also be found in the most prosperous morning market. People here are also loyal to their own cities for forty years.

4. Cameron Plateau

In hot weather, the Cameron Plateau exudes coolness and freshness everywhere, especially for ordinary people who are depressed and flustered by the hot air in the lowlands. Only this difference between heaven and earth can make people understand. One hundred years ago, British officers and gentlemen who were sent to Malaya, a country that has been like summer for many years, traveled all over the barren hills and explored this place where they could enjoy the cool. It turns out to be so reasonable.

5. genting highlands

Genting highlands is a newly developed tourist summer resort in Malaysia, also known as Ren Zhen Plateau. Because the clouds in the mountains make people feel like they are in the clouds, it was renamed.

Step 6 berth by the island

The berthing island belongs to Guarabesute Island, which is composed of two islands: Bersars Island and Kizil Island. Like Relang Island, the tourist season here is March -65438+ 10, and the island may be closed at other times. Compared with Relang Island, the later developed berthing island is more primitive and beautiful, and you can enjoy a quiet and long holiday. This is a wonderful paradise, with large white beaches, blue-green waters and dense forests in the interior. The sea water is pure and transparent, and colorful tropical fish seem to float in the air. The two islands have their own advantages, and the island is highly praised by backpackers, self-help and low price. The big island is quieter and has better conditions, but the cost is slightly higher. There are no banks and public telephones on Anchorage Island, but there is a cell phone signal. The anchorage island is a national marine park, and everyone who enters here has to pay an entrance fee of RM 5.

7. heatwave island

When it comes to heat wave island, you can't help but talk about summer mammy tea. With the popularity of movies, this tropical island has added a bit of romance and become one of the favorite holiday destinations for couples. On Rexing Island, you can not only walk on the long white sand beach, or watch turtles swim in the water and count the waves, but also dive into the water to play with tropical fish and explore the secrets of the tropical rain forest.

8. Langkawi

Langkawi once left a record when Zheng He went to the Western Ocean, which was called Langya. Although it is only a small island, its popularity has eclipsed Kedah, where it is located.

Fourth, Malaysian cuisine.

Malaysia has great food. As Malaysia is mainly composed of three ethnic groups, the cuisine is mainly composed of Malaysian food, Indian food and Chinese food. China City in Kuala Lumpur has great Chinese food, specifically Cantonese food. Wonton Noodles is very good and authentic, even more authentic than many places in Guangzhou now. The asking price is 3.5RM. Near BACKPACKERS TRAVELLERS INN CHINA in TOWM, China, there is a very powerful chicken stew rice, 7RM, which is very rich and delicious. On the second floor of Pasadeni (Central Market), there is a dining place like the top floor of China Supermarket, and there are also various dishes. In addition, Indian food is very cost-effective in Tanarra Tower in Cameron Plateau.

Highly recommended must-try foods:

Indian food! Cheap and delicious. Indians are very kind. 5.5RM gives you a piece of chicken bigger than the original chicken, and there are various curries to choose from.

Baku tea powder/noodles (Malaysian specialty)

Stewed chicken rice (in KL Chinatown, it is not difficult to find it yourself, it seems that there are Portuguese grilled fish)

Egg tart (I ate an ugly but delicious egg tart near Blissful House in Penang, 1.2RM).

Hainan Chicken Rice (more in Penang)

Corn cups (don't miss it! Langkawi Wharf sells best. )

Roti+ eggs (Indian pancakes with eggs, great love! Excellent choice for breakfast! )

Verb (abbreviation for verb) Matters needing attention in Malaysia's free travel

1, conference ceremony

The traditional Malay greeting ceremony is very unique. When they meet, they will hold each other's hands with both hands and rub each other, and then move their right hands to their hearts. For unfamiliar women, you shouldn't just reach out and ask for a handshake. Men should nod or bow slightly to women and take the initiative to make oral greetings. But now Western handshake is the most common greeting in Malaysia, which can be used by Malays, China or Indians.

Step 2 eat

Malays avoid eating pork and drinking alcohol. When dining in a Malay restaurant, if you see a big kettle on the dining table, don't mistake it for a teapot for drinking water. In fact, the water in it is used for washing hands. Malays usually grasp food with their right hands, so washing hands before and after meals is the etiquette at Malay table.

Step 3 visit

In Malaysia, you must take off your shoes before entering the homes of Malays, China or Indians, unless the owner allows you. When visiting a Malay family, if the host arranges to sit on a mat on the floor, men should sit cross-legged while women should sit with their legs tilted to the left.

4. clothes

The traditional clothes of Malay men and women are: men wear collarless shirts, trousers, short sarong around their waists, a "loose ancient" hat and leather shoes. A lady's dress is also a blouse and sarong, as wide as a robe, and is covered with a monochromatic bright scarf. In Malaysia, people generally don't wear yellow clothes except members of the royal family. Nowadays, for the convenience of work, migrant workers generally wear light-colored suits, and only wear traditional clothes when they come home from work or visit relatives and friends or major festivals. On various formal occasions, men can wear long-sleeved Buddy shirts in addition to national costumes or suits. Batty shirt is a long-sleeved shirt made of batik cloth, which is thin and cool. Now it has gradually replaced the traditional Malay costume and become Malaysia's "national costume".

5, other taboos or etiquette

Don't point your index finger at others. If you want to indicate the direction, you can only use your thumb. Don't use your left hand when greeting, shaking hands, giving gifts or receiving things with Malays. It is disrespectful to pick up things or say hello with your left hand. Malays are afraid of people touching their heads. No one can touch anyone's head except the teacher or the religious ceremony. Don't show your feet in front of others. Pointing them at others is an insult.