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Day 109- Goodbye Malaysia

Can I start this post by saying, I have loved Malaysia, more than I ever anticipated.

I left Malaysia today and travelled by bus to Singapore. I was actually really sad because I have had an amazing time here (almost a month). Malaysia is somewhere I wasn’t even thinking about going to before I left the UK. It is one of the most diverse and beautiful countries which is seriously underrated. The people are helpful, the food is diverse, the architecture is so mixed and the culture is fascinating. Malaysia is a relatively new country at about 61ish old. Before that there was a time of colonialism. Because of this Malaysia has a very different feel. It almost feels like the multiculturalism that we are accustomed to in London. I really would urge people to consider Malaysia on their travels. It really has something for everyone.

You have the beautiful Kuala Lumpur, loads of good food and a real mix between the old Batu Cave temple and the relatively new Patronas Towers.






Up north there is langkawi which has some beautiful beaches and is the perfect long weekend trip. Let’s not forget the sky bridge (those views!)








South of Langkawi we have Penang, one of the best places for food. So much choice that I dare you not to find something that you like! It also had beautiful hikes and pretty incredible interactive street art! 





On the east side of Malaysia there were The Perhentians, they provided some really fun diving, I could have stayed for weeks (probably months).






Back in central Malaysia there is Taman Negara, an old jungle which is still almost untouched, there are a real mix of hard and easy hikes. It is beautifully green!



Just down the road you get to Cameron Highlands, this is like little Britain (even the weather is a bit colder here). Beautiful tea plantations and strawberry farms! 




From here heading south you get to the gorgeous city of Malacca, I wish I had spent more time here, it is one of those places that all you have to do is turn down a side street to see completely different elements of culture and art.





Good bye Malaysia, I will for sure be back one day! 

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