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- Malaysia
- Hill Resorts
Hill Resorts
Located along the main mountain range of Peninsula Malaysia are
several resorts perched in the hills that offer a respite from the
heat and humidity and a refreshing break from city life. Popular
with tourists and locals alike, the hill resorts each have their
own revitalizing charm and offer a range of activities,
accommodation and attractions.
The Cameron Highlands is the largest and most refined of the
hill resorts. Its cool climate is favourable for crops and it is
known as Malaysia's 'Green Bowl', supplying the country with a
variety of fruit and vegetables. The most developed resort is
Genting Highlands, a popular respite from Kuala Lumpur over
weekends, and packed with entertainment options. In contrast,
Fraser's Hill offers the peace and tranquillity of its natural
surroundings and is the region's smallest resort, while Bukit Larut
is the least visited and therefore the least developed. It
preserves more of the ambience of a traditional colonial hill
station, with its modest accommodation and quiet atmosphere.
Information & Facts
Language
Bahasa Melayu is the national language, but English is
widely spoken and is the language of business. Cantonese, Hokkien
and Hakka are spoken by the Malaysias Chinese population and Tamil,
Malayalam and Hindi among the Indian population.
Money
The Malaysian Ringit (MYR), also referred to as the Malaysian
Dollar, is divided into 100 sen. Malaysian banks charge in the
region of US$2-3 for foreign exchange transactions. Moneychangers
are generally quicker to deal with and do not charge commission;
their rates however are variable. Pounds or dollars are the easiest
to exchange. Travellers cheques can be exchanged at banks and some
hotels. All major credit cards are accepted at upmarket hotels,
shops and restaurants. ATMs are widely available.