Malaysia: Capital, Flag and Fun Facts

About Malaysia

Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia split into two regions by the South China Sea: Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia on the island of Borneo. It is warm and tropical, with rainforests, mountains and beaches. It is known for giant flowers, huge caves and a rich mix of cultures and foods.

About Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur grew from a tin-mining settlement founded around 1857 where the Klang and Gombak rivers meet; its name means 'muddy confluence'. Its skyline is famous for the Petronas Twin Towers.

Fun facts about Malaysia

1. The Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, about 452 metres tall, are the world's tallest twin skyscrapers.
2. The Sarawak Chamber in Gunung Mulu National Park is the largest known cave chamber in the world by area.
3. Tanjung Piai, in the state of Johor, is the southernmost point of mainland Asia.
4. Mount Kinabalu, 4,095 metres tall, is Malaysia's highest peak and stands in a UNESCO World Heritage park.
5. Malaysia's king is chosen for a five-year term from among nine hereditary state rulers.
6. Some Rafflesia flowers growing in Malaysia reach up to 1 metre across, among the largest flowers in the world.