The western coast islands, less popular than the those on the oriental coast, will delight the visitors who venture there. Easily accessible from Kuala Lumpur, they present a diversity of landscapes and auras as well as a rich cultural heritage.

In search of the west coast islands

Malaysia is a surprising country in every way. And the cluster of lakes linked to one another that go by the name of Tasik Chini will definitely live up to expectations! If this is not the case, then maybe the lake's monster will leave you speechless; rumour has it that it haunts the depths!

Tasik Chini legends

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Sipadan

Labuk

Turtle island

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I often ask myself what brings tourists to Batu Pahat <a href="/malaysia/">during a trip to Malaysia.</a> Its beach looks out on the most polluted bit of sea in south-east Asia which doesn't make swimming an option and its totally modern architecture is enough to depress the most positive traveller. However, , there is a surprising village not far from Batu Pahat : Minyak Beku. It may not look like anything special at first but its Chinese temple is a truly impressive creation, covered in colourful legendary figures. I also saw the well from which Batu Pahut gets its name, which means "chiselled stone". In effect, the llabour of the Siamese fishermen who chiselled the rocks to find water is rewarded here but you wouldn't want to drink the dirty water. If you want to try something other than local specialties like mee goreng then you can eat French food here.

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