Since we have another 4 months to go, stuck in Malaysia, couldn't travel anywhere abroad, everyone started to planning cuti-cuti Malaysia. What I would suggests is, why not take this opportunity to do what most of the Malaysians never done before - conquer all states in Malaysia?
Here's some bucket list of places to visit in each state during this period of time.
#1 | Perlis
The smallest state in Malaysia, with only 819km square area. Despite the size of the state, there's tons of outdoor activities and sights to be explored!
- Gua Kelam
- Bukit Keteri
- Perlis Herbal Forest
- Empangan Timah - Tasoh
- Sunflower Field at Taman Ular Dan Reptilia Perlis
#2 | Penang
One of the top tourists spots in Malaysia, known for their amazing food selection. Some says you can just order anything and still tastes nice. Although as a local Penang lang I don't quite agree, but seems like most of the people do agree with this.
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Cheong Fatt Tze (The Blue Mansion)
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- The Habitat Penang Hill
- Escape Theme Park
- Penang Street Art
- Goddess of Mercy Temple Penang
#3 | Kedah
Consisting of two parts, the mainland and the famous Langkawi island. Not much sight on the mainland part, tbh, but there are plenty on the Langkawi island.
- Langkawi Sky Bridge
- Dataran Lang
- Underwater World Langkawi
- Langkawi Wildlife Park
- Seven Wells Waterfall
- Masjid Zahir, Alor Setar
#4 | Perak
It was known historically for its tin-mining (hoped you still remember your Geography class). There were plenty of historical spots here, including the Dutch Fort, baroque style railway station and Birch Memorial Clock Tower.
- Tempurung Cave
- Sunway Lost World of Tambun
- Taiping Zoo
- Teluk Intan Leaning Tower
- Ubudiah Royal Mosque
- Felda Residence Hot Springs
- Ipoh Mural
- Pulau Pangkor
#5 | Pahang
One of the largest state in Malaysia, with loads of rainforests, mountains and beaches. Here you can find many famous tourists spots, like Pulau Tioman, Cameron Highlands, Genting, Taman Negara and Fraser's Hill.
- Genting
- Cameron Highlands
- Pulau Tioman & Pulau Tulai
- Pine Tree Trail
- Taman Negara National Park Malaysia
#6 | Selangor
Famed for the Hindu shrines at Batu Caves and the blue-domed mosque in Shah Alam city, it is the most developed state in Malaysia.
- Batu Caves
- Sunway Lagoon
- Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Mosque
- Klang Gates Quartz Ridge
- Skytrex Adventure Sg Congkak
#7 | Negeri Sembilan
Located in southwest coast of Malay Peninsula, with amazing outdoors spots like beaches and nature parks.
- Cape Rachado Lighthouse
- Port Dickson
- Jelita Ostrich Farm
- Eagle Ranch Resort
- Jeram Toi
#8 | Melacca
Another famous tourists spot in Malaysia, with rich culture, such as the Peranakan. You can definitely spend a few days here without feeling bored.
- Windmill Dutch Square Melaka
- Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum
- Freeport A'Famosa Outlet Village
- Pantai Klebang
- Jonker Street
- Encore Melaka Impression Series
#9 | Johor
Sitting just across the border with Singapore, with a number of cutting-edge malls, bars and eateries.
- Jalan Tan Hiok Nee
- Istana Besar
- Legoland Malaysia
- Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple
- Johor Premium Outlets
#10 | Teregganu
If you are a beach lover, this is definitely the ultimate place to visit.
- Pulau Redang
- Pulau Perhentian Besar & Kecil
- Pulau Kapas
- Floating Mosque
- Tasik Kenyir
- Masjid Kristal
#11 | Kelantan
A slightly more rural state. One of the most well-known tourists spot here is the Taman Negara (National Park).
- Taman Negara Kelantan Kuala Koh, Gua Musang
- Gunung Setong
- Jelawang Waterfall
- Gunung Ulu Sepat
- Istana Jahar
#12 | Sarawak
The largest state in Malaysia, known for their rugged, dense rainforests, which most of it are protected parkland.
- New Sarawak State Legislative Assembly Building
- Talang-Talang Turtle Island
- Sarawak Cultural Village
- Bako National Park
- Borneo Highlands
- Fort Margherita and Brooke Gallery
- Gunung Gading National Park
#13 | Sabah
Sabah is known for two things, the highest mountain, and the pretty oceans. If you are an outdoor person, you gonna love Sabah.
- Mount Kinabalu
- Mantatani Island
- Kinabalu Park
- Poring Hot Spring
- Semporna Island
