DestinationsFrom the world's longest zip coaster to an enchanting trail through Langkawi's rainforest, here's five reasons to visit Malaysia.

5 newest must-visit spots in Malaysia

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The world’s longest waterslide is at Penang, Malaysia.
The world’s longest waterslide is at Penang, Malaysia. Photo Credit: ESCAPE Penang

Malaysia has recently added five new attractions to its tourism offerings, aiming to tap into the pent-up demand for travel following the pandemic. These new sites promise to offer exciting experiences and unique glimpses into Malaysia's culture and history.

1. The Acre by Farm Fresh, Seri Kembangan, Selangor

The Acre by Farm Fresh in Seri Kembangan offers an agrotourism experience, showcasing milk production and farm life, including tractor rides and a vegetable greenhouse.
The Acre by Farm Fresh in Seri Kembangan offers an agrotourism experience, showcasing milk production and farm life, including tractor rides and a vegetable greenhouse. Photo Credit: Facebook/Muhd Adib Azahar

Get a taste of the farm life at The Acre by Farm Fresh in Seri Kembangan, just a short 45-minute drive from downtown Kuala Lumpur. This innovative agrotourism experience, created in partnership with Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), offers visitors the opportunity to witness firsthand how milk is produced, including seeing grazing cattle on the grounds a la Switzerland. Take a tractor ride, visit with the farm animals, and explore the on-site greenhouse that supplies vegetables to the restaurant. The Acre also provides dairy products such as milk and yogurt to local households. Wrap up your visit with a delicious treat of freshly churned ice cream, made right on the farm.

2. Dr Sun Yat Sen’s Heritage Trail, Ipoh, Perak

Explore the historical trail in Ipoh, Perak, connecting Dr. Sun Yat Sen to his supporters and significant sites, marking his quest to end feudal China.
Explore the historical trail in Ipoh, Perak, connecting Dr. Sun Yat Sen to his supporters and significant sites, marking his quest to end feudal China. Photo Credit: Anis Ramli

For history enthusiasts keen to explore the connection between Dr. Sun Yat Sen and Ipoh, Perak, this trail is a must-visit. Known as the Father of Modern China, Dr. Sun Yat Sen's quest to overthrow the Qing dynasty and end feudal China in the 1900s garnered support not just in his home country, but also in Ipoh, where Chinese migrants had settled to work in the tin mines of Kinta Valley. Dr. Sun Yat Sen himself visited Ipoh twice, and this trail marks significant historical sites and buildings connected to him and his supporters. Based on the book "Road to Revolution: Dr. Sun Yat Sen and His Comrades in Ipoh" by Sue Meng Chan, the trail provides a unique opportunity to delve deeper into this fascinating historical connection.

3. ESCAPE Penang

ESCAPE Penang has the world’s longest water slide and the world’s longest zip coaster.
ESCAPE Penang has the world’s longest water slide and the world’s longest zip coaster. Photo Credit: ESCAPE Penang

Looking for a unique thrill in Malaysia? ESCAPE Penang has got thrill-seekers covered with its latest attractions. For starters, Malaysia's first Ski Slope offers the chance to experience skiing in the tropics. This outdoor man-made slope is crafted from special materials that allow skis and snowboards to glide effortlessly without snow. But that's not all - visitors can also enjoy the Dead Sea Pool, where they can float naturally, akin to the experience of the legendary Dead Sea in Jordan. ESCAPE Penang also boasts two Guinness Record-breaking attractions: the World's Longest Water Tube Slide and the World's Longest Zip Coaster. Be sure to add these adrenaline-pumping experiences to your itinerary when you visit.

4. Kedah Digital Library, Alor Setar, Kedah

The Kedah Digital Library is located the city's largest park, boasting beautiful surroundings and practical facilities, including private discussion rooms and VR.
The Kedah Digital Library is located the city's largest park, boasting beautiful surroundings and practical facilities, including private discussion rooms and VR. Photo Credit: Facebook/Kedah Digital Library

Nestled amidst the decades-old raintrees of the city's largest urban park, this "library in a park" is a stunning architectural marvel that is capturing hearts. Housed in a former colonial bungalow, the library boasts an annex building that offers ample space for community events, lectures, and larger meeting groups. With private discussion rooms, spacious working areas, fast internet, and even VR facilities, visitors can indulge in the library's vast collection in comfort and style. The bay windows, each framing a unique view, offer a serene and peaceful atmosphere, connecting visitors to nature while they read, study, or work. This gem of a library is a must-visit for anyone seeking a blend of practical facilities and breathtaking design.

5. Dream Forest Langkawi, Langkawi Island, Kedah

Dream Forest Langkawi offers a multi-sensory, immersive adventure through Langkawi's lush rainforest.
Dream Forest Langkawi offers a multi-sensory, immersive adventure through Langkawi's lush rainforest. Photo Credit: Facebook/Dream Forest Langkawi

In May 2023, Dream Forest Langkawi is set to become Malaysia's first immersive night attraction. Located at the base of the dense forest reserve of Gunung Raya, home to a variety of wildlife such as leaf monkeys, flying foxes, macaque monkeys, and hornbills, this unique multi-sensory attraction promises to take visitors on an unforgettable journey. Through a combination of theatrical light, sound, and illuminations, guests will be immersed in nature walks and interact with the landscape in exciting new ways. Dream Forest Langkawi is a must-visit for anyone seeking a one-of-a-kind experience on this beautiful island.

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