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Malaysia is located in the heart of Southeast Asia, slightly north of the Equator. Consisting of 127,000 sq. miles (330,200 sq. km), Malaysia is divided into two main regions: - Peninsular Malaysia, which lies just south of Thailand, and East Malaysia, which can be found north of Indonesia on the island of Borneo. |
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There are many considerations about moving to another country. Leaving friends and relatives is not something everyone is willing to do but there are many reasons why relocating to Malaysia or buying a second home there makes sense. |
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Malaysians are usually called by their given names preceded by Mr., Mrs., or Miss. The Chinese use their family names preceded by Mr., Mrs., or Miss. When addressing a titled person you can just use his title without his name. |
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Malaysia has the longest serving democratically elected government in the world and is considered a model of political stability and an inspiration to other countires in Asia. |
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Many of Malaysia's public holidays relate to cultural festivals, the dates of which are not fixed but follow the lunar or Muslim calendar. These include Hari Raya Puasa, the main Muslim festival, a two day holiday celebrating the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadhan. |
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The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO), under the direction of Music Director Kees Bakels, gave its inaugural performance on 17th August 1998 at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS in Kuala Lumpur. Since then, it has consistently impressed and inspired audiences with excellent concerts and has received numerous accolades from visiting artists and guest conductors for its musical quality and energetic vitality. |
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Located in the heart of the city of Kuala Lumpur and set amongst its neighbourhood of historical buildings and romantic parkland, Muzium Negara’s architecture is a fine blend of the traditional Malay style and modern lines. |
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