Geography
Where is Malaysia located?
Malaysia is located in Southeast Asia and is divided into two main regions: Peninsular Malaysia, which is situated on the Malay Peninsula and shares a land border with Thailand, and Malaysian Borneo, located on the island of Borneo and bordered by Indonesia and Brunei. It also shares maritime borders with Singapore, Vietnam, and the Philippines.
What separates Peninsular Malaysia from East Malaysia?
The South China Sea
Which mountain range forms the backbone of Peninsular Malaysia?
The Titiwangsa Mountains
What is the highest mountain in Malaysia?
Mount Kinabalu (4,950 meters)
What is the name of the river that flows through Kuala Lumpur?
The Klang River
Culture and History
What is the official language of Malaysia?
Bahasa Melayu
What are the three main ethnic groups in Malaysia?
Malays, Chinese, and Indians
What is the name of the traditional Malay house?
Kampung
What is Malaysia's national flower?
The hibiscus
What is the traditional dance of the Orang Asli, Malaysia's indigenous people?
The Aseanak
Food and Fun
What is the national dish of Malaysia?
Nasi lemak (rice cooked in coconut milk with various side dishes)
What is a popular street food in Malaysia?
Satay (skewered meat grilled over charcoal)
What is the name of the iconic twin towers in Kuala Lumpur?
The Petronas Twin Towers
What is a popular recreational activity in Malaysia?
Hiking in the rainforest
What is the name of the annual festival celebrating Malaysia's diverse cultures?
Hari Malaysia (Malaysia Day)
Animals and Nature
What is the national animal of Malaysia?
The Malayan tiger
What is the largest flower in the world found in Malaysia?
The Rafflesia
What is a unique rainforest ecosystem found in Borneo?
The peat swamp forest
What is a protected marine park in Malaysia known for its coral reefs and sea turtles?
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
What is the name of the tallest mountain in Peninsular Malaysia?
Gunung Tahan (2,707 meters)
Sports and Achievements
What is the national sport of Malaysia?
Sepak takraw (a rattan ball kicked with the feet, knees, chest, and head)
Who is the most famous Malaysian badminton player?
Lee Chong Wei
What is the name of the tallest building in Malaysia currently under construction?
Merdeka 118
What is the official motto of Malaysia?
"Bersekutu Berjaya" (Unity is Strength)
What year did Malaysia gain independence from the British?
1957
Random Facts
What is the nickname for Kuala Lumpur?
KL
What is a popular souvenir from Malaysia?
Batik cloth
What is the currency of Malaysia?
The Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
What is the time zone in Malaysia?
GMT+8
What is the capital of Malaysia?
Kuala Lumpur (although the administrative capital is Putrajaya)