Learn about the most beautiful and best islands in Malaysia
<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">Arabiaweather.com - Ismail Qasimi - Most Arab travelers <strong>to Malaysia</strong> go to Langkawi, but there are many other islands that are magical paradises..and these are the best islands to visit and enjoy their atmosphere.</span></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Redang Island</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Located 45 kilometers off the city of Kuala Terengganu on the east coast of Malaysia, <a href="http://sa.arabiaweather.com/content/%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%81%D9%8A%D8%AF... is the largest of the group of protected islands as it is designated as a no-fishing marine park and has many coral reefs. </p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/redang.jpg" style="width: 640px; height: 480px;" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Langkawi Island</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Popular with locals and tourists alike, its archipelago consists of 99 islands in the Andaman Sea and is close to Thailand. Tourists flock to <a href="http://sa.arabiaweather.com/content/%D9%87%D9%83%D8%B0%D8%A7-%D9%8A%D8%B... primarily for its diverse landscapes, charming beaches, rainforests, mountains, mangrove forests and wetlands, in addition to being a duty-free destination. </p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/langkawi.jpg" style="width: 640px; height: 398px;" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Tioman Island</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> It remains a popular snorkeling and diving hotspot, although it is located in the state of Pahang, but the ways to reach it are by boat from Mersing (Johor state) or from Singapore. It was mentioned by Time magazine as one of the most beautiful islands in the world, and it is also an attractive destination for residents because it is a duty-free island.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/tioman.jpg" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">Perhentian Island</span></strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="line-height: 1.6em;">It consists of two islands,</span> <span style="line-height: 1.6em;">Lesser and Greater</span> <a href="http://sa.arabiaweather.com/content/%D8%A8%D8%B1%D9%87%D9%86%D8%AA%D9%8A... style="line-height: 1.6em;">Perhentian</a> , and is characterized by the presence of the most developed resorts in addition to backpacker hotels in general, and it is one of the favorite local islands for budget travelers. </p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/perhantian.jpg" style="width: 640px; height: 480px;" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Lang Tinga</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> If you are looking for a quiet getaway away from the crowds, then <a href="http://sa.arabiaweather.com/content/%D8%AC%D8%B2%D9%8A%D8%B1%D8%A9-%D9%8... Tengah Island</a> is the place, located between the islands of Redang and Perhentian, a small island that you can circle around by boat in 10 minutes.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/lang%20tengah%20island.jpg" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Sipadan Island</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Located east of the state of Sabah, it is one of the most famous diving sites in the world. It is also the only oceanic island in Malaysia. Divers from all over the world flock to it to explore the rich and diverse marine life, from hammerhead sharks to barracuda. It is also a haven for birds due to its dense vegetation. for tropical birds.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/sipadan%20island.jpg" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Mabul Island</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> It is located in the state of Sabah and is one of the world's most famous spots for underwater macro photography, and it is estimated to be one of the world's most concentrated reserves of small marine life. The island has a variety of places to stay, from backpacker hostels and budget hotels to high-end resorts. </p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/mabul%20island.jpg" style="width: 640px; height: 480px;" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Cabas Island</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Its name literally translates to 'Cotton Island' due to the soft white sand. It is located off the coast of Terengganu and can be reached from the port of Marang, south of Kuala Terengganu. <a href="http://sa.arabiaweather.com/content/%D8%AC%D8%B2%D9%8A%D8%B1%D8%A9-%D9%8... Kapas</a> is an uninhabited island and is turned off during the monsoon period.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/pulau%20kapas.jpg" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Pangkor Island</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Apart from Langkawi, <a href="http://sa.arabiaweather.com/content/%D8%AC%D8%B2%D9%8A%D8%B1%D8%A9-%D8%A... is the only other popular island on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is one of the most upscale islands in the country with an abundance of luxury resorts, it also features the highest point at 1216 meters Pangkor Hill and many Malay and Dutch cultural attractions.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/Pulau-Pangkor.jpg" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p>
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