Malaysia

The national flag of Malaysia, known as the Jalur Gemilang, consists of fourteen alternating red and white stripes with a blue canton containing a yellow crescent and a 14-point star. The stripes represent the federation's states and federal territories, blue symbolizes unity, yellow represents the monarchy, and the crescent signifies Islam.

Malaysia officially adopted its national flag on September 16, 1963, following the formation of Malaysia. The design originated from the Federation of Malaya flag adopted in 1950 and was adapted to represent the enlarged federation.

• Official Name: Malaysia
• Capital: Kuala Lumpur
• Continent: Asia
• Population: approx. 35 million
• Official Language: Malay
• Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)

Famous Attractions
• Petronas Twin Towers
• Langkawi
• Mount Kinabalu
• George Town (Penang)
• Batu Caves

Malaysia is renowned for its multicultural society, tropical rainforests and modern cities. Visitors explore the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, relax on Langkawi's beaches, climb Mount Kinabalu, discover the UNESCO-listed historic city of George Town and visit the famous Batu Caves.