Malaysia is one of the most developed and adventurous countries in South Asia.. As long as you are here, you are likely to encounter extraordinary things.. Malaysia has always made a name for itself with its countless natural beauties as well as the beauties created by the efforts of humanity.. Whatever the case, this is a wonderful country surrounded by rare features that are our center of attention.. So let’s see what 10 things are unique to Malaysia.
The World’s Largest Flower
Malaysia’s enchanting tropical rainforests contain many strange and wonderful things.. Rafflesia flower, with a diameter of 1 meter and a weight of 10 kilograms, grows only in 4 countries in the world, including Malaysia.. Rafflesia flower found in the remote forests of Borneo is not an exotic species.. It is a parasitic plant because it has no leaves, roots and stems and is truly unique with its appearance.. But do not approach this flower. It has a strong smell, like the smell of manure.
The World’s Largest Cave-Sarawak Cave
The world’s largest cave, the Sarawak cave is located in Mulu National Park and is on the UNESCO World Heritage list.. Located on the island of Borneo, the cave is large enough to accommodate 40 Boeing 747 Airplanes.. It is the largest underground cave in the world as well as the largest underground cave opened to the public.. For this gigantic 162,700-square-metre cave, experts say it’s big enough for a jumbo jet to fly through its center without touching the walls. it is an endemic species. Their most distinctive features are their long noses resembling a proboscis.. They use their noses to communicate. Proboscis, which is among the largest monkey varieties in the world, averages 70 cm in length and 30 kg in weight.. They like to live near water and can swim underwater.. They eat leaves and immature fruit. Ripe fruit sugars somehow ferment in their stomachs, causing deadly bloating.. That’s why they prefer immature fruits..
The World’s Largest Leaf
Having the world’s largest flower, Malaysia is also home to the world’s largest undivided leaf Alocasia macrorrhiza. Located near Sabah Tawau, this non-woody herb is usually found in moist and shady areas of the area.. Largest specimen of Alocasia macrorrhiza found in 1966. The plant was measured to be 3 meters long and 1.9 meters wide. The tuberous roots of the Malaysian plant, also known as elephant ears, can be cooked and eaten.
The World’s Largest and Oldest Tin Mine
In addition to being a popular tourist attraction, Sungai Lembing is officially home to the world’s largest tin mine. During the Sungai Lembing era, it was one of the largest underground tin producers in Asia.. That’s why it caught the attention of the British.. The mine, which was under the control of the British for a short time, was liquidated with the fall in tin prices all over the world.. The mine, which now serves as a museum, is 700 meters deep and has more than 320 kilometers of tunnels.
The World’s Oldest Rainforest-Taman Negara
Taman Negara is the oldest in the world, estimated to be 130 million years old. one of the oldest tropical rainforests. The park is home to rare mammals such as the Malayan tiger, crab-eater, Malayan gaur, and Indian elephant.. It is one of the most popular ecotourism destinations in the country.. There are various activities you can do in Taman Negara.. Activities such as river cruises, observing the wildlife closely, and trekking in the forest are the main ones.
The World’s Largest Roundabout
While continuing the series of the world’s best in Malaysia, we also have the world’s largest roundabout. we learn that here. The length of the junction is 3.4 kilometers. The world’s largest roundabout is built around an area of hills and parks.
World’s Largest King Cobra Snake
The world’s longest cobra snake was found in the Malaysian territory of Port Dickson. The 5.54-metre cobra was later taken to London Zoo, where it grew to a length of 5.71.. Of the 105 land snakes found in Malaysia, 17 are venomous species.
The World’s Largest Cave Temple
Malaysia did not give the first place in this regard, as in many other subjects.. Batu Caves, a Hindu temple, is the largest cave temple in the world.. The cave is 15 kilometers from Kuala Lumpur.. A very high ladder awaits you to climb into the cave, the ladder has 272 steep steps.. Do not think that you will climb the stairs alone, the always hungry monkeys will accompany you on this journey.. As a reward for climbing so many steps, entrance to the cave is free.. Before you enter the cave, a huge statue of the Hindu god Lord Murugan greets you. The statue is 140 meters high and covered with 300 liters of gold paint.
The World’s Largest Tin Producer
The world’s largest tin producer is a company named Royal Selangor, located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.. Royal Selangor is not only the largest producer and retailer of tin, but also owns the largest tin tankers ever built.. Tin, which is mostly used in smartphones, tablets and car parts, is extracted under very difficult conditions.. Tin is extracted from the bottom of the sea by the joint work of manpower and machinery.. Workers dive to the bottom of the sea with a vacuum tool to extract the tin, and that’s where they’re in danger.. An average of one worker dies every week due to landslides occurring at the bottom of the water during the extraction of tin.. This situation is sad, but it is an absolute fact that Malaysia is the first in the world in tin production.
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