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Malaysia is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia. The country is actually a group of islands. With miles of pristine beaches, lush green forests, clear blue sky and a colorful cultural life- all the islands abound in sightseeing places. Consisting of 8 large islands and an approximately 3 million people, Johor is the fifth largest state in Malaysia. This state is also one of the most developed states in Malaysia. Famous for its five national parks, Johor features on the top priority list of every visitor’s must see sightseeing places in Malaysia. Apart from that, this state is well known for the third largest mangrove forest in the world. There are plenty of sightseeing places in Johor, the list includes: Desaru, Johor Bahru, Endau Rompin National Park, Kota Tinggi, Kukup, Muar, Seribuat Archipelago and Tanjung Piai National Park. If you love to play golf, you should then head for the famous golf courses at Dersaru in Johor, Malaysia. Located along the South China Sea, the golf courses are of international quality. You would find the ball traveling a greater distance but do not be surprised if the ball is gone with the wind. Such is the strong wind that comes from the sea. If you are however a contemplative kind, then lie on the beach and let your train of thought run at full speed.
If you are, on the other hand, a nature lover; then pack your bags and set out for Endau Rompin National Park. The jungle is so deep and full of sky touching trees, you would wonder if you could discover a completely new species of animal.
Another famous sightseeing place in Johor is the 34 meter high waterfall at Kota Tinggi. This waterfall roars full voice during the rainy season.
Considered as the southernmost tip of mainland Asia, Tanjung Piai National Park provides you with a unique opportunity to look outside Asia from Johor. This mangrove jungle is the temporary home to thousands of migratory birds like the Sandpiper, Common redshank, Greenshank and countless other varieties. This park is the only place in Johor, where you can watch mangrove crabs and crab eating macaques.
Muar and Kukup are two small villages but often frequented sightseeing place in Johor, Malaysia. You can gorge upon the sea foods in Kukup’s dozens of restaurants built over water. Muar, on the other hand, is a picturesque location ideal for some moments of romantic escape with your special one.
Besides these parks, some other famous parks which are counted as major sightseeing places in Johor are: Mersing Marine Park and Gunung Pulai Recreational forest.
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