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Peninsular Malaysia, Territory in Southeast Asia, Malaysia

Peninsular Malaysia spans 132,490 square kilometers on the southern section of the Malay Peninsula, bordered by Thailand, Singapore, and the Strait of Malacca.

The region transformed from British colonial rule through Japanese occupation during World War II to become part of the Federation of Malaya in 1957.

The territory contains eleven states and two federal territories with a population distribution of 66% Malay, 24% Chinese, and 9% Indian residents.

The western coastal areas contain the main economic centers and urban developments, including the capital city of Kuala Lumpur.

The Titiwangsa Mountains form a central range through the peninsula with Mount Tahan reaching 2,187 meters as the highest elevation point.

GPS coordinates: 4.00000,102.50000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:06

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