The Malay Peninsula and Southeast Asia has been a centre for trade for centuries. Various items such as spices and porcelain were actively traded even before Malacca and Singapore rose to importance. But in the 17th century, when the British started to take over as administrators of Malaya, rubber and palm oil trees were introduced for commercial purposes. Over time, Malaya became the world's largest major producer of rubber, tin and palm oil. The major business in Malaysia concentrated on the export of these products. These three commodities, along with certain other raw materials, firmly set Malaysia's economic tempo well in the mid-20th century. In the present context, Malaysia tourism has put it on the global map. The tourism Business in Malaysia is presently the most dominant business and also is the bread earner for many people of Malaysia.
Instead of relying on the local Malays as a source of labor, the British brought in Indians and Chinese to work in the mines and plantation field. Although many of them returned to their respective home countries after the completion of their agreed tenure, some remained in Malaysia and settled permanently. The blue sea, the white sky creates an overwhelming sense of beauty and splendor that attracts tourists to Malaysia from world over. The primary business in Malaysia in today's context is undoubtedly tourism. Almost all the people, directly or indirectly are involved with this business. The emergence of Kuala Lumpur as an international destination for tourists has a profound effect in the economy of Malaysia. Kula Lumpur is also gradually gaining importance as a center for business tourists. Kula Lumpur hotels with there well equipped convention centers and business halls attracts business travelers to fix their meetings in these business hotels.
Even for travelers, the hotels in Malaysia are equipped with all modern facilities and amenities. Moreover, these hotels all provide car rentals for sight seeing and also for every day use. You can even rent a car through out your stay in Malaysia. The hotels also provide wake-up service and airport pick up and drop services. Shopping in Malaysia is another important business in Malaysia. Shopping in Kuala Lumpur is absolute fun and exciting as well. You can enjoy bargain hunting within the comforts of one-stop shopping complexes or the thrill of browsing through the antiques and curio items in establishments in the older parts of the city. If you are in Malaysia, try to enjoy the excitement of the carnival like “pasar malam” or night markets.
Some of the important centers for shopping in Malaysia are: Central market, Petaling Street and Jalam Bander. Here you can shop a variety of items like: clothes, handbags, shoes and textiles at bargain prices. The area is also known for its jewelry items beautifully crafted in gold and set with priceless gemstones. Nepalese traders offer exotic ethnic jewelry, curios, ornaments, wall hangings and teapots from India and Myanmar. The streets are packed with their offerings of dried foodstuff, herbs, flowers, fruits, and herbal remedies.
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