Malaysia: flag, capital and facts

Malaysia is a country in East & Southeast Asia (Asia). Its capital is Kuala Lumpur. Population — 35,557,673. Area — 330,803 km². Below: the flag, the key facts and easy ways to remember them.

The flag of Malaysia

Stripes like the USA, but with a crescent moon and a star.

The capital of Malaysia — Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur is the capital; the seat of government is Putrajaya. Kuala Lumpur sounds a bit like 'koala' — but koalas live in Australia, not here!

Facts about Malaysia

Capital: Kuala Lumpur
Continent: Asia
Region: East & Southeast Asia
Population: 35,557,673
Area: 330,803 km²
Currency: MYR (RM)
Status: UN member state
Coordinates: 2.5°, 112.5°

How to remember the name

The nameMalaysia is a big peninsula plus many little islands — 'May-lay-sia'.

Did you know?

The Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur were once the tallest buildings in the world.

Flags that look alike

These flags are easy to mix up with the flag of Malaysia — in the game they are trained side by side, so the difference sticks.

Other countries of East & Southeast Asia

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