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Location
Western Peninsula Malaysia.

Dialling code
60.

Population
1.5 million (city); 2 million (metropolitan area).

Time zone
GMT + 8.

Electricity
220 volts or 250 volts AC, 50Hz; three-pin flat plugs are standard.

Average January temperatures
32°C (90°F).

Average July temperatures
32°C (90°F).

Annual rainfall
2,700mm (105 inches).

Cost of Living:

1 Malaysian Ringgit (RM1) = £0.19; US$0.29; C$0.34; A$0.40; €0.21
Currency conversion rates as of January 2009

Special Events:

Thaipusam
January/February
Hindu celebration.
Batu Caves

Chinese New Year
January/February
Temple visits, fireworks, dragon dances.
Chinatown

Federal Territory Day
February
Fireworks, streamers and balloons abound for the city’s birthday.
Throughout the city

F1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix
March
Sepang International Circuit
Website: www.malaysiangp.com.my

Colors of Malaysia
June
Month-long celebration of Malaysian culture featuring traditional performances.
Throughout the city

Merdeka Celebrations
August-September
Month-long festival celebrating Malaysia’s independence.
Throughout the city

Merdeka Eve Celebrations
August
Celebration of Malaysia’s independence with carnival-style festivities.
Independence Square
 
Deepavali
October/November
‘Festival of Light’ is the main Hindu celebration commemorating the triumph of good over evil.
Throughout the city 

Hari Raya Aidilfitri
October
Two days of joyful celebration marking the end of Ramadan.
Throughout the city

Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival
December
Discounted shopping bonanza featuring Malaysian Fashion Week and Made in Malaysia exhibition.
Throughout the city

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