Malaysia has many world records. Let's have a quick grasp of the following amazing facts related to Malaysia so that you will have a deeper understanding of Malaysia!

#1. Owns The Oldest Tropical Rain Forest In The World

The oldest tropical rain forest in the world (estimated to be more than 130 million years old; older than the Amazon rainforest) is located in the Taman Negara at the junction of Pahang, Kelantan and Terengganu. It covers an area of ​​4343 square kilometres. In addition, the biological ecology in the Taman Negara is quite rich, as there are many rare animals like Malayan tigers, Malayan gaur, Asian elephants, and peacock pheasants in the national park.

Taman Negara also has the longest canopy walkway in the world. Its total length is 530 meters and it is about 45 meters from the ground. This bridge is tied to the tallest Tualang tree in the rainforest with just thick ropes (without any iron or screws at all).

#2. One of the most lightning-fast countries in the world

Malaysia is one of the countries with the most frequent lightning occurrences in the world. Selangor Subang is the most lightning-intensive area in Malaysia! Malaysia is located near the equator. It is hot and rainy in Malaysia throughout the year. The air humidity in Malaysia is relatively high during the global seasonal change. The increase in temperature will lead to an increase in thunderstorms and lightning in coastal areas.

#3. Owns The World's Largest Roundabout 

The world's largest roundabout is in Persiaran Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah (Putrajaya), with a diameter of 3.7 kilometres and as many as 15 entrances and exits. 

#4. Owns The World's First Butterfly Garden

Penang Butterfly Farm was established in 1986. It is the world's first tropical butterfly park. It is now called "ENTOPIA". There are about 120 butterfly species in the park, and there are a total of 4,000 to 5,000 butterflies! 

#5. A Place With The Most Cockroaches In The World

Gua Gomantong in Sandakan, Sabah is the place with the most cockroaches in the world! The reason is that the long-term humid environment in the cave and the accumulation of bat excrement lead to the formation of an environment where cockroaches can easily breed.

Malaysia, we love you and Happy Merdeka Day!