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This is a list of islands of Malaysia. According to the Department of Survey and Mapping, Malaysia, there are 879 islands in the country. The state of Sabah has the most islands with 395 islands within its waters. [1] Apart from that, Malaysia also has 510 offshore geographical features which include rocks, sandbanks and ridges. [2]
Pages in category "Islands of Johor" The following 15 pages are in this category, out of 15 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A. Aur Island; B.
Pemanggil Island Native name: Pulau Pemanggil Pemanggil Island in Johor, Malay Peninsular and Malaysia Show map of Johor Pemanggil Island (Peninsular Malaysia) Show map of Peninsular Malaysia Pemanggil Island (Malaysia) Show map of Malaysia Geography Location South China Sea Coordinates 2°34′52″N 104°19′37″E / 2.58111°N 104.32694°E / 2.58111; 104.32694 Archipelago Malay ...
Kukup Island status as a remote hinterland changed in the 1990s when scientists began focusing on the island's biodiversity a unique ecological characteristics. In the interest of preserving this unique habitat, Kukup Island was gazetted a national park on 27 March 1997 under the Johor State Park Corporation Enactment 1989.
The Aur Island (Malay: Pulau Aur) is an island in Mersing District, Johor, Malaysia. It lies about 76 kilometres (47 mi) east of Mersing Town and is part of the Johor Marine Park. Its corals, lagoons and offshore pools make it a tourist attraction. It has for many years also been a frequent stopover point for fishermen.
The main leisure activities on the island are watersports such as snorkelling and diving, and numerous coral reefs are close to hand. Most of the beach resorts are located on the eastern side of the main island. Sea Gypsy Village Resort and Dive Base and Sibu Island Cabanas are situated on a beach facing Tinggi Island.
In July 2024, the Malaysian Parliament passed five bills designating Forest City Island 1 as a duty-free island. Further plans are in place to expand duty-free categories and apply for exemptions on consumption and import taxes. [20] On September 20, 2024, the government announced incentives for Forest City Special Financial Zone (SFZ). [21]
Rawa Island (Malay: Pulau Rawa) is a coral island in Mersing District, Johor, Malaysia. Nearby islands include Harimau and Mensirip. "Rawa" is the local term for white doves, which are abundant in the island. Rawa is a relatively small island. There are no proper roads, only a few walkways. One side of the island is a beach covered with white ...