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Like any other country with a colonial past, Transportation in Malaysia started to develop during its phase of British colonial rule. Today Malaysia boasts of one of the finest transportation networks in Asia. The country boasts of high quality road and railway network. Malaysia's road network is among the finest in Asia covering 63,445 km. The main highway of the country covers a distance over 800 km reaching the Thai border from Singapore. The network of roads in Peninsular Malaysia is of high quality, however, the road system in Sabah and Sarawak is not as developed as the other parts of the country.
Malaysia also boasts of six international world class airports. Official Airline of Malaysia is Malaysia Airlines, providing international and domestic air service and there are also two more carriers offering domestic and regional flights.
The railway system of the country is state-run, but then the railway network covers only West Malaysia. The railway network covers a total distance of 1798 km of track.
Another mode of transport is extremely popular in Malaysia; within the cities you can avail Light Rail Transit (LRT). It is a boon to the crowded cities of the country as it reduces the traffic load, is safe, comfortable and reliable.
For more information on Malaysia visit Travour.com
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