KUALA LUMPUR — Winter is the last thing you would associate Malaysia with. But the idea of a cooling holiday isn’t totally far-fetched at some interesting destinations and attractions in the country. If you need a holiday from our hot and humid climate, here are some places to experience some semblance of winter.
Mount Kinabalu, Sabah
There have been occasional sightings of ice crystals at the peak of Mount Kinabalu. Temperatures at the summit of the tallest mountain in Malaysia can hover between 0C and -2C. However, the ice shouldn’t be mistaken for snow. The naturally cold environment makes it ideal for puddles of water to freeze and form ice sheets.
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