There’s no shortage of locally made souvenirs that you can take home with you from Malaysia. Each state has its own specialty items, usually hand-crafted by its artisans. Here are our picks of the best souvenirs you can find in the different Malaysian states.
Melaka
- Antiques
- Art and deco pieces
- Handicrafts
- Nyonya beaded shoes (kasut manik)
Kuala Lumpur & Selangor
- Pewter
Kelantan
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• Batik from Kampung Putih, Kubor Kuda and Kampung Badang
• Songket from Kampung Panambang
• Wau (traditional giant kites) from Kampung Kijang
• Silver from Kampung Sireh, Kampung Morak and Kampung Badang
• Wood carvings
Perak
- Labu sayong (a gourd shaped ceramic vessel) from Kampung
Sayong, Kuala Kangsar - Golden thread embroidery
- Earthenware
- Bamboo earrings
- Keris (Malay dagger)
- Handicrafts made from seashells
Sabah
- Ethnic-style crafts
- Beads
- Pearls
Sarawak
- Bamboo mats
- Colourful Sarawak beads
- Pua kumbu textile
- Sarawak vases with ethnic designs
