Genting Highlands

Genting Highlands, otherwise known as Resorts World Genting, is a hill resort in Malaysia developed by Genting Group. It is an integrated resort development comprising hotels, casinos and a theme park located in Pahang, Malaysia. Nestled near the border of Selangor within an hour’s drive from Kuala Lumpur, Genting Resort presents a popular weekend getaway from the city heat. On a clear day, the peak overlooks lush valleys of rainforest stretching towards Kuala Lumpur, a breathtaking view for visitors as they enjoy the cooling weather and serene mountain environment.

The fun never stops at Genting, City of Entertainment, perched on the top of cool, breezy Genting Highlands. One big attraction in Genting is the cool weather. Because of the 2,000m altitude, Malaysians like to visit just to enjoy the ‘European’ weather! In the evening, there is spectacular entertainment at the Genting International Showroom or Pavilion, be it a thrilling magic show or an ice-skating extravaganza. There are also opportunities to go shopping at First World Plaza, visit the indoor and outdoor theme parks and feast on a wide range of delicious food at the many restaurants.Since 1971, Genting Highlands has remained the only legal gambling outfit in Malaysia – its very own mini Las Vegas on a mountain top.

 The largest hotel that is The First World Hotel,among the many resorts in Genting Highlands has a place in the Guinness Book of World Records for the most number of rooms. It has 6,118 rooms in total.

Today, Genting Highlands is one of the most popular highland tourist destinations in Malaysia, attracting visitors from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and all over the world.

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