Who are Malaysians?

Assalamualaikum and Hello Gorgeous. Aloha.

So today I want to introduce to you about Malaysians. Who are the Malaysians actually? Like where they came from? How they look like?

History

Cultures have been meeting and mixing in Malaysia since the very beginning of its history. Malaysia is one of the most strategic location back then because it is situated in the Straits of Malacca which connected the West with the East. During that period, Islam was introduced in the region, arriving along with Gujarat traders from Western India for trading textiles and Malacca became known worldwide as a center for silk and porcelain trading. During the first decade of the 16th century, Malacca was a bustling and cosmopolitan port that attracted hundreds of ships every year. 

So, even back then Malaysia is like one-stop place that you can find good stuffs around the world. If you really really want more info about the history, well you can just click here. So easyyy gojes.

Main race

Malaysia is a multi-racial country that live peacefully on the Earth! So so many races that you can found in Malaysia. I just introduce the main race that made up Malaysians, is that alrightttt???


1. Malay

The Malays that wearing their traditional clothing

The Malay are Malaysia's largest ethnic group, accounting for over half the population and the national language. With the oldest indigenous peoples they form a group called bumiputera, which translates as "sons" or "princes of the soil." Almost all Malays are Muslims, though Islam here is less extreme than in the Middle East. Traditional Malay culture centers around the kampung, or village, though today one is just as likely to find Malays in the cities.  

2. Chinese

Cheongsam

The Chinese traded with Malaysia for centuries, then settled in number during the 19th century when word of riches in theNanyang, or "South Seas," spread across China. Though perhaps a stereotype, the Chinese are regarded as Malaysia's businessmen, having succeeded in many industries. When they first arrived, however, Chinese often worked the most grueling jobs like tin mining and railway construction. Most Chinese are Tao Buddhist and retain strong ties to their ancestral homeland. They form about 35 percent of the population. 

3. Indian

Indians had been visiting Malaysia for over 2,000 years, but did not settle en masse until the 19th century. Most came from South India, fleeing a poor economy. Arriving in Malaysia, many worked as rubber tappers, while others built the infrastructure or worked as administrators and small businessmen. Today ten percent of Malaysia is Indian. Their culture -- with it's exquisite Hindu temples, cuisine, and colorful garments -- is visible throughout the land. 

4. Sabahan and Sarawakian  

The oldest inhabitants of Malaysia are its tribal peoples. They account for about 5 percent of the total population, and represent a majority in Sarawak and Sabah. Though Malaysia's tribal people prefer to be categorized by their individual tribes, peninsular Malaysia blankets them under the term Orang Asli, or "Original People." In Sarawak, the dominant tribal groups are theDayak, who typically live in longhouses and are either Iban(Sea Dayak) or Bidayuh (land Dayak). In Sabah, most tribes fall under the term Kadazan. All of Malaysia's tribal people generally share a strong spiritual tie to the rain forest.

Conclusion

So, how is it to know us? Isn't it unique? Who says we cannot live in unity if we are different with each other? We are just the proof. "No proof, no talk". Alright, I just made it up the quote just like "No money, no talk". Hahaha. I want to hear your thoughts. Please comment below. Thank you. Toodles. I love you Gojes.

Credit to : the awesome page | http://www.geographia.com/malaysia/cultures.html