Perhentian Islands Culture

Other than the owners and staff of the numerous cabin-style resorts that dot the islands, the islands’ only permanent inhabitants live in a small fishing village on Kecil. As Malaysia is a predominantly Muslim country, it makes perfect sense that the locals on the island are too. They locals are very conservative and the consumption of alcohol and wearing of immodest clothing on the island are discouraged. In order not to offend local inhabitants, tourists are advised to consume alcohol discreetly and to wear one-piece bathing costumes. However, no penalties are imposed on tourists for ‘breaches’ of the local customs.

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