| Johor
is the third largest (19,984 sq km)
and one of the most developed states
in Peninsular Malaysia. It is situated
at the southern tip of the peninsula,
just across the Straits of Johor from
Singapore (with which it is connected
by a road and rail causeway). Johor's
population exceeds two million people,
comprising an ethnic mix of Malays,
Chinese, Indians,
and other groups. Its capital is Johor
Bahru.
Johor possesses a wide range of attractions,
from the exciting metropolitan atmosphere
of Johor Bahru to the forests of Endau-Rompin
Park. The village of Desaru and the
remote and beautiful islands in the
South China Sea are favored by vacationers
seeking a relaxed and natural holiday
environment, while the state's commercial
centres attract businessmen from all
over the world
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