Johor, the southern gateway is the third largest state in Peninsular Malaysia. Covering an area of 19,984 square kilometres at the southern end of the peninsula, it shares borders with the states of Pahang to the north and Malacca and Negeri Sembilan to the west. A causeway carrying a road and railway line connects the state capital Johor Bahru, to Singapore in the south. A second road link across the Johor Straits has also been opened connecting Tanjing Kupang in Johor to Tuas in Singapore.


Those who wish to sail around Johor's inlets and coves can do so in the waterways off its southern coast. For holilday makers seeking to bask in the tropical sun or explore underwater worlds, they can choose from the well-known beach resort of Desaru or the beautiful islands off the east coast of Johor. The marine parks of Johor are centred around the islands of Pulau Sibu, Pulau Aur, Pulau Tinggi, Pulau Besar, Pulau Tengah, Pulau Hujong and Pulau Rawa.