When it comes to shared history and traditions, some countries stand out as remarkably similar.
Incredible ASEAN recently crowned Malaysia and Indonesia as the World’s Closest Cultural Twins 2024.
What Makes M’sia & Indonesia Cultural Twins?
According to Incredible ASEAN Facebook post, the two countries share a Malay-based linguistic foundation, intricate batik and songket textiles, Islamic customs, and a rich maritime heritage.
The Complete Top 10 Rankings
Incredible ASEAN also shared the full list of cultural twins across the globe. Here’s the ranking:
- Malaysia and Indonesia (Asia)
- Thailand and Laos (Asia)
- North and South Korea (Asia)
- China and Taiwan (Asia)
- India and Nepal (Asia)
- Saudi Arabia and Yemen (Asia)
- Austria and Germany (Europe)
- Spain and Portugal (Europe)
- Sweden and Norway (Europe)
- Australia and New Zealand (Australia)
Asia Dominates the List
It’s no surprise that Asia dominates the top rankings of the World’s Closest Cultural Twins.
Besides Malaysia and Indonesia taking the crown, other pairs like Thailand and Laos, North and South Korea, and India and Nepal also showcase the region’s shared cultural vibrancy.
The list isn’t limited to Asia. European countries like Austria and Germany, as well as Sweden and Norway, also made the list, reflecting their shared histories and close geographical ties.
While Malaysia and Indonesia share many cultural similarities, each country has uniquely preserved its own traditions.
This diversity within similarity is what makes the connection even more fascinating for both locals and tourists.
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