Kaki Bukit, Perlis

Perlis, Malaysia's smallest state, offers a peaceful, rural lifestyle with a strong agricultural heritage, particularly known for rice and sugarcane cultivation, and increasingly, high-value crops like the "harum manis" mango. While agriculture, forestry, and fishing have traditionally dominated its economy, the service sector now accounts for the majority of its output, with growing investments in green manufacturing, halal industries, and renewable energy, especially solar. The climate is tropical monsoon, generally warm year-round with temperatures ranging from 21°C to 32°C, and a rainy season from May to December. The cost of living in Perlis is considered low, with average monthly expenses for a single person around $650 including rent, contributing to a calm and unhurried pace of life.