Kuala Lumpur & Beyond
1. PETRONAS Twin Towers
An iconic building of KL, the PETRONAS Twin Towers is the world’s tallest twin structure, standing 452-metres tall and 88-storeys high. A Sky Bridge links the towers at Levels 41 and 42, 175m above street level. Be sure to visit this magnificent architecture when you visit KL! Limited tickets to enter Sky Bridge are sold daily, so do purchase the tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
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2. Menara KL Tower
Atop the Bukit Nanas (Pineapple Hill) Forest Reserve, Menara KL Tower is another famous landmark in Kuala Lumpur. Head up to the observation deck at 276 metres above ground to experience the most spectacular view of the metropolitan city.
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3. Chinatown
Located in Petaling Street, Chinatown is another popular tourist spot in KL that retains much of its oriental culture and heritage. Revel in this town when the street transforms into a vibrant night market with a great variety of bargain products and delectable local delights which you will not want to miss. Explore also temples further down the Street, such as the Chan See Shu Yuen Temple and Sri Maha Mariamman Temple.
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4. Aquaria KLCC
After visiting the Twin Towers, embark on a journey of marine life discovery at KLCC’s world-class aquarium, which is only a walking distance away! Here you will find more than 5,000 different exhibits of aquatic and land-bound creatures. Interactive feeding shows are also scheduled throughout the day. For the adventurous, head to the Touchpool area where you can come into contact with live starfish and bamboo shark.
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5. Batu Caves
The Batu Caves is one of the holiest shrines in Malaysia and a main tourist attraction of KL. A Hindu God statue sits at the entrance of the Batu Caves, beside the 272-steps which leads you to the top of the caves. Thousands of worshippers and tourists visit the Batu Caves, especially during the annual Hindu festival of Thaipusam. These caves are a definite must-visit when you are in Kuala Lumpur.
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6. Central Market
A few minutes’ walk away from Petaling Street, explore the famous landmark for Malaysian Culture, Heritage and Art & Craft - the Central Market. What used to be a wet market is now transformed into an award-winning tourist attraction and retail space. Here you can find a variety of handicrafts, souvenirs shops and also authentic Batik merchandise. While shopping, you may chance upon multi-cultural performances or celebrations at the Outdoor Stage.
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7. Thean Hou Temple
Set on top of Robson Hill is one of the largest Chinese temples in South-East Asia – Thean Hou Temple. Many visit this Temple to worship Thean Hou Goddess, the Goddess of Mercy and the Goddess of the Waterfront. Cultural activities such as the Chinese New Year celebration and the Mid-Autumn Festival are also held here. This temple, with its spectacular skyline is also a popular spot for wedding photo-shoots. A marriage registration office is located on the 2nd level of the building.
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8. Royal Selangor Visitor Centre
Located 20 minutes away from the KL city centre, pop by Royal Selangor Visitor Centre at Setapak Jaya and get introduced to the world of pewter craftsmanship through the complimentary guided tours in several languages. Have a go at creating your own pewter products in the workshops available at the School of Hard Knocks and The Foundry!
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9. National Mosque
The National Mosque (Masjid Negar), is one of the largest mosques in Southeast Asia. Its unique and modern design embodies a contemporary expression of traditional Islamic art. The main dome is designed in the shape of an 18-point star which represents the 5 central Pillars of Islam and the 13 states of Malaysia, and with the “semi-opened umbrella” roof symbolising the aspirations of an independent nation.
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10. Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman
Enjoy a remarkable shopping and cultural experience at the shops that currently reside in the pre-war buildings along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (sometimes referred to as Jalan TAR). The shops offer a great variety of clothing materials which are fairly inexpensive. On Saturdays between 5pm to 10pm, this shopping district transforms into a night market (“Pasar Malam”) with vendors selling a variety of goods and local delicacies.
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