Kuala Lumpur (simply called KL by its locals) is the capital of Malaysia, boasting gleaming
skyscrapers, colonial architecture, charming locals, and a myriad of natural attractions. The city is alsohome to British colonial-era landmarks such as the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station and the Sultan Abdul
Samad Building. Kuala Lumpur lies in a hilly country astride the confluence of the Kelang and Gombak
rivers; its name in Malay means “muddy estuary.”
the climate is equatorial, with high temperatures and humidity that vary little throughout the year. June and
July is the driest month.
Malays, who are Muslim, are the city’s largest ethnic group. Islam is the predominant religion in the city.
The official language of the country is Malay. The currency in Kuala Lumpur is the Malaysian ringgit. Its
rate in USD goes at 1 MYR is equal to 0.241474 USD.
Now let’s get into the sites you should not miss when you are in Kuala ;
Wilayah Mosque | Also known as the Federal Territory Mosque or blue mosque. It is a must-see
site in KL, especially for its iconic architecture. It is normally open to non-Muslim visitors
between 10 am and 6 pm. Access is free.
Then, Hou Temple | The Thean Hou Temple is a six-tiered temple of the Chinese sea goddess
Mazu located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is located on 1.67 acres of land atop Robson Heights
on Lorong Bellamy, overlooking Jalan Syed Putra. It was completed in 1987 and officially opened
in 1989. It is colorful and has iconic architecture too. You can also enjoy views from the top of
the temple
Despite Islam being the main religion, other religious beliefs are accepted and free to coexist.
There’s diversity in religion. Buddhism is the second-biggest faith in KL, with around 20% of the
population.
Klang Gates Quartz Ridge | The Klang Gates Quartz Ridge is a quartz dyke that runs northeast of Kuala Lumpur and the state of Selangor, Malaysia within the Bukit Lagong-KanchingKlang Gates region. With the dimension of more than 14 km long and 200 m wide, it is the
longest quartz formation in the world
PETRONAS Twin Towers | The city’s landmark, named after Petroliam Nasional Bhd. According
to the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat’s official definition and ranking, they were the
tallest buildings in the world from 1998 to 2004 when they were surpassed by Taipei 101. You
could have a drink on the rooftop at sunset as you enjoy the view. You get to find many dining
options around. Its view is most magnificent at night.
Sunway City Kuala Lumpur | Sunway City Kuala Lumpur is one of Malaysia’s must-visit
destinations with a vast array of entertainment, leisure, and lifestyle attractions seamlessly
integrated across 800 acres offering all-inclusive convenience. With over 42 million visits every
year, this wasteland-turned-wonderland city is also home to Asia’s Best Attraction Sunway
The lagoon theme park, the massive Sunway Pyramid Mall, and a collection of Sunway hotels with
some 1,500 rooms. Sunway City Kuala Lumpur also encompasses world-class education and
healthcare facilities and is named Malaysia’s first fully integrated sustainable city as certified by
Green Building Index.
Sky Deck KL Tower | At 300m above the city, a viewing deck popular for panoramic photos
taken from the glass SkyBox.
Batu Caves | Batu Caves is a limestone hill that has a series of caves and cave temples in
Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia. It takes its name from the Malay word Batu, meaning ‘rock’. The
hill was originally known as Kapal Tanggang from the legend of Si Tanggang. The town nearby is
named after the Batu Caves limestone formation. As you walk in the caves you get to see
animals such as monkeys and many wild birds.
Merdeka Square | Literally Independence Square, it was formerly known as the Selangor Club
Padang or simply the “Padang” and was used as the cricket green of the Selangor Club.
KLCC Park | The KLCC Park is an urban park in Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The park has been designed to provide greenery to Petronas Twin Towers and the areas
surrounding it.
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia | The Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia was officially opened on 12
December 1998. The museum is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s tourist belt amidst the
lush greenery of Perdana Botanical Gardens and within walking distance to the National Mosque,
Bird Park and National Planetarium.
(please note that all pictures used are not mine)
It’s a lot to explore in KL. You’ll need a few days to ensure you visit most of the places. You
should not also miss wandering in the shopping malls, for KL is known for its luxurious shopping.
Also, visit the markets such as Central Market and little India to explore and get yourself some
beautiful Malaysian crafts.
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