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Marini’s on 57 is an exclusive Italian ristorante set on the 57th floor of Petronas Tower 3. Located in the heart of the KL city centre, it consists of a restaurant, bar and lounge. In the private elevator the atmosphere is hushed, but when you pass through the front doors the feel turns into one of refined elegance with the sounds of champagne glasses clinking and quiet chatter.
The dining area décor is white with casual, modern furnishings: meanwhile, the bar has art deco furniture and neon lights, and the lounge has a Havana-esque feel with brown leather sofas in different sizes. Paintings from Italian artist, Rosalba Mangione hang on the walls, while floor-to-ceiling windows and a glass roof provide great views of KL.
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Marini's On 57 | Rooftop Bar, Italian Restaurant & Whisky Lounge
Persiaran KLCCMarini’s on 57 is an exclusive Italian ristorante set on the 57th floor of Petronas Tower 3. Located in the heart of the KL city centre, it consists of a restaurant, bar and lounge. In the private elevator the atmosphere is hushed, but when you pass through the front doors the feel turns into one of refined elegance with the sounds of champagne glasses clinking and quiet chatter.
The dining area décor is white with casual, modern furnishings: meanwhile, the bar has art deco furniture and neon lights, and the lounge has a Havana-esque feel with brown leather sofas in different sizes. Paintings from Italian artist, Rosalba Mangione hang on the walls, while floor-to-ceiling windows and a glass roof provide great views of KL.
Troika Sky Dining can be described in one word - impressive. Kuala Lumpur locals are becoming spoilt for choice when it comes to fine dining restaurants with a view, but this venue certainly stands out from the pack. Set in Tower B of The Troika along Persiaran KLCC, it comprises two dining venues and a bar: fusion-focused Cantaloupe, Italian bistro Strato and Claret wine bar.
Popular with young, trendy urbanites, from the outside The Troika blends in with the rest of the city’s industrial skyline, looking like just any other concrete, steel and glass structure. However, inside each of the building’s dining and drinking venues is an entirely different experience with low-key yet stylish design schemes that allow the views to take centre stage.
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The Troika
Persiaran KLCCTroika Sky Dining can be described in one word - impressive. Kuala Lumpur locals are becoming spoilt for choice when it comes to fine dining restaurants with a view, but this venue certainly stands out from the pack. Set in Tower B of The Troika along Persiaran KLCC, it comprises two dining venues and a bar: fusion-focused Cantaloupe, Italian bistro Strato and Claret wine bar.
Popular with young, trendy urbanites, from the outside The Troika blends in with the rest of the city’s industrial skyline, looking like just any other concrete, steel and glass structure. However, inside each of the building’s dining and drinking venues is an entirely different experience with low-key yet stylish design schemes that allow the views to take centre stage.
Thirty8 restaurant is an award-winning dining room, wine bar and lounge all rolled into one. Set on the 38th floor of Kuala Lumpur’s Grand Hyatt Hotel, this venue is clearly one of the city’s best restaurants, and has a diverse menu serving classic Chinese, Japanese and western cuisine that is easy to enjoy.
The ever-so-elegant eatery is market focused to tempt gourmet enthusiasts both local and out-of-towners. The restaurant is wrapped within large windows which offer spectacular 360 degree views of the Kuala Lumpur city centre. One of its biggest unique selling points is the fact that the iconic PETRONAS Twin Towers is about one km away, so getting stunning photos from the restaurant’s sky high location is easy.
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THIRTY8 Restaurant, Bar & Lounge
12 Jalan PinangThirty8 restaurant is an award-winning dining room, wine bar and lounge all rolled into one. Set on the 38th floor of Kuala Lumpur’s Grand Hyatt Hotel, this venue is clearly one of the city’s best restaurants, and has a diverse menu serving classic Chinese, Japanese and western cuisine that is easy to enjoy.
The ever-so-elegant eatery is market focused to tempt gourmet enthusiasts both local and out-of-towners. The restaurant is wrapped within large windows which offer spectacular 360 degree views of the Kuala Lumpur city centre. One of its biggest unique selling points is the fact that the iconic PETRONAS Twin Towers is about one km away, so getting stunning photos from the restaurant’s sky high location is easy.
Combining the best of Malay cooking with an introduction to the traditions of Southeast Asia, Songket offers its diners a comprehensive cultural experience. Songket gets its name from a type of intricately patterned, hand-woven and traditional fabric. This fabric adorns the restaurant and visitors are offered an introduction to its history and its manufacture. Diners are also entertained with regular performances of traditional Malay singing and dancing. The food matches this cultural celebration with a menu featuring staples such as Masak Lemak Udang Nanas, prawn and pineapple chunks, and Rusuk Salai Berkicap, chargrilled marinated short ribs.
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Songket Restaurant
1 Jalan 22a/70aCombining the best of Malay cooking with an introduction to the traditions of Southeast Asia, Songket offers its diners a comprehensive cultural experience. Songket gets its name from a type of intricately patterned, hand-woven and traditional fabric. This fabric adorns the restaurant and visitors are offered an introduction to its history and its manufacture. Diners are also entertained with regular performances of traditional Malay singing and dancing. The food matches this cultural celebration with a menu featuring staples such as Masak Lemak Udang Nanas, prawn and pineapple chunks, and Rusuk Salai Berkicap, chargrilled marinated short ribs.
Considered Malaysia’s ‘national dish’, Nasi Lemak is traditionally a breakfast dish. In translation ‘fatty rice’ may not sound all that appetising but it refers to the rich, creamy coconut milk that is steamed with Pandanus / Screwpine leaves.
A number of sources suggested that the best Nasi Lemak was to be had in the Malay enclave of Kampung Baru (an area in the city centre where village elders have resisted big money offers from developers in order to preserve their ‘village lifestyle’).
Without a particular place to eat in mind, my process of selection was a simple one: walk up and down the main stretch of Jalan Raja Muda Musa and identify the place that looked the busiest – it would either be the best, or the cheapest… hopefully both. The result of my highly scientific selection method: Nasi Lemak Mak Wanjor (further research tells me that the neighbouring Antarabangsa also comes highly recommended).
As well as the fragrant steamed rice, sweet ikan bilis, peanuts, sliced cucumber, hard boiled eggs and a spicy sambal they also offered accompaniments of fried chicken, rendang, cow lungs (paru) and kerang (that’s ‘cockles’ – not a heavy metal magazine) but, taking my lead from the two ladies queuing in front of me, I went for the sambal sotong (squid sambal).
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Nasi Lemak Wanjo Kampung Baru
8 Jalan Raja Muda MusaConsidered Malaysia’s ‘national dish’, Nasi Lemak is traditionally a breakfast dish. In translation ‘fatty rice’ may not sound all that appetising but it refers to the rich, creamy coconut milk that is steamed with Pandanus / Screwpine leaves.
A number of sources suggested that the best Nasi Lemak was to be had in the Malay enclave of Kampung Baru (an area in the city centre where village elders have resisted big money offers from developers in order to preserve their ‘village lifestyle’).
Without a particular place to eat in mind, my process of selection was a simple one: walk up and down the main stretch of Jalan Raja Muda Musa and identify the place that looked the busiest – it would either be the best, or the cheapest… hopefully both. The result of my highly scientific selection method: Nasi Lemak Mak Wanjor (further research tells me that the neighbouring Antarabangsa also comes highly recommended).
As well as the fragrant steamed rice, sweet ikan bilis, peanuts, sliced cucumber, hard boiled eggs and a spicy sambal they also offered accompaniments of fried chicken, rendang, cow lungs (paru) and kerang (that’s ‘cockles’ – not a heavy metal magazine) but, taking my lead from the two ladies queuing in front of me, I went for the sambal sotong (squid sambal).
I had one of the best Nasi Lemak (RM7) at Village Park. The rice was very fragrant, and you could taste the texture of every grain. The chill was spicy and addictive, and it came with a huge chicken drumstick. Everything was just so tasty! If not for the fact that I was trying to save my stomach for lunch, I’d have ordered a second serving.
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Village Park Restaurant
5 Jalan SS 21/37I had one of the best Nasi Lemak (RM7) at Village Park. The rice was very fragrant, and you could taste the texture of every grain. The chill was spicy and addictive, and it came with a huge chicken drumstick. Everything was just so tasty! If not for the fact that I was trying to save my stomach for lunch, I’d have ordered a second serving.
On a hill behind our old Istana Negara sits a stretch of ikan bakar stalls, but it’s Kedai Kat Jat (more commonly referred to as Gerai No. 3) that stands out. The lone man at the grill may be the silent type but his perfectly cooked, banana leaf-wrapped seafood does all the talking. It’s the freshness of the fish that hits you first; the spicy marinade complements but doesn’t take away from the true taste of the fish. For an extra kick, have it with the air asam dipping sauce and wash the spiciness down with a cold glass of air kelapa.
Gerai Ikan Bakar Seri Melaka
Jalan BellamyOn a hill behind our old Istana Negara sits a stretch of ikan bakar stalls, but it’s Kedai Kat Jat (more commonly referred to as Gerai No. 3) that stands out. The lone man at the grill may be the silent type but his perfectly cooked, banana leaf-wrapped seafood does all the talking. It’s the freshness of the fish that hits you first; the spicy marinade complements but doesn’t take away from the true taste of the fish. For an extra kick, have it with the air asam dipping sauce and wash the spiciness down with a cold glass of air kelapa.
Like an angsty teenager, Bangsar has gone through many phases – unobtrusive residential area, clubbing haven, art and culture quarter, and now, café district. But Nasi Lemak Famous is a constant among the shifting pieces, which is to say that our unconditional yearning for nasi lemak at supper time is… well, a constant. The early ’90s vibe here is comforting – a small-screen TV runs Malay soap operas on loop, couples sip on teh o’ limau ais and chat for hours, and stray cats weave in between the legs of plastic chairs. Occasionally, a well-dressed executive waltzes in with a pack of Marlboro Lights to remind you that you’re still in Bangsar.
Ayam goreng rempah seems to be what draws the regulars but truth be told, I’m more infatuated with the nasi itself. The rice has a proper amount of lemak and pandan, and remains light without any throwing about of the word ‘kukus’. Meanwhile, the banana leaf on which the rice is served emits a faint aroma. But the chicken still sings – crunchy, dark auburn batter that envelops warm meat. Don’t commit the unpardonable sin of choosing a breast piece; go straight for the leg or thigh if you want a proportionate ratio of skin and flesh with every bite. For the full artery-busting package, ask the kakak to spoon crisp chunks of fried batter onto your plate.
The sambal here is one that has sparked debate in the past but I like that its natural sweetness is derived from onions as opposed to lazy helpings of refined sugar. Chilli is used sparingly and doesn’t distract from the santan in the rice. If you want to add to the extravagance, there are sides like sambal paru, rendang daging, fried tempe and begedil, all that maintain Nasi Lemak Famous’s fans-endorsed title of best nasi lemak in Bangsar.
Nasi Lemak Famous
Jalan Telawi 4Like an angsty teenager, Bangsar has gone through many phases – unobtrusive residential area, clubbing haven, art and culture quarter, and now, café district. But Nasi Lemak Famous is a constant among the shifting pieces, which is to say that our unconditional yearning for nasi lemak at supper time is… well, a constant. The early ’90s vibe here is comforting – a small-screen TV runs Malay soap operas on loop, couples sip on teh o’ limau ais and chat for hours, and stray cats weave in between the legs of plastic chairs. Occasionally, a well-dressed executive waltzes in with a pack of Marlboro Lights to remind you that you’re still in Bangsar.
Ayam goreng rempah seems to be what draws the regulars but truth be told, I’m more infatuated with the nasi itself. The rice has a proper amount of lemak and pandan, and remains light without any throwing about of the word ‘kukus’. Meanwhile, the banana leaf on which the rice is served emits a faint aroma. But the chicken still sings – crunchy, dark auburn batter that envelops warm meat. Don’t commit the unpardonable sin of choosing a breast piece; go straight for the leg or thigh if you want a proportionate ratio of skin and flesh with every bite. For the full artery-busting package, ask the kakak to spoon crisp chunks of fried batter onto your plate.
The sambal here is one that has sparked debate in the past but I like that its natural sweetness is derived from onions as opposed to lazy helpings of refined sugar. Chilli is used sparingly and doesn’t distract from the santan in the rice. If you want to add to the extravagance, there are sides like sambal paru, rendang daging, fried tempe and begedil, all that maintain Nasi Lemak Famous’s fans-endorsed title of best nasi lemak in Bangsar.
Any native of greater KL will point you in the direction of Valentine Roti when asked the question, ‘Where to get good roti canai in KL?’ The roadside stall is an institution in the area, having served crispy roti to hungry residents and the post-clubbing crowd for almost two decades.
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You would think that becoming an icon in the local roti scene would prompt the owners to jazz up the place a bit or move into a proper outlet, but I am told by a local who’s been going to Valentine since childhood that no, Valentine Roti looks exactly the same today as it did all those years ago (give or take the addition of ‘Best roti canai’ to their signage). In other words, don’t expect anything less than a brightly lit gerai with chairs and tables; probably one step above your typical grimy stall, but I wouldn’t go there and study my surroundings if I were you.
My first visit was on a Monday night; it was only past 8pm so there were quite a lot of empty tables, but the place started filling up about half an hour later. I’ve only ever had Valentine Roti as takeout, so it was a totally new experience to be sitting down and having my roti there, served fresh. I ordered my favourite – roti kosong garing – while my companions had the roti sardin (garing) and roti telur. If you like your roti crispy and light, Valentine delivers just that; the roti kosong is crispy with a slight sweetness reminiscent of roti Planta without the overbearing greasiness. The roti is tasty enough to eat on its own, but you’ll want to dip it in the dal, sambal and mutton curry for the full experience. And if you’ve been looking around for a sambal with the perfect balance between sweet and spicy to eat with your roti, this is the place (always ask for extra).
If you’re really hungry, you’ll definitely need two pieces of roti kosong, as one didn’t fill me up at all. The roti sardin and roti telur would fare better with a big appetite, and you’ll be pleased to know that they’re not stingy on the filling here, especially with the sardine. Still hungry, we ordered a plate of maggi goreng and roti kaya for dessert. The former was bland throughout, but the roti kaya I will remember forever; crispy on the outside with caramelised kaya on the inside (a wonderful result of having your roti made garing), the roti kaya satisfied my craving for something sweet, all thoughts of the disappointing maggi goreng forgotten.
Other than roti, Valentine also serves nasi lemak and an Indian-style chicken soup which I’ll make a point to try on my next visit, but if you’re not one for risks, always go for the roti and you’ll be happy.
Valentine Roti
1 Jalan Sultan Yahya PetraAny native of greater KL will point you in the direction of Valentine Roti when asked the question, ‘Where to get good roti canai in KL?’ The roadside stall is an institution in the area, having served crispy roti to hungry residents and the post-clubbing crowd for almost two decades.
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You would think that becoming an icon in the local roti scene would prompt the owners to jazz up the place a bit or move into a proper outlet, but I am told by a local who’s been going to Valentine since childhood that no, Valentine Roti looks exactly the same today as it did all those years ago (give or take the addition of ‘Best roti canai’ to their signage). In other words, don’t expect anything less than a brightly lit gerai with chairs and tables; probably one step above your typical grimy stall, but I wouldn’t go there and study my surroundings if I were you.
My first visit was on a Monday night; it was only past 8pm so there were quite a lot of empty tables, but the place started filling up about half an hour later. I’ve only ever had Valentine Roti as takeout, so it was a totally new experience to be sitting down and having my roti there, served fresh. I ordered my favourite – roti kosong garing – while my companions had the roti sardin (garing) and roti telur. If you like your roti crispy and light, Valentine delivers just that; the roti kosong is crispy with a slight sweetness reminiscent of roti Planta without the overbearing greasiness. The roti is tasty enough to eat on its own, but you’ll want to dip it in the dal, sambal and mutton curry for the full experience. And if you’ve been looking around for a sambal with the perfect balance between sweet and spicy to eat with your roti, this is the place (always ask for extra).
If you’re really hungry, you’ll definitely need two pieces of roti kosong, as one didn’t fill me up at all. The roti sardin and roti telur would fare better with a big appetite, and you’ll be pleased to know that they’re not stingy on the filling here, especially with the sardine. Still hungry, we ordered a plate of maggi goreng and roti kaya for dessert. The former was bland throughout, but the roti kaya I will remember forever; crispy on the outside with caramelised kaya on the inside (a wonderful result of having your roti made garing), the roti kaya satisfied my craving for something sweet, all thoughts of the disappointing maggi goreng forgotten.
Other than roti, Valentine also serves nasi lemak and an Indian-style chicken soup which I’ll make a point to try on my next visit, but if you’re not one for risks, always go for the roti and you’ll be happy.
This SS2 mamak is an institution, putting a spin on nearly all established mamak favourites. Seemingly any word that can be attached to ‘roti’ is – roti Hawaii, roti seafood, roti scramble. (Aforementioned roti Hawaii contains minced meat, sausage and egg, and is topped with a spider web of mayonnaise.) They boast possibly the most extensive mamak menu in existence.
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Murni SS2
53 Jalan SS 2/75This SS2 mamak is an institution, putting a spin on nearly all established mamak favourites. Seemingly any word that can be attached to ‘roti’ is – roti Hawaii, roti seafood, roti scramble. (Aforementioned roti Hawaii contains minced meat, sausage and egg, and is topped with a spider web of mayonnaise.) They boast possibly the most extensive mamak menu in existence.
Forgive the generic name of this 20-year-old Lebuh Ampang gem but we promise you the food here is anything but. The Chettinad-style food here doesn’t hold back – most of the meats are cooked in a heavy dose of spices and herbs, which can be a good thing if you’re booked in for a nap but not as pleasant if you’re heading to that 3pm office meeting. The homemade biryani is a speciality – unlike the Hyderabadi-style in many of our Indian restaurants, the biryani at KL City is milder, earthier, chunkier and far less fluffy. An excellent pairing with the mutton or fish curry at hand.
KL City Restaurant
34 Lebuh AmpangForgive the generic name of this 20-year-old Lebuh Ampang gem but we promise you the food here is anything but. The Chettinad-style food here doesn’t hold back – most of the meats are cooked in a heavy dose of spices and herbs, which can be a good thing if you’re booked in for a nap but not as pleasant if you’re heading to that 3pm office meeting. The homemade biryani is a speciality – unlike the Hyderabadi-style in many of our Indian restaurants, the biryani at KL City is milder, earthier, chunkier and far less fluffy. An excellent pairing with the mutton or fish curry at hand.
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亚罗街Drinks & Nightlife
All the rage in Kuala Lumpur now, Changkat Bukit Bintang nightlife is well-regarded as the ‘it’ party venue in the city’s lively yet fluid clubbing scene. A busy street that’s lined with plenty of international two-storey restobars, snazzy nightclubs, posh cocktail lounges, subdued whisky bars, and lively Irish pubs, it is one of the city’s most vibrant boulevards.
Hosting plenty of themed nights, international DJs, and live band performances, it’s safe to say that nightlife in Changkat Bukit Bintang is anything but dull. Amongst the bevy of watering holes available here, there are a few establishments that stand out due to their unique concepts. Stand-up comedy, gay friendly parties, foreign film screenings and open mic nights are just some of the events you can find on Changkat Bukit Bintang.
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Changkat Bukit Bintang
Changkat Bukit BintangAll the rage in Kuala Lumpur now, Changkat Bukit Bintang nightlife is well-regarded as the ‘it’ party venue in the city’s lively yet fluid clubbing scene. A busy street that’s lined with plenty of international two-storey restobars, snazzy nightclubs, posh cocktail lounges, subdued whisky bars, and lively Irish pubs, it is one of the city’s most vibrant boulevards.
Hosting plenty of themed nights, international DJs, and live band performances, it’s safe to say that nightlife in Changkat Bukit Bintang is anything but dull. Amongst the bevy of watering holes available here, there are a few establishments that stand out due to their unique concepts. Stand-up comedy, gay friendly parties, foreign film screenings and open mic nights are just some of the events you can find on Changkat Bukit Bintang.
Nightlife in Chinatown Kuala Lumpur is in a league of its own; it’s not about rows of clubs, pubs and bars offering music-and-alcohol-fuelled entertainment, but the extra colour that seems to grow more vibrant at night, lighting up Petaling Street and its surroundings. Chinatown’s Petaling Street night market serves as the area’s main attraction – even bigger and more happening than during the daytime – giving you a kind of nightlife that is quite different from what you may be used to.
Located just a two-minute stroll from the Pasar Seni LRT station, Chinatown Kuala Lumpur nightlife is mostly frequented by budget travellers staying in this part of KL, where a couple of watering holes can be found within walking distances from backpacker inns and inexpensive guesthouses. One of the most popular bars in the area is Reggae Bar Chinatown, a groovy and colourful bar that serves a satisfying selection of alcoholic beverages with reggae music being played on constant rotation.
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Chinatown Kuala Lumpur
Nightlife in Chinatown Kuala Lumpur is in a league of its own; it’s not about rows of clubs, pubs and bars offering music-and-alcohol-fuelled entertainment, but the extra colour that seems to grow more vibrant at night, lighting up Petaling Street and its surroundings. Chinatown’s Petaling Street night market serves as the area’s main attraction – even bigger and more happening than during the daytime – giving you a kind of nightlife that is quite different from what you may be used to.
Located just a two-minute stroll from the Pasar Seni LRT station, Chinatown Kuala Lumpur nightlife is mostly frequented by budget travellers staying in this part of KL, where a couple of watering holes can be found within walking distances from backpacker inns and inexpensive guesthouses. One of the most popular bars in the area is Reggae Bar Chinatown, a groovy and colourful bar that serves a satisfying selection of alcoholic beverages with reggae music being played on constant rotation.
Jalan P. Ramlee nightlife is best described as the eccentric alternative to Changkat Bukit Bintang, with glitzy cocktail lounges, tropical-themed bars and pubs, as well as chic nightclubs lining the streets of bustling Kuala Lumpur city centre. Incredibly convenient, this nightlife district is accessible within a 10-minute walk from the Petronas Twin Towers. A lively and vibrant bar-hopping street, nightlife in Jalan P. Ramlee is always packed with backpackers, business travellers, expats, and a handful of locals by 21:00. Many of these venues also host live bands playing radio-friendly covers and DJs spinning a medley of electro, hip-hop, and retro tunes. Considered as one of the city’s hottest locales, Jalan P. Ramlee is a good place to be if you want to unwind with a pint of ice-cold beer without straying too far from KL city centre.
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Jalan P. Ramlee
Jalan P. RamleeJalan P. Ramlee nightlife is best described as the eccentric alternative to Changkat Bukit Bintang, with glitzy cocktail lounges, tropical-themed bars and pubs, as well as chic nightclubs lining the streets of bustling Kuala Lumpur city centre. Incredibly convenient, this nightlife district is accessible within a 10-minute walk from the Petronas Twin Towers. A lively and vibrant bar-hopping street, nightlife in Jalan P. Ramlee is always packed with backpackers, business travellers, expats, and a handful of locals by 21:00. Many of these venues also host live bands playing radio-friendly covers and DJs spinning a medley of electro, hip-hop, and retro tunes. Considered as one of the city’s hottest locales, Jalan P. Ramlee is a good place to be if you want to unwind with a pint of ice-cold beer without straying too far from KL city centre.
Sightseeing
Stretching out to the side of the Petronas Twin Towers is the spacious and beautifully landscaped KLCC Park which features a jogging track, walking paths, a water fountain and a wading pool for children.
Besides the mall and park, the Petronas Twin Towers has a host of other attractions including the Petronas Art Gallery and Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Plus the Petrosains Science Centre is here set inside Suria KLCC: it is an interactive science discovery centre showcasing exhibits related to the petroleum industry, from petroleum’s origin in the age of the dinosaurs to its latest oil-based products.
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Tvíburaturnarnir Petronas
Stretching out to the side of the Petronas Twin Towers is the spacious and beautifully landscaped KLCC Park which features a jogging track, walking paths, a water fountain and a wading pool for children.
Besides the mall and park, the Petronas Twin Towers has a host of other attractions including the Petronas Art Gallery and Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Plus the Petrosains Science Centre is here set inside Suria KLCC: it is an interactive science discovery centre showcasing exhibits related to the petroleum industry, from petroleum’s origin in the age of the dinosaurs to its latest oil-based products.
Along with the Petronas Twin Towers, Menara KL Tower is easily Malaysia’s most recognizable and popular landmark. Constructed in 1994, the tower stands at 421 metres and effortlessly trumps the Petronas Twin Towers with the highest and most spectacular view of the city. This gleaming tower’s spindle-like apex is visible from almost anywhere in Kuala Lumpur.
Menara KL’s viewing deck is, at 276 metres, at least 100 metres higher than the Petronas Twin Towers’ Skybridge; the view is marvellous during the day and even better at night when you can see the entire sparkling city centre.
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Menara Kuala Lumpur
Off Jalan P. RamleeAlong with the Petronas Twin Towers, Menara KL Tower is easily Malaysia’s most recognizable and popular landmark. Constructed in 1994, the tower stands at 421 metres and effortlessly trumps the Petronas Twin Towers with the highest and most spectacular view of the city. This gleaming tower’s spindle-like apex is visible from almost anywhere in Kuala Lumpur.
Menara KL’s viewing deck is, at 276 metres, at least 100 metres higher than the Petronas Twin Towers’ Skybridge; the view is marvellous during the day and even better at night when you can see the entire sparkling city centre.
11 km north of KL, Batu Caves is a 400 million-year old limestone hill (with a 100-year old temple incorporated within it), best known as the focal point of the annual Hindu festival of Thaipusam. The celebration attracts thousands of visitors who come to see the colourful spectacle of devotees who pay homage by carrying ornately-decorated ‘kavadis’ (frameworks) combined with various metal hooks and skewers which are used to pierce the skin, cheeks and tongue.
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Batu Caves Murugan hof
11 km north of KL, Batu Caves is a 400 million-year old limestone hill (with a 100-year old temple incorporated within it), best known as the focal point of the annual Hindu festival of Thaipusam. The celebration attracts thousands of visitors who come to see the colourful spectacle of devotees who pay homage by carrying ornately-decorated ‘kavadis’ (frameworks) combined with various metal hooks and skewers which are used to pierce the skin, cheeks and tongue.
Among Kuala Lumpur’s earliest Moorish-style buildings, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building is a distinguished city landmark that originally served as the secretariat for the colonial British administration. Today it is home to the offices of the Ministry of Information, Communications and Culture of Malaysia. Built in 1897 and designed by AC Norman, it is set to the east of Merdeka Square (Dataran Merdeka) and is frequently the backdrop for Malaysia’s annual Independence Day parades.
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Sultan Abdul Samad Building
Jalan RajaAmong Kuala Lumpur’s earliest Moorish-style buildings, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building is a distinguished city landmark that originally served as the secretariat for the colonial British administration. Today it is home to the offices of the Ministry of Information, Communications and Culture of Malaysia. Built in 1897 and designed by AC Norman, it is set to the east of Merdeka Square (Dataran Merdeka) and is frequently the backdrop for Malaysia’s annual Independence Day parades.
Shopping
The focus for the city’s artistic community, Central Market is a KL cultural landmark, just a short walk away from Petaling Street. Also called Pasar Seni, it was built in 1928 and used to be a simple wet market, until the early 1980s when it was revamped into a handicrafts outlet. In similar vein to New York’s SoHo flea market – the merchandise here is cheap and comprises traditional goods such as batik, embroidery carvings, souvenirs, and sculptures.
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Central Market
The focus for the city’s artistic community, Central Market is a KL cultural landmark, just a short walk away from Petaling Street. Also called Pasar Seni, it was built in 1928 and used to be a simple wet market, until the early 1980s when it was revamped into a handicrafts outlet. In similar vein to New York’s SoHo flea market – the merchandise here is cheap and comprises traditional goods such as batik, embroidery carvings, souvenirs, and sculptures.
Parks & Nature
The showpiece of the renowned 600,000sqm Lake Gardens, the 209,000sqm KL Bird Park (also called Taman Burung Kuala Lumpur) is billed as the world’s largest covered bird park. It is home to more than 3,000 birds from 200 species all over the world, most of which are free and accustomed to being around people. Twice the size of neighbouring Singapore’s Jurong Bird Park, the park is divided into several sections, keeping different species of feathered creatures separate but free to fly around their respective enclosures.
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920 Jalan CenderawasihThe showpiece of the renowned 600,000sqm Lake Gardens, the 209,000sqm KL Bird Park (also called Taman Burung Kuala Lumpur) is billed as the world’s largest covered bird park. It is home to more than 3,000 birds from 200 species all over the world, most of which are free and accustomed to being around people. Twice the size of neighbouring Singapore’s Jurong Bird Park, the park is divided into several sections, keeping different species of feathered creatures separate but free to fly around their respective enclosures.
Kuala Lumpur Zoo and Aquarium, spanning over 110 acres around a central lake, houses 5137 specimens from 476 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish from Asia and Africa. Also known as the Zoo Negara Malaysia, the wildlife sanctuary is located 13km northeast of Kuala Lumpur beyond Jalan Tun Razak along Jalan Ulu Klang. Housing a forest, lake and 16 animal exhibits, the zoo is set on such vast grounds that visitors will need at least three hours to explore in its entirety. To make it easier for foreign visitors to explore the zoo, tram rides are available for a surcharge of RM8 for adults and RM6 for children, while local visitors are charged at RM5 and RM3 respectively.
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Zoo Negara Malaysia
Jalan Taman ZooviewKuala Lumpur Zoo and Aquarium, spanning over 110 acres around a central lake, houses 5137 specimens from 476 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish from Asia and Africa. Also known as the Zoo Negara Malaysia, the wildlife sanctuary is located 13km northeast of Kuala Lumpur beyond Jalan Tun Razak along Jalan Ulu Klang. Housing a forest, lake and 16 animal exhibits, the zoo is set on such vast grounds that visitors will need at least three hours to explore in its entirety. To make it easier for foreign visitors to explore the zoo, tram rides are available for a surcharge of RM8 for adults and RM6 for children, while local visitors are charged at RM5 and RM3 respectively.
Entertainment & Activities
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