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Essential Travel Information December 2016 - March 2017 What to Eat Where to Shop Where to Go Special feature TERENGGANU & New Year Celebration SULTAN ABDUL SAMAD BUILDING | JALAN RAJA, WILAYAH PERSEKUTUAN KUALA LUMPUR

Simple & Useful Phrases in Malay Bahasa Malaysia or Malay is the official language and many words are phonetically similar to English. The letter ‘C’ is pronounced ‘ch’. Welcome to Malaysia Selamat Datang Ke Malaysia Hello Helo Hai Time and Day Good morning Selamat pagi Second Saat Good afternoon Selamat tengahari Minute Minit Good evening Selamat petang Hour Jam Good night Selamat malam Day Hari Welcome Selamat datang Week Minggu Please come in Sila masuk Month Bulan How are you Apa khabar Year Tahun I’m fine Khabar baik Sunday Ahad My name is {name} Nama saya {nama} Monday Isnin I’m from… Saya dari… Tuesday Selasa What is your name? Siapa nama awak? Wednesday Rabu This is {name} Ini {nama} Thursday Khamis Husband Suami Friday Jumaat Wife Isteri Saturday Sabtu Mother Emak What is the time? Sekarang pukul berapa? Father Ayah {x} o’clock Pukul {x} Grandmother Nenek Yesterday Semalam Grandfather Datuk Tomorrow Esok Child/ Children Anak Now Sekarang Greetings Common Words Goodbye Selamat jalan/ Selamat tinggal Yes Ya See you again Jumpa lagi No Tidak None iada Directions Many Banyak How do I get to…? Bagaimana saya nak ke…? Less Kurang Please draw me a map Tolong lukiskan saya peta Expensive Mahal Right Kanan Cheap Murah Left Kiri Thank you Terima kasih Straight ahead Terus You’re welcome Sama-sama Here Di sini There Di sana Every day expressions Front Depan Breakfast Sarapan pagi Back Belakang Lunch Makanan tengah hari Dinner Makan malam Asking Questions Yes Ya Where? Di mana? No Tidak How? Bagaimana? Thank you Why? Mengapa? Terima kasih Who? Siapa? Please sit down Sila duduk What? Apa? Please come in Sila masuk Which? Yang mana? Please Sila When? Bila? Excuse me Tumpang lalu How much is this? Berapakah harga barang ini? I come from Saya datang dari... Please write down Tolong tuliskan My name is Nama saya... the address alamatnya Good Bagus What is your name Siapa nama anda Beautiful Cantik How much is it? Berapakah harganya Expensive Mahal Cheap Murah Please give me a receipt Tolong beri saya resit Open Buka Close Tutup Could you help me? Bolehkah awak tolong saya?

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08 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Exclusive Interview 04 12 Calendar of Events 08 Transportation 12 Map 16 ABOUT KL_English Facts & Figures 18 Brief History of KL 19 19 SIGHTSEEING_English New Year In Kuala Lumpur 21 Climate and Weather 23 A Day’s Trek in KL 24 24 Historical Sites 27 Modern Buildings 38 Places of Worship 30 Memorials & Museums 35 Parks & Gardens 36 ABOUT KL_Chinese 40 New Year In Kuala Lumpur 38 Climate and Weather 40 A DAY’S TREK_Chinese A Day’s Trek In KL 41 41 SIGHTSEEING_Chinese Historical Sites 44 Modern Buildings 45 Places of Worship 47 Memorials & Museums 51 44 Parks & Gardens 52 ABOUT KL_Arabic New Year In Kuala Lumpur 53 Climate and Weather 55 53

A DAY’S TREK_Arabic 56 A Day’s Trek In KL SIGHTSEEING_Arabic 56 59 Historical Sites 60 Modern Buildings 62 Places of Worship 67 Memorials & Museums 68 Parks & Gardens The Year of the Rooster 60 69 Introduction 70 Things You Should Not Do During Chinese New Year SPECIAL FEATURE 71 71 Terengganu: Introduction 73 Guide to Travelling to Terengganu SHOPPING 75 Introduction 76 Shopping Malls 75 EATING OUT 78 Introduction 79 Malay 80 Chinese 84 Indian 88 Others 78 NIGHT OUT 95 Party Time! 96 Clubs/Bars/Pubs MEDICAL 95 100 Introduction 101 Healthcare Facilities ACCOMMODATION 103 Check-In 100 105 Luxury Hotels 109 Budget Hotel 112 Backpackers Lodge TRAVEL SMART 115 Travel Tips 115 ENDLIM 119 Motoring in Malaysia 126 Essential Info

The Prime Minister of Malaysia Q&A WITH PRIME MINISTER OF MALAYSIA 1. What makes Malaysia so unique? EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW taste of various cultures throughout Southeast First of all, Malaysia has a unique blend of cultures and traditions from various ethnic groups, races and religions. Tourists can get a Asia here such as the Chinese and Indian cultures. Other than that, people of various ethnicities in Sabah and Sarawak also make up the fabric of Malaysia, making it a very colorful and diverse one. The festivities and the delicacies in Malaysia are made up of these different cultures, making a visit to Malaysia a truly Asian experience. 2. How can we promote our unique traditions and cultures to foreign tourists better? This can be done by encouraging more locals to operate homestays, especially those in kampong areas where nature thrives and people live in the traditional way. I believe that the best way to learn the culture is to live the culture itself, and one of the best ways to experience this in a short period of time is to live in a homestay while participating in cultural activities with the locals such as weaving and playing traditional games. Providing conducive, exciting and comfortable homestay programs to foreign tourists will help in promoting the raw and original Malaysian lifestyle. 3. What is Malaysia’s focus when it comes to tourism products available in the country? YAB DATO’ SRI MOHD NAJIB The National Key Economic Areas (NKEAs) which includes the Greater Kuala Lumpur is an tourism products such as forest reserves, nature important driver of economic activities, so the sanctuaries, beautiful beaches and islands are government has placed its focus on these areas also some of the highlights of the industry. which mainly include the city of Kuala Lumpur. This is to attract tourists to shop and dine in our 4. What are the efforts done by vibrant and lively city of Kuala Lumpur as well as the other major cities here in Malaysia. the government in preserving Malaysia also aims to be a leading business our precious tropical Mother tourism destination; an on-going effort by the Nature? government. Other than that, agro-tourism in Malaysia has been growing in popularity among The government has developed several tourists. Furthermore, Malaysia is blessed with initiatives to retain the natural wonders in a nice, tropical climate, breath-taking natural Malaysia. Our country is blessed with diverse wonders and peaceful surroundings. So, flora and fauna that appeals to tourists, where 4

programmes such as “Plant a Tree” as well as see major developments in terms of providing establishing nature sanctuaries and reserves are affordable luxury, business tourism, nature being done rather extensively around Malaysia. adventure, family fun, events and entertainment, This is not done solely for tourist attraction only as well as spa and sports for tourists. but we are also committed in preserving Mother Nature for the sake of its importance for our 7. What are your views regarding survival in the long run. the value of Malaysian ringgit 5. Malaysia is very versatile, and how it affects the tourism suitable for those seeking industry in our country? for adventure or a time for leisure. So, apart from the It can be quite of an advantage for the tourism sector as it increases our appeal factor in the nature attractions, the sense that tourists would spend less when shopping scene in Kuala visiting Malaysia due to the profitable currency Lumpur has grown extensively exchange. This is why it is crucial for us to improve the quality of our tourism destinations over the years. What are your that will increase its worth and will eventually views regarding this? help us boost our economy for a better future. EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW I am proud to say that Kuala Lumpur has grown 8. In your opinion, what is the to become one of the most exciting metropolitan in Southeast Asia. Moreover, Kuala Lumpur was best part of visiting and going ranked as the fourth best shopping city in the around Kuala Lumpur? world in a survey conducted by CNN Travel. The top three cities are New York, Tokyo and London. Kuala Lumpur is full of pleasant surprises. In the Kuala Lumpur clinched the number four spot by nooks and crannies of Kuala Lumpur, you can beating Paris, Hong Kong and Dubai. According find age-old, vintage buildings nestled among to the New Straits Times, the survey was the modern ones and most of these buildings are measured on a scale from one to 10, and based utilized and preserved in great condition over the on four categories; ease of getting around, value, years. Take for example the buildings in Medan variety and experience. It is one of our biggest Pasar Lama where you can find colorful Grecian- achievements in the tourism industry and I Spanish style buildings with intricate designs believe that tourists will have a great time when that ooze classical beauty. On a larger and more visiting the city of Kuala Lumpur. notable scale, historical structures such as the Sultan Abdul Samad building and KL’s Old Railway 6. 2015 MasterCard Global Station show how Kuala Lumpur has always been the center of attraction and development Destinations Cities Index since the early 19th century. As the city grow to awards cities that rank the become one of the most exciting metropolitan in highest in tourists’ the region with a plethora of attractions ranging from natural wonders to a world-class shopping expenditures. In the list, hub, I believe that tourists will never run out of Malaysia is ranked at number things to do as the city promises a journey that is 8 with cities like London and both entertaining and rewarding. Bangkok holding the topmost title. How can Malaysia 9. What are some of the latest improve in this aspect? development strategies for the We can improve by paying more attention to the tourism industry in Malaysia? overall quality of our tourism products in terms According to a journal article published by the of service, cleanliness, comfort, accessibility European Journal of Business and Management to the various attractions in Malaysia and titled ‘A Review of Tourism Development many others. Under the Ninth Malaysian Plan in Malaysia’ (page 2), Tourism Strategy (2006–2010), the government spent RM1.8 Development in the 10th Malaysia Plan proposed billion on upgrading tourist destinations and by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia infrastructure, and on marketing promotions include: in major source markets. Malaysia Tourism Transformation Programme (MTTP) was also • Stressing the state’s tourism development formulated to tap the growth potential of based on the nine core areas of heritage tourism, tourism sector after foreseeing the potential of ecotourism, homestay tourism, sports tourism, NKEAs as an economy booster where we will coastal and island tourism, meetings and 5

exhibition tourism, food tourism, golf tourism, 11. Last but not least, as a and shopping and health tourism Malaysian yourself, what are • Improving the image of tourism destinations some of the local delicacies and attractions that you would • Implementing major tourist events and large- suggest to foreign tourists scale programmes intended to improve levels of EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW infrastructures fragrant rice, spicy sambal, fried anchovies and when they come to Malaysia? comfort, safety, cleanliness I would suggest tourists to try Nasi Lemak, • More development for tourism facilities and a special Malay dish comprising of creamy peanuts with slices of cucumber. It is an all-time • Continue to market and promote intensive Malaysian favorite everybody can enjoy. Fruits tourism products in key markets in Asia, Indo- like the creamy, pungent durian and rambutan China and Europe with its luscious white flesh are also some of the most enjoyable treats worth trying. • Emphasis on quality of training and human resource development in order to deliver quality As for the various attractions Kuala Lumpur has services. to offer, I would suggest the Kuala Lumpur’s 10. What can we expect from the shopping and entertainment hub. The Golden tourism industry in the next 5 Triangle encompasses several major streets in Kuala Lumpur: Jalan Imbi, Jalan Sultan Ismail years? Golden Triangle – Kuala Lumpur’s commercial, and Jalan Raja Chulan. These streets form a In a media release posted by Tourism Malaysia triangle that borders some of the most exciting on March 5th, 2015, the government is looking attractions like shopping malls and world class into taking the shopping sector to the next hotels. Other than the shopping district, Kuala level by promoting Malaysia as one of the Lumpur also has mesmerizing natural and world’s best shopping destinations. Other cultural attractions such as Perdana Botanical than that, improvements on accessibility Garden and Sultan Abdul Samad building that and transportation network are also one of must be included in your sightseeing list. the main focuses as the country anticipates the completion of the MRT project that will increase connectivity within Klang Valley. More improvements and developments are also in hand to generate more growth in other tourism Yours truly, products around Malaysia. A report published by Economic Transformation Programme (ETP) on tourism in 2012 reveals that future focus will be on the 12 areas; • Positioning Malaysia as a duty-free shopping destination, • Designating Bukit Bintang-Kuala Lumpur City Centre as a vibrant shopping center, establishing premium outlets, • Making of Malaysia a global biodiversity hub, developing an eco-nature resort, cruise tourism, golf tourism, YAB DATO’ SRI MOHD NAJIB • Targeting more international events, creating dedicated entertainment zones, Prime Minister of Malaysia • Developing local expertise while better regulating the spa industry, • Improving quantity and quality of hotels, and establishing Malaysia as a leading business tourism destination. 6



December Events is a member of ‘Lighting Urban Community International (LUCI), an international association that supports the initiative, idealistic evolution and transformation of the lighting industry that urban cities around the world. This event organized to promote the advancement of the LED and lighting industry that has evolved technologically with further The textile industry in Malaysia is booming with emphasis on energy saving. the use of technology, which has given a new breath to traditional textile, such as songket, LIGHT or ‘Light and motion Putrajaya’ is Pahang weaving, cindai and batik, according to conceived to highlight the elements of modernity an intellectual. and progress in the lighting industry to uphold the initiative, especially in Putrajaya. This exhibition will highlight the artistry, 01 DEC Light and Motion ST CALENDAR 15SEPT ASEAN Songket Date & Time: 1st – 3rd December intricacy, traditional production methods and Putrajaya LAMPU exclusive value of songket. 2016 TH Weaving Exhibition Venue: Kiblat Walk, a section of Date & Time: 15th September – 31st Persiaran Perdana and Dataran December 2016 Venue: National Textile Museum, KL Putrajaya, Precint 3, Putrajaya Organizer/Tickets: Perbadanan Organizer/Tickets: National Textile Putrajaya Museum Website: www.ppj.gov.my Website: www.muziumtekstilnegara. gov.my From trendy malls to open-air markets, the atmosphere is vibrant with the mood for the best shopping and leisure experiences ever, as only year-end sales can offer. Yes, the fabulous 1Malaysia Year-End Sale is back – bigger and better, events and happenings in hundreds of shopping outlets all over the country for nearly two months. Put your best foot forward and step into the New Year in style and glamour. TH Christmas 25DEC Date: 25th December 2016 Christians in Malaysia celebrate Christmas by way of meals with family and friends on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, along with gift- giving, music, singing, church events and prayer. More broadly, Malaysian society celebrates Christmas with colourful displays in shopping ST 01 NOV 1Malaysia Year End Sale malls for one or two months before Christmas Day and with a public holiday on the 25th Date & Time: 1st November – 31st December. December 2016 Venue: Throughout Malaysia Source: www.publicholidays.com.my Organizer/Tickets: Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Malaysia Website: http://www.malaysia. travel/en/my/events/2016/11/www. motac.gov.my LIGHT or ‘Light and motion Putrajaya’ is a mega event organized by Perbadanan Putrajaya which 8

January Events Malaysia Christmas Open With Asia rapidly growing its appetite for coffee, TH 25DEC House Celebration an increasing number of people are searching for the perfect brewing and drinking experience. Date & Time: 25th December 2016 Venue: Kuala Lumpur Café Malaysia 2017 will present the largest gathering of coffee and tea industry players to Organizer/Tickets: Ministry of showcase equipment, machinery, accessories Tourism and Culture, Malaysia and various supplies and products for the perfect platform one-stop industry for Website: www.motac.gov.my professionals. Wake up and smell the abundant business opportunities in the growing regional and international counterparts. CALENDAR TH Cafe Malaysia 2017 12JAN Date & Time: 12th January 2017 – 14th January 2017 Venue: MATRADE Exhibition & Convention Centre Organizer/Tickets: CEMS Conference & Exhibition (M) Sdn Bhd Website: http://www.cafe-malaysia. com/ The renowned Malaysia International Jewellery Fair – Spring Edition 2017 (MIJF SE 2017) will again blossoms the Spring season with glitz sensations. Feast your eyes on fabulous jewelleries, from shimmering diamonds to dreamy gemstones, by gathering the world’s most elite traders, connoisseurs and quality TH buyers alike from the industry at the centre of 08DEC Hi-5 Fairytale 2016 Kuala Lumpur Town. MIJF SE 2017 is designed Date & Time: 8th December 2016 - to give local and international trade buyers a 11th December 2016 buying opportunity for the Spring celebration. Venue:Istana Budaya, Kuala Lumpur Enjoy your shopping spree for the finest jewellery collections in Malaysia International Ticket: http://www.ticketpro.com.my Jewellery Fair- Spring Edition 2017 Hi-fivers of all ages are in for a treat this TH Malaysia International December when the award-winning Australian 06JAN Jewellery Fair group return to KL city. The fun-tastic cast --Mary, Dayen, Lachie, Chris and Tanika, will Date & Time: 6 January 2017 - 9 take audiences through the rough seas, down January 2017 sparkly lanes and even prehistoric lands from 8 Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention to 11 December 2016 at Istana Budaya. Centre (KLCC) Organizer/Tickets: Elite Expo Sdn Bhd Website: http://www.mijf.com.my 9

February Events ST Federal Territory Day TH Festive Exclusive 01FEB 10FEB Thaipusam in Batu Caves Federal Territory Day or Hari Wilayah 10 February 2017 Persekutuan, also known simply as Hari It is observed as a day of thanksgiving and Wilayah, is a state holiday for Federal Territory in paying penance for Lord Murugan. In many Malaysia. It is celebrated on 1 February every states in Malaysia, Thaipusam is a public year in Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya. holiday. Devotees prepare themselves for the The date marks the anniversary of formation occasion by cleansing their bodies through fasting and abstinence, and usually observe of the Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in a vegetarian diet for a certain period of time. 1974, ceded by the state of Selangor to the Many devotees began paying penance a few federal government of Malaysia. days before the actual festival, with the carrying This day is declared a holiday in the Federal of the kavadi (a decorated structure bearing Territory, where visitors will see the streets CALENDAR various cultural activities and fascinating the image of several deities including Lord transformed by parades and fireworks, with exhibitions happening in a whole ost of different locations. The Federal Territory Day was introduced on 1 February 1974, four days after the Federal Territory Agreement was signed on 28 January 1974 by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah of Kedah and the Sultan of Selangor, Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah. Murugan on their shoulders and pal kodum (milk pots) carried above their heads. Celebrations at Batu Caves are an amazing experience for tourists. The night before Thaipusam Hindus gather at the Sri Mahamariaman Temple along Jalan Tun HS Lee (Chinatown/Petaling Street area). From there they will leave around midnight on a 15 Today the Federal Territory comprises three kilometer (approximately 8 hour) walk towards the Batu Caves where they will arrive the next cities: Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya. morning. The long trip culminates in the flight On 17 May 1984, Labuan became the second of 272 steps to the cave entrance. It is said that well over a million people visit the Batu Caves federal territory as an offshore financial centre, during Thaipusam. and on 1 February 2001, Putrajaya, a planned city, built as the administrative centre of Valentine’s Day TH Malaysia became the third federal territory of 14FEB 14 February 2017 Malaysia. The Federal Territory official awards and decorations was introduced on 1 February 2008. The awards received by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as the Head of State for the Federal Territory. TH Chinese New Year 08FEB Saint Valentine’s Day, also known as Valentine’s Date & Time: 8 & 9 February 2016 Day, is observed on February 14 each year. It is celebrated in many countries around the world. Chinese New Year is one of Malaysia’s biggest Each year on February 14th, many people holidays. Though the date changes each year, exchange cards, candy, gifts or flowers with the way the festival is celebrated remains the their special “valentine.” The day of romance same: unmarried relatives receive ang pows we call Valentine’s Day is named for a Christian (money in red packets), families have reunion martyr and dates back to the 5th century, but dinners and some people have huge feasts with has origins in the Roman holiday Lupercalia. lion or dragon dances. 10

March Events The Export Furniture Exhibition (EFE), one of the region’s most important and comprehensive event in the furniture industry calendar will debut its 13th edition from 8 to 11 March 2017 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) for the fourth consecutive year. KLCC adjacent to the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, provides the ideal accessible venue; in the centre of Kuala Lumpur with excellent links for exhibitors and buyers alike. The four-day event spread over 30,000 square metres and with more than 300 exhibitors, you will find all the main Malaysian and many international brands here – giving you a complete in depth representation of what’s available in the furniture and furnishings industry today and, just as important, the latest trends and designs. CALENDAR Organized by EFE Expo Sdn Bhd., a wholly owned subsidiary company of the Malaysian Furniture Council (MFC), don’t miss out on one of the biggest furniture trade exhibitions of the year. You have the opportunity to reach retailers, interior designers, contract buyers, architects, developers and more. Not only is the EFE 2017 show a great way to find new customers, it provides the ideal opportunity and timing to launch new ranges, make sales and re-engage with existing customers. Welcome to EFE 2017, Fine Furniture, World Market. TH EFE - Export Furniture 08MAR Exhibition Malaysia 2017 Date & Time: 8 March 2017 - 11 March 2017 Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) Organizer/Tickets: EFE Expo Sdn Bhd Website: www.efe.my 11

Travel Info TRANSPORTATION 3. Aerobus (klia2 – KL Sentral) Traveler’s Guide to Kuala Lumpur Time: 1 hour ~ 1 hour and 15 minutes (approx.) from KLIA/klia2 Via High-Speed Bus Frequency: Irregular intervals Train, Bus and Taxi (30 mins – 1 hour) Cost: MYR 9 (Adult), MYR 5 Via KLIA Ekspres to KL Sentral (Children) (non-stop) Contact Num.: +6016-220 6292 TRANSPORTATION MYR 100 (Return) Children – MYR 25 1. KLIA Taxi Limo Pickup Service Time: 28 minutes (Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours) Via Taxi to KL Sentral Cost: Adult – MYR 55 (One-way), (From various areas around KL – (One-way), MYR 45 (Return) KLIA) Time: 1 hour (approx.) Via Bus to KL Sentral Cost: MYR 85 (Budget), MYR 105 1. SkyBus (non-stop from klia2 only) (Premier), MYR130 (MPV), MYR 200 Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes (Family Van) (approx.) Bus Frequency: 1 hour (klia2 – KL Sentral), 30 minutes (KL Sentral – **other taxi services’ fares for KLIA/ klia2) Contact Num.: +6011-1060 4810 klia2 – KL Sentral – KLIA/klia2 range Cost: MYR 10 from MYR 80 – 120 for regular or Contact Num.: +6016-217 6950 budget taxis. Additional charges may occur depending on the size of the 2. Airport Coach KLIA (non-stop vehicle and for late-night bookings. from KLIA/klia2) Time: 1 hour ~ 1 hour and 15 Useful Mobile Apps for Taxi Services minutes (approx.) in Kuala Lumpur Bus Frequency : Regular intervals • GrabTaxi of 30 minutes • Uber Cost: MYR 10 (Ticket Counter), MYR 8.50 (online) Via KLIA Transit (KLIA – Salak Contact Num.: +603-9212 1818 Tinggi – Putrajaya/Cyberjaya – Bandar Tasik Selatan – KL Sentral) Contact Num.: +603-2267 8000 Source: www.kliaekspres.com/plan-buy/fares-passes 12

Transportation in KL Rapid Bus (rapidKL) Rapid KL’s public transportation network includes Rapid Bus, the largest bus operator in Malaysia operating mainly in urban areas such as Kuala Lumpur and Klang Valley. The colour of Rapid KL buses are beige with blue and red stripes. The bus accepts cash and Touch&Go cards with fares starting from RM1 to a maximum of RM5, depending on how far you travel. Operating Hours OPERATING HOUR PEAK WEEKDAYS SATURDAY SUNDAY & AND OFF PEAK PUBLIC HOLIDAY PERIOD TRANSPORTATION First Bus 6.00 am 6.00 am 6.00 am First Bus Peak 6.30 am 7.00 am 7.30 am Last Bus 11.00 pm 11.00 pm 12.00 pm New and Revamped Bus Network Routes (Effective on 1st Dec 2015) - Kuala Lumpur City Center Previous New Departure Arrival Route Route No No U30 300 Pandan Mewah HAB Munshi Abdullah U27 301 Sri Nilam Taman Midah U28 303 Taman Mulia HAB Munshi Abdullah Jaya BET7 BET7 Sri Nilam Hab Munshi Abdullah T320 T300 Bukit Indah Ampang Point via LRT Ampang Station U29 T301 Taman Mulia Ampang Point via Jln Jaya Merdeka U332 T302 Hutan Lipur Ampang Point Ampang T323 T350 LRT Cempaka Taman Mawar Station T324 T351 LRT Cempaka Taman Bukit Permai Station T327 T352 Taman Shamelin Maluri - IKEA Cochrane B103 302 Titiwangsa KLCC GREEN GREEN KLCC Bukit Bintang Source from: http://www.myrapid.com.my/bus/rapidkl/new-routes Contact Number: +603-8946 2000 13

Transportation in KL KL Hop-On Hop-Off that can last you for that respective amount of time so that you can explore the city on a more KL Hop-On Hop-Off or KLHOHO is a fun and flexible time to suit your pace. easy way to explore KL al fresco, as you can sit on the open rooftop deck of the double-decker Contact Number: +603-9282 2713 bus while enjoying pretty sights of the city with breeze rushing through your hair. It is a Metrobus relaxing and enjoyable experience worth trying when you feel tired of walking. The bus stops at Metrobus is another feeder bus for commuters around Kuala Lumpur and Klang Valley. Painted TRANSPORTATION discover more places around the city. It has 23 to get around the city with ease. Sometimes the various places so visitors can hop-off to take in white with green and blue stripes, Metrobus is a closer look to some of the best attractions popular among the city folks for when they need around Kuala Lumpur and hop-on again to schedule is not fixed but the service is pretty stops which cover more than 40 attractions. reliable as it covers most parts of the city of The interval between buses is around 20 to Kuala Lumpur. Below is the latest route for 30 minutes. All of the buses are equipped Metrobus effective 1 December 2015. st with nine different languages to choose from Contact Number: +603-5635 3070 with a friendly customer service officer who will assist you throughout the ride. Tickets can be purchased in the bus, from authorized agents, authorized hotels, KL Hop-On Hop-Off counters or from their website. Ticket counters can be found at Jalan Bukit Bintang, Malaysian Tourism Centre at Jalan Ampang, KL Sentral and Central Market. Tickets are available under different rates and period of availability. You can purchase a 24-hour ticket or a 48-hour one JALAN KLANG LAMA PUBLIC TRANSPORTAION ROUTE 14

Transportation in KL KTM Komuter KL Monorail KTM Komuter Initially running from Sentul in The KL Monorail is an urban monorail system in the north to Port Klang on the southwest coast Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It opened on 31 August and from Rawang in the north to Seremban in 2003, with 11 stations running 8.6 km (5 mi) the state of Negeri Sembilan in the south, both on two parallel elevated tracks. It connects the trains stop at KL Sentral (KLCAT), connecting Kuala Lumpur Sentral transport hub with the passenggers with the STAR LRT, PUTRA LRT “Golden Triangle”. It was completed at a cost of and the Monorail. Trains operate at 15-minute MYR 1.18 billion by the KL Infrastructure Group intervals during peak hours and a 20-minute (KL Infra). The system is one of the components intervals during off peak hours. of the Klang Valley Integrated Transit System. Contact Number : +603-2267 1200 The line consists of a single dual-way line that links areas of inner Kuala Lumpur previously not served by rail transport, namely Brickfields, Bukit Bintang, and Chow Kit, with pre-existing Light Railway Transit (LRT) LRT and/or KTM Komuter stations at KL Sentral, TRANSPORTATION Hang Tuah, Bukit Nanas, and Titiwangsa. The two terminis are on a single track. The stations are designed as elevated structures with ticketing facilities on either the ground level (as seen in the KL Sentral station) or the first-floor level. Each station is also designated with a sponsor, with route maps associating each station with a particular product brand. The depot is between KL Sentral and Tun Sambanthan. Contact Number: +603-7885 2585 Light Railway Transit (LRT) The city has two different LRT networks for getting around, the RapidKL LRT and the Monorail. The Kelana Jaya line stretches from the Putra Terminal at Gombak to the Kelana Jaya Terminal - south west of KL in Petaling Jaya, with 24 stations in between including, Suria KLCC in the city centre, KL Sentral - also known as Kuala Lumpur City Air Terminal (KLCAT), Bangsar and Masjid Jamek. KLCAT is also the central point for pasenggers who wish to transfer between all three systems or take the KLIA Ekspress to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The Sentul LRT serves 25 stations and is divided into two lines, the Ampang line and the Sri Petaling line. The Ampang line runs between the northern suburb of Sentul and Ampang on the eastern side of the city - making stops at Putra World Trade Centre, Sultan Ismail and Plaza Rakyat. The Sri Petaling line also runs from Sentul in the cities north, but continues to Sri Petaling on the south side of KL - stopping along the way at Bukit Jalil Stadium. Trains operate daily - including public holidays, from 6.00a.m to 11.45p.m at intervals of 3-5 minutes during peak hours. The RapidKL station of Masjid Jamek is where passenggers can transfer between all the LRT lines. Contact Number : +603-2267 8000 15





RAINNING SEASON Between September to April and October to January TEMPERATURE ANNUAL RAINFALL - 37 (Maximum) 19 (Minimum) FACTS & FIGURES KUALA LUMPUR 2,266 mm FULL NAME KUALA LUMPUR (more commonly known as KL) MAYOR (DATUK BANDAR) Datuk Seri Mhd Amin Nordin Abd Aziz CLIMATE DEMONYM Tropical Kl-ite or Kuala POSTAL CODE Lumpurian 50xxx to 60xxx 68xxx STATE AREA Federal Territory CURRENCY 243.65km2 Ringgit Malaysia (RM) and sen POPULATION Estimated 1.8 million 1974 $ YEAR GRANTED FEDERAL TERRITORY YEAR OF ESTABLISHMENT 1957 1972 YEAR GRANTED CITY STATUS RELIGIONS MAJOR LANGUAGES Malay, English, Chinese, Tamil, Punjabi Muslim, Buddhist, Taoist, Hindu, Christian, Sikh ETHNIC GROUPS MOTTO Malay, Chinese, Indian, Eurasians, Kadazans, Iban and other races from East Malaysia Progress and Penisular Malaysia Indigenous and Prosper +60 and 03 FOREIGN WORKERS COUNTRY CODE Indonesia, Nepal, Myanmar, Thailand, + TIME DIFFERENCE CALLING CODE Bangladesh, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Vietnam GMT +8 (daylight savings do not apply) DRIEST MONTHS May, June, July MAJOR FESTIVALS Hari Raya Puasa, Hari Raya Haji, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Wesak, Federal Territory Day, Christmas

Brief History of KL B RIEF HISTORY OF KL 1857 General in charge. The evolution of Kuala Lumpur to the classic epitome of British colonialism and BRIEF HISTORY OF KL BRIEF HISTORY OF KL Kuala Lumpur had its humble beginning when it the oppression of British imperialism caused was founded back in 1857. When Raja Abdullah, local nationalists to halt their own dreams of a member of the Selangor sultanate, opened independence. up parts of Klang Valley for tin prospectors, a new settlement started as Chinese prospectors 1942 went up the Klang River and began exploring the Ampang area for tin. Ampang was then a jungle. The Japanese occupied Kuala Lumpur for 44 The tin boom attracted merchants and traders to months; from January 11, 1942 to August 15, come and set up shops at the confluence of the 1945 and it almost halted the economy of Kuala Klang and Gombak rivers. Thus, a town was born. Lumpur. 1862 1945 Kuala Lumpur grows rapidly. New miners from General Seishiro Itagaki, the General of over the world settle here, with many conflicts and Japanese Military Administrative, surrendered gang wars as a result. to the British in Kuala Lumpur after Nagasaki and Hiroshima in Japan were attacked with 1869 atomic bombs causing massive destruction on both the major cities. After the fall of Japanese, Yap Ah Loy becomes Chinese Kapitan of Kuala the British returned to Kuala Lumpur. Lumpur and succeeds to establish law and order in Kuala Lumpur in just a few years. 1946 1880 The British officially declared Malayan Union administrate Malaya and Kuala Lumpur in King’s Kuala Lumpur becomes a modern town when the House on April 1, 1946. After much opposition British representative Frank Swettenham develops from the Malays, The Malayan Union ceased to the first city plan. exist in January 1948. It was replaced by the Federation of Malaya. 1881 Fires and subsequent flood brought great damage 1957 to Kuala Lumpur as most of its buildings and At the stroke of midnight on August 31, 1957, structures were made of wood or thatch and located the first Malayan flag was raised on the grounds on the lowlands. Consequently, Kapitan Yap decided of Merdeka Square and Tunku Abdul Rahman to rebuild and revive the town using stronger and Putra Al-Haj, the first Prime Minister, declared more long-lasting method of building construction independence in Stadium Merdeka. in which they used bricks and tiles. He established Kuala Lumpur’s first school and a shelter for the 1963 homeless. He also built brothels, casinos and saloon bars for entertainment. Kuala Lumpur becomes capital of Malaysia. 1887 1972 Kuala Lumpur becomes the capital of the state of Kuala Lumpur was conferred the city status on Selangor. February 1, 1972. 1896 1974 Kuala Lumpur was made the capital in 1896 After being detached from its mother state of when the Federated Malay States (FMS) were Selangor, Kuala Lumpur was made into a unit of incorporated with Frank Swettenham, the Resident its own called the Federal Territory. 19

Brief History of KL 1978 trading port was founded by Parameswara, a Kuala Lumpur ceased to be the capital renegade Hindu prince-cum-pirate from a little kingdom in southern Sumatra, who washed up of Selangor after the city of Shah Alam was around 1401 on the Malay coast. As a seafarer, declared the new state capital. Parameswara recognised a good port when 1990 he saw one and immediately lobbied the Ming emperor of China for protection from the Thais BRIEF HISTORY OF KL The federal administrative capital of Malaysia Equidistant between India and China, Melaka in exchange for generous trade deals. Thus the Kuala Lumpur celebrated 100 years of local Chinese came to Malaysia. council. 1999 became a major stop for freighters from India loaded with pepper and cloth, and junks from moves to Putrajaya. China loaded with porcelain and silks, which were traded for local metal and spices. Business 2007 boomed as regional ships and perahu (Malay- style sampans) arrived to take advantage of Kuala Lumpur celebrates its 50th year as capital trading opportunities. The Melaka sultans soon of Malaysia and Malaysia its 50th year of ruled over the greatest empire in Malaysia’s independence. Kuala Lumpur and the surrounding state of A Brief History Selangor. By the end of the 19th century, in less than 50 history, their territory including what is today The Lure of Tin years, Kuala Lumpur had grown from a jungle- bound mining settlement to the grand colonial Tin ore deposits had been mined in the interior capital of the Malay Peninsula. It was here that of Selangor, certainly for decades and possibly British rule on the Peninsula ended in 1957 and for more than a century, before two nephews of that the modern nation, Malaysia, was born in the Sultan of Selangor sponsored an expedition of 87 Chinese miners up the Klang River in 1857. Within a month all but 18 of the group were dead from malaria. However, sufficient tin was found around Ampang to encourage further parties of miners to follow. The jungle trading post where these prospectors alighted, at the meeting point of the Klang and Gombak rivers, was named Kuala Lumpur, meaning ‘muddy confluence’. 1963. Though many government departments moved to Putrajaya in the 1990s, KL continues to function as the heart of Malaysia’s economic, political and social life. To understand how Kuala Lumpur came to be founded it’s important to first go back four- and-a-half centuries to when the seat of Malay power was Melaka. Legend has it that this great 20

5 New Year in Kuala Lumpur Best Places to Celebrate ABOUT KL New Year in Kuala Lumpur New Year in Kuala Lumpur is one of the performances by local and international acts most celebratory occasions of the year which ends with a great round of fireworks. and Malaysia’s bustling capital city is The 50-acre park consists of Lake Symphony, hailed as one of the best cities in Southeast a 10,000sqm manmade lake with a 43-metre Asia for an exciting New Year's Eve party. bridge that cuts across it, plenty of greenery, fountains with water features, and patterned Every end of year is marked with colourful footpaths. Aside from offering the best view fireworks, massive parties, and bustling of magnificent fireworks displays against street fairs held in accompaniment to the the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, you can countdowns that are attended by thousands also take a short stroll to neighbouring bars, of people, tourists and locals alike. pubs, and restaurants while you wait for the midnight hour to arrive. From booze-filled parties in swanky rooftop bars to live concerts against the Petronas Twin Towers backdrop, our 5 Best Places to 2.Changkat Celebrate New Year in Kuala Lumpur promise fun-loving crowds, cheery ambience, great Bukit Bintang entertainment, and, of course, jaw-dropping firework displays as you usher in the New Changkat Bukit Bintang is one of the city’s Year. most happening nocturnal boulevards, where one can find numerous bars, pubs, and lively 1.KLCC Park restaurants with unique dining concepts in a single street. During weekends, Changkat KLCC Park, situated within walking distances from Suria KLCC shopping centre, is a tranquil and family-friendly locale for the most part of the year. However, it transforms into a massive New Year’s Eve concert venue with live music 21

New Year in Kuala Lumpur Bukit Bintang is alive with bright lights, rowdy Samad Building, the iconic landmark consists yet good-natured crowds, and ever-flowing of a giant field with perfectly manicured green drinks until the wee hours of morning. For lawns and a centrepiece of the Malaysian flag the end of the year celebrations, the watering displayed on a 95-metre tall flagpole. On New holes take it up a notch with unique themes, special New Year’s Eve promotions, as well as resident deejays spinning a mix of house, electro-dance, pop, trance and hip-hop tracks for late night revellers to usher in the New Year. For those staying in the city centre, the easiest way to get to Changkat Bukit Bintang is via monorail: alight at the Bukit Bintang stop and head north along Jalan Bukit Bintang. 3.Rooftop Bars ABOUT KL Year’s Eve, Merdeka Square hosts a number of choreographed traditional dances, singing acts, marching bands and a spectacular fireworks display in the parade grounds. Visitors can just sit back and relax on the grassy field, but most prefer standing to enjoy a better view of the festivity. Merdeka Square is a 14-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur city centre, though we recommend taking the Rooftop bars in Kuala Lumpur is very popular monorail as traffic can get rather congested amongst late night revellers for many due to road closures. Alight at the Raja Chulan reasons – classy yet laidback ambience, stop and take a five-minute stroll towards the impressive food-and-beverage offerings, live Sultan Abdul Samad Building. entertainment, and of course a spectacular vantage point of Kuala Lumpur. Nestled atop high-rise structures and five-star hotels, 5.Curve Shopping Mall these rooftop bars in Kuala Lumpur are suitable alternatives to the overcrowded and Every December 31, the Curve Shopping Mall in rowdy bars in the city centre. Those who Petaling Jaya hosts a massive, free street party prefer an intimate dinner as they anticipate and fireworks display at The Street, a spacious al fresco walkway in the mall. Featuring live performances by local bands and dancers, it is usually packed with hundreds of attendees the countdown time can savour sumptuous French, Italian, Greek and Spanish cuisine at Troika Sky Dining while Sky Bar’s glamorous lounge is a great option if you want to sip on from 18:00 onwards. During this time, swanky a glass of champagne while watching several bistros, cafes, bars and restaurants situated fireworks displays around the Kuala Lumpur along The Street offer special NYE and happy city centre hour promos, perfect for those who want to wine and dine as they usher in the New Year. To 4.Merdeka Square get to the Curve Shopping Mall, a free shuttle bus that runs three times a day from Royale Bukit Bintang Hotel is available. Alternatively, Similar to KLCC Park, Merdeka Square offers you can take the LRT from KL Sentral to Kelana an impressive and free New Year celebration in Jaya and hop on to a free shuttle bus that the city centre. Set in front of the Sultan Abdul heads to the Curve. 22

Climate and Weather Malaysia is blessed with a nice tropical climate where sometimes it can be very sunny with light showers to heavy downpours at any given time. It is always best to travel with sunblock lotion on, a nice sun hat, sunglasses and a small umbrella for the unexpected change of weather. Walking and sightseeing around Kuala Lumpur can be very rewarding if you know how to dodge the rain and sun. But for most tourists, the sunny side of Kuala Lumpur can be very refreshing as they can work on their suntan as they go along! Most locals do not prefer the sunny part of Kuala Lumpur, which is why most of them would flock to air-conditioned shopping malls and retail outlets. But for foreign tourists, especially the Caucasians, I believe would love sunbathing as the sunny ABOUT KL sky can be very beautiful and pleasant most of the time. The tropical climate brings with it a very suitable weather for all-year round sightseeing and recreational activities. Yes, Malaysia cannot enjoy the variation of different seasons such as winter and fall but the nice sunny-and-rainy weather is perfect for exploring a metropolitan city like the ever- exciting Kuala Lumpur. The tropical climate the shower falling on warm pavements and also has its advantage over the produce we grass. Nothing beats the warm, fuzzy smell have in Malaysia, such as the delectable of rain as it cools the city down. tropical fruits like rambutan, mangoes and the King of All Fruits; the spikey durian. Monsoon Season in Malaysia Durian is a specialty in Malaysia and it is a & Weather Summary seasonal fruit, making it very much sought- after by locals and tourists alike. The King of Fruits can be found sold at random roadside Malaysia faces two monsoon winds seasons, stalls around Kuala Lumpur during the fruit the Southwest Monsoon from late May to season, which usually occurs during the 3rd September, and the Northeast Monsoon from quarter of the year. Its pungent smell and October to March. The Northeast Monsoon creamy, sweet but slightly bitter flesh are brings in more rainfall compared to the some of the unique qualities of this fruit – Southwest Monsoon, originating in China and thanks to the tropical weather needed by the the north Pacific. fruit to grow beautifully. Situated between 1° and 6°N, the whole of Some might think it would be a fuss to Malaysia has a classic equatorial climate walk around the city with the unpredictable with high temperatures and wet months weather of Malaysia. But, there are many throughout the year. Temperatures at sea ways to get around this issue apart from level range from 21ºC to 32ºC, whilst at preparing yourself with an umbrella all the higher elevations it is much cooler with time. One of them is as simple as checking temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C. the weather report during your stay here in Annual rainfall varies from 2,000mm to Kuala Lumpur. Plus, the rain is unlikely to 2,500mm. come out of nowhere without signs of warning (i.e.: sudden gloom, dark clouds, windy). So, A beach holiday can be enjoyed all year round you should have ample time to get some in Malaysia as the east and west coasts shelter as the city is filled with buildings and experience their wettest months at alternate structures even at the most open area you times of the year. could find. The LRT and Monorail stations are always sheltered anyway; same goes The wet season on the west of the peninsula with the bus stands. Hence, it is really not (Apr-Oct) brings thunderstorms in the that fussy to walk around the city al fresco. afternoons, but these are usually brief, and Worst case scenarios – hop inside some the odd downpour is a welcome way to of the fancy shopping malls, or just enjoy reduce the humidity. 23

A Day’s Trek in KL The pride of the nation - Petronas Twin Towers, was built in 1996 and the opening was officiated by the 4th Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tun Dato' Seri Dr Mahathir bin Mohamad. The two identical towers are Malaysian’s ultimate architectural marvels, standing tall at the heart of Kuala Lumpur. 8.00am: Breakfast! @ Imbi Market Breakfast is the most important meal of the SIGHTSEEING an array of mouth-watering delicacies for a The Petronas Twin Towers symbolises day. So, why not start your day bright with good kick-start of the day? Head on to Imbi Market (officially named Bukit Bintang Wet Market/Pasar Baru Bukit Bintang) early in the morning to avoid sell-outs since some of the Malaysian culture and advancement on the best delicacies here will be swept clean as world stage. This is shown by a blend of local early as 11am! motifs are a reflection of local handicrafts and weaving patterns, while stainless steel Imbi Market is a morning wet market where art and cutting-edge innovation. The interior many local residents go to shop for groceries and glass combine beautifully as Islamic every day. Hawker stalls are scattered around patterns. The design of each Tower's floor the area, readily waiting for hungry customers plate is based on simple Islamic geometric to dig in to their simple specialties that many forms of two interlocking squares, creating a locals crave for every now and then. It is shape of eight-pointed stars. Architecturally, considered as the best place for breakfast in these forms describe important Islamic Kuala Lumpur. principles of \"unity within unity, harmony, stability and rationality\". Some of the market’s specialties are; The towers are very famous among foreign •Ah Weng Kor Hainanese tea – toasts with tourists and it is the ultimately the icon of kaya & butter, Hainanese tea. Kuala Lumpur. Get the best view of Kuala Lumpur from the SkyBridge. It is best to book the tickets early as there is a fixed daily quota •Chee Cheong Fun – yong tau foo with sweet for visitors. There is also ample space around sauce, chilli and curry sauce sprinkled with the towers’ vicinity to take pictures with the sesame seeds. tower as a background, so grab your best camera for a winning selfie! •Sisters' crispy popiah – popiah that goes “kriuk kriukk” in your mouth! Address: PETRONAS Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, WP •Sang Kee pork intestines porridge – warm, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. comfort food for a good day ahead. Phone No.: +603-2331 8080 Website: www.petronastwintowers.com.my •Assam laksa – best-selling, savoury and a Operating Hours: (Skybridge) Tues – Sun, 9am local favorite. Only available on weekends. – 9pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.1579, 101.7116 •Ginger and wine Mee Suah – all of the best Getting There: Take RapidKL LRT from KL things combined together in a hearty bowl of Sentral to Masjid Jamek, and then interchange Mee Suah. LRT to KLCC station (KJ10). 11.30am: Visit @ Petronas Gallery Address: Jalan Kampung, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Petronas Gallery is a contemporary art Operating Hours: Tues – Sun, 6.30am till noon gallery established in 1993 by the Malaysian GPS Coordinates: 3.14340, 101.71664 multinational company Petronas to promote Getting There: 10-minute walk from Bukit arts and culture. Nestled between the Bintang Petronas Twin Towers, in Kuala Lumpur's premier shopping destination Suria KLCC, the 10.00am: Sightseeing @ Petronas gallery makes art engaging and accessible to Twin Towers the public. It provides an avenue for artists, 24

A Day’s Trek in KL both Malaysian and foreign, to display their The National Museum is located on Jalan works towards meeting and nurturing the Damansara in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The growing interest of the Malaysian public in museum is situated in close proximity to the visual arts. Perdana Botanical Gardens and it provides an overview of Malaysian history and culture. The National Museum is a palatial structure built in the style of Rumah Gadang, an aspect of Minangkabau architecture. Its facade comprises of elements of traditional Malay with a touch of modern features. The National Museum was launched on 31 August 1963, and it still serves as a repository of Malaysia’s rich cultural and historical This would be an excellent stop for art lovers heritage. and aficionados. “Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same The museum houses four main galleries time.” - Thomas Merton. allotted to ethnology and natural history. The displays range from free-standing tableaux SIGHTSEEING Address: Level 3, Suria KLCC, Jalan Ampang, showing cultural events like weddings, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, festivals and costumes; to traditional Malaysia. weapons, musical instruments, arts and Phone No.: +603-2051 7770 crafts, ceramics, and flora and fauna. This is Website: www.galeripetronas.com.my the perfect destination for those who wish to Operating Hours: Mon – Sat, 10am – 8pm. learn about Malaysians and their background GPS Coordinates: 3.158031, 101.711618 in depth. Getting There: Take RapidKL LRT from KL Sentral to Masjid Jamek, and then interchange Address: Jalan Damansara, 50566 Kuala LRT to KLCC station (KJ10). Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2267 1111 12.30am: Lunch @ Signatures Food Website: www.muziumnegara.gov.my Court at Suria KLCC Operating Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm. Suria’s KLCC has one of the best food courts GPS Coordinates: 3.137889, 101.686744 Getting There: Just a mere 500m walk from KL around the city. It may not sound as posh as Sentral. other restaurants nestled in their own outlet, but you will find a plethora of choices ranging 3.30pm: Sightseeing @ Perdana from western to eastern cuisines here. Botanical Garden Famous names like Sushi King, Subway, Fuel Shack, Kyros Kebab and Boost Juice Bars The Perdana Botanical Garden, formerly are all gathered here to cater to all kinds of known as Taman Tasik Perdana or Lake tastes. It has plenty of seating space and the Gardens, is situated in the Heritage Park of best part is that you can dine next to the huge Kuala Lumpur. It has always been a part of glass windows facing directly to KLCC Park the green lung of the city and has a history and the fountains if you feel like dining with a of over a decade. Originally created as view with natural lighting. It has a great mix part of a recreational park but planted with of different kinds of delicacies that will not collections of tropical plants, the garden burn a hole in your pocket. The area is nice have been rehabilitated and turned into a enough for lone or group diners, perfect for Botanical Garden. The garden has not only lunch before heading to the next sightseeing botanical collections but also house features destination. that give the visitors the ambiance of being in a tropical rainforest, despite being in the Address: Level 2, Suria KLCC, Jalan Ampang, middle of a bustling metropolis. 50088 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Some of the attractions available here are Phone No.: +603-2382 2828 various collections of plants such as forest Website: www.suriaklcc.com.my trees, Plumeria tree, Zingiberales, Heliconia, Operating Hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm. unusual species collection and many more. GPS Coordinates: 3.1584157, 101.7127978 There are also a Hibiscus Park, an Orchid Getting There: Can be found right at the end of Garden and Deer Park to visit that will the elevator going up to Level 2 in Suria KLCC. definitely make your trip more memorable. The various parts of the park offer delightful 2.00pm: Sightseeing @ National sights and experience as you get closer to Museum nature and witness its wonders. 25

A Day’s Trek in KL Address: Jalan Kebun Bunga, 55100 Kuala probably targeting tourists like you. So, why Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. not? Make your shots more appealing, you’ll Phone No.: +603-2617 6404 need it. Website: www.klbotanicalgarden.gov.my Operating Hours: Daily, 7am – 8pm. Address: 179, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala GPS Coordinates: 3.143, 101.68466 Lumpur, Malaysia. Getting There: The beautiful park sits right Phone No.: +603-2148 5488 across the National Museum. Website: www.fahrenheit88.com 4.30pm: Visit @ National Monument Operating Hours: Daily, 10am till midnight. GPS Coordinates: 3.147543, 101.712841 The National Monument is a sculpture that Getting There: From KL Sentral (MR1), take the commemorates those who died in Malaysia's Monorail Line towards Titiwangsa and hop off at Bukit Bintang station (MR6). You will see struggle for freedom, principally against the SIGHTSEEING and the Malayan Emergency, which lasted 8.00pm: Dinner @ Jalan Alor Fahrenheit 88’s H&M across the road. Japanese occupation during World War II from 1948 until 1960. It is located in the Federal capital, Kuala Lumpur. The Malaysian Jalan Alor is a famous night spot in Kuala Houses of Parliament are situated near the Lumpur especially for dinner and supper. monument. Sleepy by day, very lively and vibrant at It is the world's tallest bronze freestanding with restaurants and hawker stalls selling sculpture grouping. Every year on 31 July on delicious but very affordable meals such Warriors' Day, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, night, Jalan Alor is a stretch of street lined as seafood, Thai cuisines, local delicacies, the Prime Minister, heads of military, and the snacks and beers. It is famous for its wide police pay their respects to the fallen heroes array of choices, a favourite among locals by laying garlands at the monument. and tourists alike. Dining al fresco in the middle of Kuala Lumpur could not get any It is a sight to behold, as the monument could better than this; it has a casual and very give you a sense of pride as the hardships laid-back ambience perfect for group or lone and struggles are reflected through this travelers who prefer a raw and original KLites monument. This is a must-visit monument experience. Dinner in Jalan Alor is never whenever you are around Kuala Lumpur, so disappointing. do not skip this sightseeing stop! Address: Jalan Alor, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Address: Jalan Parlimen, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Operating Hours: Daily, 5pm till late. GPS Coordinates: 3.1493527, 101.683795 GPS Coordinates: 3.1456264, 101.7085775 Getting There: Just across the road next to Getting There: From the Bukit Bintang Monorail Perdana Botanical Garden. station – as you go down the elevator, turn left 5.00pm: Shopping @ Fahrenheit 88, and go straight ahead for 5 minutes or so till you see Jalan Alor to your right. Asking around Bkt. Bintang for directions also helps as it is not so far from Fahrenheit 88 is located at one of the the station. busiest and liveliest area in Kuala Lumpur, 10.00pm: Chill @ Changkat Bukit Bukit Bintang. Here, you can see people Bintang from all walks of life walking down the street - a perfect place to see KLites in their Situated right next to Jalan Alor, Changkat donning their streetwear. Fahrenheit 88 is Bukit Bintang is the place to go to experience a shopaholics’ haven, and being one of the the night scene in Kuala Lumpur. Pick one trendiest shopping malls around makes it bar or club, choose your poison and party the a favourite among locals and tourists alike. night away! Beautiful girls, good drinks, good Housing famous international brands such food and a great crowd are all you need to as Uniqlo and H&M with both being the have a good time in Changkat Bukit Bintang. biggest outlet in Malaysia respectively, there The street gets even livelier as it turn to is no question that Fahrenheit 88 is the mall midnight, and you can just party all night long you can’t afford to miss out whenever you are for an unforgettable experience. around Bukit Bintang. Address: Changkat Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala The walkway right outside of Fahrenheit 88 is Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. also one of Bukit Bintang’s attractions where Operating Hours: Daily, 8pm till late. you can see groups of buskers performing at GPS Coordinates: 3.1472032, 101.7063017 random as well as street vendors selling stuff Getting There: It is only 3-5 minutes away from like selfie sticks and smartphone lenses, Jalan Alor. 26

Intro / Historical Sites Old General Post Office building is the towers topped with a cupola with decorative buttresses around the base. Linking these towers are passageways or verandahs with two different types of arches – keyhole arches and ogee arches – another typical traits of Mughal architecture. The towers were origanally dining chambers with private tiffin rooms. This Old High Court It sits right next to the Sultan Abdul Samad Building started to be constructed in 1912 building and many think that the old general and completed in 1915. post office is part of the aforementioned building. The architectural style owes its Back in the days, it housed the Kuala Lumpur similarity to its neighboring building due to Supreme Court which later moved to Sultan the fact that they share the same architect, Abdul Samad building. Nowadays, plans are which was AB Hubback. The building was constructed in 1904 but due to some financial difficulties faced by the contractor, it was only completed in 1907. An arch SIGHTSEEING walkway was built to connect the old post office to the neighboring Sultan Abdul Samad building but this was added years after the building was constructed.The Old General being made to convert the building into a Post Office Building has wide arcaded gallery to showcase arts and crafts. verandahs of ogee arches, a style repeated in other heritage buildings in the vicinity. The central leaf design pediment is framed by Address: Jalan Raja Laut, 50350 Kuala Lumpur, WP pinnacles. On both ends of the building are Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. multi-sided towers housing the staircases. Visiting Hours: Always open but entrance is prohibited. Its architectural style was also significantly GPS Coordinates: 3.1490154, 101.6937251 inspired by Mughal-eclectic architecture or Getting There: Just a stone throw’s away from Sultan better known as Indo-Saracenic architecture Abdul Samad building, the white building with black but its design was adapted to the local domes. weather condition of Malaysia which is hot and humid. This building is the only example National Textiles Museum of Mughal architectural structure in Malaysia without domes. Located in one of the most important historical sites of Kuala Lumpur, the architecture of this building is Mughal-Islamic The Kuala Lumpur General Post Office was orientation. The museum has streaks of red housed here until 1984, when it moved to and white of its own revenue from red bricks the present General Post Office building at and white plaster punctuated with alternate, the Dayabumi Complex. Today the building characterizing the adaptation of the Moghul- houses part of the Ministry of Information Islam style of architecture. Entranceway Communication & Culture office. facing Jalan Sultan Hishammuddin consists of two rectangular oval shaped pole that Address: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala stretches out from the walls of the dome- Lumpur, Malaysia. roofed. There are two octagonal-shaped Visiting Hours: Always open but entrance is tower on the side of the building. In each prohibited. tower there is a concrete dome surrounded GPS Coordinates: 3.1486807, 101.6945841 by smaller domes. Getting There: Take the LRT and alight at Masjid Jamek station. This building is 10 minutes away from the station by foot. Just follow the signage. The museum offers visitors a view of Malaysian textiles which vary depending Old High Court Building on the ethnics that exist in this country. Other than displaying the sample of textiles The Old High Court Building is another sight used in Malaysia, the museum exposes how to behold when you are around the Merdeka the fabric is produced, including the tools Square area. The beautiful building with and equipment used during the process. mesmerizing Mughal architecture is situated Malaysian traditional costumes are also just across the Gombak river from the Sultan displayed, depicting the cultural and Abdul Samad building. This old colonial historical background of each ethnicity in building is just one of the many works of Malaysia. the British architect, A.B. Hubback, who was also responsible for building buildings like this scattered around Kuala Lumpur. Address: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, Kuala Lumpur A distinctive feature of the Old High Court GPS: 3.1467223,101.6940118,17 27

Modern Buildings M Buildings June 1997 and was completed and handed odern over to JAKIM on 1 September 1999, within 2 years. Introduction Putra mosque is modelled after the Persian Islamic architecture of the Safavid period, Kuala Lumpur has a unique heritage in terms with some design elements borrowed from of architectural styles on old buildings, where other mosques around the world. we owe plenty of these beautiful designs Its 116-metre minaret is influenced by from architects such as A.C. Norman and SIGHTSEEING we definitely cannot help but to notice Baghdad, while the basement wall of the A.B. Hubback back in the colonial era. But, the design of the Sheikh Omar mosque in the modern marvels surrounding these mosque resembles that of the King Hassan age-old buildings where most of us would mosque in Casablanca, Morocco. gape at while admiring its modernity. As Kuala Lumpur continues to progress and Putra Mosque consists of three main develop to become one of the most modern metropolitan in Southeast Asia, we can see landscaped courtyard named The Sahn, the city’s skyline rapidly changing over the and an area housing a religious learning years to accommodate to the rapid growth areas – a 12-column main prayer hall, a centre and function rooms. The mosque can of the country’s economy. Being the capital accommodate 15,000 worshippers at a time. city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is the city of Address: Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM), dreams – where many aspiring talents from Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan, 62502 Persekutuan, all around the country flock to in order to Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya, Malaysia build their dreams into reality. GPS Coordinates: (2.936055, 101.689578) The vibrant and lively city of Kuala Lumpur Visiting Hours: is the most modern city in Malaysia. Tall Monday –Thursday & skyscrapers and buildings constructed with Saturday-Sunday the latest technology and style are scattered 9.30am – 12.30pm around the city – creating mesmerizing sights 2.00pm – 4.00pm both day and night. The concrete jungle 5.30pm – 6.00pm is more than meets the eye, with various attractions worth visiting for a memorable Friday experience. The Kuala Lumpur Twin Towers, 9.30am – 12.30pm fondly known as KLCC, is the most iconic 3.00pm – 4.00pm modern building in Malaysia that also houses 5.30pm – 6.00pm the world-class, largest indoor aquarium in Malaysia known as Aquaria KLCC. By Bus Putra Mosque Parkmay (Cityliner No. 868) comes every 20 minutes. The route is Sinar Kota-Komuter Putra Mosque, named after Malaysia's first Serdang-Putrajaya-Cyberjaya. Sepang Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Omnibus (No. 536B) goes through Sepang- Al-Haj is one of the popular landmarks in Banting-Dengkil-Cyberjaya-Putrajaya every Putrajaya. 3 hours. Kelang-Banting Bus (No.131) follows Kelang-Banting- Dengkil-Cyberjaya- Putrajaya route every 2 hours. Sum Omnibus (No. 186) from Kajang Terminal Bus, UNITEN- Putrajaya and Cyberjaya runs every 1 - 2 hours. (Putrajaya Internal Nadi Putra bus services are available at 50 sen per ride). By Train Catch the ERL train towards the KLIA airport from KL's Sentral station. Express Rail Link (ERL) Route: KL Sentral/Bandar Tasik Putrajaya/Cyberjaya/Salak Tinggi/KLIA It is adjacent to Dataran Perdana and facing Frequency : every half hour (peak hours) the Putrajaya Lake. The mosque was built in every hour (off peak hours). 28

Modern Buildings Telekom Tower Address: Jalan Pantai Baru, 50672 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The Telekom Tower is a skyscraper in Kuala Visiting Hours: NIL Lumpur and it has one of the most unique GPS Coordinates: 3.1161892, 101.6659482 architecture in the city. The bamboo-sprout Getting There: Take the LRT and alight at Kerinchi style makes it distinguishable from other LRT Station. skyscrapers in Malaysia. The initial idea Dayabumi Complex was to incorporate natural and traditional elements in the building to strengthen its The Dayabumi Complex is a major landmark Malaysian identity. Telekom is a national in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It houses several telecommunication service provider in commercial facilities and is one of the Malaysia, and the tower also houses several earliest skyscrapers in the city. It is located well-known tenants; namely Mercedes- near the National Mosque, the Old Kuala Benz Malaysia, BASF, DHL, Hapag-Lloyd, Lumpur Railway Station and the Federal Unilever, Henkel Malaysia, Penerbangan House at Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin. It was Malaysia Berhad, Takaful Nasional and the IT designed in a modern Islamic style. The Department of Tenaga Nasional. facade of the tower is adorned with patterns of eight-pointed stars, and Islamic arches at SIGHTSEEING the top and bottom of the tower. Construction began on 14 February 1982. Central Market, which is near the banks of Klang River avoided demolition during Dayabumi Complex's construction. The building was completed in February 1984. Address: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Visiting Hours: 9 AM to 8 PM GPS Coordinates: 3.1456° N, 101.6939° E Getting There: Take the LRT to Pasar Seni (Central Market), if you walk from Central Market you are able to see the complex just beside it. It was designed by Hijjas Kasturi Associates and was constructed between 1998 and 2001 by Deawoo Construction. The proud and beautiful structure was officially opened by the 4th Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad on 11 February 2003. It stands tall at 310 m (1,017 ft) with 55 floors that accommodate offices, a theater, a large prayer hall and a sports facility. Another unique feature of the building is its 22 open sky-gardens alternating every three floors – staying true to its concept that focuses on elements of nature. 29

Places of Worship church in 1965. The original structure is the works of a team of three architects from the Public Works Department; Howard Ashley from the UK and Malaysians, Hisham Al- Bakri and Baharuddin Kassim. It’s eighteen- pointed star dome is said to represent the thirteen states of Malaysia and the five pillars of Islam. Reflecting pools and fountains spread throughout the compound, creating a soothing and tranquil area perfect for meditating and prayers. Address: Jalan Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WP SIGHTSEEING known as Masjid Jamek among the locals - Website: www.masjidnegara.gov.my Jamek Mosque Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Jamek Mosque was built in 1909, better Phone No.: +603-2693 7784 Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 6pm. is the oldest mosque in the city. The mosque GPS Coordinates: 3.1420938, 101.6917739 sits at the meeting point of the Klang and Getting There: Best is to get a taxi from KL Sentral – Gombak rivers, which is also the birthplace book one from the taxi kiosks. of Kuala Lumpur. It was designed by Arthur Benison Hubback, a British architect who was responsible in designing the colonial buildings around the city. Its architecture Federal Territory Mosque The construction of Masjid Wilayah started is inspired by Mogul influences of northern in 1996 and was completed in the year 2000 India. In 1965, it was officially declared as the – just in time for the country’s National Day National Mosque. The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Alaeddin Sulaiman Shah officially opened the mosque in 1909, two years after construction was completed. Today, there is a new National Mosque not far away, but Jamek Mosque remains important due to its strategic location in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. Address: Jalan Tun Perak, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 4pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.1489471, 101.6958932 Getting There: Take the LRT and alight Masjid Jamek station. 5-minute walk from the station, across Jalan Tun Perak. at the turn of a new millennium. The mosque was the brainchild of Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamed during his tenure as Malaysia’s fourth Prime Minister. Located just a stone’s throw from the city centre near the MATRADE building and Jalan Duta’s government complex, the mosque was officiated on 18 February 2005 by the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong (King of Malaysia) at that time, Tuanku Syed Sirajudin Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Syed Putra Jamalulail. The mosque is heavily influenced by the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Turkey, with a combination of National Mosque traditional Malay and Middle East design Located in Kuala Lumpur, the National elements. A total of 22 domes adorn the Mosque has a large capacity of 15,000 mosque’s rooftop. people and is surrounded by lush greenery which expands to a 13-acre land. The More than just a mosque, Masjid Wilayah is mosque was actually built on the site of a also a community, research and educational 30

Places of Worship complex, equipped with a host of facilities Website: www.klccconventioncentre.com such as a meeting room, a seminar Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 6pm. room, a library, a multi-purpose hall and GPS Coordinates: 3.15732, 101.7161701 accommodation. Getting There: Take the LRT to KLCC station and the mosque is located just outside of Suria KLCC’s Ramlee Address: Jalan Duta, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Mall – 2-minute walk. Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-6201 8791 Website: www.masjidwilayah.gov.my St.John’s Cathedral Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 6pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.17206, 101.6705413 St. John’s Cathedral is one of the famous and Getting There: Take RapidKL bus (B115 / U83 / U618) oldest churches in Kuala Lumpur. In 1883, the or take a taxi. It is near Publika Solaris Dutamas. first church was erected on the site and it was SIGHTSEEING As-Syakirin Mosque dedicated to St John the Evangelist. It started out as just a humble long wooden hall with several Masjid Asy-Syakirin shares the same location windows to catch the light, nestled calmly in as two hugely-popular tourist attractions, a forested area of Bukit Nanas. The current Suria KLCC and Petronas Twin Towers, at the building was built in 1962 and it was elevated heart of Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC). to the status of cathedral. Some of the unique Nicknamed ‘Jewel in the Park’, the mosque and mesmerizing features of the church are faces the soothing lushness of KLCC Park. the whitewashed exterior, double spires on the west front and beautiful stained glass windows Originally built in 1998 to cater for a imported from Paris that depict iconic scenes of congregation of 6,000 worshippers, the Gospel. the mosque was renovated in 2009 to accommodate for an additional 5,000, Situated at the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the increasing its total capacity to 11,000 cathedral is popular among many foreigners worshippers. Its strikingly-modern, futuristic and tourists. The cathedral is located next to architecture was built by highly-skilled St. John’s Institution which is popular for its craftsmen from Uzbekistan out of marble and Grecian-Spanish architecture. The school’s granite with a combination of West Asia and name is obviously inspired by the neighbouring East Asia design elements. This mosque is cathedral and it was established by the Lasallian unique in the sense that it doesn’t feature a Brothers. The church is also strategically located minaret as part of its structure. as it is nearby Convent Bukit Nanas, Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve as well as the KL Tower. Besides being a prime venue for several high-profile religious events, Masjid Asy- Address: 5, Jalan Bukit Nenas, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, WP Syakirin has received a number of esteemed Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. guests in the past such as the Duke and Phone No.: +603-2026 2813 Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William and Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm. Kate Middleton, as well as the Chief Imam of GPS Coordinates: 3.15045, 101.6992102 Masjid Al-Haram in Mecca, Dr. Abdul Rahman Getting There: The best way to reach the cathedral is by Al-Sudais, and the Chief Imam of Masjid An- taking a taxi. Nabawi in Medina, Fadilatul As-Syeikh Solah Bin Muhammad Al-Budair. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church For most expatriates who reside in Kuala Lumpur Address: Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, WP would consider the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Church as their home away from home. This is Phone No.: +603-2333 2888 because the church has a congregation that is 31

Places of Worship very diverse and close to each other. It is a America to serve and accommodate beautiful building by Jalan Raja Chulan that worshippers in the city. Worship services are is pretty eye-catching as it stands out from available in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, the other buildings around it. It is designed Tagalog (Filipino) and Myanmar Chin, Falam in a mock-Tudor style. Black and white and Mizo. Other than the one in Changkat, bungalows are white-painted bungalows, the Kuala Lumpur Baptist Church is also in a style once commonly used to house available in the beautiful Desa ParkCity; European colonial and expatriate families housed in a gorgeous, modern building with in tropical climate colonies, typically the a sleek design. Southeast Asian colonies of the British Empire in the 19th century. The style Address: 70, Cangkat Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala incorporated elements of UK's Arts and Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Crafts and Art Deco movements as well as Phone No.: +603-2141 9154 SIGHTSEEING airy and spacious family homes. Hence, the GPS Coordinates: 3.1468259, 101.709972 the need of wealthy expatriate families for Website: www.klbc.org.my church’s design was heavily inspired with Getting There: From KL Sentral, take the monorail this style that was very popular back in the towards Titiwangsa and alight at Air Asia-Bukit Bintang station. The church is 4 minutes away by days. Another historical building designed foot. with mock-Tudor style is the Selangor Royal Club. Address: 29/31, Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Thean Hou Temple Phone No.: +603-2031 1223 / 2072 5687 Website: www.standrewschurch.org.my GPS Coordinates: 3.14907, 101.7023501 Getting There: Take the bus to St Andrew’s Church bus station from Pasar Seni Kuala Lumpur Baptist Church Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the Kuala Lumpur Baptist Church is one of the The Thean Hou Temple was built by the Hainanese in order to commemorate the Goddess of Thean Hou. The Thean Hou Temple is one of the largest Chinese temple in South East Asia and was officially opened on 3rd September 1989. You can get to Thean Hou Temple if you are on the way to Midvalley Megamall via Jalan Syed Putra. Built on a 1.67-acre piece of land, the temple has four levels and it is famous for its ornate decorations and architectural design. From the main temple, you can enjoy a breath- taking view of Kuala Lumpur. It serves as a house of worship and a functional space for events such as weddings. It is a popular tourist attraction especially during Chinese festival times and the birthdays of the various temple gods. Address: 65, Persiaran Endah, Taman Persiaran Desa, 50460 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2274 7088 Website: www.hainannet.com.my most popular churches in Kuala Lumpur. It is GPS Coordinates: 3.12181, 101.68772 Getting There: The nearest bus station to the temple located among various buildings within the is MCOBA, Jalan Syed Putra station. Walk along Golden Triangle such as hotels, commercial Persiaran Endah for about 10 minutes. buildings, shopping malls, apartments, high- rise buildings. It is also easily accessible by LRT and other forms of public transportation. Guan Di Temple One of the most impressive Chinese temples The church was founded in 1952 by in Kuala Lumpur is the Guan Di Temple, which missionaries from the United States of is also known as Kuan Ti Temple. It is a 32

Places of Worship looking Hokkien temple is a century-old Chinese temple, making it one of the earliest ones in Kuala Lumpur. The temple is named after Guan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy which is one of the most popular deities worshipped by local Buddhists. Inside, there is a statue of Guan Yin which depicts her in a thousand- armed and thousand-eyed manifestation, representing her omniscience. Guan Yin is only one of the few Hokkien temples around, while sporting the typical but beautiful curved gorgeous Taoist temple located near Petaling roof – an iconic design for such temples. Street. If you ever find yourself in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown, this temple is easily Address: Jalan Tun H S Lee, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, WP accessible through Jalan Tun H.S Lee, a small Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. street parallel to the bustling Petaling Street. Phone No.: +603-2072 6669 SIGHTSEEING Upon entering the temple, you will experience Visiting Hours: Daily, 8am – 5pm. a tranquil environment with worshippers in GPS Coordinates: 3.13951, 101.69888 their hushed prayers. Getting There: Located near Maharajalela monorail station (MR3) and the temple is about 5 minutes The origin of this temple comes from one of away by foot. China’s greatest warriors known as General Kwan, Guan Di or Guan Yu. He was given the Buddhist Maha Vihara title of ‘God of War’ and many had chosen to worship him due to his excellent combat The Sinhalese community founded The and war skills. Many believed that with his Buddhist Maha Vihara in 1894. It is based blessings and protection, the well-being of a in Kuala Lumpur and the establishment is person can be achieved. And of course, even to provide a place of worship in conjunction the God of War will only grant wishes to those with the community’s Sri Lankan Theravada with a pure heart. Address: Jalan Tun H S Lee, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2072 6669 Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.14405, 101.69676 Getting There: Get to Central Market by bus or train, and the temple is just across the road. tradition. Most Sinhalese were either traders Guan Yin Temple or artisans and skilled workers brought in Across Jalan Stadium from the Chan She from Ceylon by the British Administration to develop the colonial Malayan Civil Service. Shu Yuen Association is the vibrant Guan Yin The Buddhist Maha Vihara was commonly Temple, where you will first be greeted with a known as the Brickfields Buddhist Temple pair of stone lions guarding the steps leading for many years. The auspicious site holds towards the temple. A quaint but glorious- various religious ceremonies as well as talks and caters to the spiritual needs of the community surrounding it. It is adorned in traditional and beautiful designs, making it a pleasing sight for visitors. Address: 123, Jalan Berhala Brickfields, 50470 WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2274 1141 Website: www.buddhistmahavihara.org Visiting Hours: Daily, 5.30am – 10.30pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.128077, 101.686712 Getting There: Alight at Tun Sambanthan monorail station (MR2) and walk to the temple which is about 10 minutes away. Can also be reached by bus, where you can stop at SRK La Salle bus station. 33

Places of Worship Street). In 1968, a new structure was built, Sin Sze Si Ya Temple featuring the ornate 'Raja Gopuram' tower in the style of South Indian temples. Yap Ah Loy, the Chinese community leader or captain (“Kapitan Cina”) who was responsible for the early developments of Kuala Lumpur From its inception, the temple provided an had built this temple in 1864. It is one of the important place of worship for early Indian city’s most important Taoist temples and immigrants and is now an important cultural it was built in the honour of Yap Ah Loi’s and national heritage. Adapting the South comrades, namely Sin Sze Ya and Si Sze Ya. Indian or Dravidian architecture, the temple has an ornate and lavish gateway known as the gopuram. It is 5-tiered, making it the tallest structure of the temple. SIGHTSEEING Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Address: Jalan Tun H S Lee, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, WP Phone No.: +603-2078 3467 Visiting Hours: Daily, 6am – 1am. GPS Coordinates: 3.143416, 101.6964979 Getting There: Take the bus to Pasar Seni and station. They became venerated as deities after their the temple is just a short walk away from the bus deaths. You can see their altars occupying Sri Ganesar Court Hill Temple the main hall. Located in the middle of the busy and bustling area of Pudu Lama Road, the Sri After Yap’s death in 1885, Yap was also Ganesar Temple is a sight to behold. With deified and the altar dedicated to him is simple but symbolic exterior, the temple’s situated to the left side of the main hall main deity is Lord Ganesha - the elephant- with a sculpture of Yap sitting nearby. The temple is built based on very strict feng shui principles and as a result, the temple seems oddly placed with its entrance facing a corner. Even if the doorway seems discreet, it never seemed to be a problem with fellow worshippers or visitors. Yet, the entrance is adorned with dragons, a typical sentiment to temples like Sin Sze Si Ya. Address: 14A, Leboh Pudu, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. headed God who is worshipped as a \"remover Phone No.: +603-2072 9593 of obstacles\". This temple is regarded as the Visiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 5pm. third most important Hindu temple in Kuala GPS Coordinates: 3.1456514, 101.6963584 Lumpur. It was constructed in 1897, with a Getting There: Take the bus to Pasar Seni and humble beginning as just a simple shrine in the temple is just a short walk away from the bus a British colonial official's garden. station. Located just across the street from the iconic Central Market. A sacred Bael tree stands within the temple’s vicinity, giving it a pleasant natural shade for Sri Mahamariamman Temple the temple. Worshippers will usually stroke Founded in 1873, the Sri Mahamariamman the tree’s bark first upon entering the temple Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala before proceeding with their prayers to get Lumpur, Malaysia. It is situated at edge of blessings. Inside, you will see a statue of the Chinatown in Jalan Bandar (formerly High Lord Ganesha laden in extravagant flower wreaths. Address: Jalan Pudu Lama, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2078 9825 Visiting Hours: Daily, 8am - 7pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.1467114, 101.7004905 Getting There: Hop on a train or bus to Pudu Sentral and the temple is about 5 minutes away – walk across the Pudu road and turn left till you reach the junction to Pudu Lama road. Walk down the street and the temple should be on your right at the junction corner. 34

Places of Worship/Memorials & Museums The exhibition space was divided into three Sree Veera Hanuman Temple floors. The 3rd floor featured information Located among other popular attractions about the objectives of the memorial as well such as Sri Kandaswamy Kovil and Wei- as some information about the former Prime Ling Gallery, Sree Veera Hanuman Temple Ministers who used to be in the office. The 2nd is a humble temple which honours a rather floor showcases Tun Hussein Onn’s family uncommon deity which is Hanuman – the tree which shows the family’s nationalism history. Other than that, some of Tun’s personal possessions such as books, Tun’s sleeve buttons with his initials engraved on it and many more are also showcased here. Address: Jalan Dato Onn, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2072 7870 Website: www.arkib.gov.my Visiting Hours: Tues – Sun, 10am – 5.30pm. Closed at 12pm – 3pm on Fridays. SIGHTSEEING Monkey God. Lord Hanuman was depicted in GPS Coordinates: 3.157312, 101.6925059 the Indian epic Ramayana where Hanuman is revered for his courage and devotion. In the Vivekananda Ashram temple, you can find five statues of the deity. The ashram has just been gazetted as a Worshippers come with offerings of butter National Heritage Site to save it from potential which is applied to the mouth and tail, along harm of new commercial development. The with garlands of vadai (a savoury fried fritter). Vivekananda Ashrama, Kuala Lumpur is an Saturdays are especially busy here, so it institution started by the Jaffna (Sri Lankan) might be a good time to visit the temple as it gets lively with temple activities and poojas. Address: Jalan Scott, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2274 0639 Website: www.veerahanuman.com Visiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 10pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.135216, 101.6922937 Getting There: Take the monorail to the Tun Sambanthan stop. Walk along Jalan Tebing and turn left to Jalan Scott. Tun Hussein Onn Memorial Tun Hussein Onn Memorial was launched by Dato’ Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, Tamil immigrants in 1904 in honour of Swami Malaysia’s 4th Prime Minister on 10th Vivekananda. The building, constructed in February 2006. The building used to be the 1908, is dedicated to his work in providing education and spiritual development for the youth and community. Right at the front of the ashram is the bronze statue of Swami Vivekananda. A lot has been done to save the ashram and the reasons for it could not be any more relevant. Swami Vivekananda is an amazing icon especially to the Hindu community. He was a key figure in the introduction of the Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to Prime Minister’s Office back in the ruling the Western world and is credited with raising era of Tun Abdul Razak (1970 – 1976), Tun interfaith awareness, bringing Hinduism to Hussein Onn (1976 – 1981) and Tun Dr. the status of a major world religion during the Mahathir Mohamad (1981 – 1999), which late 19th century. He was a major force in the is now moved to Putrajaya. This memorial revival of Hinduism in India, and contributed exhibits the items and materials regarding to the concept of nationalism in colonial Tun Hussein Onn, known as the ‘Father of India. Unity’ (Bapa Perpaduan) and also as the third Prime Minister of Malaysia. Vivekananda believed that a country’s future depends on its people, and his teachings 35

Memorials & Museums/Parks & Gardens focused on human development. He wanted all the butterfly parks in the world, none can “to set in motion machinery which will bring compare with this one”. noblest ideas to the doorstep of even the poorest and the meanest”. This is the largest butterfly garden in the world spanning over 80,000 sq ft of landscaped He had done plenty in his lifetime that he garden with over 5,000 live butterflies, exotic becomes a true inspirational figure. In India, plants, butterfly-host plants and ferns. Other Vivekananda is regarded as a patriotic saint attractions are japanese koi fish, fresh water and his birthday is celebrated there as turtles, live insects and a museum with a National Youth Day. It is an honour to have large collection of butterflies and insects a piece of a prominent world-class scholar’s from around the world. legacy built on our humble land, thus, it Address: Taman Tasik Perdana, Jalan Cendarasari, is crucial to highlight this monument as a SIGHTSEEING Address: 220, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, Phone No.: +603-2693 4799 / +603-2693 4907 source of inspiration. 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Website: www.klbutterflypark.com Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm. KL., Malaysia GPS Coordinates: 3.1457332, 101.688906 Phone: +60 3-2274 1885 Getting There: Take the RapidKL bus numbers B101 GPS Coordinates: 3.1306187,101.6854634 or B112. Alight at the Dayabumi Complex and walk walk to the park. Another option is to stop at the Petronas Gallery Old Kuala Lumpur Railway Station and walk towards Art for everyone. That is what this gallery towards Masjid Negara. From there it is a short is all about, as it showcases innovative and Masjid Negara. The Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is new forms of art that is up-to-date from local located right behind the Masjid Negara. and international artists. The gallery offers a major venue for visual arts in Kuala Lumpur. Lembah Kiara Park Located within the Suria KLCC building, this Lembah Kiara Park is a popular place for gallery is easily accessible for anyone who outdoor activities such as mountain biking, wishes to spend some time immersed in hiking and jogging. It has a pleasant lake the world of art. If you find yourself walking with a stream leading to the play park. There around KLCC and finding something to do is also a paved road that leads up and around to kill time, Petronas Gallery will offer you the hill, suitable for joggers and hikers that interesting insights and perspectives on the need a little resistance in their routine. There way you look at art. are decent trails around the hill for mountain bikers too, making this park very suitable Address: Lot 341-343, Level 3, Suria KLCC, and welcoming for outdoor sports and PETRONAS Twin Towers, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, recreational activities. It is well-maintained Malaysia. and very popular among local residents. Phone No.: +603-2051 7770 Website: www.galeripetronas.com.my Address: Jalan Abang Haji Openg, Bukit Kiara, 60000 Visiting Hours: Tues – Sun, 10am – 8pm. Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. GPS Coordinates: 3.158031, 101.711618 Visiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 8pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.146078, 101.632313 Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park Getting There: Take the U82 RapidKL bus from Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is a veritable KL Sentral and stop at Supermarket Presto, Jalan secret paradise where butterflies actually Datuk Sulaiman bus station. The park is 5-minute dance nonchalantly in clumps of fern amidst walk away. scented beautiful flowers and flowering vines. From the words of the internationally renowned programme- Discovery Channel , in an interview and broadcasted to over 200 million viewers worldwide, it says “of 36

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新的一年在吉隆坡 ABOUT KL 5 吉隆坡大最佳迎 接新年的地方 迎接新的一年，是吉隆坡市年度最喜庆的 音乐表演再来就是一场壮丽烟花表演为谢 节日之一。同时 ，贵为马来西亚繁华首都 幕。50英亩的公园有音乐喷泉表演，公园 的吉隆坡，也被誉为东南亚最佳举办振奋 中央为面积达一万平方公尺的人造池及水 人心的新年除夕派对的城市之一。 池上方设有43公尺长的高架桥，跨越水池 两岸还种植不少绿色植物，以及水舞喷泉 每年年尾，人们可观看色彩缤纷的烟火 和行人路。除了华丽的烟火表演及池边欣 秀、参与各大规模的聚会、以及人头汹涌 赏水舞秀，这座桥也是公园内欣赏国油双 的街道，当中挤满数千人潮，其中包括本 峰塔的最佳观赏点。附近还有酒吧，酒馆 地人、外国游客等一同倒数计时参与此项 和餐馆营业直到午夜时分。 庆典。 2.章卡武吉免登 从高尚时髦的顶楼酒吧再加动人的现场演 出及双峰塔为背景，以下特选5个吉隆坡最 (Changkat Bukit 佳迎接新一年到来的地方，向爱玩客们保 证，这愉快的氛围，完美的娱乐及令人惊 Bintang） 叹的烟花表演之下，迎接新的一年到来！ 章卡武吉免登是这座城市最为热闹的林荫 1.吉隆坡城中城公园 大道，在那里任何一条街道，都能随意找 到许多酒吧，酒馆，以及独特概念经营的 （KLCC Park） 餐馆。在周末，这里白天这里是一条静谧 的小巷，晚上则变成夜归人疯狂的场所， 城中城公园，靠近阳光广场购物中心 （Suria KLCC shopping centre），是近 年来属于一家大小都喜爱前往休闲的地 方。然而，这里可变身成为一个巨大除夕 音乐会场，一场由来自当地及国际的现场 38

新的一年在吉隆坡 直到凌晨早上。在年尾的庆祝活动，这里 舞蹈，唱歌表演，管乐队表演，以及华丽 会特别设计一个独树一格的主题，特别是 壮观的烟花汇演。游客甚至可毫无忌惮的 除夕促销活动，以及配合混音DJ的振奋音 在草地上放松躺下，但有更多的却喜欢站 乐、电子舞曲、流行音乐、和hip-hop音律 在享受其喜庆的气氛及寻找更好的视野。 等，为迎来新年而狂欢至深夜。给住在市 独立广场距离吉隆坡市中心有14分钟的车 中心的朋友，以最简单的方式前往章卡武 吉免登就是使用单轨火车，在武吉免登下 车后，一路向北既可。 3.顶楼酒吧 (Rooftop bars） 吉隆坡夜晚最受欢迎的空中酒吧原因有很 多，其优雅而悠闲的气氛笼罩，醉人的美 味饮品及精彩的娱乐表演，这正是吉隆坡 ABOUT KL 程，但我们建议采取单轨火车，不过或许 因道路封闭而导致拥挤。下车之后，在拉 惹楚蘭路（Raja Chulan）停下，再往苏丹 阿都沙末大厦步行五分钟即可。 5.科富购物中心 其壮观的优势。位于吉隆坡坐落于五星级 (The Curve 酒店高耸结构的顶楼上，这酒吧绝对适合 于人满为患的市中心。至于喜爱与爱人共 Shopping Mall） 度浪漫夜晚的朋友，可以到星空酒吧品尝 丰盛的法国、意大利、希腊及西班牙风味 每年的12月31日，坐落于八打灵再也的科 晚餐。一杯香槟，加上惊艳烟火表演围绕 富（The Curve）购物中心穿梭于多个大街 下，欣赏着吉隆坡市中心的美景。 小巷甚至宽敞的户外街道，多个免费街头 派对及烟花汇演。通常晚上7时正开始， 当地就已经挤满了人潮，当地还聘有乐队 及舞者现场表演，此外，周边的时髦小酒 馆、咖啡馆、酒吧及沿街坐落于附近的餐 厅，都一致以不同宣传手法及美酒佳肴呈 现方式，以迎接新一年的到来。要到科富 购物中心，可免费乘撘免费巴士，从皇家 武吉免登酒店，一天三次穿梭此区域。或 者，你也可以使用轻快铁在吉隆坡中环广 场到格拉纳再也（Kelana Jaya）再乘撘另 一辆免费的穿梭巴前往科富购物中心。 4.独立广场 (Merdeka Square） 与吉隆坡城中城公园 （KLCC Park）相 似，独立广场是市中心另一个给予令人铭 记于心的新年欢庆庆典场所。坐落于苏丹 阿都沙末大厦前的标志性建筑，包括修剪 完美的一个巨大绿色草坪，其95米高的 马来西亚国旗旗杆就屹立中心。在除夕 夜，独立广场举办一系列精心设计的传统 39

天气与气候 马来西亚是一个漂亮且幸运的热带国家。 那宜人的阳光与适量的阵雨或特定的大雨 都能够恰到好处。擦上防晒乳液、戴上好 看的太阳帽及遮阳镜踏上令人期待的旅 程，别忘了戴上小雨伞以防意想不到的气 候变化。倘若你知道如何避开日晒雨淋的 吉隆坡然后在周围散步观光是非常有益的 事情。但对于大部分游客来说，吉隆坡的 的阳光是很清爽的，他们甚至也不做防 晒，因为他们乐于游走于中！反倒大部分 当地人都不喜欢户外活动，这就是为什么 大多数人会涌向有空调的商场和零售店 里。但对于外国游客，特别是白种人，都 非常享受日光浴，他们都把大部分的时间 ABOUT KL 一年四季的热带气候为之带来了不少的观 欣赏那宜人的气候与那晴朗的天空。 光与休闲活动。没错，马来西亚虽然没有 四季，没有冬天或秋天，但却拥有阳光明 媚及阴雨天气，探索吉隆坡这大都市不一 样激动人心的变化。热带气候也为马来西 亚带来了生产优势，比如生产了美味的热 带水果，如红毛丹，芒果及拥有水果之王 之美名的榴莲。 榴莲是马来西亚的特产，一个季节性的水 果，在当地无论当地人或游客都非常抢 手。榴莲成熟的季节，通常都在每年的年 中或中下就可在各个街道或路边小摊看 见。其攻鼻的气味与奶油般的果肉，甜中 带有点微苦的独特味道，还真的托这热带 气候 的福了。 在这个不可预测的天气下走在街头，或许 会有人大惊小怪。但是，只要自备雨伞那 就能够解决你所担心的问题了，或者你也 可以留意天气报告。此外，这雨也不太可 能毫无预兆（即：突然阴暗，乌云密布， 大风）的冒出来。况且在此迹象出现时， 你也有足够的时间往能够遮风挡雨的建筑 物去躲。另外，火车站巴士站同样也可以 避雨同样也有公交看台。最坏的情况就 是，可以前往购物商场或者走在行人道上 或草坪上继续淋雨玩乐。 马来西亚季风季节与天气摘要 是温度介于15℃至25℃的凉爽得多。每年 降水量从2000毫米至2,500mm变化不等。 马来西亚只有两个季风季节，西南季风从 五月下旬到九月，和东北季风从十月到三 海滩度假可以享受在马来西亚常年为东部 月。相比西南季风，东北季风的降雨量较 和西部海岸在一年中的备用时间体验他们 多。多来自于中国与北太平洋。 的降雨量最多的月份。 马来西亚接近赤道，在北纬1°-7°之间， 马来西亚东部与西部海岸是常年都可到海 因近海，海洋气候特征明显，常年多雨， 滩度假的地方，同时也不受雨季影响 形成湿热的热带气候。 西马半岛（4月 - 10月）的雨季则会带来 低地温度大致在21℃到32℃，而海拔较高 雷阵雨，但通常都是短暂。 40

吉隆坡一日游 最为宏伟的建筑物，并坐落于吉隆坡的市 中心。 国油双峰塔于国际舞台上，代表了马来西 亚的文化，以现代设计融合本土文化呈现 出建筑物的完美。内部装潢还设有融合了 回教风格的民族编织图案。两座塔的地面 同样按回教风格的图案设计。在建筑学 上，这些图案意指回教的原则：统一、和 谐、坚定与合理。 早上8时： 燕美菜市场的早餐 （Jalan Imbi） 一日之计在于晨，早餐是一天里头最重要 的一餐。为何不好好的寻找好吃又丰盛的 来当您的早餐呢？这里，小贩们每日早上 SIGHTSEEING 11时都会清洗档口，所以在这之前，你可 以前往寻觅你想吃的早餐。 双峰塔是个热门的景点，同时也成为了吉 隆坡的地表。在桥与桥之间的空中之桥 燕美市场早晨是个菜市场，当地人称之 为“巴刹”（马来文：Pasar），当地人通 （Sky Bridge）或天桥上，你可使用望远 镜一览吉隆坡市区的景色。由于每日限定 常都会到那里购买日常用品及新鲜食材， 观光客，所以建议提早订票。除此之外， 同时也聚集了很多想要吃早餐的朋友们。 在双峰塔的四周还有很多地方，不同的角 这里可算是美食天堂。 度拍下不一样的双峰塔。这是一个很多拍 照或自拍的地方，所以赶快拿起您的相机 以下为几家著名的店家： 照下一张留念吧！ • 阿荣哥海南茶 — 烤加央面包、 地址: PETRONAS Twin Towers, Kuala 奶油面包及海南茶。 Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala • 猪肠粉 – 酿豆腐撒上芝麻再 Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 配上甜酱、辣椒或咖喱汁。（可 联络号码: +603-2331 8080 一并放完） 网站: www.petronastwintowers.com.my • 姐妹脆薄饼（Popiah）— 酥脆 开放时间: (Skybridge) 星期二 –星期 的薄饼咬入口中还能感觉到口 日, 9am – 9pm. 感酥脆。 GPS: 3.1579, 101.7116抵达方式:从 • 生记猪肠粉 — 他的食物绝对能 吉隆坡中环广场（KL Sentral）乘 让您吃了过后，温暖您一整天。 撘‘RapidKL’轻快铁至占美清真寺站 • 亚三辣沙 — 生意最好的一摊， （Masjid Jamek），再转一班轻快铁至城 只在周末营业。 中城站（KLCC Station) (KJ10） • 姜汤面线 — 浓郁姜汤暖胃， 全部食材融合于一碗热腾腾的 早上11时30分: 游览国油艺廊 面线中。 （Petronas Gallery） 地址: Jalan Kampung, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, 为了推广马来西亚的艺术与文化，国油艺 Malaysia. 廊是由马来西亚国油跨国公司成立于1993 开放时间:星期二 –星期日, 6.30am 至 年。位于双峰塔于吉隆坡阳光广场（Suria 下午 KLCC）之间，非常容易方便抵达。此艺廊 GPS: 3.14340, 101.71664抵达方式: 从武 展示出很多的好作品，以提供本土及外国 吉免登步行至目的地只需10分钟 艺术家们一个好去处 ，有助于提高马来西 亚人民的艺术水平与兴趣。 早上10时: 观光 国油双峰塔 这是一个吸引很多艺术爱好者前往朝圣的 （Petronas Twin Tower） 艺廊。在艺术之中，能让迷失的自己，寻 回自我。—— 摘自美国著名作家Thomas Merton的名言。 双峰塔是马来西亚的骄傲。建立于1996 年，并由马来西亚第四任首相敦马哈迪 地址: Level 3, Suria KLCC, Jalan 医生正式揭幕。双峰塔是目前马来西亚 Ampang, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala 41

吉隆坡一日游 Lumpur, Malaysia. 正式揭幕，直至今日依然展览马来西亚从 联络号码: +603-2051 7770 始至今的文化与历史遗产。 网址: www.galeripetronas.com.my 开放时间: 星期一 – 星期六, 博物馆共有几个主要的展览厅，包括了民 10am – 8pm. 族与旧石器时代的历史。展览还有民族文 GPS: 3.158031, 101.711618抵达方 化传统进行的仪式，如 马来民族结婚仪 式: 从吉隆坡中环广场（KL Sentral） 乘撘‘RapidKL’轻快铁至占美清真寺站 式及各种的节日仪式。此外，展览厅展 （Masjid Jamek），再转一班轻快铁至城 出马来西亚旧世纪的马来王族历史文物， 中城站（KLCC Station）(KJ10) 如传统武器、音乐乐器、手工艺术品、陶 艺品及各式各样的植物标本。此处绝对能 够让您更加深入了解马来西亚不可错过的 SIGHTSEEING 地址: Jalan Damansara, 50566 Kuala 历史。 Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 联络号码: +603-2267 1111 网址: www.muziumnegara.gov.my 开放时间: 每日, 9am – 6pm. 下午12时30分:午餐 @ 阳光广场美食 中心（Signatures Food Court at 议步行。从中环广场（KL Sentral）到目 的地只有500米的距离。 Suria KLCC） GPS: 3.137889, 101.686744抵达方式: 建 阳光广场里的美食中心聚集了国内各地的 下午3:30：观光@官邸植物园 地道美食。或许与其它地方的餐厅攀比并 没有想象中的高级与华丽的装潢设计，可 马来西亚湖滨公园通常以马来文称之 是这里有的就是各式各样的美食。各大 为“Taman Tasik Perdana”或以英文称 美食连锁店如：寿司王（Sushi King） 为“Lake Gardens”。公园坐落于吉隆坡 、Subway、 Fuel Shack、 Kyros Kebab 及Boost Juice Bars都聚集在这里，等着 古迹公园（The Heritage Park of Kuala 爱好美食的美食猎人前来。这里设有充足 Lumpur），拥有多年历史，一直都被誉为 的桌椅，无论你是独自一人或是一群 好友 是吉隆坡市中心的绿色公园。一开始以建 都不怕没有位置可坐。喜欢阳光的游客可 造休闲公园为概念，但后来种植了多种热 选择靠窗的位置坐下，享用您手中的盘中 带植物，因此公园就被改造成植物园了。 美食兼观赏窗外的美景。在前往下一个景 此处不仅种植了不同种类的植物，还透过 点前，好好的享受一番吧。 植物而散发出热带雨林的清新空气，使游 客们完全感觉不到自己其实是身在大都市 地址: Level 2, Suria KLCC, Jalan 里。 Ampang, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 这里种植了许多不同种类的植物，其中吸 联络号码: +603-2382 2828 引不少游客的有林木，鸡蛋花，姜类，蝎 网址: www.suriaklcc.com.my 尾，及其它奇异植物等等。除此之外，这 开放时间: Daily, 10am – 10pm. 里还有大红花花园，兰花园及鹿园，这将 GPS: 3.1584157, 101.7127978抵达方式: 为您的旅程增添美好的回忆。这座公园， 在阳光广场第二楼的手扶电梯即可直接到 所提供的大自然美景，绝对能够让您亲身 达。 体验其中的奥妙。 下午2时：观光国家博物馆（National 地址: Jalan Kebun Bunga, 55100 Kuala Museum） Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 联络号码: +603-2617 6404 国家博物馆坐落于吉隆坡白沙罗路（Jalan 网址: www.klbotanicalgarden.gov.my Damansara），靠近湖滨公园（Perdana 开放时间: 每日, 7am – 8pm. Botanical Garden）一带。博物馆展览着 GPS: 3.143, 101.68466抵达方式: 就在国 马来西亚独立各个历史时期的重要历史 家博物馆（National Museum）对面 性场面、文化艺术与传统。博物馆的建 筑概念以米南加保风格的大房子（Rumah 下午4时30分：观光国家纪念碑 Gadang），整个外形就融合了马来传统与 （National Monument） 现代文化的设计。博物馆于1931年8月31日 42

吉隆坡一日游 国家英雄纪念碑是为了纪念在追求自由与 夜。这里白天水静鹅飞，到了夜晚摇身一 和平之路上牺牲的英雄，特别是从1948年 变，成为所有要找吃的朋友的热点，非常 一直持续到1960年，第二次世界大战陷入 热闹。从街头至街尾都铺满了准备好要卖 紧急状态被日军占领时期。是一个大型 美食的店家与小贩，如海鲜、泰式美食、 雕塑，也是世界上最高的青铜雕塑位于 本地美食、零嘴及啤酒也非常便宜。这里 马来西亚首都吉隆坡，马来西亚国会大 拥有琳琅满目各式各样的选择，因此深受 厦附近。 当地人及旅客的青睐。这里大街上的氛围 非常适合一群人甚至独自旅游的背包客都 没问题，特别是想尝试当地美食的食客。 此纪念碑是世界上最高的独立铜制雕像。 在这里享用您的晚餐是绝对不会有失望的 每年7月31日国家纪念日，马来西亚最高元 可能。 首、首相、军事管理层以及警察们都会在 纪念碑前献上花圈以表达他们对各个民族 地址: Jalan Alor, Bukit Bintang, 英雄的最高敬意。当驻立于纪念碑前，能 够让您深刻体会到马来西亚独立前的战斗 50200 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, 辛史，这里绝对是不可错过的观光景点。 Malaysia. 开放时间: 每日, 5pm 至凌晨 GPS: 3.1456264, 101.7085775抵达方 SIGHTSEEING 地址: Jalan Parlimen, 50480 Kuala 式: 从武吉免登地铁站（Bukit Bintang Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Monorail station）出来后，使用手扶电 GPS: 3.1493527, 101.683795抵达方 梯下楼转左，再直走5分钟，您 会看见亚 式: 于湖滨公园（Perdana Botanical 罗街就在您的右手边。亚罗街距离地铁站 Garden）对面，中间相隔一条道路。 不会 太远，必要时可问人。 下午5时: 购物时段 ——武吉免登， 晚上10时： 晚间娱乐 @武吉免登， 华氏88广场（Fahrenheit 88, Bkt. 章卡（Changkat Bukit Bintang） Bintang） 位于亚罗街（Jalan Alor）的下一条街。 华氏88广场位于武吉免登（Jalan Bukit 若想体验吉隆坡那多姿多彩的夜生活话， Bintang）一带，属于吉隆坡最热闹的区 那就绝对不可错过这个地方了。来到这， 域。在这里，您能看见许多穿着不同衣着 选一家酒吧，点一杯美酒，好好享受这一 风格服饰的民众走在街上。华氏88广场是 整晚的精彩。在这拥挤人潮的酒吧中，你 个名副其实的购物天堂，也是全马最大及 可以享受有美女、美酒、美食的美好时 拥有最多各大国际品牌的广场，如H&M及 光。这里的气氛与人潮绝对能够带动您尽 Uniqlo。甭质疑，当您走在街头上，华氏 情的享受其中。 88广场绝对是您不能错过的购物广场。 地址: Changkat Bukit Bintang, 50200 在华氏88广场外的街道也是一个人群聚集 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, 的热点，在这里可以看见街头艺人的精湛 Malaysia. 表演，以及街头小贩向游客贩卖自拍神器 开放时间: 每日, 8pm 至凌晨 及手机 或相机镜头等，若想拍出不同效果 GPS: 3.1472032, 101.7063017抵达方式: 的照片，你也可以购买。 步行。距离亚罗街（Jalan Alor）就只有 3-5分钟。 地址: 179, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 联络号码: +603-2148 5488 网址: www.fahrenheit88.com 开放时间: 每日, 10am 至凌晨 GPS: 3.147543, 101.712841抵达方式: 从中环车站（KL Sentral (MR1)）乘撘前 往蒂蒂旺莎站（Titiwangsa），转搭单 轨火车并于武吉免登站（Bukit Bintang station (MR6)）下车。你会看见华氏88广 场的H&M就在道路对面。 晚上8时: 晚餐 —亚罗街 亚罗街是美食达人喜爱朝圣的地方，是吉 隆坡著名美食的地点，特别是晚餐与宵 43

古迹 旧邮政总局 建筑就在苏丹亚都沙大楼附近的鹅麦河。 这个古老的殖民建筑物是出自两名英国建 筑师，, A.B. Hubback，负责吉隆坡大多 数建筑物的设计。 楼的中央有个很高的钟楼，钟楼的顶部加 上一个金色的半球形圆顶。 钟楼两侧，各 有一个塔楼，顶部也都有金色圆顶。莫卧 儿建筑风格的另一典型特征。该楼还设有 旧邮政局位于苏丹阿都沙末大厦旁边，由 私人茶园。这旧高等法院大楼建于1912年 于建筑设计风格相似，所以许多人都认为 并于1915年完成。 SIGHTSEEING Hubback的设计。该建筑物建于1904年，但 至苏丹亚都沙末大厦。目前，正拟定计划 它是大厦的一部分。但即使相似也很正 早前，原本位于吉隆坡的最高法院后来迁 常，因为它们都出自于同一名设计师，AB 当时因为承包商面临财政问题，而导致与 将此地转换成艺术廊，展示手工艺品。 1907年只完成了链接到旧邮政局附近也就 是苏丹阿都沙末大厦附近的走廊。苏丹阿 地址: Jalan Raja Laut, 50350 Kuala 都沙末大厦是后来再建起。 Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 旧邮政总局大楼有反弧拱宽骑楼走廊，附 is prohibited. 近的一些建筑文物同样也采用这类样式。 开放加减速: Always open but entrance 导航坐标: 3.1490154, 101.6937251 中央叶片设计在尖塔上。在建筑物的两端 到达方式: 就在附近 多是双面塔容纳楼梯。其建筑设计灵感来 自于莫卧儿帝国的风格，同时也被称为印 国家纺织博物馆 度的殖民风格的建筑，但其设计却不适应 于马来西亚当地湿热的天气情况。这建筑 国家纺织博物馆是坐落与吉隆坡的最重要 也是马来西亚莫卧儿风格设计唯一没有圆 的历史遗迹之一，是莫卧儿伊斯兰教方 顶的例子。 向。博物馆主要有红砖和白色石砖交替设 计，其建筑特征由莫卧儿式的伊斯兰风格 在1984年，邮政局办公室本是安置于吉 的改编。入口处面对希山大街，建筑物的 隆坡，后来被迁至大地宏图复合大楼 一侧有两个八角形塔，在每座塔有较小的 （Dayabumi Complex）。今天已成为通讯 圆顶以混凝土包围穹顶。 与文化办公司的一份子。 该博物馆为游客展示了史前时代马来西亚 地址: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, 的纺织品起源，以及通过交易纺织品的发 WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 展。还有纺织用具、用料与传统纺织技 开放时间: 门是开着，但入口却是关闭。 巧。其中，在马来西亚传统服饰也描绘了 导航坐标: 3.1486807, 101.6945841 在马来西亚各民族的文化和历史背景。 到达方式: 使用轻快铁（LRT）至 占米回 教堂站（Masjid Jamek Station）下车. 地址: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, 只需要跟随告示牌上的指示，从此建筑楼 Kuala Lumpur 步行前往地铁站，大约10分钟。 导航坐标: 3.1467223,101.6940118,17 旧高等法院大楼 苏丹亚都沙末大厦位于位于独立广场东 侧，可以和独立广场周边景点一并参观， 那会是另一种景象。其迷人的莫卧儿式的 44

现代建筑 Omar Mosque）的设计。而清镇市的地下室 现 代 的外墙颇有摩洛哥哈桑国王清真寺（King Hassan Mosque）的风格。清真寺里主要分 为三个部分 - 12根巨柱支撑的礼拜殿、前 院, 以及大小不同的经堂和活动室。可容 建筑 纳逾15000人。 地址: Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM), Pusat Pentadbiran 简介 Kerajaan, 62502 Persekutuan, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya, Malaysia 吉隆坡拥有不少老建筑风格的建筑物。 导航坐标: (2.936055, 101.689578) 在这里，我们很幸运的拥有很多漂亮的 建筑设计都是出自于不少出色的建筑设 开放时间:星期一 - 星期四 & 星期六 - 计师，如来自英国的A.C. Norman及A.B. 星期日 Hubback，当年活跃于东南亚一带殖民时 9.30am – 12.30pm 代的建筑设计。其惊世设计，不得不让后 2.00pm – 4.00pm SIGHTSEEING 人看得陶醉。随着吉隆坡不断的进步与发 5.30pm – 6.00pm 展，逐渐成为东南亚地区最现代化的大都 市之一。我们也可以看见城市里多年的变 星期五 化甚快，以适应国家经济增长。做为大马 9.30am – 12.30pm 首都的吉隆坡，是属于许多抱负理想的 3.00pm – 4.00pm 人，前往大展拳脚的梦想城市。吉隆坡充 5.30pm – 6.00pm 满活力的城市，也是于马来西亚城市中最 为现代化的城市。与最新的科技风格建造 巴士路线 的摩天大楼与各个建筑物散落各市，为白 天与黑夜创造了迷人景点。户外的水泥丛 林绝对能够丰富您的视野，让你拥有难忘 Parkmay（Cityliner 868号）每20分钟 的景点。吉隆坡的双峰塔，简称KLCC，是 一趟。这条路线是Sinar Kota-Komuter 马来西亚的知名地标与象征。值得一提， Serdang-Putrajaya-Cyberjaya。乘 在KLCC里头，也设有世界规模最大的室内 撘 Sepang Omnibus （536 B号）经过雪 水族馆呢。 邦（Sepang）-班宁（Banting）- 登奇 （Dengkil）- 赛城（Cyberjaya）到布 城一共3小时。巴生（Klang）撘至班宁 布城清真寺（Putra Mosque） （131号）后，转撘巴生 - Banting - 登 奇 - 赛城至布城路线2小时。Sum Omnibus 布城清真寺（Putra Mosque），是以马来 （186号）从加影巴士总站，UNITEN-布城 西亚第一任首相，东姑阿都拉曼的名字 及赛城，每1 - 2小时一趟。 （布城内部 巴士服务（Nadi Putra bus ），每程50 仙）。 火车路线 赶上国际机场前往吉隆坡中环广场（KL Sentral）的快铁。高铁（ERL）路线： 吉隆坡中环/Bandar Tasik Putrajaya/ 赛城（Cyberjaya）/Salak Tinggi/机场 （KLIA） 班车频率：半小时（高峰时段）；1小时（ 命名，属于布城（Putrajaya）的最具有 非高峰时段） 代表性的建筑物之一。它就位于附近官 邸，面向布城湖。这座清真寺建于1997年 马来西亚电讯大厦（Telekom Tower） 6月，清真寺于两年里，1999年9月1日竣 工后并移交给马来西亚伊斯兰宗教事务部 大马电讯大厦是吉隆坡市区里具有独特设 （JAKIM）。布城清真寺是以波斯清真寺建 计的摩天大楼之一。那竹子发芽感觉的风 筑为蓝本，还参考了世界各地的清真寺不 格设计与其它市中心的建筑物相比可谓独 同的设计点子。其高达116米的庄严尖塔就 树一格。而这概念主要是将大自然与传统 是效仿巴格达阿訇奥马尔清真寺（Sheikh 的元素加入设计里头，以符合马来西亚的 45

现代建筑 国情。电讯大厦是大马全国电信服务的供 大地宏图复合大楼（Dayabumi 应商，在大厦里还有很多于大马设公司的 Complex） 著名品牌在里头，其中包括，奔驰，德国 巴斯夫，DHL，赫伯罗特，联合利华，汉 大地宏图大楼是位于吉隆坡最早的一栋 高，大马航空公司，回教保险及大马国能 建筑之一，也是马来西亚一个重要的里 的IT部。它是由大马建筑设计团队Hijjas 程碑。里头设有多家商业设施。它就坐 Kasturi Associates于1998年至2001年期 落于国家清真寺、吉隆坡老火车站及 间建成。马来西亚第四任首相，敦马哈迪 联邦议院的希山大街（Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin）。大楼的设计是一个现代伊 斯兰风格。楼内的顶部与底部的八个角星 图案，及伊斯兰风的拱门。工程于1982年2 月14日开始，而附近受波及的商店也因为 SIGHTSEEING 在1984年2月竣工。 大地宏图复合大楼而被逼搬迁。此大楼终 地址: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 开放时间: 9 AM - 8 PM 导航坐标: 3.1456° N, 101.6939° E 到达方式: 使用轻快铁（LRT）往式样市 场（Pasar Seni），若从中央市场步行前 往，你可以看见大楼就在旁边。 医生于2003年2月11日，为这座令人骄傲的 美丽建筑举行开幕剪彩。拥有在310米高55 层楼的大厦，里头有写字楼、剧院、大型 祈祷大厅及一个体育设施。值得一提大厦 的另一个特点是，其22个空中花园，每三 层楼就有一个，坚守那设计的理念，专注 于大自然。 地址: Jalan Pantai Baru, 50672 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 开放时间: NIL 导航坐标: 3.1161892, 101.6659482 前往目的地: 使用轻快铁 （LRT） 直到 Kerinchi 轻快铁一站即可。 46

宗教场所 自英国的建筑师，Howard Ashley以及来自 马来西亚的两名建筑师，Hisham Al-Bakri and Baharuddin Kassim。 国家清真寺主穹顶设计为18条放射的星 芒，分别代表马来西亚全国的13个州和伊 斯兰教5基，建筑群中央，还建有水池和喷 泉，营造出舒缓而宁静的区域，适合冥想 与祈祷。 地址: Jalan Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 占美清真寺 (Jamek Mosque) 联络号码: +603-2693 7784 网址: www.masjidnegara.gov.my 占美清真寺建于1909年，是吉隆坡市最著 开放时间: 星期六 – 星期四, 9am – 名的古老清真寺。 该清真寺地处巴生河与 6pm. 鹅麦河 (Gombak river) 交汇之处，此处 GPS: 3.1420938, 101.6917739 SIGHTSEEING 亦是吉隆坡建址之地。该清真寺是由英国 到达方式: 国家清真寺位于京那巴魯路 著名建筑师，Arthur Benison Hubback所 (Jalan Kinabalu)，对面即古老的 KTM 火 涉及的殖民时期的建筑。清真寺建筑深受 车站。 北印度的莫卧儿帝国风格影响。 在1965 年，它被评为国家级清真寺。 联邦直辖区清真寺 1909年开始建的占美清真寺于两年后竣 联邦清真寺清真寺始建于1996年，并与千 工，由当时马来西亚最高元首苏丹希沙慕 禧年，2000年竣工，刚好赶上全国国庆 丁沙举行开幕典礼。占美清真寺至今仍以 日。该清真寺亦是马来西亚的第四任首 地处吉隆坡市中心优越的地理位置而占据 重要地位。 地址: Jalan Tun Perak, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 开放时间: 星期六 – 星期四, 9am – 4pm. GPS: 3.1489471, 101.6958932 到达方式: 您可乘搭布特拉或史达轻轨列 车，在占美回教堂站下车。 清真寺就位 于拐角处。从火车站步行抵达目的地只需 5分钟。 相，敦马哈迪医生的心血结晶。联邦清真 寺位于大使路上，就在MATRADE附近。清真 寺于2005年2月18日由马来西亚最高元首端 姑賽西拉祖丁举行揭幕。建筑以土耳其蓝 色清真寺为蓝本，揉合了鄂图曼和马来亚 的风格，与传统的马来与中东的设计元素 组合；仰头可望见清真寺内的屋顶共有22 国家清真寺（National Mosque） 个华丽圆顶的设计点缀了整个建筑。联邦 清真寺不仅仅是一个清真寺，同时也是一 个研究与教育的社区，里头还有很多不同 位于吉隆坡的国家清真寺，具有可容纳 的设施，如会议室，会议室，图书馆，多 15000人的空间，13英亩的土地被郁郁葱 功能大厅和住宿。 葱的花草树木包围。清真寺建于1965年， 而原本此地前身则是一座教堂。清真寺建 筑设计由一组三人的建筑设计师，分别来 地址: Jalan Duta, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 47

宗教场所 联络号码: +603-6201 8791 圣约翰大教堂（St.John’s 网址: www.masjidwilayah.gov.my Cathedral） 开放时间: 星期六 – 星期四, 9am – 6pm. GPS: 3.17206, 101.6705413 到达方式: 使用RapidKL巴士 (乘撘 B115 号 / U83号 / U618号) 或乘撘的士。清真 寺就在Publika Solaris Dutamas附近。 艾沙基林清真寺（As-Syakirin Mosque ） SIGHTSEEING 圣约翰大教堂是吉隆坡著名也最古老的教 堂之一。在1883年，第一座教堂为圣约翰 福音教堂。当时教堂的设计有着高高的天 花板和传统仍然是光荣的教堂彩色的玻璃 窗，坐落于咖啡山（Bukit Nanas），周围 郁郁葱葱。 艾沙基林清真寺靠近另两个非常受欢迎的 目前的建筑始建于1962年，随后被提升至 旅游景点，阳光广场（Suria KLCC）及双 大教堂。其教堂的独特迷人的特点，由希 峰塔，是一座位处吉隆坡城中城中心的清 腊及巴黎入口的独特风格的美丽玻璃窗彩 真寺，被称为“城中城公园上的宝石” 绘，描绘出福音的具有标志性的双尖顶。 。始建于1998年，礼拜堂可通纳逾6000 名信徒，清真寺于2009年整修，扩展至 大教堂坐落于吉隆坡市中心，是许多外国 可容纳多5000千人，总容纳人数达至1万 游客必到的旅游景点。大教堂毗邻圣若望 1千人。此清真寺的建筑设计非常罕见的 学校，带希腊和西班牙风味的红白两色的 不设有尖塔。其内部的大理石和花岗石雕 砖砌建筑著称。该校得名于喇沙会的创始 刻由乌兹别克的工匠完成，其雕刻内容的 人圣若翰·喇沙。大教堂坐落于市中心的 元素融合了东亚和西亚的文化元素。这里 最佳位置，毗邻咖啡山、咖啡山森林保留 也曾接待不少国内外著名的政要和名人。 地及吉隆坡高峰塔。 英国皇室成员威廉王子与凯特王妃曾在访 问马来西亚时，到清真寺内会见民众。还 地址: 5, Jalan Bukit Nenas, 50250 有来自麦加禁寺伊玛目Dr. Abdul Rahman Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Al-Sudais及麦地那「先知清真寺」的禁 Malaysia. 寺伊玛目As-Syeikh Solah Bin Muhammad 联络号码: +603-2026 2813 Al-Budair。 开放时间: 每日, 9am – 6pm. GPS: 3.15045, 101.6992102 地址: Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala 抵达方式:无公共交通可抵达, Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 请使用的士。 联络号码: +603-2333 2888 网址: www.klccconventioncentre.com 圣安德鲁长老教会 （St. Andrew’s 开放时间: 星期六 – 星期四, 9am – Presbyterian Church） 6pm. GPS: 3.15732, 101.7161701 抵达方式: 使用轻快铁往城中城站（KLCC 前往圣安德鲁长老教会的教徒大部分都是 Station）下车。清真寺就在阳光广场 来自附近的外籍人士。这是一座位于拉惹 （Suria KLCC’s Ramlee Mall）外。步行 朱兰路（Raja Chulan），与附近周围的建 只需2分钟。 筑物相比，是属非常抢眼的漂亮建筑。建 筑以黑与白的都铎风格设计，看似位于欧 洲热带气候的殖民地外籍家庭及19世纪大 观光 英帝国典型的东南亚殖民地风格。此建筑 融合了当时外籍家庭的文化，植入了英国 宗教场所 48