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Useful Phrases Bahasa Malaysia or Malay is the official language and many words are phonetically similar to English. The letter ‘C’ is pronounced ‘ch’. 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 Front Depan Back Belakang Asking Questions Where? Di mana? How? Bagaimana? Why? Mengapa? Who? Siapa? What? Apa? Which? Yang mana? When? Bila? How much is this? Berapakah harga barang ini?

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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Why Kuala Lumpur 04 Calendar of Events 07 Transportation 12 Facts & Figures 18 Map 20 ABOUT KL_English Brief History 22 Interesting KL Facts22 KL Climate 23 A DAY’S TREK_English A Day’s Trek In KL 24 SIGHTSEEING_English Introduction 28 Historical Sites 28 Modern Building 31 Places of Worship 34 Memorials & Museums 36 Parks & Gardens 39 ABOUT KL_Chinese Brief History 42 Interesting KL Facts 42 KL Climate 43 A DAY’S TREK_Chinese A Day’s Trek In KL 44 SIGHTSEEING_Chinese Introduction 47 Historical Sites 49 Modern Building 51 Places of Worship 46 Memorials & Museums 53 Parks & Gardens 59 82 ABOUT KL_Arabic Brief History 62 Interesting KL Facts 62 KL Climate 63

A DAY’S TREK_Arabic 64 A Day’s Trek In KL SIGHTSEEING_Arabic 68 Introduction 68 Historical Sites 71Modern Building 73 Places of Worship 76 Memorials & Museums 79 Parks & Gardens SPECIAL FEATURE 82 Melaka : The Hidden Gem 84 How to get to Melaka from KL 84 What to see 86 Where to eat 87 Where to stay SHOPPING 88 Introduction 88 Shopping Malls 90 Street Shoping EATING OUT 92 Restaurants 92 Malay 94 Chinese 96 Indian 98 Others NIGHT OUT 101 Party Time! 101 Clubs/Bars/Pubs MEDICAL 106 Medical Tourism 106 Healthcare Facilities ACCOMMODATION 107 Check-In 107 Hotel Tips 110 Luxury Hotels 112 Budget Hotel 114 Backpackers Lodge TRAVEL SMART 116 Travel Tips ENDLIM 118 Motoring in Malaysia 121 Index 126 Essential Info

Why Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur are carefully nestled in the midst of concrete jungles. Malaysians’ INTRODUCTION We have heard of famous cities like is in abundance of trendy shopping There is no doubt that Kuala Lumpur City of Dreams malls and tall concrete structures. Kuala Lumpur is well-known for being a retail hub for tourists from all around the world. Some of the Los Angeles and New York for being hottest and trendiest shopping malls the city of dreams. Dream-chasers flock to these bustling cities full of Suria KLCC will definitely lug you opportunities to build a better life and such as Pavilion, Starhill Gallery and some more baggage upon departing gain more valuable experiences. For the city since the shopping malls Malaysians, the city of dreams means offer a wide range of world-class Kuala Lumpur – the most vibrant and and popular international brands for liveliest city in Malaysia that never fashionistas in dire need of some sleeps. Kuala Lumpur is the go-to great retail therapy. While keeping the city for countless entertainment and shopaholics busy, several shopping leisure hubs that will promise you an malls also provide some of the most unforgettable experience. exciting recreational attractions such as Aquaria KLCC and Berjaya The Greater Kuala Lumpur is one Times Square Theme Park. Aquaria of the major NKEAs (National Key KLCC is a world-class aquarium that Economic Areas) which aims to showcases animals and marine life transform the region into a world- from Malaysia and around the world class metropolis that will boast while Berjaya Times Square Theme top standards in every area from Park offers you a unique experience business infrastructure to liveability. of adrenaline rush indoors with roller The city of Kuala Lumpur is the most coasters rushing through a 133,000 developed city in Malaysia, with rapid square-feet area on the 5 and 7 th th developments in all kinds of sector floor of the Berjaya Times Square such as transportation network, shopping mall. Hence, Kuala Lumpur facilities, business and many more is a great family destination where – making it one of the busiest and nobody will ever run out of things to developed cities in Southeast Asia. do or try around the city all day long. Why is Kuala Lumpur a great tourism As the sun sets, Kuala Lumpur turns destination? There are many answers into a vibrant city bathed in colourful to this question, depending on what lights. There are still plenty to do in kind of traveler you are. Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur at night – you can is versatile enough to cater to many walk around the city in the cool night types of wanderlusts; from nature- air, stopping by random restaurants, lovers to party-goers. Try exploring hawker stalls or food trucks to catch Kuala Lumpur first and then you some delicious dinner or late-night will realize that this metropolitan grub. Jalan Alor is one of the most city offers more perspectives and famous night-spots in Kuala Lumpur experiences you probably won’t find where you can dine to your heart’s in any travel guide. In KL The Guide, content in an exciting al-fresco we try our best to provide you with environment. Indulge in delicious the hidden gems and KL’s best-kept seafood dishes and other local secrets, from bargain havens to delicacies with a price that won’t breath-taking natural wonders that 4

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Why Kuala Lumpur INTRODUCTION burn a hole in your pocket. As the National Monument and the National night wears on, it is time to make Museum are the go-to attractions your way to some of the most hip and for tourists to better understand the happening clubs and bars around country and its valuable heritage. the city. Changkat Bukit Bintang is Buildings and structures of different the most popular party hub in town. shapes and sizes will amaze you. It is a street filled with an array of Study different influences that were pubs, clubs, bars and restaurants incorporated in the buildings and you for those who wish to loosen up will see the different elements in some and chill the night away. They are of the old buildings’ architecture. For arranged very close to each other so example, the Sultan Abdul Samad it is recommended that you go club- building has a lot of Moorish influence hopping while you are at it. in its design. Natural wonders are also easy to find, such as the famous After a long night of socializing and KL Bird Park where you will find having fun, tone down the adrenaline yourself surrounded by beautiful and by going on a relaxed sightseeing some friendly feathered friends. trip around Kuala Lumpur. Traveling around the city is made easy So, what are you waiting for? Grab by the various means of public your camera and explore Kuala transportation provided around the Lumpur at your own pace and style. city. Explore the nooks and crannies No matter what kind of traveler you of the bustling city by LRT, monorail, are, you will always find something train, bus and taxi as stations are interesting to do in Kuala Lumpur. located very strategically around the From café-hopping to various city to accommodate most areas. recreational activities, Kuala Lumpur Pavements and walkways are also often fails to bore its visitors who pretty easy to follow amidst the are keen enough to explore its busy traffic. So, there is no excuse wonders and attractions. Bask in the to not explore the city and witness culture and lifestyle for a memorable its wonders. Heritage sites like the experience you won’t get anywhere vintage Sultan Abdul Samad building, else. 6

Calendar of Events Search 35 Celebration Concert 2016 Malaysia International Jewellery Date : 9 April 2016 Festival Spring Edition in Kuala th Time : 8.00pm Lumpur Venue : Stadium Merdeka Date : 22 April 2016 - nd Organizer : AF JETS / Tickets 25 April 2016 th Tickets : www.ticketpro.com.my Time : 10.00am - 10.00pm Venue : Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Exhibition Hall 4, INTRODUCTION Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Organizer : MIJ Exhibition Sdn.Bhd World Tour 2016 Malaysia Date : 23 April 2016 rd Time : 8.30pm Venue : Arena of Stars, Genting Highlands Nasi Ambeng Carnival Organizer : Galaxy Group Sdn Bhd Date : 15 April 2016 Tickets : www.buytickets.com.my th 17 April 2016 th Venue : Homestay Banghuris, aMEI | Amit Utopia World Tour 2016 Sepang, Selangor. Malaysia th Organizer : Culture Arts Development Date : 30 April 2016 @ 8.00pm Division, JKKN Venue : Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur. Josh Kua Kuala Lumpur Organizer : Galaxy Group Sdn Bhd Date & Time : 16 April 2016 @ 8.30pm Tickets : www.buytickets.com.my th 17 April 2016 @ 3.00pm th Venue : Pentas 1, The Kuala Malaysia International Café & Bakery Lumpur Performing Arts Show Centre (KLPAC), Sentul Date : 6th – 9th May 2016 Park, Jln Strachan, Kuala Venue : Putra World Trade Centre Lumpur, Malaysia. (PWTC), Kuala Lumpur, Organizer : HENC Entertainment / Malaysia. Tickets : www.ticketpro.com.my Organizer : Kaizer Exhibitions & Conferences 7

Calendar of Events URBANSCAPES 2016: M83. too is life – temporary. Date : 7th May 2016 Besides this ritual, local temples Venue : KL Live, Jalan Sultan carry out special services and INTRODUCTION Tickets : www.ticketpro.com.my poor and needy. In some countries, various welfare activities such as Ismail, Kuala Lumpur. providing vegetarian meals to the Organizer : Urbanscapes Buddhists set free some captive birds as a sign of liberation from captivity. The ‘Bathing the Buddha’ ceremony is important and often a part of the celebration where water is poured over the shoulders of the Buddha. This serves to remind fellow Buddhists to purify the mind from greed, lead noble lives and practice Little Mix The Get Weird Tour morality and kindness. Date : 21st May 2016 At the end of the day, a candle Venue : KL Live, Jalan Sultan procession is held and this includes Ismail, Kuala Lumpur. the traditional dragon and lion Organizer : Solo & Modest! dances. This is the highlight of the Tickets : www.ticketpro.com.my public holiday as people of different races and religions gather to watch Wesak Day 2016 the procession. Date: 21st May 2016 Different countries may celebrate Wesak, also spelt Vesak, is a day Wesak Day in different ways but in celebrated by Buddhists around the all places it is a celebration of much world. The term Vesak comes from colour and joy. It is considered a the name of a month in the Indian public holiday in most of the South calendar. East Asia countries like Sri Lanka, Wesak Day is one of the most Cambodia, Malaysia, Singapore, important festivals in the Buddhist Thailand and Singapore. calendar as it commemorates three significant events in Gautama KL Raya Fest Buddha’s life – namely his birthday, Date : 24th June 2016 - his enlightenment and his passing 26th June 2016 away. Venue : Dewan Tun Razak 3 & 4, During this festival, devotees bring Putra World Trade Centre offerings of flowers, joss-sticks and (PWTC), Kuala Lumpur. candles. This is to remind them that, Organizer : Mood Republik just as flowers wither and die, and joss sticks and candles burn away, so 8

Calendar of Events 1Malaysia Mega Sale Shopping as vendors would only make them on Carnival this holy month. Some of the most Date : 27 June 2016 – popular Ramadhan foods include th 31 August 2016 roti jala, bubur lambuk, and many st Venue : Throughout Malaysia more. Imagine going to one bazaar Organizer : Ministry of Tourism and that has almost all of local’s all- Culture, Malaysia time favourites. It is a rather exciting occasion as everybody anticipates INTRODUCTION Ramadhan not just for the chance to enhance oneself spiritually in a holy month but also for the wide array of food choices available for breaking fast. Every year, there will be a special event in Kuala Lumpur where the public would gather at Dataran Merdeka to breakfast in mass. So, everybody, including the non- Muslims, is invited to join the biggest public Iftar/Breaking Fast event in Malaysia. Details are as below: 1 Day of Ramadhan st th Date: 7 June 2016 (subject to change) Ramadhan is the holy month for Muslims all around the world, where Muslims will fast for the whole month from dawn till sunset. Fasting in Ramadhan means refraining oneself from consuming anything through the mouth, abstaining from ill- thoughts and wrongdoings, as well as controlling one’s nafs. It is also the month for Muslims to focus on doing good deeds and giving out alms for those who have little to live with, at the same time creating awareness on the importance of being grateful for what we have. In Malaysia, Ramadhan is celebrated in a rather unique way. Ramadhan bazaars will start popping up all over Malaysia – offering an array of Iftar@KL famous local delicacies to curb the Date : 11th June 2016 – cravings of those who fast all day 26th June 2016 long. More often than not, some of the Venue : Jalan Raja / Merdeka delicacies sold at these bazaars are Square, Kuala Lumpur. somehow Ramadhan-exclusive only, Organizer : Culture Arts Development Division (JKKN) 9

Calendar of Events Hari Raya Aidilfitri Date: 6 & 7 July 2016 (subject to th th change) INTRODUCTION where Muslims would celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri marks the day their victory over their spiritual achievements during the whole month of Ramadhan. It is a very special occasion and this is considered the most important celebration for Muslims in Malaysia. There are several interesting traditions practiced in Malaysia during Hari Raya Aidilfitri and some of them conjured due to cultural assimilation. For example, the tradition of giving out “duit raya” (raya money/gift) is actually derived from the Chinese tradition of giving “ang pows”. In the Muslim context, this is considered as giving alms (Malay: sedekah) especially to family members and those in need. Other than that, this occasion brings family members together every year in which leads to the tradition of “balik kampong” – literally means going back to one’s hometown. Another Hari Raya tradition practiced by Malaysians is lighting oil lamps and arranging them at the front yard, another cultural assimilation to the Tamil tradition. All in all, this shows the strong unity among Malaysians where age-old traditions collide and embraced for the beauty and significance in them, although the context might differ but they remain pure in nature. 10

Calendar of Events INTRODUCTION Strategically located in the heart of Bukit Bintang, Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur is an international ve-star hotel nestled within the city’s prime business, shopping and entertainment district. Blending style with sophistication, the hotel is home to 468 spacious guestrooms including 16 suites that boast panoramic views of the city skyline. Well-appointed with every modern convenience required for a comfortable stay, Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur is suited for every traveller, be it business or leisure, and features a free-form outdoor resort-style swimming pool, a fully-equipped tness centre, a signature spa as well as four delectable dining options. A purpose built facility, the hotel presents 1,500 square metres of exible event spaces ideal for meetings, conferences, weddings and social gatherings. Powered with the latest audio-visual technology, high-speed Internet access and a dedicated team of planners, Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur’s Ballroom and 12 unique venues are perfect to bring any occasion to life. 11

Transportation 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 INTRODUCTION RM1 to a maximum of RM5, depending on how far you travel. 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 Operating Hours OPERATING HOUR PEAK AND OFF PEAK WEEKDAYS SATURDAY SUNDAY & PUBLIC HOLIDAY PERIOD 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 12

Transportation KL Hop-On Hop-Off Bintang, Malaysian Tourism Centre KL Hop-On Hop-Off or KLHOHO is at Jalan Ampang, KL Sentral and a fun and easy way to explore KL al Central Market. Tickets are available fresco, as you can sit on the open under different rates and period of rooftop deck of the double-decker availability. You can purchase a 24- bus while enjoying pretty sights of the hour ticket or a 48-hour one that can city with breeze rushing through your last you for that respective amount of hair. It is a relaxing and enjoyable time so that you can explore the city INTRODUCTION experience worth trying when you on a more flexible time to suit your feel tired of walking. The bus stops pace. at various places so visitors can hop- Contact Number: +603-9282 2713 off to take a closer look to some of the best attractions around Kuala Lumpur and hop-on again to discover Metrobus more places around the city. It has Metrobus is another feeder bus for 23 stops which cover more than 40 commuters around Kuala Lumpur attractions. The interval between and Klang Valley. Painted in white buses is around 20 to 30 minutes. with green and blue stripes, Metrobus All of the buses are equipped with is popular among the city folks for nine different languages to choose when they need to get around the city from with a friendly customer service with ease. Sometimes the schedule officer who will assist you throughout is not fixed but the service is pretty the ride. Tickets can be purchased reliable as it covers most parts of the in the bus, from authorized agents, city of Kuala Lumpur. Below is the authorized hotels, KL Hop-On Hop-Off latest route for Metrobus effective 1 st counters or from their website. Ticket December 2015. counters can be found at Jalan Bukit Contact Number: +603-5635 3070 13

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

Transportation KL Sentral station) or the first-floor The MRT Sungai Buloh – Kajang level. The platforms are on the top Line floor, separated from the monorail •The first line of the Klang Valley INTRODUCTION were replaced in 2014 by aluminium stations, providing efficient mobility MRT Project lines by fencing. They were originally •51 kilometers long served by 31 covered by large canvas roofs, which to the inhabitants of the Greater zinc roofs. Certain stations are situated above roadways, or are Kuala Lumpur/Klang Valley region. •Will be able to transport 20,000 slightly longer than others. Each station is also designated with a passengers per hour per direction sponsor, with route maps associating •It will serve a corridor with a each station with a particular product brand. The depot is between KL or 400,000 passengers per day, population of 1.2 million people; Sentral and Tun Sambanthan. linking their home to destinations Contact Number: +603-7885 2585 around the city. MRT: Coming Soon MRT Sungai Buloh – Serdang – THE Klang Valley Mass Rapid Putrajaya Line Transit (KVMRT) Project involves the •THE MRT SSP Line will be the second construction of a rail-based public MRT line to be developed. transport network comprising three •The line will serve a corridor with lines. a population of around 2 million MRT, together with the existing urban people stretching from Sungai Buloh rail network, will form the backbone to Putrajaya and will include Sri of the public transport system in the Damansara, Kepong, Batu, Jalan Greater Kuala Lumpur/Klang Valley Sultan Azlan Shah, Jalan Tun Razak, region. KLCC, Tun Razak Exchange, Kuchai The Project is an Entry Point Project Lama, Seri Kembangan and of the Economic Transformation Cyberjaya. Programme (ETP) under the Greater •The proposed alignment is Kuala Lumpur/Klang Valley National 52.2km of which 13.5km is Key Economic Area (NKEA). The ETP underground. A total of 36 stations, is implemented by the Performance 11 of them underground, will be built. Management and Delivery Unit •At commencement of full service in (PEMANDU) of the Prime Minister’s the second quarter of 2022, the Department. SSP Line is expected to have a The first MRT line to be implemented ridership of 529,000 passengers per is the 51km Sungai Buloh-Kajang day. This is expected to further Line (SBK Line). Construction of the improve the chronic traffic line began on 8 July 2011. congestion currently faced by Kuala Lumpur. 16

Traveler’s Guide to Kuala Lumpur from KLIA/klia2 Via High-Speed Train, Bus and Taxi Contact Num. : +603-9212 1818 Via KLIA Ekspres to KL Sentral (non-stop) 3. Aerobus (klia2 – KL Sentral) Time : 28 minutes (Trains depart Time : 1 hour ~ 1 hour every 15 minutes during and 15 minutes peak hours) Bus Frequency : Irregular intervals Cost : Adult – MYR 55 (Oneway), (30 mins – 1 hour) MYR 100 (Return) Cost : MYR 9 (Adult), INTRODUCTION Children – MYR25(Oneway), MYR 5 (Children) MYR 45 (Return) Contact Num. : +6016-220 6292 Via KLIA Transit (KLIA – Salak Via Taxi to KL Sentral Tinggi – Putrajaya/Cyberjaya – 1. KLIA Taxi Limo Pickup Service Bandar Tasik Selatan – KL Sentral) (From various areas around KL – Contact Num.: +603-2267 8000 KLIA) Time : 1 hour (approx.) Via Bus to KL Sentral Cost : MYR 85 (Budget), 1. SkyBus (non-stop from klia2 only) MYR 105 (Premier), Time : 1 hour and 15 MYR130 (MPV), minutes (approx.) MYR 200 (Family Bus Frequency : 1 hour (klia2 – KL Van) Sentral), 30 minutes Contact Num. : +6011-1060 4810 (KL Sentral – klia2) Cost : MYR 10 **other taxi services’ fares for KLIA/ Contact Num. : +6016-217 6950 klia2 – KL Sentral – KLIA/klia2 range from MYR 80 – 120 for regular or 2. Airport Coach KLIA (non-stop budget taxis. Additional charges may from KLIA/klia2) occur depending on the size of the Time : 1 hour ~ 1 hour vehicle and for late-night bookings. and 15 minutes Bus Frequency : Regular intervals Useful Mobile Apps for Taxi of 30 minutes Services in Kuala Lumpur Cost : MYR 10 (Ticket • Grab Counter), • Uber MYR 8.50 (online) 17

FACTS & FIGURES INTRODUCTION Full Name: Kuala Lumpur (more commonly known as KL) Area: Estimated 1.8 million Population: Federal Territory State: 243.65 km² Year of Establishment: 1857 Year Granted City Status: 1972 Year Granted Federal Territory: 1974 Mayor (Datuk Bandar): Datuk Seri Hj. Ahmad Phesal bin Hj. Talib (from 18 July 2012) Major Languages: Malay (Bahasa Malaysia), English, Chinese, Tamil Ethnic Groups: Malay, Chinese, Indian, Eurasians, Kadazans, Ibans and other indigenous races from East Malaysia and Peninsula Malaysia Foreign Workers: Indonesia, Nepal, Burma, Thailand, Bangladesh, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka and Vietnam Demonym: KL-ite or Kuala Lumpurian Religions: Muslim, Buddhist, Taoist, Hindu, Christian, Sikh Motto: Progress and Prosper Currency: Ringgit Malaysia (RM) and sen Country Code + Calling Code: 03 Postal Code: 50xxx to 60xxx 68xxx Climate: Tropical Rainning Season: Between September to April and October to January Driest Months: May, June and July Annual Rainfall: 2,266 mm Temperature: 19°C (minimum), 37°C (maximum) Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz, standard two or three pin British-style plugs Major Festivals: Hari Raya Puasa, Hari Raya Haji, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Wesak, Federal Territory Day, Christmas Districts: Ampang, Bangsar, Damansara Heights, Cheras, Segambut, Sri Hartamas, etc. Transportation: Light Rail Transit (LRT), KL Monorail, Rapid KL Bus, KTM Commuter Trains, Taxis Notable Institutions: Victoria Institution (1893), Methodist Girls’ School, Kuala Lumpur (1896), Methodist Boys’ School (1897), Convent Bukit Nanas (1899), St. John’s Institution (1904) and Maxwell School 18 11

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History 1945 Kuala General Seishiro Itagaki, the General of Japanese Military Administrative, ABOUT KL Lumpur: after Nagasaki and Hiroshima in Japan surrendered to the British in Kuala Lumpur were attacked with atomic bombs causing massive destruction on both the major A Brief cities. After the fall of Japanese, the History British returned to Kuala Lumpur. 1946 The British officially declared Malayan 1857 Union administrate Malaya and Kuala Lumpur in King’s House on April 1, 1946. Kuala Lumpur had its humble beginning After much opposition from the Malays, when it was founded back in 1857. When The Malayan Union ceased to exist in Raja Abdullah, a member of the Selangor January 1948. It was replaced by the sultanate, opened up parts of Klang Valley Federation of Malaya. for tin prospectors, a new settlement started as Chinese prospectors went up 1957 the Klang River and began exploring the At the stroke of midnight on August 31, Ampang area for tin. Ampang was then a 1957, the first Malayan flag was raised on jungle. The tin boom attracted merchants the grounds of Merdeka Square and Tunku and traders to come and set up shops at Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, the first the confluence of the Klang and Gombak Prime Minister, declared independence in rivers. Thus, a town was born. Stadium Merdeka. 1881 1972 Fires and subsequent flood brought Kuala Lumpur was conferred the city great damage to Kuala Lumpur as most status on February 1, 1972. of its buildings and structures were made of wood or thatch and located on 1974 the lowlands. Consequently, Kapitan After being detached from its mother state Yap decided to rebuild and revive the of Selangor, Kuala Lumpur was made town using stronger and more long- into a unit of its own called the Federal lasting method of building construction Territory. in which they used bricks and tiles. He established Kuala Lumpur’s first school and a shelter for the homeless. He also built brothels, casinos and saloon bars for entertainment. 1896 Kuala Lumpur was made the capital in 1896 when the Federated Malay States (FMS) were incorporated with Frank Swettenham, the Resident General in charge. The evolution of Kuala Lumpur to the classic epitome of British colonialism and the oppression of British imperialism caused local nationalists to halt their own dreams of independence. 1942 The Japanese occupied Kuala Lumpur for 44 months; from January 11, 1942 to August 15, 1945 and it almost halted the economy of Kuala Lumpur. 22

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

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

A Day’s Trek In KL This would be an excellent stop for art 2.00pm: Sightseeing @ National lovers and aficionados. “Art enables us to Museum find ourselves and lose ourselves at the The National Museum is located on Jalan same time.” - Thomas Merton. Damansara in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The museum is situated in close proximity Address : Level 3, Suria KLCC, to the Perdana Botanical Gardens and Jalan Ampang, 50088 it provides an overview of Malaysian TREK IN KL Kuala Lumpur, WP history and culture. The National Museum Kuala Lumpur, is a palatial structure built in the style of Malaysia. Rumah Gadang, an aspect of Minangkabau Phone No. : +603-2051 7770 architecture. Its facade comprises of Website : www.galeripetronas. elements of traditional Malay with a touch com.my of modern features. The National Museum Operating Hours : Mon – Sat, was launched on 31 August 1963, and it 10am – 8pm. still serves as a repository of Malaysia’s GPS Coordinates : 3.158031, 101.711618 rich cultural and historical heritage. Getting There : Take RapidKL LRT from The museum houses four main galleries KL Sentral to Masjid Jamek, and then allotted to ethnology and natural history. interchange LRT to KLCC station (KJ10). The displays range from free-standing tableaux showing cultural events like weddings, festivals and costumes; to traditional weapons, musical instruments, arts and crafts, ceramics, and flora and fauna. This is the perfect destination for those who wish to learn about Malaysians 12.30am: Lunch @ Signatures and their background in depth. Food Court at Suria KLCC Suria’s KLCC has one of the best food Address : Jalan Damansara, courts around the city. It may not sound as 50566 Kuala Lumpur, posh as other restaurants nestled in their WP Kuala Lumpur. own outlet, but you will find a plethora of Phone No. : +603-2267 1111 choices ranging from western to eastern Website : www.muzium cuisines here. Famous names like Sushi negara.gov.my King, Subway, Fuel Shack, Kyros Kebab Operating Hours : Daily, 9am – 6pm. and Boost Juice Bars are all gathered GPS Coordinates : 3.137889, 101.686744 here to cater to all kinds of tastes. It has Getting There : Just a mere 500m walk plenty of seating space and the best part from KL Sentral. is that you can dine next to the huge glass windows facing directly to KLCC Park and the fountains if you feel like dining with a view with natural lighting. It has a great mix of different kinds of delicacies that will not burn a hole in your pocket. The area is nice enough for lone or group diners, perfect for lunch before heading to the next sightseeing destination. Address : Level 2, Suria KLCC, Jalan Ampang, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No. : +603-2382 2828 Website : www.suriaklcc.com.my Operating Hours : Daily, 10am – 10pm. GPS Coordinates : 3.1584157, 101.7127978 Getting There : Can be found right at the end of the elevator going up to Level 2 in Suria KLCC. 25

A Day’s Trek in KL 3.30pm: Sightseeing @ Perdana military, and the police pay their respects Botanical Garden to the fallen heroes by laying garlands at The Perdana Botanical Garden, formerly the monument. It is a sight to behold, as the monument TREK IN KL Gardens, is situated in the Heritage Park of hardships and struggles are reflected known as Taman Tasik Perdana or Lake could give you a sense of pride as the Kuala Lumpur. It has always been a part of through this monument. This is a must- the green lung of the city and has a history visit monument whenever you are of over a decade. Originally created as around Kuala Lumpur, so do not skip this part of a recreational park but planted with collections of tropical plants, the garden have been rehabilitated and turned sightseeing stop! into a Botanical Garden. The garden has Address : Jalan Parlimen, not only botanical collections but also 50480 Kuala Lumpur, house features that give the visitors the WP Kuala Lumpur. ambiance of being in a tropical rainforest, GPS Coordinates : 3.1493527, 101.683795 despite being in the middle of a bustling Getting There : Just across the road metropolis. next to Perdana Botanical Garden. Some of the attractions available here are various collections of plants such as forest trees, Plumeria tree, Zingiberales, Heliconia, unusual species collection and many more. There are also a Hibiscus Park, an Orchid Garden and Deer Park to visit that will definitely make your trip more memorable. The various parts of the park offer delightful sights and experience as you get closer to nature and witness its 5.00pm: Shopping @ Fahrenheit wonders. 88, Bkt. Bintang Fahrenheit 88 is located at one of the Address : Jalan Kebun Bunga, busiest and liveliest area in Kuala 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Lumpur, Bukit Bintang. Here, you can WP Kuala Lumpur. see people from all walks of life walking Phone No. : +603-2617 6404 down the street - a perfect place to see Website : www.klbotanical KLites in their donning their streetwear. garden.gov.my Fahrenheit 88 is a shopaholics’ haven, Operating Hours : Daily, 7am – 8pm. and being one of the trendiest shopping GPS Coordinates : 3.143, 101.68466 malls around makes it a favourite among Getting There : The beautiful park sits locals and tourists alike. Housing famous right across the National Museum. international brands such as Uniqlo and H&M with both being the biggest outlet in 4.30pm: Visit @ National Malaysia respectively, there is no question that Fahrenheit 88 is the mall you can’t Monument afford to miss out whenever you are The National Monument is a sculpture around Bukit Bintang. that commemorates those who died The walkway right outside of Fahrenheit 88 in Malaysia's struggle for freedom, is also one of Bukit Bintang’s attractions principally against the Japanese where you can see groups of buskers occupation during World War II and the performing at random as well as street Malayan Emergency, which lasted from vendors selling stuff like selfie sticks and 1948 until 1960. It is located in the Federal smartphone lenses, probably targeting capital, Kuala Lumpur. The Malaysian tourists like you. So, why not? Make your Houses of Parliament are situated near shots more appealing, you’ll need it. the monument. Address : 179, Jalan Bukit It is the world's tallest bronze freestanding Bintang, 55100 Kuala sculpture grouping. Every year on 31 July Lumpur, Malaysia. on Warriors' Day, the Yang di-Pertuan Phone No. : +603-2148 5488 Agong, the Prime Minister, heads of Website : www.fahrenheit88.com 26

A Day’s Trek In KL Operating Hours : Daily, 10am till midnight. Lumpur, WP Kuala GPS Coordinates : 3.147543, 101.712841 Lumpur, Malaysia. Getting There : From KL Sentral Operating Hours : Daily, 8pm till late. (MR1), take the Monorail Line towards GPS Coordinates : 3.1472032, 101.7063017 Titiwangsa and hop off at Bukit Bintang Getting There: It’s only 3-5 minutes away station (MR6). You will see Fahrenheit from Jalan Alor. 88’s H&M across the road. TREK IN KL Sightseeing around Kuala Lumpur can 8.00pm: Dinner @ Jalan Alor be very rewarding if you know where to go and what to see. The roads in Jalan Alor is a famous night spot in Kuala Kuala Lumpur can be quite confusing Lumpur especially for dinner and supper. at times and some just cannot afford Sleepy by day, very lively and vibrant at to walk around tall building blocks on a night, Jalan Alor is a stretch of street lined sunny day before discovering galleries with restaurants and hawker stalls selling or monuments worth visiting. This is delicious but very affordable meals such where this free guide book comes into as seafood, Thai cuisines, local delicacies, the picture, where we will provide you snacks and beers. It is famous for its wide with an overview of attractions such as array of choices, a favourite among locals historical sites, modern buildings, places and tourists alike. Dining al fresco in the of worship, memorials, museums, parks middle of Kuala Lumpur could not get and gardens. Each attractions listed here any better than this; it has a casual and also comes with the address, contact very laid-back ambience perfect for group number for inquiries, GPS coordinates or lone travelers who prefer a raw and as well as a brief direction on how to get original KLites experience. Dinner in Jalan there. Alor is never disappointing. Sightseeing attractions around Kuala Lumpur are well-preserved with special Address : Jalan Alor, Bukit bodies or organizations maintaining Bintang, 50200 Kuala them as the government aim to provide Lumpur, WP Kuala tourists with better exposure on the Lumpur, Malaysia. valuable and unique cultural heritage of Operating Hours : Daily, 5pm till late. Malaysia. Malaysia is a culturally-rich GPS Coordinates : 3.1456264, 101.7085775 country with a multi-racial nation that Getting There : From the Bukit Bintang lives together in harmony. ‘Malaysia Monorail station – as you go down the Truly Asia’ is the common tagline for elevator, turn left and go straight ahead Malaysia and it is really obvious based for 5 minutes or so till you see Jalan Alor on the fact that you can find Chinese, to your right. Asking around for directions Indians and Malays walking side by also helps as it is not so far from the side, incorporating each other’s cultures station. in their lives. You can see mosques, temples and shrines of different religions 10.00pm: Chill @ Changkat Bukit around Kuala Lumpur, which makes us unique and appealing. Food, music and Bintang culture of Asians in one city – what more Situated right next to Jalan Alor, can you ask for? Changkat Bukit Bintang is the place to So, grab your essentials and head on go to experience the night scene in Kuala to some of the most interesting places Lumpur. Pick one bar or club, choose your to see and explore in the city of Kuala poison and party the night away! Beautiful Lumpur. Hopefully you can learn the girls, good drinks, good food and a great country and its culture better for a more crowd are all you need to have a good memorable and rewarding experience. time in Changkat Bukit Bintang. The street gets even livelier as it turn to midnight, and you can just party all night long for an unforgettable experience. Address : Changkat Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala 27

Historical Sites Sultan Abdul Samad Building just beside the Merdeka Square, donning a Built in 1897, the Sultan Abdul Samad nice Tudor-style architecture which blends building used to serve as the secretariat really well with its green surroundings. The building is both historical and iconic, SIGHTSEEING very enchanting, thanks to AC Norman, 130 years with members amounting more for the colonial British administration back as it has been operational for more than in the days. Its unique Moorish design is than 6,000. the architect who was also responsible for Fondly known as \"The Spotted Dog\", Jamek Mosque located just behind this the Main Club house was located at the building. This historical landmark also \"Padang\", now known as Dataran Merdeka used to function as the superior courts of Malaysia which include the Federal Court and other sports events were once held. of Malaysia, the Court of Appeals and the The Club was granted a royal charter High Court of Malaya - which later on in Kuala Lumpur, where cricket matches moved to Putrajaya, the administration by DYMM Sultan Selangor in 1984 and city of Malaysia. thereafter known as Kelab DiRaja Selangor Constructed entirely of brick, the building (Royal Selangor Club). The main objective features strong gothic, western and of the Club is to provide members with Moorish-style influences with an imposing sporting and social facilities, hoping porch, graceful arches, curved colonnades that it will encourage interaction so that topped with shiny copper cupolas and its members can socialize in a friendly, a domineering 41.2m- high clock tower. harmonious and relaxing atmosphere. It is frequently seen as the backdrop for The Royal Selangor Club is worth a visit as Malaysia’s annual Independence Day the structure creates a nice background parades, which take place past Dataran for pictures taken in Merdeka Square. Merdeka. Sultan Abdul Samad Building is The club is situated next to the Dataran now home to the Ministry of Information, Merdeka, or Merdeka Square, padang, and Communications and Culture of Malaysia is accessible from Jalan Raja. and sits beside the old KL Railway Station. Though it no longer serves an official Address: 1, Jalan Raja, 52100 Kuala purpose, it remains one of the city’s Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, most important tourist attractions and a Malaysia. historical landmark in the city. Phone No.: +603-2692 7166 It is worth a visit day and night. The Website: www.rsc.org.my building looks great with clear blue sky on GPS Coordinates: 3.14911, 101.69293 a sunny day, and bedazzled at night with Getting There: Take the LRT and alight colourful lights. People often stop by and at Masjid Jamek station. This building take pictures of the building as there are is 12 minutes away from the station by plenty of space to take a full shot of the foot. Just follow the signage to Dataran beautiful building, as the Merdeka Square Merdeka. is situated right across the street. Address: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Merdeka Square WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The Merdeka Square is located exactly Visiting Hours: Always open, but entrance opposite the Sultan Abdul Samad Building is prohibited. and right beside the Royal Selangor Club. GPS Coordinates: 3.1486807, 101.6945841 This is the historical place where the Getting There: Take the LRT and alight at Union Flag was lowered and the Malayan Masjid Jamek station. This building is 10 flag was raised for the very first time at the minutes away from the station by foot. struck of midnight of 31st August 1957. Just follow the signage. From then on, Merdeka Square has been the venue for the annual Merdeka Parade. The flagpole which holds the flag of Royal Selangor Club Malaysia is the highest in the world, The Royal Selangor Club was founded in towering at a height of 100 meters. 1884. Built with a humble “attap” roof and Merdeka Square is a historical site where started out as a small wooden structure, Malaya declared its independence. If the Club has gone a long way since then. you are a fan of the Malayan history, you Now, it is a proud and big structure that lies can come here and take some pictures. 28

Historical Sites The field in front of Merdeka Square was post office is part of the aforementioned officially named as Dataran Merdeka on building. The architectural style owes 1st January in conjunction with the Visit its similarity to its neighboring building Malaysia Year 1990. due to the fact that they share the same architect, which was AB Hubback. The Address: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, building was constructed in 1904 but due WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. to some financial difficulties faced by the Visiting Hours: Always open contractor, it was only completed in 1907. SIGHTSEEING GPS Coordinates: 3.147744, 101.6934862 An arch walkway was built to connect the Getting There: Take the LRT and alight old post office to the neighboring Sultan at Masjid Jamek station. Walk towards Abdul Samad building but this was added Jamek Mosque from the station and years after the building was constructed. proceed to the corner and towards the The Old General Post Office Building Merdeka Square. has wide arcaded verandahs of ogee arches, a style repeated in other heritage buildings in the vicinity. The central leaf Old KL Railway Station design pediment is framed by pinnacles. Kuala Lumpur Railway Station is an On both ends of the building are multi- almost fairytale Moorish-style building sided towers housing the staircases. Its to the southeast of the National Mosque. architectural style was also significantly Located along Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin inspired by Mughal-eclectic architecture (previously known as Victory Avenue), or better known as Indo-Saracenic it used to be KL’s main railway hub until architecture but its design was adapted 2001 when Kuala Lumpur Sentral took to the local weather condition of Malaysia over much of its role. which is hot and humid. This building is Adopting a mixture of Eastern and Western the only example of Mughal architectural styles, it was designed by A.B. Hubbock in structure in Malaysia without domes. 1910. Opposite stands the Malaya Railway The Kuala Lumpur General Post Office Administration Building, also designed by was housed here until 1984, when it Hubbock in 1917. Beneath the Islamic moved to the present General Post Office exterior, the Kuala Lumpur Railway building at the Dayabumi Complex. Today Station resembles a typical glass and iron the building houses part of the Ministry Victorian-era English railway building. of Information Communication & Culture It used to house the offices of the office. Federated Malay States Railways, but now its primary function is that of the administrative head office of the Keretapi Address: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Tanah Melayu. Built using convict labour, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. there is a hotel (the Heritage Station Hotel) Visiting Hours: Always open but entrance on the first floor and inside is a restaurant is prohibited. plus several souvenir stalls. The building GPS Coordinates: 3.1486807, 101.6945841 is a favourite sightseeing attraction in the Getting There: Take the LRT and alight at city due to its gorgeous façade – the open- Masjid Jamek station. This building is 10 plan Renaissance-like building’s spacious minutes away from the station by foot. verandas with arched colonnades make Just follow the signage. for beautiful photo opportunities. Address: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, Old High Court Building Kampung Attap, 50000 Kuala The Old High Court Building is another Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, sight to behold when you are around Malaysia. the Merdeka Square area. The beautiful Visiting Hours: NIL building with mesmerizing Mughal GPS Coordinates: 3.139882, 101.693768 architecture is situated just across the Gombak river from the Sultan Abdul Samad building. This old colonial building Old General Post Office is just one of the many works of the British It sits right next to the Sultan Abdul Samad architect, A.B. Hubback, who was also building and many think that the old general responsible for building buildings like this 29

Historical Sites scattered around Kuala Lumpur. modifications to the furnishings and A distinctive feature of the Old High the sound system, which were updated. Court building is the towers topped with MUD Kuala Lumpur The Musical, staged a cupola with decorative buttresses here twice daily from 2014 onwards, is SIGHTSEEING are passageways or verandahs with two it depicts the history, culture and heritage Malaysia’s longest-running show where around the base. Linking these towers of Kuala Lumpur in an entertaining, different types of arches – keyhole arches and ogee arches – another typical traits interactive performance. of Mughal architecture. The towers were origanally dining chambers with private Address: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, tiffin rooms. This Old High Court Building started to be constructed in 1912 and Phone No.: +603-2602 3335 Website: www.mudkl.com completed in 1915. WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Back in the days, it housed the Kuala Visiting Hours: Daily performance at 3pm Lumpur Supreme Court which later and 8.30pm. moved to Sultan Abdul Samad building. GPS Coordinates: 3.150296, 101.695 Nowadays, plans are being made to Getting There: Situated right next to the convert the building into a gallery to Old High Court building. showcase arts and crafts. Address: Jalan Raja Laut, 50350 Kuala National Textile Museum Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, The National Textile Museum exhibits Malaysia. priceless heritage of Malaysia in the Visiting Hours: Always open but entrance form of traditional textiles, weavings, is prohibited. accessories and jewelries for visitors. GPS Coordinates: 3.1490154, 101.6937251 The museum takes you on a rich and Getting There: Just a stone throw’s away diverse exploration to better understand from Sultan Abdul Samad building, the the Malaysian culture and heritage. It white building with black domes. follows through the evolution of textile production which has shaped the nation’s lifestyle dating back to prehistoric times DBKL City Theatre up to this day. Visitors are able to visit Panggung Bandaraya DBKL (Malay for several galleries which exhibit a collection DBKL City Theatre) is a historical theatre of some of the most sought-after textiles, hall located across the Merdeka Square accessories and clothing. A multimedia in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, at the junction presentation is also available to educate of Jalan Tun Perak and Jalan Raja. visitors on the techniques used to Construction began in 1896 and was produce these unique textiles from around completely finished in 1904. Malaysia. The theatre formerly occupies the historic Old City Hall of Kuala Lumpur. Address: 26, Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, The theatre and old City Hall building 50050 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala were designed by a colonial government Lumpur, Malaysia. architect, Arthur Benison Hubback, who Phone No.: +603-2694 3457 / +603-2694 3461 was also responsible for designing the Website: www.muziumtekstilnegara.gov. Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, the Jamek my Mosque and other colonial structures Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm. throughout the Klang Valley. GPS Coordinates: 3.1467465, 101.6940414 It was built for production stages such Getting There: 5 minutes away from as plays and musicals. The Panggung Sultan Abdul Samad building. From there, Bandaraya is gazetted as a heritage while facing the Independence Square, building under the Antiquities Act, and turn left and go straight. The museum is its Moorish façade has been preserved. just across the Leboh Pasar Besar road. A major fire in 1992 destroyed the entire interior of the theatre but the City Hall’s designers and builders restored it soon after. The refurbishment that was undertaken has incorporated significant 30

Modern Buildings Kuala Lumpur has a unique heritage 24/7, year-round. in terms of architectural styles on old Concurrent with the latest development in buildings, where we owe plenty of these material technology, architectural designs beautiful designs from architects such as have more room to come up with new A.C. Norman and A.B. Hubback back in trends and innovation. Some of the most the colonial era. But, we definitely cannot popular architectural trends are: help but to notice the modern marvels surrounding these age-old buildings 1. Invisible Architecture SIGHTSEEING where most of us would gape at while Some buildings incorporate LED to create admiring its modernity. As Kuala Lumpur the illusion of an invisible building, like the continues to progress and develop one coming soon in Korea. Tower Infinity to become one of the most modern will use digital processing where images metropolitan in Southeast Asia, we can will be scaled, rotated and merged to see the city’s skyline rapidly changing create a seamless panoramic image that over the years to accommodate to the appears on the LED screens. The less rapid growth of the country’s economy. flashy option could be just as simple as Being the capital city of Malaysia, Kuala painting the walls of the building to mimic Lumpur is the city of dreams – where the surroundings, blurring the perceptual many aspiring talents from all around boundary between object and setting. the country flock to in order to build their dreams into reality. 2. Natural Disaster-Proof Architecture One of the most famous features in The vibrant and lively city of Kuala Lumpur architectural design is the indestructible is the most modern city in Malaysia. Tall and weather-proof building. This is skyscrapers and buildings constructed beneficial especially for countries with the latest technology and style are within the Ring of Fire where they suffer scattered around the city – creating catastrophic storms and natural disasters. mesmerizing sights both day and night. Some common buildings such as the The concrete jungle is more than meets metro station in Uzbekistan are designed the eye, with various attractions worth to withstand earthquakes. So, this is more visiting for a memorable experience. The of a practical feature that would benefit Kuala Lumpur Twin Towers, fondly known many people. as KLCC, is the most iconic modern building in Malaysia that also houses the 3. Environment-friendly Architecture world-class, largest indoor aquarium in Most developments take over natural Malaysia known as Aquaria KLCC. habitats and it is crucial to figure out ways on how to incorporate these two elements together. Some outdated buildings such Trend on Modern as power plants are planned to be given Buildings a ‘green makeover’ by allowing creeper plants to wrap the facility. The concept of The world of architecture is progressing building wooden skyscraper and organic, into a much broader horizon. With compostable towers are also on their way advancements in technology, the choice into reality, which will reduce greenhouse of materials has expanded and we are gas emission as well as energy usage. able to create more possibilities for various designs. Dream-like buildings, like the ones you see in sci-fi movies, are coming to life. The interiors have also changed, some able to imitate the natural winds and climate. For example, a park called Zaryadye Park, which is Moscow's first new public park in over 50 years, is a “hybrid landscape where the natural and the built cohabit to create a new public space.” The park will be able to function as a public space throughout Russia’s extreme winters, so it will be accessible 31

Modern Buildings Petronas Twin Tower (KLCC) found in the park. An exciting underwater The PETRONAS Twin Towers symbolises walk-through aquarium is also provided the Malaysian culture and advancement on as well as an inventor's corner for budding minds. One of the centre's important SIGHTSEEING The interior motifs are a reflection of interest in science for all ages. the world stage. This is shown by a blend missions is to help nurture a lifelong of local art and cutting-edge innovation. local handicrafts and weaving patterns, Address : Persiaran Bukit Kiara, Bukit while stainless steel and glass combine Damansara, 50490 Kuala beautifully as Islamic patterns. The design Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, of each Tower's floor plate is based on simple Islamic geometric forms of two Phone no.: +60 3-2092 1150 interlocking squares, creating a shape Website: www.psn.gov.my of eight-pointed stars. Architecturally, Malaysia these forms describe important Islamic Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 5pm. principles of \"unity within unity, harmony, GPS Coordinates: 3.14942, 101.644816 stability and rationality\". Getting There: Take the RapidKL bus No. The towers are 'intelligent' structures, built U83 (KL Sentral – Government Complex with a system that seamlessly coordinates Jalan Duta route). telecommunications, environment control, power supply, lighting, fire and smoke control, and building security. The Towers Telekom Tower feature multi-faceted walls of 33,000 The Telekom Tower is a skyscraper in Kuala stainless steel and 55,000 glass panels. Lumpur and it has one of the most unique Vision Glass, specialised panels with light architecture in the city. The bamboo- filtering and noise reduction properties, sprout style makes it distinguishable provide a comfortable inner environment. from other skyscrapers in Malaysia. The The glass is covered by stainless steel initial idea was to incorporate natural visors to further protect visitors from and traditional elements in the building the tropical sun. The executive lifts are to strengthen its Malaysian identity. the longest rise in any office building Telekom is a national telecommunication in Malaysia. It serves every floor from service provider in Malaysia, and the tower the basement car park to the top of the also houses several well-known tenants; Towers in 90 seconds. namely Mercedes-Benz Malaysia, BASF, DHL, Hapag-Lloyd, Unilever, Henkel Address: Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Malaysia, Penerbangan Malaysia Berhad, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Takaful Nasional and the IT Department of WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Tenaga Nasional. Phone No.: +603-2331 8080 It was designed by Hijjas Kasturi Website: www.petronastwintowers.com.my Associates and was constructed between GPS Coordinates: 3.1579, 101.7116 1998 and 2001 by Deawoo Construction. Getting There: Take the LRT and alight at The proud and beautiful structure was th KLCC station. officially opened by the 4 Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad on 11 February 2003. It stands tall at 310 m National Science Centre (1,017 ft) with 55 floors that accommodate On 29 November 1996, the former Prime offices, a theater, a large prayer hall and a Minister of Malaysia, Tun Dr. Mahathir sports facility. Another unique feature of Mohamad, formally launched The the building is its 22 open sky-gardens National Science Centre The centre that is alternating every three floors – staying located in Bukit Kiara. Housed in a striking true to its concept that focuses on green-domed building, the National elements of nature. Science Centre is an architectural marvel. Address: Jalan Pantai Baru, 50672 Kuala It consists of nine galleries, with exhibits Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, on interesting scientific themes. Students Malaysia. can experience hands-on learning Visiting Hours: NIL activities at the Science Educational Park. GPS Coordinates: 3.1161892, 101.6659482 Animals such as ostriches, ornamental Getting There: Take the LRT and alight at chickens, rabbits, deer and others can be Kerinchi LRT Station. 32

Modern Buildings / Places of Worship The Troika Kuala Lumpur Jamek Mosque The Troika, a luxury condominium located Being one of the oldest mosques in at the heart of Kuala Lumpur, is a sight Malaysia, Jamek Mosque is one of the to behold. Located at the corner of Jalan most well-preserved heritages of Kuala Binjai and Persiaran KLCC, it is a set of Lumpur in which it reflects the importance three towers; one of the towers stands at of Islam back in the days in Kuala 160 m (520 ft) with 38 floors, another one Lumpur. It is located at the confluence with the height of 177 m (581 ft) with 44 of the Klang and Gombak River and was SIGHTSEEING levels and another at 204 m (669 ft) tall designed by Arthur Benison Hubback, a with 50 levels – together forming the tallest British architect who was responsible in residential development in Malaysia. designing the colonial buildings around Developed by Malaysian property the city. developer, Bandar Raya Developments The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Alaeddin Berhad and designed by Foster & Sulaiman Shah officially opened Partners, The Troika was completed in the mosque in 1909, two years after 2010 and it features three glass-clad construction was completed. The mosque towers of varying heights. The twisting was built on the first Malay burial ground geometry of the three towers evolved in the city. Before the national mosque, gradually through detailed modelling Masjid Negara, was opened in 1965, analysis, their forms being sculpted to Masjid Jamek served as Kuala Lumpur’s respond organically to the neighbouring main mosque. The mosque has a Moorish, buildings. Another impressive feature is Indo-Saracenic or Mughal architecture. the two double-volume glass-encased bridges connecting a sky lobby, giving Address: Jalan Tun Perak, 50050 Kuala tenants and visitors a breath-taking view Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, of Kuala Lumpur. With a beautiful park Malaysia. in the middle of the three towers, The Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 4pm. Troika comprises of small office home GPS Coordinates: 3.1489471, 101.6958932 offices (SOHO), boutique offices, retail Getting There: Take the LRT and alight spaces and restaurants. Recommended Masjid Jamek station. 5-minute walk from is the Troika Sky Dining, located at Level the station, across Jalan Tun Perak. 23a, Tower B for an unforgettable dining experience. National Mosque Address: Persiaran KLCC, 50450 Kuala Located in Kuala Lumpur, the National Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Mosque is a symbol of the strength of Malaysia. Islam in Malaysia. Able to accommodate Phone No.: +603-2161 3185 up to 15,000 worshippers at a time, it is GPS Coordinates: 3.158095, 101.718121 surrounded by beautiful gardens and the Getting There: Accessible via Jalan whole vicinity takes up about 13 acres Ampang or Lorong Kuda, located along (53,000 m ) of land – making it one of 2 the Persiaran KLCC road. The nearest the biggest mosque in Malaysia. The LRT station is Ampang Park. From Jalan original structure is the works of a team Ampang, turn left to Jalan Binjai and go of three architects from the Public Works straight, the towers will be on the right Department; Howard Ashley from the UK side of the road. and Malaysians, Hisham Al-Bakri and Baharuddin Kassim. Built in 1965, the mosque is a bold and modern approach in reinforced concrete, symbolic of the aspirations of a then newly independent Malaysia. Its key features are a 73-metre-high minaret and a 16-pointed star concrete main roof. The umbrella, synonymous with the tropics, is featured conspicuously – the main roof is reminiscent of an open umbrella, the minaret’s cap a folded one. The folded plates of the concrete 33

Places of Worship main roof are a creative solution to half domes underneath it and a number achieving the larger spans required of smaller domes around it. A total of 22 in the main gathering hall. Reflecting domes adorn the mosque’s rooftop. pools and fountains spread throughout More than just a mosque, Masjid Wilayah SIGHTSEEING tranquil area perfect for meditating and educational complex, equipped with a is also a community, research and the compound, creating a soothing and host of facilities such as a meeting room, prayers. a seminar room, a library, a multi-purpose hall and accommodation. Address: Jalan Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2693 7784 Phone No.: +603-6201 8791 Website: www.masjidnegara.gov.my Address: Jalan Duta, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 6pm. Website: www.masjidwilayah.gov.my GPS Coordinates: 3.1420938, 101.6917739 Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 6pm. Getting There: Best is to get a taxi from KL GPS Coordinates: 3.17206, 101.6705413 Sentral – book one from the taxi kiosks. Getting There: Take RapidKL bus (B115 / U83 / U618) or take a taxi. It is near Publika Solaris Dutamas. Federal Territory Mosque The construction of Masjid Wilayah started in 1996 and was completed As-Syakirin Mosque in the year 2000 – just in time for the Masjid Asy-Syakirin shares the same country’s National Day at the turn of a location as two hugely-popular tourist new millennium. The mosque was the attractions, Suria KLCC and Petronas Twin brainchild of Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamed Towers, at the heart of Kuala Lumpur City during his tenure as Malaysia’s fourth Centre (KLCC). Nicknamed ‘Jewel in the Prime Minister. Park’, the mosque faces the soothing Located just a stone’s throw from the city lushness of KLCC Park. centre near the MATRADE building and Originally built in 1998 to cater for a Jalan Duta’s government complex, the congregation of 6,000 worshippers, mosque was officiated on 18 February the mosque was renovated in 2009 to 2005 by the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong (King accommodate for an additional 5,000, of Malaysia) at that time, Tuanku Syed increasing its total capacity to 11,000 Sirajudin Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Syed worshippers. Its strikingly-modern, Putra Jamalulail. The mosque is heavily futuristic architecture was built by highly- influenced by the Sultan Ahmed Mosque skilled craftsmen from Uzbekistan out of in Turkey, with a combination of traditional marble and granite with a combination of Malay and Middle East design elements. West Asia and East Asia design elements. Its centrepiece on top of the main prayer This mosque is unique in the sense that hall is made up of not just one, but several it doesn’t feature a minaret as part of its domes comprising a main dome on top, structure. Besides being a prime venue for several high-profile religious events, Masjid Asy-Syakirin has received a number of esteemed guests in the past such as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William and Kate Middleton, as well as the Chief Imam of Masjid Al-Haram in Mecca, Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais, and the Chief Imam of Masjid An-Nabawi in Medina, Fadilatul As-Syeikh Solah Bin Muhammad Al-Budair. Address: Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2333 2888 34

Places of Worship Website: www.klccconventioncentre.com St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 6pm. For most expatriates who reside in Kuala GPS Coordinates: 3.15732, 101.7161701 Lumpur would consider the St. Andrew’s Getting There: Take the LRT to KLCC Presbyterian Church as their home away station and the mosque is located just from home. This is because the church outside of Suria KLCC’s Ramlee Mall – has a congregation that is very diverse 2-minute walk. and close to each other. It is a beautiful building by Jalan Raja Chulan that is SIGHTSEEING pretty eye-catching as it stands out from the other buildings around it. It is designed in a mock-Tudor style. Black and white bungalows are white-painted bungalows, in a style once commonly used to house European colonial and expatriate families in tropical climate colonies, typically the Southeast Asian colonies of the British Empire in the 19 century. The style th incorporated elements of UK’s Arts and Crafts and Art Deco movements as well as St.John’s Cathedral the need of wealthy expatriate families for airy and spacious family homes. Hence, St. John’s Cathedral is one of the famous the church’s design was heavily inspired and oldest churches in Kuala Lumpur. In with this style that was very popular back 1883, the first church was erected on the in the days. Another historical building site and it was dedicated to St John the designed with mock-Tudor style is the Evangelist. It started out as just a humble Selangor Royal Club. long wooden hall with several windows to catch the light, nestled calmly in a Address: 29/31, Jalan Raja Chulan, forested area of Bukit Nanas. The current 50200 Kuala Lumpur, building was built in 1962 and it was WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. elevated to the status of cathedral. Some Phone No.: +603-2031 1223 / 2072 5687 of the unique and mesmerizing features of Website: www.standrewschurch.org.my the church are the whitewashed exterior, GPS Coordinates: 3.14907, 101.7023501 double spires on the west front and Getting There: Take the bus to St Andrew’s beautiful stained glass windows imported Church bus station from Pasar Seni. from Paris that depict iconic scenes of the Gospel. Situated at the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur Baptist Church the cathedral is popular among many Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the foreigners and tourists. The cathedral Kuala Lumpur Baptist Church is one of the is located next to St. John’s Institution most popular churches in Kuala Lumpur. which is popular for its Grecian-Spanish It is located among various buildings architecture. The school’s name is within the Golden Triangle such as hotels, obviously inspired by the neighbouring commercial buildings, shopping malls, cathedral and it was established by apartments, high-rise buildings. It is also the Lasallian Brothers. The church is easily accessible by LRT and other forms also strategically located as it is nearby of public transportation. Convent Bukit Nanas, Bukit Nanas Forest The church was founded in 1952 by Reserve as well as the KL Tower. missionaries from the United States of America to serve and accommodate Address: 5, Jalan Bukit Nenas, 50250 Kuala worshippers in the city. Worship services Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, are available in English, Cantonese, Malaysia. Mandarin, Tagalog (Filipino) and Myanmar Phone No.: +603-2026 2813 Chin, Falam and Mizo. Other than the one Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm. in Changkat, the Kuala Lumpur Baptist GPS Coordinates: 3.15045, 101.6992102 Church is also available in the beautiful Getting There: The best way to reach the Desa ParkCity; housed in a gorgeous, cathedral is by taking a taxi. modern building with a sleek design. 35

Places of Worship / Memorials and Museums Address: 70, Cangkat Bukit Bintang, their hushed prayers. 50200 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala The origin of this temple comes from one Lumpur, Malaysia. of China’s greatest warriors known as Phone No.: +603-2141 9154 SIGHTSEEING GPS Coordinates: 3.1468259, 101.709972 many had chosen to worship him due General Kwan, Guan Di or Guan Yu. He was given the title of ‘God of War’ and Website: www.klbc.org.my to his excellent combat and war skills. Getting There: From KL Sentral, take the Many believed that with his blessings and monorail towards Titiwangsa and alight at protection, the well-being of a person can Air Asia-Bukit Bintang station. The church is 4 minutes away by foot. be achieved. And of course, even the God a pure heart. Thean Hou Temple of War will only grant wishes to those with The Thean Hou Temple was built by the Address: Jalan Tun H S Lee, 50000 Kuala Hainanese in order to commemorate the Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Goddess of Thean Hou. The Thean Hou Malaysia. Temple is one of the largest Chinese Phone No.: +603-2072 6669 temple in South East Asia and was Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm. officially opened on 3rd September 1989. GPS Coordinates: 3.14405, 101.69676 You can get to Thean Hou Temple if you Getting There: Get to Central Market by are on the way to Midvalley Megamall via bus or train, and the temple is just across Jalan Syed Putra. Built on a 1.67-acre the road. 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 National Museum of the various temple gods. Built in 1962, the National Museum building in Kuala Lumpur is styled in Address: 65, Persiaran Endah, Taman traditional Malay architecture with a blend Persiaran Desa, 50460 Kuala of modernity. The museum is situated Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, nearby Malaysia. other historical sites and the beautiful Phone No.: +603-2274 7088 Perdana Lake Gardens. On the surface of Website: www.hainannet.com.my the museum walls are two murals made GPS Coordinates: 3.12181, 101.68772 of Italian glass mosaic which depict Getting There: The nearest bus station to important historical scenes of Malaysia as the temple is MCOBA, Jalan Syed Putra well as beautiful local crafts. The opening station. Walk along Persiaran Endah for of the National Museum was officiated by about 10 minutes. the third Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di- Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Syed Putra Al-Haj Ibni Al-Marhum Syed Hassan Jamalullail Guan Di Temple on August 31 , 1963. st One of the most impressive Chinese The museum houses four main gallery temples in Kuala Lumpur is the Guan Di halls. On Level 1, Gallery A showcases Temple, which is also known as Kuan Ti utilities or tools made of stones, dating Temple. It is a gorgeous Taoist temple back to the early phase of the Stone located near Petaling Street. If you ever Age (Paleolithic Age), up to exhibits of find yourself in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown, artefacts from Hindu-Buddha candi in this temple is easily accessible through Lembah Bujang. Gallery B accommodates Jalan Tun H.S Lee, a small street parallel exhibits on the history of Old Malay to the bustling Petaling Street. Upon kingdoms. Gallery C uncovers the entering the temple, you will experience a history of Portuguese, Dutch, British tranquil environment with worshippers in and Japanese invasions and the effects 36

Memorials and Museums it imposed on the country. Meanwhile, Negara station and the building is 10 Gallery D brings visitors on the journey minutes away by walking. Also accessible of the establishment of the country as by LRT at Bandaraya station. well as Malaysia’s achievements over the Royal Malaysian Police Museum years. The Royal Malaysian Police Museum contains a fascinating collection of Address: Jalan Damansara, 50566 Kuala artefacts and exhibits detailing the role Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, and history of the RMP from its inception SIGHTSEEING Malaysia. up to the present day. Since 1997 the Phone No.: +603-2282 6255 RMP Museum has been housed at No.5 Website: www.muziumnegara.gov.my Jalan Perdana (formerly Jalan Venning) Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm. in a building which used to be the Senior GPS Coordinates: 3.137889, 101.686744 Police Officers' Mess. Getting There: Just a stone’s throw away The exhibits are arranged in 3 galleries. from KL Sentral, approximately 500 The first gallery showcases how policing meters away. Walk along the designated used to be carried out during the days of path and just follow the signage. the early Malay Sultanates. Examples of police uniforms through the ages together with other artefacts are also on display here. The next gallery provides details on how the police forces evolved in the various states during Malaya's history including the Straits Settlements, Federated Malay States, Unfederated Malay States, Sabah and Sarawak. The final gallery covers the Bank Negara Malaysia Museum Malayan Emergency and describes the and Art Gallery sacrifices and struggle against the CT's This museum cum art gallery, also known and the success of the police's Special as Sasana Kijang, is established for the Branch in particular in helping to defeat purpose of educating the public on the that determined enemy. importance of economy, Islamic banking as well as financial planning. Together Address: 5, Jalan Perdana, Tasik Perdana, with Bank Negara, the establishment 50480 Kuala Lumpur, plays an important role in creating WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. financial awareness through economic Phone No.: +603-2272 5689 policy transformation in the future. The art Visiting Hours: Tues – Sun, 10am - 6pm. gallery showcases various collections of GPS Coordinates: 3.14104, 101.6886802 artefacts gathered from all over Southeast Getting There: The old Kuala Lumpur Asia by Bank Negara since the year 1962. station is around 5 minutes walk away. The building has many facilities and sections suitable for adults and children alike. Some of the exhibits available are Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia the notes used during the Japanese One of the most famous museums occupation during the World War II. around, the Islamic Arts Museum is Currencies used since the early ages of a local favorite – located in the heart human civilization are also displayed, of Kuala Lumpur’s tourist belt amidst showing a rather comprehensive display the lush greenery of Perdana Botanical of the evolution of currencies used Gardens and within walking distance through time. to the National Mosque, Bird Park and National Planetarium. Officially opened to Address: Sasana Kijang, 2 Jalan Dato’ public on December 12 , 1998, the Islamic th Onn, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WP Arts Museum is the largest museum of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Islamic arts in Southeast Asia – housing Phone No.: +603-9179 2784 more than 7000 artefacts from the Website: www.museumbnm.gov.my Islamic world with 12 main galleries that Visiting Hours: Daily, 10am – 6pm. are classified accordingly. Some of the GPS Coordinates: 3.157902, 101.690901 exhibits on display are old manuscripts, a Getting There: Take the KTM to Bank reconstructed Ottoman Syrian Room from 37

Memorials and Museums the 19 century, jewellery, textile, arms Petronas Gallery th and armour, ceramics as well as ancient Art for everyone. That is what this gallery Islamic glassware. is all about, as it showcases innovative Address: Jalan Lembah Perdana, 50480 SIGHTSEEING Lumpur, Malaysia. gallery offers a major venue for visual and new forms of art that is up-to-date Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala from local and international artists. The Phone No.: +603-2274 2020 arts in Kuala Lumpur. Located within the Website: www.iamm.org.my Suria KLCC building, this gallery is easily Visiting Hours: Weekdays, 10am – 6pm. accessible for anyone who wishes to GPS Coordinates: 3.1418392, 101.6898153 spend some time immersed in the world Getting There: The old Kuala Lumpur of art. If you find yourself walking around station is around 7 minutes walk away. KLCC and finding something to do to kill time, Petronas Gallery will offer you interesting insights and perspectives on National Visual Arts Gallery the way you look at art. This gallery was established on August 28 , 1958 – a year after Malaysia achieved Address: Lot 341-343, Level 3, Suria KLCC, th independence. Other than receiving annual PETRONAS Twin Towers, Kuala grants from the government, this gallery Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala also receives generous contributions Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, from corporate bodies as well as private Malaysia. sponsors to organize art activities. Phone No.: +603-2051 7770 In their effort to promote awareness Website: www.galeripetronas.com.my and appreciation of art, this gallery’s Visiting Hours: Tues – Sun, 10am – 8pm. main objective is to present local and GPS Coordinates: 3.158031, 101.711618 international exhibits, organize seminars, Getting There: Take the LRT to KLCC workshops, contests and other art station and the gallery is on Level 3 in activities while expanding their permanent Suria KLCC. collection of over 2,500 works of art up to this day. This unique building is situated among Tunku Abdul Rahman Memorial the grand Istana Budaya and Malaysia Built in dedication to Malaysia’s first National Library. The building comprises Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman of seven galleries, a workshop or creative Putra al-Haj, this memorial is worth a hub, resource center, and auditorium that visit. He was also known as Malaysia’s can accommodate up to 144 persons ‘Father of Independence’. It was his as well as an administration office. The official residence and is kept exactly as it building lays on a 15 thousand square was during his lifetime as the first Chief feet of land. It has a unique architecture Minister of Malaya to Prime Minister with that combines traditional and modern the restoration of original furniture and elements. The structure has an A-shaped fittings. It also houses the memorabilia frame that is surrounded by glass tiles of Tunku Abdul Rahman and artefacts roofing as well as spaces with various including records and documents angles. It was designed by Dato’ Mir pertaining to his years serving as the first Shariman Mir Saharuddin. Prime Minister of Malaysia. Address: 2, Jalan Temerloh, Off Jalan Tun Address: Jalan Dato Onn, 50480 Kuala Razak, 53200 Kuala Lumpur, Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-4025 4990 Phone No.: +603-2694 7277 Website: www.artgallery.gov.my Website: www.arkib.gov.my Visiting Hours: Daily, 10am – 6pm. Visiting Hours: Tues – Sun, GPS Coordinates: 3.1729635, 101.704979 10am – 5.30pm. Getting There: Take the bus and stop at GPS Coordinates: 3.156574, 101.6905201 Simpang Tasik Titiwangsa, Jalan Tun Getting There: Take the KTM to Bank Razak bus station. Negara station and the building is 10 minutes away by walking. Also accessible by LRT at Bandaraya station. 38

Memorials and Museums / Parks and Gardens P. Ramlee Memorial Perdana Botanical Garden Tan Sri P. Ramlee was an accomplished Formerly known as Taman Tasik Perdana Malaysian film actor, director, singer, or Lake Gardens, the park is situated in songwriter, composer and producer who the Heritage Park of Kuala Lumpur. It has contributed tremendously to the movie, always been a part of the green lung of the music and literary industry in Malaysia. city and has a history of over a decade. He is considered an icon of Malay Originally created as part of a recreational entertainment and his works are loved park but planted with collections of SIGHTSEEING by Malaysians of all ages and races up to tropical plants, the garden have been this day. The library building used to be his rehabilitated and turned into a Botanical actual residency but later renovated and Garden. The garden has not only botanical transformed into what it is today. collections but also house features that give the visitors the ambiance of being in Address: 22, Jalan Dedap, Taman a tropical rainforest, despite being in the P Ramlee, 53000 Kuala Lumpur, middle of a bustling metropolis. WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Address: Jalan Kebun Bunga, Tasik Phone No.: +603-4023 1131 Perdana, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Website: www.p-ramlee.com WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Visiting Hours: Tues – Sun, 10am – 5pm. Phone No.: +603-2617 6404 GPS Coordinates: 3.1949371, 101.7081554 Website: www.klbotanicalgarden.gov.my Getting There: Take RapidKL bus number Visiting Hours: Mon – Sun, 7am – 8pm. U12 or U1 to Diamond Square, Jalan GPS Coordinates: 3.143, 101.68466 Gombak. Go along Jalan 1/50 heading Getting There: Take public busses or taxis east until you reach Jalan Dedap. from any location in the city. National Monument Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park The National Monument is a sculpture Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is a veritable that commemorates those who died secret paradise where butterflies actually in Malaysia’s struggle for freedom, dance nonchalantly in clumps of fern principally against the Japanese amidst scented beautiful flowers and occupation during World War II and the flowering vines. From the words of the Malayan Emergency, which lasted from internationally renowned programme- 1948 until 1960. It is located in the Federal Discovery Channel , in an interview and capital, Kuala Lumpur. The Malaysian broadcasted to over 200 million viewers Houses of Parliament are situated near worldwide, it says “of all the butterfly the monument. parks in the world, none can compare with It is the world’s tallest bronze freestanding this one”. sculpture grouping. Every year on 31 July This is the largest butterfly garden in on Warriors’ Day, the Yang di-Pertuan the world spanning over 80,000 sq ft of Agong, the Prime Minister, heads of landscaped garden with over 5,000 live military, and the police pay their respects butterflies, exotic plants, butterfly-host to the fallen heroes by laying garlands at plants and ferns. Other attractions are the monument. japanese koi fish, fresh water turtles, live insects and a museum with a large Address: Jalan Parlimen, 50480 Kuala collection of butterflies and insects from Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. around the world. Visiting Hours: Always Open GPS Coordinates: 3.1493527, 101.683795 Address: Taman Tasik Perdana, Jalan Getting There: Take a taxi to the monument Cendarasari, 50480 Kuala square, next to Perdana Botanical Garden. Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2693 4799 / +603-2693 4907 Website: www.klbutterflypark.com Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.1457332, 101.688906 Getting There: Take the RapidKL bus 39

Parks and Gardens numbers B101 or B112. Alight at the dramatic animations. The total effect is a Dayabumi Complex and walk towards light hearted and gregarious atmosphere. Masjid Negara. From there it is a short Address: Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur walk to the park. Another option is to stop SIGHTSEEING and walk towards Masjid Negara. The WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. at the Old Kuala Lumpur Railway Station City Centre, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Phone No.: +603-2380 9032 Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park is located Website: www.suriaklcc.com.my right behind the Masjid Negara. Visiting Hours: Open Daily GPS Coordinates: 3.1556466, 101.7149966 ASEAN Sculpture Garden station and go up the stairs to Suria KLCC. The Asean Sculpture Garden is located at the foot hill of the National Monument. Getting There: Take the LRT to KLCC The park is just outside the main entrance Opened in 1987, the garden showcased on the other side of the Philharmonic Hall sculptures from member countries of entrance. ASEAN, depicting the commitment of the countries towards the harmony and progress of the member countries. Be Titiwangsa Lake Garden mesmerized with over half a dozen of The Titiwangsa Lake Gardens is a beautiful and unique structures scattered recreational park for the public. It has a around the open space. It is worth a visit few huge lakes in the middle of the park. if you are on a sightseeing tour around There are many facilities at the park which the Perdana Botanical Garden or National includes jogging tracks, aqua biking, Monument. canoeing and other outdoor activities. There are two less common facilities also Address: Persiaran Sultan Salahuddin, available at the park; the horse riding Taman Tasik Perdana, 50480 facility and the radio control car racing Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, track. There are also food and drinks sold Malaysia. around the edge of the lake for visitors to Visiting Hours: Open Daily buy while enjoying the scenic view. In the GPS Coordinates: 3.150422, 101.684047 mornings, the Titiwangsa Lake Gardens Getting There: Take a taxi to the National are full of joggers as it is a good place to Monument square, next to Perdana run and train for competitive races. The Botanical Garden and the garden should Titiwangsa Lake Gardens is located just be next to the square. beside the busy Jalan Tun Razak in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. KLCC Park The 50-acre tropical landscape in the heart of the KLCC development provides an urban sanctuary for all. The public park reflects the tropical greenery, vibrant colours and patterns of the country’s rich cultural heritage while its calm setting help dissipate the tensions of city living. The park is unique in its theme and concept. This verdant area accentuated with specially designed water features is a work of art. It features various amenities such as a two-acre children’s playground, symphony fountain, wading pool, jogging track, shelters and benches, patterned Address: Lorong Titiwangsa, 53200 Kuala foot-paths and sculptures. Another Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, striking feature of the park is the Lake Malaysia. Symphony which comprises two water Visiting Hours: Open Daily fountains. Located at the esplanade GPS Coordinates: 3.18035, 101.707376 outside Suria KLCC, the Lake Symphony Getting There: Take the LRT and stop at is programmed to provide 150 magical Titiwangsa station. 40

Parks and Gardens KL Forest Eco Park Don’t miss traversing the lofty, newly constructed canopy walkway set in this thick lowland dipterocarp forest covering 9.37 hectares in the heart of the city. Kuala Lumpur is the only city in the world that has a natural rainforest situated right at its centre. The KL Forest Eco Park (formerly SIGHTSEEING know as the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve) was gazetted as a forest reserve in 1906 and is one of the oldest in Malaysia. Situated near the forest is one of the city’s skyline icons, the Kuala Lumpur Tower, which was constructed with utmost attention being paid to the environment to ensure that the natural surroundings of KL Forest Eco Park remain undisturbed. Address: Jalan Puncak, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2070 6342 Visiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 6pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.1530713, 101.7049241 Getting There: Take RapidKL U41 bus and stop at Menara KL, Jalan P. Ramlee bus station. The forest entrance is 10 minutes away from the bus station on foot. Lembah Kiara Park Lembah Kiara Park is a popular place for outdoor activities such as mountain biking, hiking and jogging. It has a pleasant lake with a stream leading to the play park. There is also a paved road that leads up and around the hill, suitable for joggers and hikers that need a little resistance in their routine. There are decent trails around the hill for mountain bikers too, making this park very suitable and welcoming for outdoor sports and recreational activities. It is well-maintained and very popular among local residents. Address: Jalan Abang Haji Openg, Bukit Kiara, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Visiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 8pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.146078, 101.632313 Getting There: Take the U82 RapidKL bus from KL Sentral and stop at Supermarket Presto, Jalan Datuk Sulaiman bus station. The park is 5-minute walk away. 41

吉隆坡历史 1857 重的袭击后，日本将军板恒征 四郎在吉隆坡向英国投降。在 吉隆坡在1875年时被发掘。一 日本投降后，英国恢复统治马 SIGHTSEEING 拉开启了巴生谷一带的採锡活 1946 位雪兰莪州王室——拉惹阿都 来西亚。 动，新的定居点被华人採锡者 沿着安邦一带开启了。安邦在 英国官方在4月1日1946年正 之前只是一片森林。锡的发掘 吸引了商人在巴生和鹅麥河流 与吉隆坡。在马来人多数反对 域这一带建立起商店。至此， 式宣布马来亚联邦管理马来亚 一个小镇诞生了。 下，马来亚联邦在1948年1月退 出并由马来亚联合邦代替。 1881 由于大多的建筑是在低陆地上 以木头为主的建筑物，所以大 1957 火和水灾带给了吉隆坡不小的 毁坏。甲必丹叶亚来决定要以 在8月31日1957年的凌晨，第 更坚固能耐的建筑材料那就是 一个马来亚旗帜在独立广场缓 砖块和瓷砖来重建这个小镇。 缓被升起。马来西亚第一任首 他成立了吉隆坡第一所学校， 相敦姑阿都拉曼正式宣布马来 也建立了庇护所让无家可归的 西亚独立。 人有个安身的地方。为了大众 1972 的娱乐消遣用途，他也建立了 妓院，赌场和发廊。 吉隆坡在2月1日1972年正式称 为城市。 1896 1974 马来联邦与将军法兰克瑞特汉 姆在1896年时将吉隆坡成立为 吉隆坡在脱离了雪兰莪州后被 首都。吉隆坡演变成经典的英 视为联邦直辖区。 国统治地缩影，在英国的帝国 主义下的压迫，人民停止了自 己独立开国的梦想。 1942 从1月11日1942年至8月15日 1945年，马来西亚被日本统治 了44个月，这一次的统治让马 来西亚的经济下滑。 1945 在长崎市和广岛受到原子弹严 42

天气与气候 马来西亚是个热带国家，它拥有热带独 气候，一年中会有炎热的气候和潮湿季 特的天气气候，从天气晴朗到倾盆大雨 节。在海平面温度介于21­至32­，同时在 可以变化得很快。建议随身携带一瓶防 高处温度可介于15­至25­。一年的阵雨量 嗮液，一顶漂亮的遮阳帽，一副黑眼镜 数值为2000mm至2500mm。­ 和一把折叠式雨伞来应对天气的变换。 只要能做充分的准备来应对这天气，绝 由于东西海岸一年内在交替潮湿月，因 对能够好好享受行走和观赏吉隆坡景点 此在马来西亚全年侯都能享受到海边假 SIGHTSEEING 的乐趣。观光客多会涂上防嗮液并享受 期。 吉隆坡的大太阳照射；尤其是洋人观光 客，我相信他们非常喜欢在温暖的阳光 在半岛西部潮湿季节（4月至10月）在下 下进行阳光浴，相对的，本地人多数会 午时会闪雷，但这都是短暂的。������的雨 选择在百货公司内享受着冷气。 量也减低了潮湿度。 马来西亚热带的天气全年都适合让观光 客欣赏各处的景点。的确马来西亚并没 早上8时：燕美市场的早餐 有四季的变换，在这个热带的气候下要 探索吉隆坡这样的大都市绝对再适合不 早餐是一日里最重要的一餐，为何不好 过了。因为马来西亚是个热带国家，我 好地寻找美食来好好享受这重要的一餐 们生产了不同的热带水果例如：红毛 呢？在每日早上11时小贩们清理档口前 丹，芒果和果中之王－榴莲。榴莲是马 到燕美湿菜市场去好好寻找您想吃的道 来西亚特有的季节性水果，一种让本地 地美食早餐去吧。 人和旅客都会寻找和品尝的水果。通常 在年中后靠近年尾便是榴莲的季节，这 燕美市场是个早晨菜市场，这里聚集了 时候我们可以在路旁一些小摊看见小贩 来购买日用品和新鲜材料的当地人，也 贩卖榴莲。独特又非常刺激的味道，甜 聚集了许多小贩们等待着饥肠辘辘的顾 中却又有些苦涩，这都是榴莲所拥有的 客上前购买道地早餐美食。这里可算最 特别口味和味道，感谢这热带独特的气 佳的享用早餐地点。 候让榴莲生长得健康茁壮，成为一个马 来西亚独特的标志。 以下为几家有名的店家； 多数人或许会认为行走在像马来西亚这 • 阿荣哥海南茶－烤伽央和奶油 样不稳定天气下会有风险。其实除了随 面包，海南茶。 身携带折叠雨伞，还有很多种方法来应 对这问题。其中最简单的一个检查吉隆 • 猪肠粉－襄豆腐撒上芝麻配上 坡的天气预报。天气不会毫无预警地忽 甜酱，辣椒，和咖喱汁。 然下起倾盆大雨，预警例如乌云聚集， 有风和雷响等。吉隆坡是个周围都是建 • 姐妹脆薄饼－酥脆的薄饼咬入 筑和构造的地方，绝对有足够时间找到 口中还能感觉到酥脆。 避雨的地方。通常最快速能找到的地方 便是捷运站和巴士站了。或最坏打算， • 生记猪肠粥－温暖地开启新的 进去百货公司吧，又或者享受让雨水打 一天。 着温暖的行人道和小草，再也没有东西 打得败雨后的温暖和味道了。 • 亚三辣唦－最好卖的一摊，只 在周末营业。 马来西亚季候风和天气总结 • 姜汤面线－全部融合在一碗热 马来西亚有两季季候风，西南季候风和 腾腾的面线。 东北季候风，分别是在5月未至9月和10 至3月。相对来比较，东北季候风带来的 地址:­­Jalan­Kampung,­Pudu,­55100­Kuala­ 阵雨较多。 Lumpur,­WP­Kuala­Lumpur,­Malaysia. 马来西亚坐落于1­­ 和­ 6­ ，拥有者经典的 营业时间：星期二至星期日，早上6时30 分至中午 43

吉隆坡一日流程 GPS­卫星定点:­3.14340,­101.71664 早上11时30分：游览国油艺廊 如何到达：­从Bukit­Bintang10分钟步行 国油艺廊因为为了要推广马来西亚的艺 SIGHTSEEING 早上10时：景点，国油双峰塔 物中心阳光广场(Suria­ KLCC)之间，便利 术和文化被马来西亚国油跨国公司成立 于1993年。位于双峰塔与吉隆坡首要购 大众能够简易抵达。提供本土及外国艺 术家们一个展示作品的地方，助于提高 马来西亚人民艺术水平和兴趣。 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拿督斯里 马哈迪医生正式开幕。双峰塔是目前马 点。­ 艺术让我们寻找到自己，也在同时 来西亚内最宏伟的建筑物，并坐落于吉 这是一个非常吸引艺术爱好者前来的景 隆坡市的中心。 间让我们迷失自己­－­托马斯.默顿 在国际舞台上，国油双峰塔代表了马来 地址­Level­3,­Suria­KLCC,­Jalan­Ampang,­ 西亚的文化，由本土文化融合先进的改 50088­Kuala­Lumpur,­WP­Kuala­Lumpur,­ 革来呈现出。内部装潢有民族编织图样 Malaysia.­ 融合回教式图案。两座塔分别地上的式 样是基于回教式的几何图案，由两个等 联络电话­+603-20517770 方正方形合成一个八星形。建筑学上， 这些几何图案都清晰表达出回教的原 官方网页­www.galeripetronas.com.my 则：统一，和谐，坚定和合理。 营业时间­星期一至星期六­早上10时至晚 双峰塔是个热门的景点，它成为了吉隆 上8时 坡的标记。在­SkyBridge­或­天桥­上观赏 及遥望吉隆坡最佳的风景。由于每日限 GPS卫星定点­3.158031,101.711618 定观光客有限，建议提早预定票。除此 之外，在双峰塔的四周还有许多地方能 如何抵达：从KL­ Sentral站乘搭­ The­ 拍下为宏伟的双峰塔为背景的地方，绝 RapidKL­LRT至Masjid­Jamek站,­再转一班 对是个摄影的好地点，快拿起你的相机 LRT至KLCC­站­(KJ10) 来拍一张吧。 地址­ PETRONAS­ Twin­ Towers,­ Kuala­ Lumpur­City­Centre,­50088­Kuala­Lumpur,­ WP­Kuala­Lumpur,­Malaysia. 联络电话­+603-23318080 官方网页­ www.petronastwintowers.com. my 营业时间­(­kybridge­天桥­星期二至星期 日，早上9时至晚上9时 GPS卫星定点：3.1579,­101.7116 中午12时30分：阳光广场内美食中心 享用午餐 (Suria KLCC Signatures food 如何抵达：从KL­ Sentral站乘搭­ The­ court) RapidKL­LRT至Masjid­Jamek站,­再转一班 LRT至KLCC­站­(KJ10) 阳光广场拥有一个所有美食都聚集在一 起的美食中心。或许并没有像其他高级 连锁餐厅店内的精美装潢，可是这里不 缺的是各种种类的美食。各大美食连锁 44

吉隆坡一日流程 如：寿司王，潜艇堡，Fuel­ Shack,­ Kyros­ 联络电话­+603-22671111 Kebab­ 以及­ Boost­ Juice­ Bars­ 都聚集在 这个美食中心等待所有的食物爱好者前 官方网页­www.muziumnegara.gov.my 来。这里设有足够的餐桌和餐椅，无论 是独自或一群好友前来都能有足够空 营业时间­ 星期一至星期日，早上9时至 间，喜欢被温暖阳光照射的食客能够选 下午6时 择在落地窗边餐桌享用食物并一同观赏 SIGHTSEEING 窗外的美景。在前往下个经典前，就在 GPS卫星定点­3.137889,­101.686744 这里好好享用您的午餐吧。 如何抵达：距离KL­ Sentral­ 大约500米步 地址­Level­2,­Suria­KLCC,­Jalan­Ampang,­ 行距离 50088­Kuala­Lumpur,­WP­Kuala­Lumpur,­ Malaysia. 联络电话­+603-23822828 下午3时3 0分：景点，湖滨公园 (Perdana Botanical Garden) 官方网页­www.suriaklcc.com.my 湖滨公园，多数被称为Taman­ Tasik­ 营业时间­星期一至星期日­早上10时至晚 Perdana­ 或­ Lake­ Gardens，地点就坐落 上10时 在吉隆坡文化遗产公园。这一块公园拥 有过10年的历史并被称作为吉隆坡的一 GPS卫星定点­3.1584157,­101.7127978 块绿肺。原本策划为一座供大众消遣娱 乐的公园，当时栽种了许多热带植物， 如何抵达：在阳光广场第2楼扶手电梯能 随后整座花园修复成一座植物公园。这 直接抵达 一坐公园不仅仅只是一座植物园，它还 能营造在热带雨林的氛围，在这里面并 不会感到自己原来是在繁忙的城市中。 下午2时：景点，国家博物院 这里吸引不少游客注意的有不少树和其 它植物的品种，例如缅栀花俗称鸡蛋 国家博物院坐落于­Jalan­Damansara­吉隆 花、薑目、赫蕉属、和其它特有品种。 坡,位置靠近湖滨公园(Perdana­ Botanical­ 除此之外这里还拥有大红花园，兰花园 Garden)。博物院展览着马来西亚一路走 和鹿园，参观完后肯定能为您的旅程增 来的文化艺术，历史与传统。­ 博物馆的 添更美的回忆。这一座公园提供了绝佳 建筑概念是米南佳保式传统大屋(Rumah­ 的风景，让您更接近大自然亲身体验大 Gadang)，整个建筑的外形融合了传统马 自然的奥妙。 来式和现代化的要素。这座国家博物馆 在1963年8月31日正式开幕，直至现在 它还负责展览着马来西亚一点一滴的文 化以及历史遗产。 地址­ Jalan­ Kebun­ Bunga,­ 55100­ Kuala­ Lumpur,­WP­Kuala­Lumpur,­Malaysia 博物馆分成几个主要的展览馆，包括了 民族与自然历史。展览的包括了人物造 联络电话­+603-26176404 型的舞台，人物都在展览着民族传统仪 式，如结婚仪式和各种节日仪式。除此 官方网站­www.klbotanicalgarden.gov.my 之外，也展览着传统武器，音乐乐器， 艺术手工品，陶艺品，各式花和草。这 营业时间­ 星期一至星期日­ 早上7时至晚 里绝对是想更深入知道关于马来西亚点 上8时 点滴滴的人不可错失的地方。 GPS卫星定点­3.143,­101.68466 地址­ Jalan­ Damansara,­ 50566­ Kuala­ Lumpur,­WP­Kuala­Lumpur,­Malaysia 如何抵达：这座美丽的公园坐落在国家 45

吉隆坡一日流程 博物馆对面 个热点，在这里能看见表演艺人们在表 演，也能看见街头小贩向旅客贩卖自拍 棒以及手机相机的镜头，这时您会需要 SIGHTSEEING 纪念碑雕像是为了纪念那些在第二世界 地址­ 179,­ Jalan­ Bukit­ Bintang,­ 55100­ 一个让您拍出的照片更特出。 下午4时30分：景点，国家纪念碑 Kuala­Lumpur,­Malaysia 大战日战时期为争取独立以及那些在 1948年至1960马来亚紧急状态中身亡 联络电话­+603-21485488 的马来西亚民族英雄所立下的。纪念碑 立在吉隆坡联邦区，靠近马来西亚国会 议院。此雕像是世上最高的独立铜制雕 官方网站­www.fahrenheit88.com 像。每年的7月31国家纪念日，马来西亚 营业时间­ 星期一至星期日，早上10时至 最高元首，首相，军事管理层以及警察 半夜 们会在纪念碑雕像前献上花圈代表他们 对各位民族英雄的最高敬意。 GPS卫星定点­3.147543,­101.712841 站在纪念碑前能让您深刻体会到马来西 如何抵达­ 从­ KL­ Sentral(MR1)­ 乘搭前往­ 亚独立前的战斗辛史，绝对也是一个不 Titiwangsa的­ Monorail­ line,­ 并中途在­ 可错过的旅游经典。 Bukit­Bintang­(MR6)­下站。您会在站外看 见飞轮海88广场的­H&M­在路的对面。 地址­Jalan­Parlimen,­50480­Kuala­Lumpur,­ WP­Kuala­Lumpur,­Malaysia GPS卫星定点­3.1493527,­101.683795 晚上8时：晚餐，亚罗街 如何抵达­ 湖滨公园(Perdana­ Botanical­ 亚罗街著名与它的晚餐与宵夜美食。在 Garden)­隔一条路对面 平时非常安静，到了晚上则非常热闹。 整条街铺满店家和小贩，所贩卖的美食 如海鲜，泰式美食，本地美食，零食和 啤酒也都非常便宜。它拥有各式各样的 选择因此非常受到本地人以及旅客的欢 迎。这里的大街边气氛无论是一群人或 独自一人的旅客都非常适合，尤其是想 品尝道道地地口味的食客。在这里享用 您的晚餐绝对不会让您失望。 地址­ Jalan­ Alor,­ Bukit­ Bintang,­ 50200­ Kuala­ Lumpur,­ WP­ Kuala­ Lumpur,­ 下午5时：逛街，武吉免登飞轮海88广场 Malaysia 华氏88广场又称飞轮海88广场坐落在吉 营业时间­ 星期一至星期日，下午5时至 隆坡最热闹的区域－武吉免登。在这里 深夜 能看见许多的人穿着不同款式的服饰走 在街上。飞轮海88广场是个名副其实购 GPS卫星定点­3.1456264，­101.7085775 物天堂，国际品牌如H&M和Uniqlo在这 个广场内拥有全马最大的连锁店。毫无 如何抵达­ 从­ Bukit­ Bintang­ Monorail­ 疑问的，当你走在武吉免登路上时，飞 Station­ 出来后，下扶手电梯转左，再 轮海88广场是你绝对不能错过的购物广 直走5分钟，您会看见亚罗街在您的右 场。 手旁。亚罗街距离Monorail站并不会太 远，您也能问周围的人方向。 在飞轮海88广场外的道路也是其中一 46

吉隆坡一日流程 够更好地体验和了解到马来西亚独特的 文化。马来西亚是个多种族而且各种族 晚上10时：娱乐，Changkat Bukit 都相处和谐的国家。”Malaysia­ Truly­ Bintang Asia”是马来西亚的一个标志，在这里 您能看见华人、马来人和印度人肩并肩 位于亚罗街下一条街，若想体验吉隆坡 一同行走，各族融洽地相处并互相影响 的夜生活这里不可错过。选一间酒吧， 着对方的传统文化。在吉隆坡你能看见 SIGHTSEEING 点一杯酒就立刻享受您美好的一晚吧。 不同宗教的场所如回教堂和寺庙等，这 美女，美酒，美食和人潮就是您能在这 一点让马来西亚更显得独特。亚洲的美 里找得到而且能够享受美好时光的地 食，音乐和文化都集聚在一个市内，你 方。在这里氛围越夜越能感受到人潮与 还能要求些什么呢？ 热闹，您能尽情地在这里娱乐一整晚。 所以马上拿起您的必需品前往这一些有 地址­Changkat­Bukit­Bintang,­50200­Kuala­ 趣的景点开始探索吉隆坡市吧。希望您 Lumpur,­WP­Kuala­Lumpur,­Malaysia 能在这一趟旅程能真正体验到马来西亚 的文化，让这一趟旅程的回忆更为丰富 营业时间­ 星期一至星期日，晚上8时至 及美好。 深夜 GPS卫星定点­3.1472032,101.7063017 苏丹阿都沙末大厦 Sultan Abdul Samad 如何抵达­距离亚罗街只需3至5分钟 Building 建立于1897年，前身为英国占领时期的 秘书处。它独特的摩尔式建筑设计非常 吸引人，这是当时由建筑师AC­ Norman 负责的工程，除此之外他也负责了坐 落在这栋建筑后方占美清真寺(Jamek­ Mosque)的工程。这一座历史地标也曾 经被使用为马来西亚高等法院，现今已 迁到布城－马来西亚行政管理城市。 整座建筑是由砖块建成，带出强烈的哥 特、西方和摩尔式设计感，带有壮观的 简介 门廊，雅致的拱门，闪亮古铜色点缀着 的石柱廊，还有一座高达41.2米的大钟 只要您知道该去的方向，在吉隆坡游览 楼。苏丹阿都沙末大厦取代了在正对方 观光景点可以是一件非常值得体验的 的独立广场，被视为马来西亚独立日的 事。在不熟悉吉隆坡的路这样的情况下 标志地点。现在苏丹阿都沙末大厦坐落 可以让游客在找寻值得去游览的景点时 在吉隆坡旧铁路站旁并归于马来西亚资 感到困惑，而游客们也总不能在不熟悉 讯，通讯及文化部。尽管这栋大厦不再 该去的方向而在大太阳底下无头绪地走 有任何官方用途，它还是被保留着并视 着。这时你手中的这本免费的旅行指南 为吉隆坡市最重要的一个历史景点。 便起了它的作用，书内会提供您各景点 的综览，当中包括了历史景点，摩登建 无论是在早上或晚上前往这里都不是问 筑，宗教场所，纪念馆，博物院，公园 题，在晴朗的早上能清晰看见这栋历史 以及花园。本指南内也提供各个景点的 悠久大厦是外型建造设计，而在晚上这 地址，联络电话，GPS卫星定点以及如 里会有许多漂亮的灯光点缀着。许多游 何到达该景点的叙述。 客喜欢停留在这里拍摄，因为正对方是 独立广场所以有着足够的空间让摄影者 吉隆坡的各个景点都由不同的团体或组 们把整栋漂亮的建筑给摄影起来。 织良好管理着，以确保到访的游客们能 47

观光 地址­Jalan­Raja,50050­Kuala­Lumpur,­WP­ 乐部距离LRT站需12分钟步行时间。只需 Kuala­Lumpur,­Malaysia 依照着去Dataran­Merdeka的路标行走。 SIGHTSEEING GPS卫星定点­3.1486807,­101.6945841 独立广场 Merdeka Square 开放时间­每日开放，但禁止入内 如何抵达­ 乘搭LRT至Masjid­ Jamek站。 独立广场位于苏丹阿都沙末大厦正对 面，皇家雪兰莪俱乐部的隔壁。这一个 这栋建筑物距离LRT站只需10分钟步行时 别具意义的历史景点是当年1957年8月 间，并一路沿着路标便能抵达。 31日凌晨联盟旗帜降下，马来亚旗帜第 一次升起的地方。至此每一年这里都是 马来西亚国家国庆日庆典的场地。 皇家雪兰莪俱乐部 Royal Selangor Club 飘着马来西亚国旗的旗杆是全世界最 1884年皇家雪兰莪俱乐部被成立。它拥 高，达100米。独立广场是马来亚正式宣 有非常久的历史，起初的原型为亚答屋 告脱离占领者正式独立的地方，如果你 顶及不大的木头建筑。建筑外型现今已 对马来西亚历史很感兴趣的话不妨来这 经被扩大改造设计成都铎式，它位于独 里拍下几张照片。独立广场前的一片草 立广场旁边所以这样的都铎式设计和四 地在1990年1月1日马来西亚旅游年正式 周的绿色环境融合一起时并不会显得突 称为Dataran­Merdeka。 兀。这座建筑物它具有历史价值和象征 性，因为皇家雪兰莪俱乐部操作了已经 地址­Jalan­Raja,­50050­Kuala­Lumpur,­WP­ 共超过130年，并有超过6000名的会员。 Kuala­Lumpur,­Malaysia 别名为”The­ Spotted­ Dog”的总俱乐 游览时间­不限 部屋曾经坐落在”Padang”，现在称为 Dataran­ Merdeka－独立广场上，这里 GPS卫星定点­3.147744，101.6934862 曾经是板球国际赛的举行地点。在1984 年俱乐部被DYMM雪兰莪苏丹发皇家特 如何抵达­乘搭LRT至Masjid­Jamek站。直 许执照，此后称为DiRaja­ Selangor(Royal­ 走向占美清真寺Masjid­ Jamek，转角并 Selangor­ Club)皇家雪兰莪俱乐部。俱乐 走向独立广场Merdeka­Square。 部主要目标是提供会员们一个结合运动 与社交的环境，希望能够在一个友善， 和谐和舒适的氛围下促进会员们之间的 互动与社交。 旧吉隆坡铁路站 Old KL Railway Station 皇家雪兰莪俱乐部是一个值得去将它特 吉隆坡铁路站是一座极具莫尔式风格 出的建筑外型摄影下来欣赏的地方。俱 的建筑，它就位于国家清真寺National­ 乐部就位于Dataran­ Merdeka－独立广场 Mosque的东南方。地点在Jalan­ Sultan­ 的旁边，从Jalan­Raja就能抵达。 Hishamuddin(之前称为Victory­ Avenue) ，直至2001年KL­ Sentral取代了它成为现 地址­1,­Jalan­Raja,­52100­Kuala­Lumpur,­ 在的铁路中心，它曾经也是吉隆坡主要 WP­Kuala­Lumpur,­Malaysia 的铁路中心。 联络电话­+603-26927166 由A.B.­ Hubbock在1910年设计，它融合 和东方和西方的风格。这里对面的马来 官方网站­www.rsc.org.my 亚铁路管理楼层也是由A.B.­ Hubbock在 1917年设计的。除了回教式风格的室 GPS卫星定点­3.14911，101.69293 内装潢，吉隆坡铁路站也成了经典的代 表，由玻璃和铁建造而成的维多利亚英 如何抵达­乘搭LRT至Masjid­Jamek站。俱 国时期风格建筑物。 48