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Go KL is a public bus service that offers free rides for commuters within the Central Business District (CBD) of Kuala Lumpur. It was launched on 31st August 2012 as part of Malaysia’s Government Transformation Programme (GTP 2.0) in improving urban public transport system. Go KL is intended to provide a reliable, affordable, accessible, safe and comfortable “first and last mile” city bus service for private vehicle users, public transport users and tourists in CBD. It is also aimed to reduce congestion in Kuala Lumpur by encouraging users to park their cars and use Go KL city bus service to travel around. Initially servicing for two routes only - Green Line (KLCC – Bukit Bintang) and Purple Line (Pasar Seni – Bukit Bintang), Go KL has now expanded to include two additional routes – Red Line (KL Sentral – Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman) and Blue Line (Medan Mara - Bukit Bintang). With these expansions, users now have more than 60 stops to choose from. The stops encompass popular spots within the heart of Kuala Lumpur such as shopping havens, tourist attractions and even prominent office towers. Some of the popular spots for both city dwellers and tourists are Pavillion, Bukit Bintang, KLCC and Pasar Seni. For users’ convenience, Go KL city bus service is well-equipped with free WiFi and designed to be disabled & eco-friendly. To cater to those working in Kuala Lumpur, Go-KL city bus service starts at as early as 6.00 am and ends at 11.00 pm except Friday and Saturday, where the service will end at 1.00 am. Additionally, Go-KL city bus service operates 7 days a week, making it a highly accessible public transport service for all.

Editor’s Note Kuala Lumpur is widely known as a Publisher / Editor Lyndon Yap very popular shopping destination [email protected] in the region. The birth of a tourism association in the famous Bukit Group Chief Operating Offi cer Annie Goh Bintang – KLCC shopping hub is set [email protected] to elevate the area to a level on par with international shopping districts. Head of Media & Traffi c Elaine Liau [email protected] However, that’s just a fraction of 014 - 365 1855 what this federal capital of Malaysia can offer. With a history dating back Head of Finance & Administration Department Harold Nettleton to the 1850s, Kuala Lumpur is home [email protected] to many public museums such as Writer the National Museum and Money Felicia Soon Museum & Art Centre where one can [email protected] get an insight of Malaysia’s history. Designer Mohd Hafi z Rahimi Bin Yahud Various worship and religious places [email protected] are open to public too, giving foreign Published by: travellers a valuable chance to know Bluedale Publishing (M) Sdn. Bhd. No. 311-2, Block F2, Level 2 more about the religion and culture Jalan PJU 1/42A, Dataran Prima of different races in the country. 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor D. E. (6)03-7886 9219 (6)03-7887 8212 [email protected] I have always felt that a traveller www.klangvalley4locals.com.my should be more adventurous in experiencing the food culture of the © Bluedale Publishing (M) Sdn. Bhd. visited country or region. Check out All rights reserved. No re-production, copy or transmission of this publication may be made without written the “Eating Out” section for tasty permission. No contents of this publication may be local food. re-produced, copied or transmitted, in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the publisher. Any person involved in unauthorized acts in relation to this publication may be liable to criminal For this edition, we’ve add in more prosecution and civil claims for damages. While every info on culture & tradition due to the eff ort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all the information, the publisher can accept no responsibility for coming festivals that we are about any errors or omissions. to celebrate that is called the ‘Raya’ For all enquiries related to advertising please contact us at [email protected] festive season. You will have the Printer: amazing chance to expose yourself BHS Book Printing Sdn Bhd (95134K) (Wholly owned by BHS Industries Berhad) immensely on their tradition practise Lot 17-22 & 17-23, Jalan Satu, Bersatu Industrial Park, of fasting before the arrival of its big Cheras Jaya,43200 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. day known as ‘Hari Raya’. KDN No. PQ780/904 I’ll have to stop here before taking up too much of your precious travel F time. As our Tourism Malaysia Find us on Facebookind us on Facebook http://www.facebook.compages/kv4Locals/ envisions its motto as Year of & Follow us at Twitter (@KV4Locals) KDN PERMIT # PP15841/04/2013(032086) Festivals, I hereby encourage all travellers to have great fun by taking part in many festivals and activities!

CONTENTS Introduction Welcome to KL 4 5 Calendar of Events 5 Transportation in KL9 Fact & Figures11 KL Map Zone12 A Brief History14 One Day ‘til Dawn in Kuala Lumpur15 Sightseeing Introduction17 18 Historic Architecture18 Worship & Religious20 Memorial & Museums24 Heritage Sites29 Art Galleries33 Gardens & Parks35 Sightseeing (Chinese)37 Sightseeing (Arabic)56 Special Feature Theme Park74 Shopping Around KL82 74 Flea Markets87 82 December 2015 - March 2016 II

Eating Out 88Introduction 89What to Eat 88 Festival Exclusive Top Places to Celebrate 106New Year in Kuala Lumpur 107Chinese New Year Taboos Nightlife 108Introduction 109Pubs, bars & clubs Medical Tourism 106 111Introduction 112Hospital Listing Accommodation 116Introduction 117Hotel Listing 120KL Map Zone Transport 122Introduction 110 123Transport Listings 123 ESSENTIAL INFORMATION 124Useful Contact III

Introduction Welcome to Kua l a Lumpur Asian Cybercity the tallest buildings in the world when they opened in 1998. This is Kuala Lumpur (KL), Malaysia’s sultry capital, packed Delicious Diversions with historic monuments, steel-clad skyscrapers, lush parks, megasized Reach for the sky by all means, but shopping malls, bustling street also keep a close eye on what’s markets and trendy nightspots. Also happening closer to the ground. To an essential part of the vibrant mix fully connect with locals, join them is incense-wreathed, colourfully in two of their favourite pastimes: adorned mosques and temples of shopping and eating. Malaysian the country’s Malay, Chinese and consumer culture achieves its zenith Indian communities. A reverence for in KL, where you could spend all day these ancient cultures is balanced browsing glitzy air-conditioned malls with a drive to be plugged into the such as Pavilion KL and Mid Valley contemporary world, as evidenced Megamall in search of bargains. by an exciting contemporary art and Alternatively, explore Central Market design scene and a buzzing digital for locally made souvenirs, and then economy. dive into the culinary melting pots of nearby Chinatown or Masjid India. Historical Canvas Take to the Streets Today’s KLites are separated by barely a handful of generations from It won’t take you long to realise, the tenacious Chinese and Malay tin despite the heat, this is a city best prospectors who founded the city. explored on foot. Walk and you can By the time the British made it the catch all the action and save yourself capital of Peninsula Malaysia in the the frustration of becoming entangled late 19th century, KL had only been in one of KL’s all-too-frequent traffic in existence for a couple of decades. jams. To tackle this problem, a new Since then, the city has been the mass rapid transit (MRT) system is scene of history-defining moments under construction. Soaring property for Malaysia. Stadium Merdeka was values are also causing characterful where, in 1957, the country’s first old buildings to be torn down and Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman replaced with bland new towers. Such punched his fist seven times in the disruptions aside, parts of KL retain air and declared independence. And the laid-back ambience and jungle the Petronas Towers were officially lushness of the village it once was. 4

December 1Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival 14 November 2015 - 03 January 2016 From trendy malls to open-air markets, the atmosphere is vibrant with the mood for the best shopping and leisure experiences ever, as only year-end sales can offer. Yes, the fabulous 1Malaysia Year-End Sale is back – bigger and better, events and happenings in hundreds of shopping outlets all over the country for nearly two months. Put your best foot forward and step into the New Year in style and glamour. Christmas 25 December 2015 The Christmas spirit is made merrier with Malaysia’s tropical weather and friendly people. Visitors will be spoilt for choice as there are many restaurants, bistros, shopping malls and hotels that offer great promotions planned specially for the occasion. Join in the celebration and have a sunny Christmas in Malaysia! Unesco World Heritage Exhibition 18 October 2014 - 31 December 2015 The UNESCO World Heritage Exhibition is being held at Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur. This exhibition features the four UNESCO World Heritage sites in Malaysia namely the cities of Melaka and George Town, the Archaeological Heritage of Lembah Lenggong, Gunung Mulu National Park and Kinabalu Park. Though small, the exhibition is packed with many interesting exhibits and information about each UNESCO site, and is a great stop before tourists decide to visit any of the actual destinations. The UNESCO World Heritage Exhibition runs until 31 December 2015. Admission is free. Venue: Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur 5

Introduction January Malaysia International Jewellery jewellery collections at MIJF SE 2016. Fair 2016 Enjoy ZERO burdens from tax charges 15-18 January 2016 and unleash your shopping spree The renowned Malaysia International for the finest jewellery collections in Jewellery Fair – Spring Edition 2016 Malaysia International Jewellery Fair- (MIJF SE 2016) will again blossom the Spring Edition 2016 Spring season with glitz sensations. Feast your eyes on fabulous jewelleries, from shimmering diamonds to dreamy gemstones, by gathering the world’s most elite traders, connoisseurs and quality buyers alike from the industry at the centre of Kuala Lumpur Town. MIJF SE 2016 is designed to give local and international trade buyers a buying opportunity for the Spring celebration Visit and garner the privileges of Malaysian tax free policy Venue: when you purchase worldwide haute Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Thaipusam in Batu Caves 23 January 2016 Thaipusam is a colourful annual celebration in honour of the Hindu god Subramanian, with festivities mainly taking place in Batu Caves – a limestone hill with a series of caverns and temples about 13km north of KL. It is a famous festival largely because of the practice of devotees who impale their bodies with long metal skewers during the event. Celebrated by the city’s Tamil Indian community, Thaipusam is one of the best times to visit Batu Caves. 272 stairs lead to the top and just inside the front door, piles of stone slabs have fashioned out a sort of Norman arch that frames a giant, granite- carved statue of Lord Subramanian. Inside the caves are more exquisitely carved Hindu guardian figures; some statues at Batu Caves, like the four- armed depiction of Prithvi, look deeply peaceful while others (such as the giant, green-skinned Lord Hanuman) are intimidating. 6

Federal Territory Day separate Kuala Lumpur from the 1 February 2016 state of Selangor and place it under Federal Territory Day or Hari Wilayah a seperate Federal rule. Persekutuan as it is known in Malay, falls on 1 February and celebrates Today, the Federal Territory the anniversary of the formation comprises three cities: Kuala of the Federal Territory in 1974. Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya. This day is declared a holiday in Labuan is an island off the coast the Federal Territory, where visitors of Sabah and joined the territory in will see the streets transformed by 1984 as an offshore fi nancial centre, parades and fi reworks, with various while Putrajaya was a planned city, cultural activities and fascinating built as the administrative centre of exhibitions happening in a whole Malaysia and was offi cially signed in host of different locations. on 1 February, 2001. While this celebration is offi cially declared for 1 February, the moment it marks actually took place four days earlier, on 28 January, 1974, when the Sultan of Selangor and the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (head of state) signed an agreement to formally Chinese New Year 8 February 2016 Chinese New Year is one of Malaysia’s cities are at their busiest in the biggest holidays. Though the date days leading up to the festival. changes each year, the way the festival is Malls are packed with shoppers celebrated remains the same: unmarried looking for Chinese New Year relatives receive ang pows (money in red decorations, stocking up on packets), families have reunion dinners supplies for open houses and and some people have huge feasts with buying new clothes. Yet this is lion or dragon dances. one of the best times to be in Due to the sizeable Chinese populations Malaysia, with fi reworks at night, in Kuala Lumpur and Penang, it is an and informal pedestrian parades especially popular festival and both outside raucous ‘open houses’. 7

Introduction March Good Friday 25 March 2016 observe the day, one of the holiest for Good Friday, also known as holy Christians. Friday, Long Friday, Sad Friday and great Friday in other parts of Easter Sunday the world, commemorates the day 27 March 2016 Jesus Christ was crucified by the The celebration continues on Romans. Christian dogma states Easter Sunday, on which Christians Christ willingly died on the cross to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus save the world from sin. Malaysian who is believed by them to have Christians gather in churches around risen from the death on the third the country for services to mark day. This is enacted with the Easter the “saddest day” in the Christian Vigil and the lighting of the Paschal calendar. Many churches hold several candle, representing the light of services, including one at 3pm – the salvation. In some churches, Easter hour Christ is traditionally said to is also often accompanied by more have died. While it is a state holiday food, games and activities for in Sabah and Sarawak, in others children such as painting of Easter states many will either take the day eggs and hunting for Easter eggs off or time-off from work in order to with the young ones. 8

Transportation in KL If one thing unites all KLites, In the meantime, the MRT’s it’s their frustration with public construction is causing even transport. Squashed into a more traffic congestion in KL as monorail or train carriage at underground stations are dug rush hour, or stuck in a highway in central areas such as Bukit traffic jam, it’s easy to share their Bintang and Chinatown. It’s pain. To address the problem the also controversial because of government is upgrading and opposition to the compulsory integrating the Mass Rapid Transit acquisition of land, in particular (MRT) system with the addition of along Jln Sultan. Businesses three new lines, including a circular such as Hotel Lok Ann, a kopitiam one that will span the KL-Klang and hotel that has occupied a Valley conurbation. The first new prominent corner of Jln Sultan line – a link between Sungai Buloh since 1938, have been forced to and Kajang, 9.5km of which will be close and the Gospel Hall (dating underground – is planned to be to 1939) on Jln Hang Jebat could operational by 2016 when it will also be in danger, if the tunnelling serve 400,000 passengers daily. damages its foundations. 9

KTM Komuter KTM Komuter’s 217km railway network has 53 stations. It consists of two lines, namely the Sentul to Port Klang (Pelabuhan Klang) line and Rawang to Seremban line, as well as a shuttle service from Rawang station to Tanjung Malim station which was first launched on 21 April 2007. www.ktmb.com.my 03-22671200 Monorail The KL Monorail serves 11 stations located along the southeast and northeast regions of Kuala Lumpur. It connects Stesen Sentral with various locations within the Kuala Lumpur City Centre and Golden Triangle. Light Railway Transit (LRT) Kuala Lumpur’s light rail transit (LRT) system connects some key districts where banks, offices, hotels and shopping malls are concentrated. Rapid Kl RapidKL buses services 6 key areas of the Klang Valley with a total of 165 routes. It provides 5 types of bus services to the commuter. www.myrapid.com.my 03-78852585 KL Hop on Hop Off With 22 designated stops, and over 40 attractions throughout Kuala Lumpur, the double-decker, air-conditioned tour bus is equipped with facilities such as pre-recorded multi lingual commentary for each of the attractions and Wi-Fi, making it one of the most convenient tours around. 10

FACTS & FIGURES Full Name: Kuala Lumpur (more commonly known as KL) Area: 243.65 km² Population: Estimated 1.8 million State: Federal Territory 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 Time Diff erence: GMT + 8 (daylight savings do not apply) 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 Vehicle Number Plate Prefi x: Wxx (for all vehicles except taxis), HWx (for taxis only) 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 11

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A Brief History B y the end of the 19th century, in less than 50 years, Kuala Lumpur had grown from a jungle- bound mining settlement to the grand colonial capital of the Malay Peninsula. It was here that British rule on the Peninsula ended in 1957 and that the modern nation, Malaysia, was born in 1963. Though many government departments moved to Putrajaya in the 1990s, KL continues to function as the heart of Malaysia’s economic, political and social life. To understand how Kuala Lumpur kingdom in southern Sumatra, who came to be founded it’s important washed up around 1401 on the Malay to first go back four-and-a-half coast. As a seafarer, Parameswara centuries to when the seat of Malay recognised a good port when he saw power was Melaka. Legend has one and immediately lobbied the Ming it that this great trading port was emperor of China for protection from founded by Parameswara, a renegade the Thais in exchange for generous Hindu prince-cum-pirate from a little trade deals. Thus the Chinese came to Malaysia. Equidistant between India and China, Melaka became a major stop for freighters from India loaded with pepper and cloth, and junks from China loaded with porcelain and silks, which were traded for local metal and spices. Business boomed as regional ships and perahu (Malay-style sampans) arrived to take advantage of trading opportunities. The Melaka sultans soon ruled over the greatest empire in Malaysia’s history, their territory including what is today Kuala Lumpur and the surrounding state of Selangor. The Lure of Tin Tin ore deposits had been mined in malaria. However, sufficient tin was the interior of Selangor, certainly for found around Ampang to encourage decades and possibly for more than further parties of miners to follow. a century, before two nephews of The jungle trading post where these the Sultan of Selangor sponsored an prospectors alighted, at the meeting expedition of 87 Chinese miners up the point of the Klang and Gombak rivers, Klang River in 1857. Within a month was named Kuala Lumpur, meaning all but 18 of the group were dead from ‘muddy confluence’. 14

One Day ‘til Dawn In Kuala Lumpur Introduction 7.30am – Enjoy Indian Breakfast @ Brickfi elds Brickfi elds is dubbed the “Little India” of Kuala Lumpur for its strong existence of Malaysian Indian culture. Travellers will be able to taste South Indian breakfast here every morning. There are quite a number of South Indian cuisine outlets in Brickfi elds, thus this district of Kuala Lumpur one of the best destinations to experience Indian food culture. 9.00am – Sultan Abdul Samad Building @ Jalan Raja After savouring the delicious taste of Indian cuisine, head to Jalan Raja for a photography session at nostalgic stretch of Jalan Raja, where the main historical building – the Sultan Abdul Samad Building stands. This historic building has seen the days of colonial British administration, the Federation of Malaya, and post-Malayan independence birth of Malaysia. The 40 metre tall clock tower looks like a replica of the Big Ben Tower of London. 10.00am – DBKL Theatre 11.30am – Central Market @ After snapping photos of the magnifi cent Jalan Hang Kasturi Sultan Abdul Samad Building, walk a Central Market is the best place for little further down Jalan Raja towards travellers and bargain hunters to shop Jalan Tun Perak and you’ll see the DBKL for self-portraits and handicrafts. This Theatre. It was gazetted as a heritage sightseeing hotspot used to be a real building, thus preserving its Mughal/ market back in the days of British colonial Mogul façade, which is a great shooting rule. The Annexe Gallery which is an art theme for both amateur and professional gallery is very worth a visit to indulge in photographers. the art culture of Kuala Lumpur. 15

Sigthseeing Historic Architecture One Day ‘til Dawn In Kuala Lumpur 12.30pm – Lunch @ Jalan Petaling (Petaling Street) After the satisfying souvenir-shopping experience at Central Market, walk to Petaling Street for a feast of Malaysian Chinese street food. During pre-WWII era, Petaling Street was the entertainment centre for mine workers from China locals staying within the area. 1.30pm – National Craft Complex 5.00pm 5.00pm 5.00pm 5.00pm 5.00pm This is the centre of Malaysian handcraft – T T T T P P P P culture. Workshops and exhibitions are Petronasetronasetronasetronasetronas Twinwinwinwinwin Tower ower ower ower ower held here to show visitors and locals the T T T T Visitors to Kuala isitors to Kuala beauty of indigenous people’s unique art V Visitors to Kuala Lumpur need not umpur need not L and that of various Malaysian ethnics. Lumpur need not any introduction any introduction to know of this 3.30pm – Jade Museum to know of this iconic landmark Have you ever iconic landmark that has become visited a Jade that has become pride the museum? the pride of of M ala y sians . . This museum M ala y sians The Twin Tower off ers a rare The Twin Tower used to hold opportunity used to hold the record of to learn more the record of being the tallest about jade being the tallest structure in the – from the structure in the world. mining of raw jade to the magnifi cent end world. product of jade jewelries. 7.30pm – Jalan Bukit Bintang area This is one of the most expensive shopping and dining spots in Kuala Lumpur. And what makes this location more interesting is the urban street culture – youths and street artistes would just gather and show their talent through music performances, breakdance. 10.00pm 10.00pm 10.00pm – Changkat Nightlife Changkat Bukit Bintang is a popular destination for clubbing peeps. This pub street in Kuala Lumpur has restaurants which off er live music performances to visitors. 16 16

Introduction Sightseeing Introduction Kuala Lumpur or KL, as the locals like it, is Malaysia’s capital and her largest city. From the city’s central business district, the conurbation spreads out to include developing suburbs in the ‘greater KL’ area, which is also known as the Klang Valley. As many as 1.8 million people comprising of indigenous Malays, Chinese and Indians call KL home. This showcase of the multicultural and multilingual Malaysian life is also a place where tradition and modernity stand next to each other and herald the cosmopolitan nature of the city. ‘The Garden City of Lights’ As heritage structures get a new lease of life with modifi ed usage, KL retains its charm through the preservation of pre-war and colonial buildings in the older parts of the city. Though the British colonial style seems pervasive, the Malay, Chinese, Indian and Moorish styles are prominent as well. Some of those which reflect Moorish architecture can be seen in the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, the old High Court and Magistrates Court Building and the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station.The Garden City of Lights transforms at night as KL-ites wind down after a hard day’s work and you get to experience KL in a ‘different light’. Join us as we answer the question of what to do in KL if you only have a day to spend in our feature, One day in KL, as KL–The Guide is all about getting you an authentic Kuala Lumpur experience – it’s locale, it’s people, it’s culture. 17

Sightseeing Historic Architecture Sultan Abdul Samad Building Sultan Abdul Samad Building is the first building designed with Mughal/ Indo-Saracenic style in Malaya. Designed by architects, RAJ Bidwell and A.B. Hubback; it was first known simple as the Government Office and was renamed Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad in 1974. The 40 metre tall clock tower was built to replicate the Big Ben of London. Its clock first chimed in 1897 to coincide with Queen GPS: 3.1483465,101.6944964,17z Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee parade. Jamek Mosque (Masjid Jamek) Masjid India was built in a distinctly Indian-Muslim style. Originally built as a wooden hut in 1863, this beautiful mosque has gone through numerous renovations to eventually look like what it is today. The present structure was opened by the Sultan of Location: Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur Selangor in 1966. It has the capacity (off Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman) to fit 3500 worshippers. However the Nearest LRT station: Masjid Jamek station mosque is not open to non-Muslim Nearest bus stop: Coliseum, Jalan Tunku visitors, so travellers can only admire Abdul Rahman its exterior beauty. GPS: 3.1487773,101.695747,17z FMS Survey Office This majestic building located along Jalan Tun Perak (formerly Java Street before being changed to Mountbatten Road by the British Colonial Government) was built in 1910. The building served as the headquarters for the Federated Malay States (FMS) Survey Department and was designed with Mughal-eclectic or also known as Ind0-Saracenic architectural style, which was a mix of neo-Mughal architecture and British Neo-Classical, Victorian architectural style. It was a popular architectural style between the late 19th century and early 20th century in India and the style of was exported to other British colonies especially to then Malaya, Singapore and Myanmar in Southeast Asia. GPS: 3.1483317,101.6974497,17z 18

Historic Architecture Sightseeing Old Town Hall Old Town Hall (Panggung Bandaraya) was built in 1896 and completed in 1904. The building originally housed the Kuala Lumpur City Hall. The old City Hall includes an auditorium and municipal offices, each with its own separate entrance. The Sanitary Board, which has authority similar to a town council, also had its office here. Today Panggung Bandaraya is gazetted a heritage building under the Antiquities Act. Location: Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur Nearest LRT station: Masjid Jamek station GPS: 3.150296,101.695,17z Old General Post Office The Old General Post Office was constructed in 1904, but due to the contractor facing financial difficulties, the building was only completed in 1907. An arch walkway connects it to the Sultan Abdul Samad Building down the road. The Kuala Lumpur General Post Office was housed here until 1984, when it moved to the Old Sessions & Magistrate present General Post Office building Court at the Dayabumi Complex. Today the This classic edifice was designed building houses part of the Ministry of Information Communication & by none other than A.B. Hubback, Culture office. the British architect who was instrumental in designing many GPS: 3.1483465,101.6944964,17z buildings with Mughal architectural style in Kuala Lumpur and other major cities in Malaysia. It was constructed in 1912 and completed in 1915. The building first housed the Kuala Lumpur High Court as its name reflects and the Supreme Court but later after the High Court and Supreme Court were at that time moved to the bigger building which was the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, this beautiful building then was occupied by the Sessions and Magistrates Court yet it is still referred to as the High Court Building until now. GPS: 3.1593369,101.6952233,17z 19

Sightseeing Worship & Religious Legend has it that during the civil war in Sungai Ujong, present day Negeri Sembilan, Kapitan Sheng Meng Li was captured and beheaded by the local authorities. White blood bled out instead of red blood. The locals believe that white blood means that the beheaded person is innocent. The story goes on to say that the spirit of Sheng Meng Li appeared in the dream of Yap Ah Loy instructing him to travel to Kuala Lumpur and seek his fortune there. After the Civil War, Sin Sze Si Ya Temple Yap Ah Loy built the temple in honour of his The Sin Sze Si Ya temple was founded by victory. Yap Ah Loy in 1864 in honour of the famous Kapitan Shin Kap of Sungai Ujong. It is the Location: 14 Leboh Pudu, 55100 Kuala oldest Taoist temple in Kuala Lumpur and is Lumpur dedicated to Sin Sze Ya and Si Sze Ya, the Nearest LRT station: Pasar Seni station patron deities of Kuala Lumpur. GPS:3.1456514,101.6963584,17z Guan Di Temple Once of the most impressive Chinese temples in Kuala Lumpur is the Guan Di Temple (also known as Kuan Ti Temple); a beautiful Taoist temple. Tourists that visit Chinatown can easily walk to Jalan Tun H. S. Lee, a small street parallel to the busy Petaling Street. Upon entering you will experience many locals praying and worshipping Guan Di. The origin of this temple comes from one of China’s greatest warriors known as General Kwan, Guan Di or Guan Yu. He was given the title of ‘God of War’ and many had chosen to worship him due to his excellent fighting and war skills. Many believed that with his blessings and protection, the well-being of a person can be achieved. However, the God of War will only grant wishes to those with a pure mind. GPS: 3.1440425,101.6969289,17z St. Mary Cathedral sums of money to help fund the new church. Around 1887 The church was designed by British architect Anglicans in A.C. Norman. British Malaya worshipped In 1895 the new church was finally consecrated in a wooden by Bishop Hose. A pipe organ was installed in church on Bluff the church. This was built by the famous 19th Road near the century organ maker, Henry Willis. Henry Willis police headquarters. Frank Swettenham, the had also made organs for St. Paul’s Cathedral Resident General of the Federated Malay and the Royal Albert Hall. During World War II States and William Treacher, the British the stained glass windows of the church were Resident of Selangor, were among the removed for safe-keeping However, after the more famous members of the church. In war they remained missing, whereabouts 1894 William Treacher laid the foundation unknown. In 1983 St Marys Chuch was stone for a new Anglican Church building. upgraded to St Marys Cathedral. Local philanthrophists, Yap Kwan Seng and Location: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur Thamboosamy Pillay, contributed substantial GPS: 3.150382,101.693409,17z 20

Worship & Religious Sightseeing Kuan Yin Temple Kuan Yin Temple was built in 1880 and is dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy, Kuan Yin. Also known as Guanyin Temple, it is located across the road from Jalan Stadium in Chinatown. Featuring distinctly Chinese and European baroque architecture, the temple is one of the most colourful shrines in the city. Kuan Yin Temple faces the Bulatan Merdeka roundabout, across the street from the Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Chinese Assembly Location: Jalan Maharajalela, 50480 Hall. Though the temple is not as Kuala Lumpur extravagant as others in the city, it is Nearest LRT station: Masjid Jamek worth a visit to see the three golden station Chinese Buddhist statues inside. GPS: 3.13951,101.69888,17z Theravada Buddhist temples. You will pass over a half-moonstone to enter the polychromatic main shrine hall which includes a large reclining Buddha. The temple is a hive of activity around Wesak Day when a massive torchlight parade with multiple floats starts from here and works its way around the city. Buddhist Maha Vihara Location: 123, Jalan Berhala, Founded in 1894 by Sinhalese settlers Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur in Brickfields, this is one of KL’s major GPS: 3.1272012,101.686256,18z Sri Mahamariamman Temple The temple is the oldest and richest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Founded in 1873, it is situated at edge of Chinatown in Jalan Bandar (formerly High Street). In 1968, a new structure was built, featuring the ornate ‘Raja Gopuram’ tower in the style of South Indian temples. From its inception, the temple provided an important place of worship for early Indian immigrants and is now an important cultural and national heritage. Location: Jalan Tun H.S Lee, 50000 Kuala Lumpur Nearest LRT station: Pasar Seni station GPS: 3.143416,101.6964979,17z 21

Sightseeing Worship & Religious Masjid Kampung Baru Built in 1924, Kampung Baru’s principal mosque sports a handsome gateway decorated with eye- catching tiles in traditional Islamic patterns. Stalls around the mosque sell religious paraphernalia, including white kopia and black songkok, the traditional head coverings for Malay Muslim men. Outside the mosque look for the map that shows the seven smaller villages that make up Kampung Baru. Sri Kandaswamy Kovil Location: Jalan Raja Alang, Founded by the Jaffna Sri Lankan Kampung Baru community in 1909, Brickfield’s major GPS: 3.16421,101.7034301,13z Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Murgan and the mother goddess Sri Raja Rajeswary. It’s marked by an elaborate gateway flanked by banana trees and is a riot of colourful Hindu gods and goddess inside. One of the temple’s major events is the 10-day Mahotchava Festival held around May with celebrations including processions of the wooden deities. Location: 3 Lorong Scott, Brickfields GPS: 3.1336921,101.6935515,17z Sree Veera Hanuman Temple Honouring Hanuman, this temple has been undergoing several years of restoration and should be a grand sight when it’s completed gateway is revealed: it’s made up of a coiled tower of the tail of the monkey god. There are often special prayer services going on here. Location: Jalan Scott, Brickfields GPS: 3.1348812,101.6925699,17z 22

Worship & Religious Sightseeing Indian Mosque (Masjid India) Masjid India was built in a distinctly Indian-Muslim style. Originally built as a wooden hut in 1863, this beautiful mosque has gone through numerous renovations to eventually look like what it is today. The present structure was opened by the Sultan of Selangor in 1966. It has the capacity to fit 3500 worshippers. However the mosque is not open to non-Muslim visitors, so travellers can only admire its exterior beauty. Location: Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur (off Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman) Nearest LRT station: Masjid Jamek Sam Kow Tong Temple station (Three Teachiongs Temple) Nearest bus stop: Coliseum, Jalan Established in 1916 by the Heng Tunku Abdul Rahman Hua clan, the ‘three teachings’ GPS: 3.1516285,101.6963649,17z temple has a beautiful Hokkien-style temple roof, with graceful curving ridgelines that taper at the ends like swallowtails. The colourful rooftop dragons, and other figures, are actually three-dimensional mosaics, another traditional decorative feature of southern Chinese temples (though these are new works). Inside look for photos of the original temple, a simple timber-frame structure with a thatched roof. Location: 16, Jalan Thambipillay, 50470 Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.1325571,101.6887129,17z Church of the Holy Rosary This Catholic Church with Neo- Gothic architectural design is one of the most beautiful colonial buildings in Kuala Lumpur. It was built in 1883 by a French missionary to serve the needs of Chinese-speaking Catholic community, The high windows, pointed arch and ribbed vault give the church a strong Gothic appearance. Location: 10, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, 50470 Kuala Lumpur (near TM Brickfield) GPS: 3.1367238,101.6927791,17z 23

Sightseeing Memorial & Museums P. Ramlee Memorial Ask anyone in Malaysia of the late Tan Sri P. Ramlee, and chances are you’ll get references of his famous films ‘ Bujang Lapok’, ‘Madu Tiga’ or even the funny ‘Keluarga 69’. The late P. Ramlee was an extraordinary artiste; he was an actor, singer, composer and director. He passed away on 29 May 1973. Today, his house has been turned into a memorial, dedicated to the preservation of his memory and of his late wife, the talented actress, Saloma. There are collections of with anyone personal memorabilia of the late actor; awards, photos, personal Location: No. 22, Jalan Dedap, artifacts and a rare glimpse into the Taman P Ramlee, 53000 Setapak, past of a man who rose from humble Kuala Lumpur beginnings and easily made friends GPS: 3.1949371,101.7081554,17z Independence.’ It was his official residence and is kept exactly as it was during his lifetime as the first Chief Minister of Malaya to Prime Minister with the restoration of original furniture and fittings. It also houses the memorabilia of Tunku Abdul Rahman and artefacts including records and documents Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra pertaining to his years serving as the Memorial first Prime Minister. This building is dedicated to Malaysia’s first Prime Minister, Location: Jalan Dato Onn, Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra al-Haj, Kuala Lumpur who is also known as ‘Father of GPS: 3.156574,101.6905201,17z Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery The museum has various galleries displaying art collections and the history of currency & economy. The 6 galleries are Art Gallery, Numismatics Gallery, Islamic Finance Gallery, Bank Negara Malaysia Gallery, Economics Gallery and Children’s Gallery. It has Available for download @ Google Play a cafe and gift shop for visitors to get refreshments and buy souvenirs. Location: Sasana Kijang, Jalan Dato’ Onn, Kuala Lumpur Location: Sasana Kijang, Jalan Dato’ No. 311-2, Block F2, Level 2 Jalan PJU 1/42A, 311-2, Block F2, Level 2 Jalan PJU 1/42A, Onn, Kuala Lumpur No. GPS: 3.157902,101.690901,17z Dataran Prima, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor D. E. 24 Untitled-3 1 10/13/2015 6:06:26 PM

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Sightseeing Memorial & Museums Tun Abdul Razak Memorial The Tun Abdul Razak Memorial which was located in the Perdana Lake Garden,is a testament to the great contribution and achievements of Tun Abdul Razak, the second Primie Minister of Malaysia. The Memorial divided into 2 sections: the Sri Taman Building, exhibiting more than 600 materials belonging to Tun Abdul Razak including gifts and souvenir, biography, pictures and documents, and the second section hosting more than 1500 items regarding Tun Abdul Razak’s achievement while serving Address: Jalan Cenderawasih, Tasik as Minister and Malaysia’s Second Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur Prime Minister. GPS: 3.1491638,101.68759,16z National Mosque Located in Kuala Lumpur,the National Mosque has a large capacity of 15,000 people and is surrounded by lush greenery which expands to a 13-acre land. The mosque was actually built on the site of a church in 1965. The mosque was designed by a group of three architects and the eighteen-pointed star dome is said to represent the thirteen states of Malaysia and the five pillars of Islam Address: Jalan Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.1420938,101.6917739,17z The Royal Museum The Royal Museum is located in the old National Palace, or Istana Negara which, from 1957 until 2011, was the official residence of the King and Queen of Malaysia or, to give them their more formal titles, His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Her Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Raja Permaisuri Agong. The old palace creased to be the official residence on 15th November 2011 following completion of a new palace complex at Jalan Duta. The old Istana Negara has now been converted to a Address: Istana Negara, 50500 Kuala museum and is open to public. Lumpur GPS: 3.1286583,101.6958019,15z 26

Memorial & Museums Sightseeing Jade Museum In some cultures jade is hailed as the stone of heaven and is purported to have mystical and healing powers. This museum displays a collection of antique items and accessories such as brooches, rings, earrings and necklaces. Visitors can also view pieces of raw jade taken from boulders. Address: 26, Jalan Delima, Kuala Lumpur. (Off Jalan Imbi) GPS: 3.1444953,101.720318,17z National Textiles Museum this country. Other than displaying the Located in one of the most important sample of textiles used in Malaysia, historical sites of Kuala Lumpur, the museum exposes how the fabric the architecture of this building is is produced, including the tools and Mughal-Islamic orientation. The equipment used during the process. museum has streaks of red and Malaysian traditional costumes are also white of its own revenue from red displayed, depicting the cultural and bricks and white plaster punctuated historical background of each ethnicity with alternate, characterizing the in Malaysia. adaptation of the Moghul-Islam style of architecture. Entranceway facing Jalan Sultan Hishammuddin consists of two rectangular oval shaped pole that stretches out from the walls of the dome-roofed. There are two octagonal- shaped tower on the side of the building. In each tower there is a concrete dome surrounded by smaller domes. The museum offers visitors a view Address: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, of Malaysian textiles which vary Kuala Lumpur depending on the ethnics that exist in GPS: 3.1467223,101.6940118,17z decorative arts in the world. Aside from the quality of the exhibits, which include fabulous textiles, carpets, jewellery and calligraphy- inscribed pottery, the building itself is a stunner, with beautifully decorated domes and glazed tilework. There’s a good Middle Eastern restaurant and one of KL’s best museum gift shops stocking beautiful products from around the Islamic world. Islamic Arts Museum Address: Jalan Lembah Perdana, This outstanding museum is home 50480 Kuala Lumpur to one of best collections of Islamic GPS: 3.1418392,101.6898153,17z 27

Sightseeing Memorial & Museums National Museum Built in1963,National Museum is an excellent introduction to Malaysia’s history, economy, geography, arts, crafts and culture.The building has a sweeping, traditional Minangkabau- style roof and a main entrance flanked by two large murals of Italian glass mosaic that portray the country’s major historical events and Address: Persiaran Bukit Kiara, Bukit cultural activities. Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.14942,101.644816,17z National Science Centre Housed in a striking green domed building, the National Science Centre is an architectural marvel. It accommodates nine galleries, with exhibits on interesting scientific themes. A Science Educational Park provides hands-on learning for students. Animals such as ostriches, ornamental chickens, rabbits, deer and others can be found in the park. Address: Jalan Damansara, There is also an underwater walk- 50566 Kuala Lumpur through aquarium as well as an GPS: 3.137889,101.686744,17z inventor’s corner for budding minds. Maybank Numismatic Museum The Maybank Numismatic Museum is located in the Old Colonial District of Kuala Lumpur inside the headquarters of Maybank building. It hosts an impressive collection of notes and coins that go back to the period of the Malacca Sultanate all the way to World War II. Among other interesting exhibits are the miniature cannons used in Sabah and Sarawak as currency for bartering and wedding gifts. The Maybank Numismatic Museum has a vast collection of currency used during the Malacca Sultanate, mainly gold dust, silver bars and tin blocks. The most interesting section The Maybank Numismatic Museum is the Private Bank Notes section gives travellers a glimpse of the way which displays some of the private of life of the Malaysia people during currency used at Sungai Buloh the pre-independence era, what Leprosarium. They were introduced currency they used as well as the in 1935 and used in the settlements. modern notes printed since then. It was believed that the use of normal currency will lead to the spread Address: 100, Jalan Tun Perak, of diseases so new currency was 50050 Kuala Lumpur created specifically for that area. GPS: 3.147219,101.6993419,17z 28

Heritage Sites Sightseeing Rumah Penghulu Abu Seman This glorious wooden stilt-house was built in stages between 1910 and the 1930s and later moved to the grounds of Badan Warisan Malaysia. You can wander around outside tour times (and since it’s built with ventilation in mind you can easily look in). Check out the stunning hand carved canoe under the house. The boat was used in religious ceremonies in Kelantan Address: 2, Jalan Stonor, 50450 and has the head of a fantastic- Kuala Lumpur looking bird carved into the prow. GPS: 3.15049,101.71661,17z Selangor Grocer’s Guild This building was built in the year 1927. It is occupied by the Grocer’s Guild, a trade association founded by 7 founders from China. The association represents the interests of grocers, retail traders and sundry-shop owners in Selangor and Kuala Lumpur. Address: 78, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.1439455,101.698524,17z DBKL City Theatre Located in the historic Sultan Abdul Samad Building near Merdeka Square,the Panggung Bandaraya is one of the oldest theatres in the country.Theatre productions such as plays and musicals are often held here. Address: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia GPS: 3.150296,101.695 29

Sightseeing Heritage Sites National Theatre (Istana Budaya) The National Theatre was founded in September 1999. It is the country’s main venue for all sorts of theatre, including classical concert, opera, musical theatre as well as operetta from both local and international artists. Istana Budaya is rated as one of the world’s top 10 most sophisticated theatres, on par with the Royal Albert Hall in London. Dataran Merdeka (Merdeka Square) Situated in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad building,this is the historical place where the Union Flag was lowered and the Malayan flag was raised for the very first time at the struck of midnight of 31st August 1957. Here you find buildings like the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, the Royal Selangor Club, and the National History museum. Address: Jalan Tun Razak, 50694 Address: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Kuala Lumpur Lumpur GPS: 3.1743733,101.703716,17z GPS: 3.147744,101.6934862,17z Malaysia Tourism Centre (Matic) The Malaysia Tourism Centre counter, free internet access, money (MaTiC) is located within a building changers and souvenir shops. in Kuala Lumpur, which is both an architectural and historical landmark. Address: Malaysia Tourism Centre This is a one-stop tourist centre, (Matic) 109,Jalan Ampang, 50450 services and facilities include an Kuala Lumpur information counter, a tourist police GPS: 3.1572954,101.707263,17z 30

Heritage Sites Sightseeing Brickfields Brickfields is dubbed the “Little India” of Kuala Lumpur for its strong existence of Malaysian Indian culture. Travellers will be able to taste South Indian breakfast here every morning. There are quite a number of South Indian cuisine outlets in Brickfields, thus this district of Kuala Lumpur one of the best destinations to experience Indian food culture. GPS: 3.129218,101.6863563,16z Ng Chee Tang In the past, there were five oil street lamps. On this street, many gold and pawn shops were here and a few are still in business today. Many old signage and pillars written in Chinese, Malay, Indian and Jawi can be seen here. At the corner is MS ALLY, the oldest pharmacy in KL (over a hundred years of history). Built by Yap Hon Chin in 1907, it features Dutch style gables with peacock feathers and curved waves on the triangular pediments. GPS: 3.1443869,101.6966348,17z Old Gian Singh Building Trail along Lebuh Ampang and you will see the white coloured Gian Singh Building on the corner with Jalan Tun Perak. This was constructed in 1909 on behalf of various owners each according to their individual designs but with a common facade and roofline. The whole block was occupied by Gian Singh, a textile trading company (which still exists), from the 1920s onwards. GPS: 3.145315,101.695375,17z 31

Sightseeing Heritage Sites were built in 1920 to house railway employees and other civil servants. At that time, government quarters were rare in Kuala Lumpur with only a handful of fortunate civil servants allowed to stay in the Hundred Quarters for a grand monthly rental of 20 dollars in the early 1960s. Hundred Quarters These tiled-roofed two-room houses, on 1.4 hectares, provided warm and After 100 years of existence, safe enclosures on windy nights Hundred Quarters, one of the oldest when rain pelted the city. landmarks in Brickfields, reached its final chapter. These housing rows GPS: 3.129218,101.6863563,16z Address: Syarikat Pemasaran Karyaneka Sdn.Bhd,Level 3, Bangunan Sri Anjung, Kompleks Kraf Kuala Lumpur Karyaneka Established in 1982,Karyaneka is well-known handicraft centre which has a wide collection of decorative and souvenir items reflecting Malaysia’s ethnic and cultural heritage. It sells batik, rattan baskets, blowpipes, Sarawak woodcarvings, Kelantanese silver craft and a variety of home décor items from across Malaysia. KL Children’s Library Located near Dataran Merdeka, opposite the Royal Selangor Club,The KL Children’s Library is an extension of the Kuala Lumpur library. They offer activities for children, such board games, storytelling sessions, computer classes, puppet shows, school holiday programmes and so on. They provide racks of easy- to-read books that are suitable for early readers, as well as a sufficient Address: No. 1, Jalan Raja, 50050 number of tables and chairs for Kuala Lumpur children. 32

Art Galleries Sightseeing FINDARS FINDARS is an one-of-its-kind art professor Maurizio Bortolloti recently, gallery cum independent music studio, which was organized by Balai Senilukis which is located at Jalan Panggong-- Negara (Visual Arts Gallery). KL The an area of a crossroad between vintage Guide writer took time to attend the KL and modern development. FINDARS sharing session and took some photos is represented by a group of local of the art pieces on display. aspiring artists, graphics designers, photographers, film-makers and musicians. The main goal is to have a space as a platform to cultivate curatorial process, creating good and broader social network and providing a sanctuary for aspiring independent artists and musician. FINDARS hopes to channel art to a broader commercial and non- commercial aspect. Address: No.8, 4th Floor, Jalan Panggong, The art gallery played host to an Kuala Lumpur. art sharing session by Italian artist Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 5:00 pm - 10:00 Giuseppe Stampone and curator/ pm, Sat - Sun: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm Galeri Petronas Galeri Petronas (Petronas Gallery) provides a cultural venue that features artwork ranging from traditional to contemporary. Painting, sculptural, mixed media and experimental works are regularly rotated in the gallery, which offers the opportunity for an afternoon of fine arts in contrast to the bustle of one of Malaysia’s busiest shopping districts. The latest exhibition to be held from 23 September to 2 November 2014 is “The City. Becoming and Decaying” by Goethe Institute. For details, browse http://www.galeripetronas.com.my/pages/Exhibition.aspx… 33

Sightseeing Art Galleries Ode To Art Kuala Lumpur The Ode To Art gallery is one of the most recently established art galleries to enter the Malaysian art scene and holds a modern and contemporary space ideal for art appreciation and shows. Its history began in Singapore where it is firmly cemented as one of the major private galleries there. Located at the Pavilion Shopping Centre in Bukit artists to showcase their artwork in Bintang, Ode To Art represents a wide which they are able to cater to a wide array of international artists where variety of art lovers in both Singapore one can view paintings, sculptures and Malaysia. and many other art forms. The Ode to Art Gallery offers a modern and Address: 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang, contemporary art spaces which is The Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur ideal for established and emerging Opening Hours: 10am-10pm Wei-Ling Contemporary The interior of Wei-Ling Gallery at Jalan Scott will find a certain resemblance in her new space at Gardens Mall, Mid Valley. To echo the pre-war setting of the flagship gallery in Brickfields, Wei-Ling Contemporary utilises Peranakan antique doors and tall customised grills to provide a sense of modern warehouse feel. The design is specially crafted by local architect Lim Cho-Wei. Wei-Ling Contemporary is minimally designed so that the attention is all on the featured artworks. Think of this as a studio museum – the vast room Address: 8, Jalan Scott, Brickfields, enables arbiters to view art in a less Kuala Lumpur constricted space. Opening Hours: 10am-9pm 34

Gardens & Parks Sightseeing KL Forest Eco-Park (Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve) KL Forest Eco-Park (formerly known the air, is mainly limited to the one as Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve) is a side of the hill, with the central portion small patch of rainforest sited in the or highest point taken up by the KL heart of Kuala Lumpur, at the base of Tower. The official entrance is located the towering KL Tower. Unknown to near Jalan Raja Chulan, but the easiest many, it is a small green patch that still way to get to the forest is by taking the preserves many species and features Rapid KL LRT and disembarking at the of the original rainforest that covered Dang Wangi LRT Station. Kuala Lumpur at one time. There are several trails that run through Address: Jalan Puncak, Bukit Nanas, the forest reserve, which if seen from Kuala Lumpur Bukit Kiara Park Bukit 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 it that children can play in, and a play park. For hikers and joggers there is a paved road that that leads up and around the hill. There are trails around the hill for mountain bikers too. Address: Jalan Bukit Kiara 1, Kuala Lumpur 35

Sightseeing Gardens & Parks Kepong Metropolitan Park It is really easy to locate this the weekends is made complete with 90-hectare park in Kepong, just look food, kites and toy stalls all peddling for the kite-filled skies on weekends! their wares on curb-side stalls near Kepong Metropolitan Park was open the entrance of the kiting area. in 1991 and recent kiting activities there have spurred a renaissance of Address: Jalan Ipoh, Sentul, 51200 sorts. The carnival-like atmosphere on Kuala Lumpur KLCC Park KLCC Park is a public park located in the vicinity of Suria KLCC, Kuala When the park was designed, the aim Lumpur, Malaysia. The park has was to “leave the world a little more been designed to provide greenery sensitive and a little more educated to Petronas Twin Towers and the to the importance of nature”. areas surrounding it. The park was designed by Roberto Burle Marx. Address: Jalan Ampang, Kuala It is said that it was the last work Lumpur City Centre, 50450 undertaken by the Brazilian architect. Kuala Lumpur 36

Introduction Sightseeing 吉隆坡或者简称KL，马来西亚的首都及最繁忙的都市，世界闻名之一的都市。一 座高楼林立，交通四通发达，贸易鼎盛的都市，成为马来西亚政治，经济文化， 商业资讯以及科技的重心点。吉隆坡不仅充满了现代大都会的奢华，也不失迷人 的古色古香风采，多元文化以及各族风俗习惯，和睦共处创造独特魅力。 “花园都市之光” 曾经是锡矿开发採区的吉隆坡，经历无数的洗礼，政潮变动以及动荡不安的岁 月， 最终从多灾多难的的废墟中， 脱胎换骨成为东南亚举足轻重的大都市，一 日千里的发展速度，堪称奇迹。誉有“马来西亚现代之父”之称的马来西亚第四 任首相敦马哈迪医生的任期期间，先后建立了让世界惊叹的国油双峰塔，吉隆坡 塔，KLIA国际机场及雪邦赛车场。 除了商业贸易，科技文化之外，吉隆坡也有让人垂涎三尺的各族的道地美食， 满足各人的口味以及购物广场，让您好吃游乐的大都市。 通过我们吉隆坡指南，我们将提供您一切关于有关游览吉隆坡的资讯，必让您满 载而归。 37

Sightseeing Historic Architecture 占美清真寺(Masjid Jamek) 占美清真寺是一座融合印度以及穆斯 林风格的清真寺。原于1863年建起， 当时只是一间小木屋，经过多次整修 后的清真寺，如今已经是一座让人眼 目一新的清真寺。于1966年由雪兰莪 州苏丹主持开幕。它能够容纳3500名 穆斯林信徒，然而清真寺却不是开放 给非穆斯林游客，因此游客只能由外 欣赏它的外观美丽。 地点： Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur FMS调查处总部 (off Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman) (FMS Survey Office) 最近的轻轨站有：Masjid Jamek station 位于惹敦霹雳路（前身是英国殖民政 最近的公交车站：Coliseum, 府蒙巴顿路的加华街）的宏伟的建筑 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman 是建于1910年，当时被设为马来联 GPS: 3.1487773,101.695747,17z 邦（FMS）调查处总部，其设计类似 Mughal-eclectic或者也被称为Ind0- Saracenic建筑风格，这是混合了新莫 卧儿和英国新古典以及维多利亚时代建 筑风格。此风格设计于19世纪末和20世 纪，在印度非常受欢迎，其后也流传至 其他英国殖民地尤其是马来亚，新加坡 和缅甸和其他东南亚国家。 GPS ： 3.1483317,101.6974497,17z 苏丹阿都沙末大厦 (Sultan Abdul Samad Building) 沙末。40米高的钟楼设计原于伦敦的 苏丹阿都沙末大厦是马来亚第一座建 大本钟。它的第一次敲钟于于1897 筑莫卧儿/印度 - 撒拉逊风格的设 年，与维多利亚女王的钻禧巡游时间 计。由建筑师，瑞泽比德韦尔和A.B. 一致。 Hubback 所设计的。它是第一间政府 地址：Jalan Raja , Merdeka Square, 办公室，并于1974年更名为苏丹阿都 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 38

Historic Architecture Sightseeing Old Sessions & Magistrate Court 这经典的大厦是由AB Hubback一手包 办设计，当时许多马来西亚建筑物包 括吉隆坡和其他主要城市的莫卧儿建 筑风格都是出于这位英国建筑师。它 建于1912年，并于1915年竣工，其中 的最大亮点是位于塔顶端圆顶阁底部 的桥墩式装饰。 前吉隆坡高等法法庭在刚建好后作为 司法部的吉隆坡高等法法庭和最高法 庭，虽然已变成地方法庭和推事庭， 但许多人依然称之吉隆坡高等法法 庭。 GPS:3.1593369,101.6952233,17z 旧市政厅(Panggung Bandaraya) 旧市政厅（Panggung Bandaraya）始 建于1896年，竣工于1904年。原是 吉隆坡市政厅。旧市政厅内有一个 礼堂和市政办公室，各有各自的入 口。当时的卫生委员会办公室也是在 这。根据刊宪，今时今日的旧市政厅 （Panggung Bandaraya）则是文物法 文物建筑。 地点： Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur 最近的轻轨站有：Masjid Jamek station GPS:：3.150296,101.695,17z 旧邮政总部 旧邮政总部，建于1904年，但由于面 海邮政总局在Dayabumi大厦。今天， 临财政困难，所以直到1907年才完 该建筑中有信息通信及文化办公部。 工。它连接到苏丹阿都沙末大厦的道 路建。吉隆坡邮政总局被安置在这 GPS:3.1483465,101.6944964,17z 里，直到1984年，当它移到现在的上 39

Sightseeing Worship & Religious 圣玛丽大教堂 (St. Mary’s Cathedral) 圣马利亚座堂（ St . M a r y ’ s Cathedral）位于马来西亚吉隆坡。 最初的圣马利亚教堂为木质结构，于 1887年2月13日献堂，坐落在武吉阿 曼山顶，现在是马来西亚皇家警察总 部所在地。它是当时吉隆坡附近的圣 公会小团体的崇拜和精神生活的中 心。1894年，由于信徒增多，该教堂 迁址到皇家雪兰莪俱乐部的球场（今 独立广场）旁新建一座砖砌教堂。2月 3日举行了奠基仪式。1895年2月9日 献堂。堂内可容纳200人。 1970年圣公会西马教区成立，圣马利 亚教堂成为该教区的主教座堂。 地点： Jalan Raja：50050 KualaLumpur GPS:：3.150382,101.693409,17z 仙四师爷庙 (Sin Sze Si Ya Temple) 建于1864年也是马来西亚最古老之一 的仙四师爷庙，同时也是吉隆坡华裔 百姓供养的寺庙之一。它位于半山芭 老街（Lebuh Pudu）交界处，原是吉 隆坡开撮公臣叶亚来屋后的一幅地。 仙四师爷庙正厅的大典中央有着供养 的仙四师爷的神像以及左边附祠的观 音堂，供奉着观音菩萨。寺庙建筑非 常中国特色，香火鼎盛。 地点： 14 Leboh Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur 最近的轻轨站有：Pasar Seni station GPS:3.1456514,101.6963584,17z 关帝庙(Guan Di Temple) 最令人印象深刻建于吉隆坡的中国寺 庙的是关帝庙（又名关钛庙）;一个美 丽的道观。游客参观唐人街时可以轻 松地步行到惹敦李孝式（Jalan Tun H. S. Lee），步行于繁忙的茨厂街的 一条小街上。一旦进入，你会体验到 很多当地人的祈祷和敬拜关帝。 这个寺庙的起源来自中国的被称为关 将军-关帝或关羽伟大的战士之一。 他被授予“战神”的称号，许多人选 择了崇拜他，由于他出色的战斗的能 力。 GPS3.1440425,101.6969289,17z 40

Worship & Religious Sightseeing Sri Mahamariamman Temple 建于1968年，拥有华丽的‘Gopuram’ 风格的印度寺庙，是马来西亚最古老和 最富有的印度教寺庙。成立于1873年， 它是坐落在唐人街在惹兰班（原高街） 的边缘。对于早期印度移民，此印度庙 一个重要的地方，现在是一个重要的文 化和国家遗产。 地点： Jalan Tun H.S Lee, 50000 Kuala Lumpur 最近的轻轨站有：Pasar Seni station GPS: 3.143416,101.6964979,17z 观音寺 (Kuan Yin Temple) 观音寺始建于1880年，是为了纪念观 音菩萨-观音-又称观音殿，它位于在 唐人街的 Jalan Stadium。明显的中 国和欧洲的巴洛克式的建筑风格，也 是最丰富多彩的圣地之一。 虽然寺庙是不是奢华的，但任然是值 得一游，寺庙里也有三个黄金中国佛 像。 地点： Jalan Maharajalela, 50480 Kuala Lumpur 最近的轻轨站有：Masjid Jamek station GPS:3.13951,101.69888,17z Buddhist Maha Vihara 十五碑佛庙是于1894年由僧伽罗社群 创立和建造，该社群提供一个符合斯 里兰卡小乘佛教传统的礼拜场所。 当时的僧伽罗人多为商人、工匠和由 英殖民政府从斯里兰卡引进以提升马 来亚公共服务的技术工人。十五碑社 区的居民多年来都把Buddhist Maha Vihara称为“十五碑佛庙”。 地点：123, Jalan Berhala, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur GPS:3.1272012,101.686256,18z 41

Sightseeing Worship & Religious Masjid Kampung Baru 建于1924年，甘榜巴鲁的清真寺是以 地点：Jalan Raja Alang, Kampung Baru 瓷砖材料表现出传统的伊斯兰图案。 GPS:：3.16421,101.7034301,13z 清真寺周围摊位有卖宗教用具，包括 白色kopia和黑宋谷，马来穆斯林男士 的传统头巾。 Sree Veera Hanuman Temple 孝敬哈努曼，这座寺庙已经经历了几 年的维修，现在已经是一座壮观的 庙：它的经典设计是类似神猴尾巴卷 曲的塔顶。经常举办祈祷活动。 地点：Jalan Scott, Brickfields GPS:：3.1348812,101.6925699,17z Sri Kandaswamy Kovil 于1909年创立的Sri Kandaswamy Kovil，此印度教寺庙供奉Murgan与Sri Raja Rajeswary。它的特点是类似香蕉 树的设计的墙，是充满丰富多彩的印 度神教的设计。寺庙的主要活动之一 是每一年的五月份的连续10天的庆祝 活动-Mahotchava节。 地点：Location: 3 Lorong Scott, Brickfields GPS:：3.1336921,101.6935515,17z 42

Worship & Religious Sightseeing Masjid India 此清真寺在1863年建成时，是一间木 屋，但后来经历无数次翻新和装潢换 来今日的面貌，其建筑设计融入了 明显的印裔回教徒风格。时任雪兰莪 州苏丹于1966年为现有的建筑开幕。 这座清真寺可容纳3500名信徒，但是 清真寺不对非穆斯林开放，因此旅客 只能围绕清真寺欣赏它迷人的建筑外 貌。 地点：Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur (off Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman) 最近的轻轨站有：Masjid Jamek station 最近的公交车站：Coliseum, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman GPS:：3.13951,101.69888,17z Church of the Holy Rosary 这座新歌德式天主教堂是吉隆坡最美 的殖民建筑之一。它于1883年由一名 法国传教士所建，以满足当地天主教 社群的需求。高耸窗户、尖拱和肋拱 顶给予教堂非常突出的歌德风格。 地点：10, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, 50470 Kuala Lumpur (near TM Brickfield) GPS:：3.1367238,101.6927791,17z Three Teachiongs Temple 由恒华战队建立于1916年，“三教” 的另一个传统的装饰功能（虽然这些 庙是一间美丽的闽南风格的寺庙，屋 都是新作品）。 顶优美弧形棱线逐渐变细的像凤蝶。 地点：16, Jalan Thambipillay, 50470 五颜六色的屋顶龙，和其他的佛像， Kuala Lumpur 实际上是立体的马赛克，南中国寺庙 GPS:：3.1325571,101.6887129,17z 43

Sightseeing Memorial & Museums P. Ramlee Memorial 已故马来亚著名演员比南利最受欢 迎的电影包括’Bujang Lapok’, ‘Madu Tiga’ 或是更为滑稽 的’Keluarga 69’. 比南利是一位 才华横溢的艺人，他能胜任演员、歌 手、作曲家和导演的角色。这名伟大 的演员于1973年5月29日病逝。如今其 故居由政府看管，成为大马人引以为 傲的文化遗产之一。 地点：No. 22, Jalan Dedap, Taman P Ramlee, 53000 Setapak, Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.1949371,101.7081554,17z Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery 馆内有各类画廊展示的艺术品收藏和 货币与经济历史。 6个部分的画廊包 括美术馆，钱币画廊，伊斯兰金融画 廊，马来西亚国家银行画廊，经济画 廊和儿童画廊。它有一个咖啡厅和礼 品店供游人享用茶点和购买纪念品。 地点: Sasana Kijang, Jalan Dato’ Onn, Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.157902,101.690901,17z Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Memorial 这个建筑是专门为马来西亚第一任首 相东姑阿都拉曼太子人哈吉，他被称 为“独立之父。”这是他的官邸，并 保持完全一样，这是他一生作为第一 任首席部长期间，马来亚总理与原来 的摆设一样。还设有东姑阿都拉曼的 纪念品和文物，包括记录和有关他多 年担任首任总理的展示文件。 地点：Jalan Dato Onn, Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.156574,101.6905201,17z 44

GARDENS & PARKS Sightseeing National Mosque 国家回教堂的建筑特色在于它的十六片 祈祷以外的时间前来观光，只是在进去 象征着热带的伞状屋顶以及那高达七十 之前，他们必须穿上已为观光者预备好 三米的尖塔，看去简直就像一个折叠雨 了的指定服装。他是马来西亚的主要清 伞。它的周围都被漂亮的池和喷泉所环 真寺，同时也是当地其中一个最突出的 绕。建造于一九六五年，土地面积宽达 建筑物。 十三英亩，它的四周围尽都是美丽的绿 地点：Jalan Perdana, 色风景。它在当代大胆地采用了现代的 50480 Kuala Lumpur 建筑风格，象征着当时独立的马来西亚 GPS: 3.1420938,101.6917739,17z 正在勇敢地迎向新的未来。旅客可以在 Tun Abdul Razak Memorial 敦阿都拉萨纪念馆是设在官邸湖花 园，此纪念馆是纪念伟大敦阿都拉萨 的贡献，马来西亚的第二任首相。纪 念馆分为2个部分：斯里兰卡塔曼大 厦，展示属于敦拉萨超过600材料，包 括礼品和纪念品和各类的展示物，而 第二部则是展示超过1500项关于敦拉 萨所取得的成就。 The Royal Museum 地点：Jalan Cenderawasih, Tasik 皇家博物馆坐落在老故宫，或国家皇 Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur 宫，从1957年到2011年，是国王和 GPS: 3.1491638,101.68759,16z 王后马来西亚或官邸给他们的头衔， 陛下Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di- Pertuan Agong和女王陛下Seri Paduka Baginda Raja Permaisuri Agong。自 2011年11月15日，新的宫殿建筑完 成。旧国家皇宫现在已经转变为一个 博物馆，开放给予公众参观。 地点：Istana Negara, 50500 Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.1286583,101.6958019,15z 45

Sightseeing Memorial & Museums Jade Museum 在一些文明的文化里，玉被誉为“ 天堂之石”，拥有所谓的神秘和治 愈力量。博物馆里展出的古物收藏 包括胸针、戒指、耳环和项链。访 客也可一窥由巨石取出的翡翠。 地点：26, Jalan Delima, Kuala National Textiles Museum Lumpur. (Off Jalan Imbi) 位于吉隆坡的最重要的历史遗迹之一，这 GPS: 3.1444953,101.720318,17z 个建筑的结构的风格是莫卧儿伊斯兰教。 博物馆有红色和白色的红砖和白石膏穿插 交替的条纹，表征架构的莫卧儿伊斯兰风 格的改编。入口处是向着对Jalan Sultan Hishammuddin，建筑物有两个矩形椭圆形 的杆，从圆顶屋顶的壁伸出。有两个八角 形塔在建筑物的侧面。在每座塔有一个具 体的穹顶由更小的圆顶包围。 该博物馆为游客提供这取决于存在于这个 国家伦理马来西亚纺织品的景色。除了显 示在马来西亚用于纺织品的样品，博物馆 也有公开织物是如何产生的，包括在此过 程中所使用的工具和设备。马来西亚传统 服饰也显示，描绘了在马来西亚各民族的 文化和历史背景。 地点：Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.1467223,101.6940118,17z Islamic Arts Museum 伊斯兰艺术博物馆是一间展示世界 上最华丽伊斯兰装饰艺术的收藏 品。除了展览品，其中还包括神话 色彩般的纺织品，地毯，珠宝，刻 陶器的展览品。建筑本身就是一个 尤物，设有装饰精美的穹顶和釉面 仿古瓷砖。有一个很好的中东餐厅 让游客小歇以及博物馆礼品店，世 界各地伊斯兰的漂亮的产品都有。 地点：Jalan Lembah Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.1418392,101.6898153,17z 46

Memorial & Museums Sightseeing National Museum 国家博物馆建于1963，是一间犹如百科 地点：Jalan Damansara, 全书般展示关于马来西亚的历史，经 50566 Kuala Lumpur 济，地理，艺术，手工艺和文化的地 GPS: 3.137889,101.686744,17z 方。建筑物的设计也充满了传统的米南 加保式和两个大型壁画的描绘两侧的意 Maybank Numismatic Museum 大利马赛克玻璃材料于主要入口处。 马来亚银行钱币博物馆坐落在旧殖民区 吉隆坡的马来亚银行大厦的总部内。它 承载的纸币和硬币运回到马六甲苏丹国 一直到二战时期的藏品都是令人印象深 刻。还有其他有趣的展品是在沙巴和沙 捞越作为货币交易与结婚礼物微型展览 物品。 在马来亚银行钱币博物馆，让旅客对马 来西亚人民的生活的方式独立前时期的 一瞥，以及使用何种货币以及纸币。 地点：100, Jalan Tun Perak, 50050 Kuala Lumpur GPS:3.147219,101.6993419,17z National Science Centre 坐落在一座绿色圆顶建筑，国家科学中 心是一个建筑奇迹。它可容纳9画廊， 以及有趣的科学主题的展品。科学教 育园区提供动手学习的学生。动物如鸵 鸟，观赏鸡，兔，鹿和其他可以在公园 里找到的。此外，还有一个水下步行通 过的水族馆。 地点：Persiaran Bukit Kiara, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.14942,101.644816,17z 47

Sightseeing Heritage Sites Rumah Penghulu Abu Seman Selangor Grocer’s Guild 这间曾经有过光荣时刻的木棚屋，建于 这栋坐落在苏丹街杂货商店协会建筑建 1910年的阶段和30年代之间，Badan 于1927年。这三层高的新古典主义的建 Warisan Malaysia。您可以四周观赏（ 筑物，采用了细纹和弯曲的巴洛克式的 通过建筑的设计，你可以看出是一个以 设计及附有“明朝”字眼。 透气的为主的设计）惊人的手工雕刻下 地点：78, Jalan Sultan, 家的独木舟。该艇是用在吉兰丹宗教仪 式，拥有一个梦幻般的好看的鸟雕刻成 City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur 船头的。 GPS: 3.1439455,101.698524,17z 地点：2, Jalan Stonor, 50450 Kuala Lumpur GPS: 3.15049,101.71661,17z DBKL City Theatre 此建筑曾作为市政厅使用，但目前已更 名为城市剧院。设计城市剧院的建筑师 是赫赫有名的哈勃克；他于1896完成设 计，而建筑工程于1904年竣工。城市剧 院现已在《文化遗产法令》之下保留为 古迹建筑。1992年的一场大火烧毁了城 市剧院的内部建筑，但是吉隆坡市政局 维修并复原了其室内容貌。目前城市剧 院多用于举办剧场和音乐剧演出。 地点：Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia GPS: 3.150296,101.695 48