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Essent ial Travel Infor mationApril 2018 - July 2018 What to Eat Where to Shop Where to Go Special featureFIND US ON ISTANA NEGARA, JALAN TUANKU ABDUL HALIM | KUALA LUMPUR

Simple & Useful Phrases in MalaysiaBahasa Malaysia or Malay is the official language and many wordsare phonetically similar to English. The letter ‘C’ is pronounced ‘ch’.WelcometoMalaysia Selamat Here Di sini DatangKeMalaysia There Di sanaHello Helo/Hai Front DepanGood morning Selamat pagi Back BelakangGood afternoon Selamat tengahariGood evening Selamat petang Asking QuestionsGood night Selamat malam Where? Di mana?Welcome Selamat datang How? Bagaimana?Please come in Sila masuk Why? Mengapa?How are you Apa khabar? Who? Siapa?I’m fine Khabar baik What? Apa?My name is (name) Nama saya (nama) Which? Yang mana?Husband Suami When? Bila?Wife Isteri Howmuchisthis? Berapakahhargabarangini?Mother Emak Please write down Tolong tuliskan Father Ayah the address alamatnyaGrandmother Nenek What is your name? Siapa Grandfather Datuk nama anda?Child/ Children Anak Please give me a receipt Tolongberisaya resitTime and Day Could you help me? Bolehkanandatolong Second Saat saya?Minute MinitHour Jam Common WordsDay Hari Yes YaWeek Minggu No TidakMonth Bulan None TiadaYear Tahun Many BanyakSunday Ahad Less KurangMonday Isnin Expensive MahalTuesday Selasa Cheap Wednesday Rabu MurahThursday Khamis Thank you Terima kasihFriday Jumaat You’re welcome Sama-samaSaturday SabtuWhatisthetime? Sekarang pukul Berapa? Every Day Expressions(x) o’clock Pukul (x) Breakfast SarapanYesterday Semalam PagiTomorrow Esok Lunch Makan tengah hari Now Sekarang Dinner Makan Malam Please sit down Sila dudukGreetings Please come in Sila masukGoodbye Selamat tinggal/Selamat jalan Please SilaSee you again Jumpa lagi Excuse me Tumpang Lalu I come from... Saya datang dari...Directions Beautiful CantikHow do I get to…? Bagaimana saya nak ke…? Good BagusPlease draw me a map Tolonglukiskansayapeta Open BukaRight Kanan Close TutupLeft KiriStraight ahead Terus

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04 09C ONTENTS 16 27 INTRODUCTION 37 Calendar of Events 04 Transportation 09 Map 12 ABOUT KL_English Facts & Figures 15 Brief History of KL 16 KL Climate 21SIGHTSEEING_EnglishA Day’s Trek in KL 24Introduction 25Historical Sites 26Old vs. Modern Architecture 27Modern Buildings 30Places of Worship 31Memorials & Museums 34Parks & Gardens 37ABOUT KL_ChineseIntroduction 41A DAY’S TREK_Chinese 41A Day’s Trek In KL 41 43SIGHTSEEING_ChineseHistorical Sites 43Modern Buildings 45Places of Worship 47Memorials & Museums 51Parks & Gardens 53ABOUT KL_ArabicIntroduction 55 55

A DAY’S TREK_Arabic 67 55 A Day’s Trek In KL 58 SIGHTSEEING_Arabic 68 57 Historical Sites 76 80 58 Modern Buildings 95 61 Places of Worship 99 66 Memorials & Museums 115 67 Parks & Gardens SPECIAL FEATURE 68 Putrajaya: Introduction69 Guide to Travelling to Putrajaya SHOPPING 76 Introduction 77 Shopping Malls EATING OUT 80 Introduction 81 Malay 83 Chinese 85 Indian 88 Others NIGHT OUT 95 Party Time! 96 Clubs/Bars/Pubs MEDICAL TOURISM 99 Introduction 100 Healthcare Facilities ACCOMMODATION 103 Check-In 105 Luxury Hotels 109 Budget Hotel 112 Backpackers Lodge TRAVEL SMART 115 Travel Tips ENDLIM 119 Motoring in Malaysia 126 Essential Info

April 2018 Events 01ST Urbanscapes Kuala 04TH Plaza Low Yat Mega IT Fair APR Lumpur 2018 APR @ Plaza Low Yat Date: Month of April Date & Time: April 4 – 8, 2018 Time: 11am-1am Venue: Plaza Low Yatt Venue: Multiple areas in Kuala Organizer/Tickets: Plaza Low Yatt Lumpur Website: https://www.facebook. Organizer/Tickets: Urbanscapes com/events/426158377827161/ Website: www.urbanscapes.com.myCALENDAR 25TH One Republic Live @ APR Stadium Merdeka Date & Time: 25 April 2018 Venue: Greater Kuala Lumpur Organizer/Tickets: Ticket Pro Website: www.ticketpro.com.my 01ST KL Book Run 2018 APR Date & Time: 1st Apr 2018 Venue: Dataran DBKL Organizer/Tickets: DBKL Website: www.dbkl.gov.my 15TH Seoul-Ful Fair @ Sunway DEC Putra Mall Date & Time: March 30 – April 8, 2018 Venue: Sunway Putra Mall Organizer/Tickets: Sunway Putra Mall Website: https://www.facebook. com/events/20199469082932144



May 2018 Events 15TH Ramadhan Month MAY Date: 15 May -14 June 2018 Venue: NationwideCALENDAR 09TH Bruno Mars 24K Magic MAY World Tour 2018 Date: 9th May 2018 06TH Kuala Lumpur International MAY Book Fair 2018 Date: 27 April-6 May 2018 Venue: Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) Organizer/Tickets: PWTC Website: https://www.klibf.my/my 29TH Wesak Day MAY Date: 29 May 2018 Venue: Nationwide 24TH Ice Age Alive MAY Date: 24 May2018 Venue: MaTIC, Kuala Lumpur Time: 10:00 - 7pm (closed Mon) Website: http://www.iceagealive. com/ 6

June 2018 Events14TH Hari Raya Aidilfitri JUN Date: 14 June 2018 Venue: Nationwide CALENDAR24TH The Smurfs Live on Stage 23RD Game & Anime Expo 2018 JUN Date: 24 June 2018 JUN Date: 23-24 June 2018 Venue: Resorts World Venue: Berjaya Times Squareof Genting Organizer/Tickets: Berjaya TimesWebsite: https://www.rwgenting. Squarecom/entertainment/shows/The- Website: https://www.facebook.Smurfs/ com/events/112730049542110/03RD Maximus Musicus Visits JUN the Orchestra Date: 3 June 2018Venue: Nationwide 7

July 2018 Events 04TH International Architecture, 25TH 10th KL International Gifts, JUL Interior Design and Building JUL Premium & Stationary Fair Exhibition (ARCHIDEX 2018) 2018 Date: 4 July 2018 Date: 25 July - 27 July 2018 Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Venue: KLCC Centre Website: http://www.mgpa.org.my/ Organizer/Tickets: C.I.S Network Sdn Bhd Website: https://archidex.com.my/CALENDAR 15TH Ram Jam Festival 2018 JUL Date: 15 July 2018 Venue: The Gasket Alley, Petaling Jaya Website: http://thegasketalley.com/ 21ST Bon Odori JUL Date: 21 July 2018 Venue: Kompleks Sukan Negara Shah Alam 12TH Malaysia Coffee Fest Website: https://www.facebook. JUL Date: 12 July -15 July com/events/172061850241846/ 2018 Venue: 1 Utama Shopping Centre Website: http://www.mycoffeefest. com.my/ 8

TRANSPORTATION Travel Info TRANSPORTATION Traveler’s Guide to Kuala Lumpur 3. Aerobus (klia2 – KL Sentral) from KLIA/klia2 Via High-Speed Time: 1 hour ~ 1 hour and 15 Train, Bus and Taxi minutes (approx.)Via KLIA Ekspres to KL Sentral Bus Frequency: Irregular intervals(non-stop) (30 mins – 1 hour)Time: 28 minutes (Trains depart Cost: MYR 9 (Adult), MYR 5every 15 minutes during peak hours) (Children)Cost: Adult – RM 55 (One-way), Contact Num.: +6016-220 6292RM100 (Return) Children – RM 25 Via Taxi to KL Sentral(One-way), RM 45 (Return) 1. KLIA Taxi Limo Pickup ServiceVia Bus to KL Sentral (From various areas around KL –1. SkyBus (non-stop from klia2 only) KLIA)Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes Time: 1 hour (approx.)(approx.) Cost: MYR 85 (Budget), MYR 105Bus Frequency: 1 hour (klia2 – KL (Premier), MYR130 (MPV), MYR 200Sentral), 30 minutes (KL Sentral – (Family Van)klia2) Contact Num.: +6011-1060 4810Cost: MYR 10 **other taxi services’ fares for KLIA/Contact Num.: +6016-217 6950 klia2 – KL Sentral – KLIA/klia2 range2. Airport Coach KLIA (non-stop from MYR 80 – 120 for regular orfrom KLIA/klia2) budget taxis. Additional charges mayTime: 1 hour ~ 1 hour and 15 occur depending on the size of theminutes (approx.) vehicle and for late-night bookings.Bus Frequency : Regular intervals Useful Mobile Apps for Taxi Servicesof 30 minutes in Kuala LumpurCost: MYR 10 (Ticket Counter), MYR8.50 (online) • GrabTaxiContact Num.: +603-9212 1818 • Uber Via KLIA Transit (KLIA – Salak Tinggi – Putrajaya/Cyberjaya – Bandar Tasik Selatan – KL Sentral) Contact Num.: +603-2267 8000Source: www.kliaekspres.com/plan-buy/fares-passes 9

Transportation in KL Rapid Bus (rapidKL) Rapid KL’s public transportation network includes Rapid Bus, the largest bus operator in Malaysia operating mainly in urban areas such as Kuala Lumpur and Klang Valley. The colour of Rapid KL buses are beige with blue and red stripes. The bus accepts cash and Touch&Go cards with fares starting from RM1 to a maximum of RM5, depending on how far you travel. Operating HoursTRANSPORTATION OPERATING WEEKDAYS SATURDAY SUNDAY & HOUR PEAK PUBLIC HOLIDAY AND OFF PEAK 6.00 am 6.00 am PERIOD 6.30 am 7.00 am 6.00 am 11.00 pm 11.00 pm 7.30 am First Bus 12.00 pm First Bus Peak Last Bus New and Revamped Bus Network Routes (Effective on 1st Dec 2015) - Kuala Lumpur City Center Previous New Departure Arrival Route No Route 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 10

KL Hop-On Hop-Off Transportation in KL TRANSPORTATIONJust have a day or two to explore the city? Not a The buses are equipped with nine differentproblem with the Kuala Lumpur Hop On Hop Off languages. Tickets can be purchased in the(HoHo) double-decker bus service. It provides bus, from authorized agents, authorized hotels,those who are on a short stop or overnight KL Hop-On Hop-Off counters, or from theirtravellers with a chance to see the city without website. Ticket counters can also be found ata guide and at minimal cost. It has 23 stops Jalan Bukit Bintang, Malaysian Tourism Centrewhich cover more than 70 attractions. Buses at Jalan Ampang, KL Sentral and Central Market.arrive every 20 to 30 minutes. They operate all- You can get a 24-hour ticket or a 48-hour ticket,year-round even on school and public holidays. depending on how much time you have to explore the city. Children under five ride for free. Contact Number: +603-9282 2713Go KL Operating Hours Go KL is a public bus service that offers Working Days: 6.00am-11.00pm free rides for commuters within the CentralBusiness District (CBD) of Kuala Lumpur. It is Weekends and Holidays: 7.00am-a reliable, accessible, safe and comfortable 11.00pmcity bus service for private vehicle users, publictransport users and tourists in CBD. Aimed to Frequencyreduce congestion in KL by encouraging users Working Days (Peak Hours): Every 5to park their cars and use Go KL bus service to minutesmove around the city. Others: Every 10 minutesContact Number: +603-5635 3070 Hotline: 1-800-88-7723 11





Transportation in KLRapid KL Integrated Railway TransitRapid KL operates one of the largest public transport networks in Malaysia. Their transport servicesare integrated, making it easier for people to commute and to get to their destination on time. With thecombination of trains and buses, sightseeing is an ease. 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Keluar dari stesen destinasi tersebut dan Dang Wangi dan Bukit Nanas beli token perjalanan baharu untuk memasuki stesen sambungan. Purchase tokens up to Dang Wangi (if from LRT Kelana Jaya Line) and Bukit Nanas (if from KL Monorail Line). Exit station upon arrival and purchase another new token to enter connecting station. Sultan Ismail dan Medan Tuanku Beli token untuk perjalanan hingga stesen Sultan Ismail (jika dari Laluan LRT Sri Petaling) dan Sultan Ismail dan Medan Tuanku stesen Medan Tuanku (jika dari Laluan Monorel KL). Keluar dari stesen destinasi tersebut dan Purchase tokens up to Sultan Ismail (if from LRT Sri Petaling Line) and Medan Tuanku (if from KL Monorail Line). beli token perjalanan baharu untuk memasuki stesen sambungan. Exit station upon arrival and purchase another new token to enter connecting station. KL Sentral (LRT Laluan Kelana Jaya) dan KL Sentral (Laluan Monorel KL) KL Sentral (LRT Kelana Jaya Line) and KL Sentral (KL Monorel Line) Beli token untuk perjalanan hingga stesen KL Sentral (di laluan di mana anda berada). Purchase tokens up to KL Sentral (on the current line you are on). Keluar dari stesen destinasi tersebut dan beli token perjalanan baharu untuk memasuki stesen sambungan. Exit station upon arrival and purchase another new token to enter connecting station. For MyRapid TnG and Touch ‘n Go card users, fare will be deducted accordingly as you travel.Bagi pengguna kad MyRapid TnG dan Touch ‘n Go, tambang akan ditolak berdasarkan perjalanan anda. 03 7885 2585 [email protected] myrapid.com.myUseful Mobile Apps for Taxi Services in Kuala Lumpur• GrabCar• Uber14

FACTS & FIGURES TEMPERATURE RAINNING SEASON 19 (Minimum) 37 (Maximum) Between September to April and October to January DRIEST MONTHS May, June, July ANNUAL RAINFALL 2,266 mm FULL NAMEKUALA LUMPUR (more commonly known as KL) MAYOR (DATUK BANDAR) CLIMATE DEMONYM Tan Sri Hj. Mhd. Amin Nordin Bin Abdul Aziz Tropical Kl-ite POSTAL CODE STATE CURRENCY50xxx to 60xxx 68xxx Federal Territory Ringgit Malaysia AREA $(RM) and sen 243.65km2 POPULATION 1974Estimated 1.8 million YEAR GRANTED FEDERAL TERRITORY YEAR YEAR OF ESTABLISHMENT 1957RELIGIONS GRAN1T9ED72CITY STAT US MAJOR LANGUAGES Malay, English, Chinese, TamilMuslim, Buddhist, Taoist, Hindu, Christian, Sikh MOTTO ETHNIC GROUPS The City of Malay, Chinese, Indian, Eurasians, Kadazans, Contrast Iban and other races from East Malaysia & Diversity and Penisula Malaysia Indigenous FOREIGN WORKERS TIME DIFFERENCE +60 and 03 Indonesia, Nepal, Myanmar, Thailand, Bangladesh, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, VietnamGMT +8 (daylight savings CCOAULNLITNR+GYCCOODDEE do not apply) DRIEST MONTHS May, June, July MAJOR FESTIVALS Hari Raya Puasa, Hari Raya Haji, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Wesak, Federal Territory Day, Christmas

BRIEF HISTORY OF KL Brief History of KL BRIEF HISTORY OF KL A Brief History 1862 By the end of the 19th century, in less than 50 Kuala Lumpur began growing rapidly. New years, Kuala Lumpur had grown from a jungle- miners from over the world settled here. bound mining settlement to the grand colonial Resulting in many conflicts and gang wars. capital of the Malay Peninsula. It was here that British rule over the Peninsula ended in 1957 Yap Ah Loy becomes Chinese Kapitan of Kuala and that the modern nation, Malaysia, was born Lumpur in 1869 and succeeds to establish law in 1963. Though many government departments and order in Kuala Lumpur in just a few years. moved to Putrajaya in the 1990s, KL continues to function as the heart of Malaysia’s economic, 1880 political and social life. Kuala Lumpur becomes a modern town when To understand how Kuala Lumpur came to be the British representative Frank Swettenham founded it’s important to first go back four-and- develops the first city plan. a-half centuries to when the seat of Malay power was Melaka. Legend has it that this great trading 1881 port was founded by Parameswara, a renegade Hindu prince-cum-pirate from a little kingdom in Fires and subsequent flood brought great southern Sumatra, who washed up around 1401 damage to Kuala Lumpur as most of its on the Malay coast. As a seafarer, Parameswara buildings and structures were made of wood recognized a good port when he saw one and or thatch and located on the lowlands. Kapitan immediately lobbied the Ming emperor of China Yap then decided to build and revive the town for protection from the Thais in exchange for using stronger and more long-lasting method of generous trade deals. Thus, the Chinese came to building construction by using bricks and tiles. Malaysia. He established Kuala Lumpur’s first school and a shelter for the homeless. He also built brothels, Equidistant between India and China, Melaka casinos and saloon bars for entertainment. became a major stop for freighters from India loaded with pepper and cloth, and junks from 1887 China loaded with porcelain and silks, which were traded for local metal and spices. Business Kuala Lumpur becomes the capital state of boomed as regional ships and perahu (Malay-style Selangor. sampans) arrived to take advantage of trading opportunities. The Melaka sultans soon ruled over 1896 the greatest empire in Malaysia’s history, their territory including what is today Kuala Lumpur and Kuala Lumpur was made the capital when the the surrounding state of Selangor. Federated Malay States (FMS) were incorporated with Frank Swettenham, the Resident General 1857 at the time. The evolution of Kuala Lumpur to the classic epitome of British colonialism and Kuala Lumpur had its humble beginnings when the oppression of British imperialism caused it was founded. Raja Abdullah, a member of the local nationalists to halt their own dreams of Selangor sultanate, opened up parts of Klang independence. Valley for tin prospectors, a new settlement started as Chinese prospectors went up the Klang 1942 River and began exploring the Ampang area for tin. Ampang was then a jungle. The tin boom attracted The Japanese occupied Kuala Lumpur for 44 merchants and traders to come and set up shops months; from January 11, 1942 to August 5, at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers. 1945 and it almost halted the economy of Kuala Thus, a town was born. Lumpur.16

Brief History of KL 1945 1978General Seishiro Itagaki, the General of Kuala Lumpur ceased to be the capital ofJapanese Military Administrative, surrendered Selangor after the city of Shah Alam wasto the British in Kuala Lumpur after Nagasaki declared the new state capital.and Hiroshima in Japan were attacked withatomic bombs causing mass destruction on 1990both major cities. After the fall of the Japanese,the British returned to Kuala Lumpur. BRIEF HISTORY OF KL 1946The British officially declared Malayan Unionadministrative Malaya and Kuala Lumpurin King’s House on April 1, 1946.After muchopposition from the Malays, the Malayan Unionceased to exist in January 1948. It was replacedby the Federation of Malaya. 1957At the stroke of midnight on August 31, 1957,the first Malayan flag was raised on the groundsof Merdeka Square and Tunku Abdul RahmanPutra Al-Haj, the FIRST Prime Minister, declaredindependence in Stadium Merdeka.1963 Kuala Lumpur celebrated 100 years of local council. 1999 The federal administrative capital of Malaysia moves to Putrajaya. 2007 Kuala Lumpur celebrates its 50th year as capital of Malaysia and Malaysia its 50th year of independence.Kuala Lumpur becomes the capital of Malaysia. 1972Kuala Lumpur was conferred the city status onFebruary 1. 1974After being detached from its mother state ofSelangor, Kuala Lumpur was made into a unit ofits own called the Federal Territory. 17

New Year 2017NEW YEAR 2017 5Best Places to Celebrate the New Year in Kuala Lumpur New Year in Kuala Lumpur is one of the most KLCC Park, situated within walking distances celebratory occasions of the year and Malaysia’s from Suria KLCC Shopping Centre, is a tranquil bustling capital city is hailed as one of the best and family-friendly locale for most part of the cities in Southeast Asia for an exciting New year. However, it transforms into a massive Year’s Eve party. New Year’s Eve concert venue with live music Every end of the year is marked with colourful performances by local and international acts fireworks, massive parties, and bustling street which ends with a great round of fireworks. fairs held in accompaniment to the countdowns that are attended by thousands of people, tourist The 50-acre park consists of Lake Symphony, and locals alike. a 10,000sqm manmade lake with a 43-metre From booze-filled parties in swanky rooftop bridge that cuts across it, plenty of greenery, bars to live concerts against the Petronas Twin fountains with water features and patterned Towers backdrop, our 5 Best Places to Celebrate footpaths. Aside from offering the best view the New Year in Kuala Lumpur promises of the magnificent fireworks display against fun-loving crowds, a cherry ambience, great the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, you can also entertainment, and of course, jaw-dropping take a short stroll to neighboring bars, pubs and firework displays as you usher in the New Year. restaurants while you wait for the midnight hour to arrive. 1. KLCC Park 2. Curve Shopping Mall 18 Every 31st December, the Curve Shopping Mall in Petaling Jaya hosts a massive, free street party and fireworks display at The Street, a spacious al fresco walkway in the mall. Featuring live performances by local bands and dancers, it’s usually packed with hundreds of attendees from 18.00 onwards.

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New Year 2017NEW YEAR 2017 During this time, swanky bistros, cafes, bars Samad Building, the iconic landmark consists and restaurants situated along The Street offer of a giant field with perfectly manicured green special NYE and happy hour promos, perfect for lawns and a centerpiece of the Malaysian flag those who want to wine and dine as they usher displayed on a 95-metre tall flagpole. in the New Year. On New Year’s Eve, Merdeka Square hosts a To get to the Curve Shopping Mall, a free shuttle number of choreographed traditional dances, bus that runs three times a day from Royale singing acts, marching bands and a spectacular Bukit Bintang Hotel is available. Alternatively, fireworks display in the parade grounds. Visitors you can take the LRT from KL Sentral to Kelana can sit back and relax on the grassy field but, Jaya and hop on to a free shuttle bus that heads most prefer standing to enjoy a better view of to the Curve. the festivities. 3. Rooftop Bars Merdeka Square is a 15-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur city centre. Though we recommend taking the monorail or other train services as traffic can get rather congested due to road closures. 5. Changkat Bukit Bintang Rooftop bars in Kuala Lumpur is very popular Changkat Bukit Bintang is one of the city’s amongst late night revelers for many reasons- most happening nocturnal boulevards, where classy yet laidback ambience, impressive food one can find numerous bars, pubs, and lively and beverage offerings, live entertainment, restaurants with unique dining concepts in and of course, a spectacular vantage point of a single street. During weekends, Changkat Kuala Lumpur. Bukit Bintang is alive with bright lights, rowdy yet good-natured crowds, and ever-flowing Nestled atop high-rise structures and five-star drinks until the wee hours of morning. For the hotels, these rooftop bars in Kuala Lumpur are end of the year celebrations, the watering holes suitable alternatives to the overcrowded bars take it up a notch with unique themes, special in the city centre. Those who prefer an intimate New Year’s Eve promotions, as well as resident dinner as they anticipate the countdown can deejays spinning a mix of house, electro-dance, savour sumptuous French, Italian, Greek and pop, trance and hip-hop tracks for late night Spanish at Troika Sky Dining while Sky Bar’s revellers to usher in the New Year. For those glamourous lounge is a great option if you want staying in the city centre, the easiest way to to sip on a glass of champagne while watching get to Changkat Bukit Bintang is via monorail: several fireworks displays around the Kuala alight at the Bukit Bintang stop and head north Lumpur city centre. along Jalan Bukit Bintang. 4. Merdeka Square Similar to KLCC Park, Merdeka Square offers an impressive and free New Year celebration in the city centre. Set in front of the Sultan Abdul 20

KL ClimateKL climate KL CLIMATEClimate and Weather (i.e.: sudden gloom, dark clouds, windy). So, you should have ample time to get someMalaysia is blessed with a nice tropical climate shelter as the city is filled with buildings andwhere sometimes it can be very sunny with structures even at the most open area youlight showers to heavy downpours at any given could find. The LRT and Monorail stationstime. It is always best to travel with sunblock are always sheltered anyway; same goeslotion on, a nice sun hat, sunglasses and a with the bus stands. Hence, it is really notsmall umbrella just in case the weather decided that fussy to walk around the city al fresco.to change its mind. Walking and sightseeing Worst case scenarios – hop inside somearound Kuala Lumpur can be very rewarding of the fancy shopping malls, or just enjoyif you know how to dodge the rain and sun. the shower falling on warm pavements andBut for most tourists, the sunny side of Kuala grass. Nothing beats the warm, fuzzy smellLumpur can be very refreshing as they can of rain as it cools the city down.work on their suntan as they go along! Mostlocals do not prefer the sunny part of Kuala Monsoon Season in Malaysia & WeatherLumpur, which is why most of them would flock Summaryto air-conditioned shopping malls and retailoutlets. But for foreign tourists, especially Malaysia faces two monsoon winds seasons,the Caucasians, I believe they would love the Southwest Monsoon from late May toto sunbathing as the sunny sky can be very September, and the Northeast Monsoon frombeautiful and pleasant most of the time. October to March. The Northeast Monsoon brings in more rainfall compared to theThe tropical climate brings with it a very Southwest Monsoon, originating in China andsuitable weather for all-year round sightseeing the north Pacific.and recreational activities. Yes, Malaysiacannot enjoy the variation of different seasons Situated between 1° and 6°N, the whole ofsuch as winter and fall but the nice sunny- Malaysia has a classic equatorial climate withand-rainy weather is perfect for exploring high temperatures and wet months throughouta metropolitan city like the ever-exciting the year. Temperatures at sea level rangeKuala Lumpur. The tropical climate also has from 21ºC to 32ºC, whilst at higher elevationsits advantage over the produce we have in it is much cooler with temperatures rangingMalaysia, such as the delectable tropical fruits from 15°C to 25°C. Annual rainfall varies fromlike rambutan, mangoes and the King of All 2,000mm to 2,500mm.Fruits; the spikey durian. A beach holiday can be enjoyed all year roundSome might think it would be a fuss to in Malaysia as the east and west coastswalk around the city with the unpredictable experience their wettest months at alternateweather of Malaysia. But, there are many times of the year.ways to get around this issue apart frompreparing yourself with an umbrella all the The wet season on the west of the peninsula (Apr-time. One of them is as simple as checking Oct) brings thunderstorms in the afternoons, butthe weather report during your stay here in these are usually brief, and the odd downpour is aKuala Lumpur. Plus, the rain is unlikely to welcome way to reduce the humidity.come out of nowhere without signs of warning 21

A Day’s Trek In KL Visit @Merdeka Square A Day’s Trek in KL Breakfast @Kampung Bharu Kampung Bharu is one of the best places to tasteABOUT KL local cuisines! Eat all you can with variety ranging from the north, east coast to the south of Malaysia. The food is very filling and rich. Do tease your taste bud with a bite of these local favourites: Nasi Lemak, Nasi Dagang, Roti Canai and end your meal with a cup of Teh Tarik. Visit @Kuala Lumpur City Gallery Merdeka Square (Independence Square or Dataran Merdeka) is situated in the center of the city. Literally a stone’s throw away from Kuala Lumpur City Gallery. It is nearby to Masjid Jamek, Central Market and China Town (Petaling Street). It’s the core of KL’s history. Here you find buildings like the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, the Royal Selangor Club, and the National History museum. A 100 metre-high flagpole marks the spot where the Malayan Flag was hoisted on August 31, 1957 signifying the independence of the country from British rule. Lunch @Central Market Kuala Lumpur City Gallery is a Tourist Central Market, which was built in 1888 was Information Centre and provides originally a wet market. It has since been comprehensive guided walks around the city. classified as a Heritage Site by the Malaysian Bring handmade souvenirs or choose to make Heritage Society and it is now a landmark for your own for your family and friends! Malaysian culture and heritage. The stalls 22

A Day’s Trek In KL ABOUT KL oldest forest reserves dating back to 1906. An isolated forest island nestled in a sea of concrete; the little hill still thrives with massive tropical trees standing tall in the shadow of shiny metal and glass skyscrapers. Visit @Petronas Twin Tower (KLCC) The building that changed the landscapeselling various trinkets and souvenirs arearranged according to zones that reflect themany cultures in Malaysia. There’s also a foodcourt that serves all the local delicacies on the2nd floor.Visit @KL Forest Eco ParkFormerly known as Bukit Nanas ForestReserve, this is an amazing rainforest habitat of the city, the Petronas Twin Towers havesmack dab in the middle of rush-hour traffic become synonymous with Kuala Lumpur.and the pinnacles of business; KL Forest Designed by world renowned architect, CésarEco Park in Bukit Nanas is one of Malaysia’s Pelli, inspired by cultural Islamic art themes. Since its completion in 1998, the towers have risen to become an icon that symbolizes not only Kuala Lumpur, but also Malaysia. Dinner & Shopping @Bukit Bintang Bukit Bintang has been one of the main attractions for tourism in the city for a while now. Needless to say, it’s also the best place to find delicious food and also shopping! With the increasing trends nowadays, many local and international brands have made it here to suit the local and foreign interest in shopping. 23

A Day’s Trek In KLABOUT KL Ever since the 70s, shopping has been popular in KL with some of the pioneer malls which are still pulling the shoppers till this very day. Party @Changkat Changkat Bukit Bintang is one of the city’s most happening boulevards. Regarded as the ‘it’ party Supper @Jalan Alor venue in KL’s lively yet fluid clubbing scene, Changkat is filled with restaurants that morph Featuring an al fresco concept where you dine in the open air on chairs and tables lining the curbs, Jalan Alor needs no introduction to those who love their food. If you are craving for fresh seafood, Chinese and Thai cuisine, this is where you should head to in the wee hours of the morning. into night clubs with cocktail bars and pubs to soothe your thirst for a drink. Live performances from various local acts are also held in a number of nightspots. 24

I ntroduction ABOUT KLSightseeing around Kuala Lumpur can be veryrewarding if you know where to go and what tosee. Finding your way around the city can betricky. Even the locals get lost sometimes! But,this is where this free guide book comes in.This guide will provide you with an overviewof attractions such as historical sites, modernbuildings, places of worship, memorials,museums, parks and gardens.Attractions around Kuala Lumpur are well tradition of British colonial mansions, theypreserved by special organizations or bodies have been converted into an exclusive hotelwho maintain them as the government aims for visiting VIPs. Queen Elizabeth II herselfto provide tourists with better exposure on made Carcosa Seri Negara her choice ofthe unique cultural heritage of Malaysia as accommodation during her visit to Malaysia init is a multi-racial nation whose people live 1989. The hotel’s restaurants are open to thetogether in harmony. ‘Malaysia Truly Asia’ public for dining.is the common tagline for Malaysia becauseas you walk around the city, you’ll see people Address: Taman Tasik Perdana, Persiaranfrom different races walking side by side, Mahameru, 50480 Kuala Lumpurincorporating each other’s cultures in their Tel: +603-2295 0888lives. You can see mosques, temples andshrines of different religions that are practiced Sultan Abdul Samad Buildingin Malaysia around Kuala Lumpur, whichmakes it unique and appealing. Food, musicand cultures of Asians in one city-what morecould you ask for?So, grab your essentials and head on to some Built in 1897, the Sultan Abdul Samadof the most interesting places to see, explore building used to serve as the secretariatand experience in Kuala Lumpur. for the colonial British administration back in the day. Its unique Moorish design isCarcosa Seri Negara very enchanting thanks to AC Norman, the architect who was also responsible for theSituated on a hilltop overlooking the beautiful Jamek Mosque located just behind thisLake Garden is Carcosa Seri Negara. This building. This historical landmark was alsoearly 19th century architectural wonder was used as the superior courts of Malaysiaonce the residence of the British Governor which included the Federal Court of Malaysia,and British High Commissioner. Styled in the the Court of Appeals and the High Court of 25

Historical Sites Old KL Railway StationSIGHTSEEING Malaya-which later, moved to Putrajaya, the new administrative city of Malaysia. Constructed entirely of bricks, the building Kuala Lumpur Railway Station is an almost features strong gothic, western and Moorish- fairytale Moorish-style building to the style influences with an imposing porch, southeast of the National Mosque. Located graceful arches, curved colonnades topped along Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin (previously with shinny copper cupolas and a domineering known as Victory Avenue), it used to be KL’s 41.2m high clock tower. It is frequently main railway hub until 2001 when Kuala seen as the backdrop for Malaysia’s annual Lumpur Sentral took over much of its role. Independence Day parades. The building is now home to the Ministry of Information, Adopting a mixture of Eastern and Western Communications and Culture of Malaysia and styles, it was designed by A.B. Hubbock in sits beside the old KL Railway Station. Address: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur Merdeka Square The Merdeka Square is located exactly 1910. Opposite stands the Malaya Railway opposite the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Administration Building, also designed by This is the historical place where the Union Hubbock in 1917. Beneath the Islamic exterior, Flag was lowered and the Malayan Flag was the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station resembles raised for the very first time at the stroke of a typical glass and iron Victorian-era English midnight of 31st August 1957. From then on, railway building. Merdeka Square has been the venue for the annual Merdeka Parade. It used to house the offices of the Federated Malay States Railways, but now its primary The flagpole which holds the flag is the one function is that of the administrative head of the tallest in the world, towering around office of the Keretapi Tanah Melayu. Built 100 meters. Merdeka Square is the site where using convict labour, there is a hotel (the Malaya declared its independence. Merdeka Heritage Station Hotel) on the first floor and Square was officially named Dataran Merdeka inside is a restaurant plus several souvenir on 1st January in conjunction with the Visit stalls. The building is a favourite sightseeing Malaysia Year 1990. attraction in the city due to its gorgeous façade – the open-plan Renaissance-like building’s Address: Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur spacious verandas with arched colonnades make for beautiful photo opportunities. Address: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, Kampung Attap, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Visiting Hours: NIL GPS Coordinates: 3.139882, 101.693768 26

Historical SitesOld Market Square SIGHTSEEINGThe city’s first brick buildings were built herein the Old Market Square (Medan Pasar Lama)during the 1880s. Bordered by Lebuh PasarBesar and Medan Pasar, the square now hostsa busy bus stop and a clock tower. The clocktower was built in 1937 to commemorate thecoronation of England’s King George VI. Amarket selling wet produce once occupied thissquare, but in 1936 it was relocated about 1kilometer south to Central Market.Overlooking the square are several beautifultriple-storey Chinese shophouses built inthe early 20th century, with neo-classicalfeatures such as columns and gables. Theseshophouses are usually used by familiesboth as a home (upstairs) and to conductbusiness (downstairs). The shophousesare connected by continuous pedestrianverandahs to enhance connectivity.Address: Medan Pasar, City Centre, 50050Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaVisiting Hours: The square is always openGPS Coordinates: 3.1476606, 101.6961079 27

Architecture of Kuala LumpurSIGHTSEEING A rchitecture Tudor & Victorian of Kuala Lumpur There are many buildings built by the British at the The architecture of Kuala Lumpur is a blend turn of the 20th century of old colonial influences, Asian traditions, that exhibit Victorian Malay Islamic inspirations, modern and post- and Tudor influence modern mix. Being a relatively young city, in their designs. The most of Kuala Lumpur's colonial buildings buildings are modified were built toward the end of 19th and early to be suitable to the tropical environment of 20th century. These buildings have Mughal, Malaysia, which is hot and humid with many Tudor, Neo-Gothic or Grecian-Spanish style days of monsoon rain. or architecture. Most of the styling has been modified to cater to use local resources and Tudor styled architecture is the feature of two the acclimatized to the local climate, which is sporting clubs situated in Dataran Merdeka, hot and humid all year around. the Royal Selangor Club and the Selangor Chinese Club. The buildings were built in 1910 and 1929 respectively. The architectural style, which features large exposed wooden beams in half-timbered walls, was the typical model for some of the earliest social club buildings in the country. Independence coupled with the rapid Neo-Gothic architecture exists in religious economic growth from the 70's to the 90's, building built by the colonial powers such saw buildings with more local and Islamic as the St. Mary's Cathedral, St Andrew’s motifs arise in the central districts of the city. Presbyterian Church, Church of the Holy Many of these buildings derive their design Rosary and St. John's Church which is from traditional Malay items, such as the head converted into Bukit Nanas Community dress and the keris. Some of these buildings Center. However, some residences such as have Islamic geometric motifs integrated with Carcosa Seri Negara, which was built in 1897 the designs of the building, such as square for Frank Swettenham also feature this style patterns or a dome. of architecture. Late Modernist and Post-Modernist style Victorian architecture was also a popular architecture began to appear in the late 1990s choice for the colonial powers to build and early 2000s. Buildings with all-glass schools, such as Victoria Institution, exteriors sprang up around the city, with the Methodist Boys’ School and Convent Bukit most prominent example being the Petronas Nanas. Other examples of building in this style Twin Towers. As an emerging global city in a of architecture include the Central Market, newly industrialized economy, the city skyline National Art Gallery, Malaysia Tourism Center, is expected to experience further changes in Industrial Court Building, The Mansem, PAM decades to come. Center (housing the Malaysian Institute of Architects) and Coliseum Theater. Neo Moorish (Mughal) Grecian-Spanish Buildings with Neo- Moorish or Mughal Prior to the Second World style of architecture were built at the turn War, many shophouses, of the 20th century by the colonial power, usually two-storey with Great Britain. While most of the buildings with such architecture are in Dataran functional shops on Merdeka, there are some in Chinatown such as the Jamek Mosque and in Jalan Sultan the ground floor and Hishamuddin, such as the KTM railway station and the KTM Administration Office. Famous separate residential buildings in the neo-Moorish style include Sultan Abdul Samad Building, the Court of spaces upstairs, were built around the old Appeals and the old Kuala Lumpur High Court. Other buildings with Moorish architecture city center. Some of these shop-houses have are Bandaraya Theatre, InfoKraft (Textile Museum), Kuala Lumpur Memorial Library and made way for new developments but there National History Museum. are still many standing today around Medan Pasar (Old Market Square), Chinatown, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Jalan Doraisamy, Bukit Bintang and Tengkat Tong Shin areas. St. John’s Institution in Bukit Nanas is famous of its imposing white and red brick building with emphasis on Grecian-Spanish style of architecture. The Telecom Museum, which was built in 1928 also sports the influence. 28

Architecture of Kuala Lumpur / Modern BuildingsMalay MBuildoidnergns SIGHTSEEING Kuala Lumpur today The Kuala Lumpur skyline is truly a unique has many iconic one. With old buildings designed in various modern buildings which architectural styles courtesy of architects drew inspiration from like A.C Norman and A.B Hubback, and every day traditional modern marvels conceived by the minds of Malay items. The the architects of today. While the traditionalbuildings were constructed in the 1980s and architectural styles that are drowned in1990s. An example of this style of architecture history attract our attention, we still can’tis the Lembaga Tabung Haji building which help but notice and admire the modernis derived from the form of a Malay drum, skyscrapers and buildings that are poppingTelekom Tower which resembles a slanted cut around as the city continues to progress andof a bamboo trunk and Maybank Tower, whose develop to become one of the most moderndesign was inspired by the sheath of the keris, metropolitans in Southeast Asia.the traditional Malay dagger. The buildingswere designed by the same architect, Hijjas Tall skyscrapers and buildings constructedKasturi. Istana Budaya is another example of using the latest technology and style arethis type of architecture, in which the building scattered throughout the city- creatingis designed based on a Minangkabau head mesmerizing sights both day and night.dress. The National Library which is situatedbeside Istana Budaya is also inspired by the KL TowerMalay Head Dress. At a height of 421Islamic meters, the KL Tower is the 5th tallest With Islam being the official telecommunications religion of Malaysia since tower in the world. This independence, there are marvel was constructed many Islamic architecture using around 45,000 cubic featured buildings that meters of extra strong resides in Kuala Lumpur. concrete weighing in at anBuildings like the Dayabumi Complex, and impressive 100,000 tons.Islamic Center have Islamic geometric Constructed as a state ofmotifs on their structure, signifying Islamic the art telecommunications tower it doesn’trestriction on drawing nature. Some buildings just provide better telecommunications andsuch as the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia broadcast transmissions. It also providesand National Planetarium have been built visitors with a spectacular 360 degree viewto masquerade itself as a place of worship, of Kuala Lumpur and the Klang Valley! Andcomplete with dome and minaret, when in at night, dine among the stars at the Serifact is a place of science and knowledge. Amgkasa Revolving Restaurant, located atNaturally, Islamic motifs are evident in Level 2 near the very top of the tower.religious structure such as Masjid Wilayahand Masjid Negara. Religious places will have Address: Jalan P. Ramlee, 50250 Kualamore Arabic calligraphy drawn on the columns Lumpurand other places on the structure. Tel: +603-2020 5444 Website: www.menarakl.com.myLate Modernism & Post-Modern Kuala Lumpur’s central business district today has shifted around the Kuala Lumpur City Center (KLCC) where many new and tallbuildings with Late Modernism and Postmodernarchitecture fill the skyline. The 452-meterPetronas Twin Towers, designed by César Pelli,when seen from above, resembles the Islamicgeometric motifs. While looking from streetlevel, the all-glass shell of the building gives apost-modern take on the more traditional motif.The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, next doorto the towers follows the same theme. Theconvention center will have the shape of an eagleif viewed from above, while the all-glass shell ofthe building gives a more post-modern look. 29

SIGHTSEEING Modern Buildings / Places of Worship Dayabumi Complex The Dayabumi Complex is a major landmark in Kuala Lumpur. It houses several commercial facilities and is one of the first skyscrapers in the city. It is located near the National Mosque. It was designed in a modern Islamic style with the façade of the tower adorned with patterns of eight-pointed stars and Islamic arches at the top and bottom of the tower that is usually seen in mosques. Islam, the 88-storey towers are connected at levels 41 and 42 by a bouble-decker pedestrian skybridge, and each tower is surmounted by a 74-meter high pinnacle with a steel spire atop. Address: Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur Tel: +603-2331 8080 Website: www.petronastwintowers.com.my Construction began on 14 February 1982 and Height completed in February 1984. Central Market 1483 ft which is near the Klang River and close to the (452 m) construction site avoided being demolished during the complex’s construction. Address: Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, 50050 Kuala Lumpur Petronas Twin Towers Using modern materials such as stainless steel cladding and glass which makes their spires glisten on the horizon, this world architectural wonder embodies the spirit of the city’s residence that always strive for greatness. Built with a design based on geometric patterns originating in ancient 30

Jamek Mosque Modern Buildings / Places of Worship 15,000 worshippers at a time, it is surrounded by beautiful gardens and the whole vicinity takes up about 13 acres (53,000 m2) of land – making it one of the biggest mosques in Malaysia. The original structure is the worksBeing one of the oldest mosques in Malaysia, SIGHTSEEINGJamek Mosque is one of the most well-preserved heritages of Kuala Lumpur inwhich it reflects the importance of Islamback in the days in Kuala Lumpur. It islocated at the confluence of the Klang andGombak River and was designed by ArthurBenison Hubback, a British architect whowas responsible in designing the colonialbuildings around the city.The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Alaeddin of a team of three architects from the PublicSulaiman Shah officially opened the mosque Works Department; Howard Ashley from thein 1909, two years after construction was UK and Malaysians, Hisham Al-Bakri andcompleted. Before the national mosque, Baharuddin Kassim. Built in 1965, the mosqueMasjid Negara, was opened in 1965, Masjid is a bold and modern approach in reinforcedJamek served as Kuala Lumpur's main concrete, symbolic of the aspirations of a thenmosque. The mosque has a Moorish, Indo- newly independent Malaysia.Saracenic or Mughal architecture. Its key features are a 73-metre-high minaretAddress: Jalan Tun Perak, 50050 Kuala and a 16-pointed star concrete main roof.Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The umbrella, synonymous with the tropics,Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 4pm. is featured conspicuously – the main roof isGPS Coordinates: 3.1489471, 101.6958932 reminiscent of an open umbrella, the minaret'sGetting There: Take the LRT and alight Masjid cap a folded one. The folded plates of theJamek station. 5-minute walk from the concrete main roof are a creative solutionstation, across Jalan Tun Perak. to achieving the larger spans required in the main gathering hall. Reflecting pools andNational Mosque fountains spread throughout the compound, creating a soothing and tranquil area perfectLocated in Kuala Lumpur, the National for meditating and prayers.Mosque is a symbol of the strength of Islamin Malaysia. Able to accommodate up to Address: Jalan Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2693 7784 Website: www.masjidnegara.gov.my Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 6pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.1420938, 101.6917739 Getting There: Best is to get a taxi from KL Sentral – book one from the taxi kiosks. 31

Places of Worship As-Syakirin Mosque Federal Territory Mosque Masjid Asy-Syakirin shares the same location as two hugely-popular tourist attractions, The construction of Masjid Wilayah started Suria KLCC and Petronas Twin Towers, at the in 1996 and was completed in the year 2000 heart of Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC). – just in time for the country’s National Day Nicknamed ‘Jewel in the Park’, the mosque at the turn of a new millennium. The mosque faces the soothing lushness of KLCC Park. was the brainchild of Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamed during his tenure as Malaysia’s Originally built in 1998 to cater for a fourth Prime Minister. congregation of 6,000 worshippers, the mosque was renovated in 2009 to accommodate for anSIGHTSEEING additional 5,000, increasing its total capacity to 11,000 worshippers. Its strikingly-modern, futuristic architecture was built by highly- skilled craftsmen from Uzbekistan out of marble and granite with a combination of West Asia and East Asia design elements. This mosque is unique in the sense that it doesn’t feature a minaret as part of its structure. Located just a stone’s throw from the city Besides being a prime venue for several centre near the MATRADE building and Jalan high-profile religious events, Masjid Asy- Duta’s government complex, the mosque was Syakirin has received a number of esteemed officiated on 18 February 2005 by the Yang Di- guests in the past such as the Duke and Pertuan Agong (King of Malaysia) at that time, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William and Tuanku Syed Sirajudin Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Kate Middleton, as well as the Chief Imam of Syed Putra Jamalulail. The mosque is heavily Masjid Al-Haram in Mecca, Dr. Abdul Rahman influenced by the Sultan Ahmed Mosque Al-Sudais, and the Chief Imam of Masjid An- in Turkey, with a combination of traditional Nabawi in Medina, Fadilatul As-Syeikh Solah Malay and Middle East design elements. Its Bin Muhammad Al-Budair. centrepiece on top of the main prayer hall is made up of not just one, but several domes Address: Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, comprising a main dome on top, half domes WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. underneath it and a number of smaller domes Phone No.: +603-2333 2888 around it. A total of 22 domes adorn the Website: www.klccconventioncentre.com mosque’s rooftop. Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 6pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.15732, 101.7161701 More than just a mosque, Masjid Wilayah is Getting There: Take the LRT to KLCC station also a community, research and educational and the mosque is located just outside of complex, equipped with a host of facilities such Suria KLCC’s Ramlee Mall – 2-minute walk. as a meeting room, a seminar room, a library, a multi-purpose hall and accommodation. Address: Jalan Duta, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-6201 8791 Website: www.masjidwilayah.gov.my Visiting Hours: Sat – Thurs, 9am – 6pm. GPS Coordinates: 3.17206, 101.6705413 Getting There: Take RapidKL bus (B115 / U83 / U618) or take a taxi. It is near Publika Solaris Dutamas. 32

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Places of WorshipFor most expatriates who Address: 5, Jalan Bukit Nanas, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.reside in Kuala Lumpur Phone No.: +603-2026 2813 Visiting Hours: Daily, 9am-6pmwould consider the St. GPS Coordinates: 3.15045, 101.6992102 Getting There: The best way to reach theAndrew’s Presbyterian cathedral is by taking a taxi.Church as their home Thean Hou Templeaway from home. This is The Thean Hou Temple was built by the Hainanesebecause the church has a congregation that in order to commemorate the Goddess of Theanis very diverse and close to each other. It is a Hou. It is one of the largest Chinese temples in Southeast Asia and was officially opened onbeautiful building by Jalan Raja Chulan that is 3rd September 1989. You can get to the temple if you’re on the way to Mid Valley Megamall viapretty eye-catching as it stands out from the Jalan Syed Putra.other buildings around it. It is designed in a Built on a 1.67-acre piece of land, the temple has four levels and it is famous for its ornatemock-Tudor style. Black and white bungalows decorations and architectural design. From SIGHTSEEING the main temple, you can enjoy a breathtakingare white-painted bungalows, in a style once view of Kuala Lumpur. It serves as a house of worship and a functional space for events suchcommonly used to house European colonial as weddings.and expatriate families in tropical climate It is a popular tourist attraction especially during Chinese festivals and the various birthdays ofcolonies, typically the Southeast Asian temple gods.colonies of the British Empire in the 19th Address: 65, Persiaran Endah, Taman Persiaran Desa, 50460, Kuala Lumpur, WPcentury. The style incorporated elements of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Phone No.: +603-2274 7088UK's Arts and Crafts and Art Deco movements GPS Coordinates: 3.12181, 101.68772 Getting There: The nearest bus station to theas well as the need of wealthy expatriate temple is MCOBA, Jalan Syed Putra station. Walk along Persiaran Endah for about 10families for airy and spacious family homes. minutes.Hence, the church’s design was heavily Guan Yin Templeinspired with this style that was very popular Across Jalan Stadium from the Chan She Shu Yuenback in the days. Another historical building Association is the vibrant Guan Yin Temple. Here,designed with mock-Tudor style is the you’ll be greeted with a pair of stone lions guarding the steps leading towards the temple.Selangor Royal Club. This quaint but glorious looking Hokkien temple is a century-old Chinese temple, making it oneAddress: 29/31, Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200 of the earliest ones in Kuala Lumpur.Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.Phone No.: +603-2031 1223 / 2072 5687 The temple is named after Guan Yin, the GoddessGPS Coordinates: 3.14907, 101.7023501 of Mercy which is one of the most popular deitiesGetting There: Take the bus to St Andrew’s worshipped by local Buddhists. Inside, there is aChurch bus station from Pasar Seni. statue of Guan Yin which depicts in a thousand- armed and thousand-eyed manifestation,St. John’s Cathedral representing her omniscience. Guan Yin is only one of the few Hokkien temples around sporting St. John’s Cathedral is one the typical but beautiful curved roof- an iconic of the famous and oldest design for such temples. churches in Kuala Lumpur. In 1883, the first church Address: Jalan Tun H S Lee, 50000 Kuala was erected on this site Lumpur and it was dedicated to Tel: +603-2072 6669 St. John the Evangelist. Itstarted out as just a humble long wooden hall withseveral windows, nestled calmly in a forested areaof Bukit Nanas. The current building was built in1962 and it was elevated to the status of cathedral.Some of the unique and mesmerizing features ofthe church are the whitewashed exterior, doublespires on the west front and beautiful stainedglass windows imported from Paris that depictsiconic scenes of the Gospel.Situated at the heart of Kuala Lumpur, thecathedral is popular among locals and tourists.The church is located next to St. John’sInstitution which is popular for its Grecian-Spanish architecture. The schools’ name isobviously inspired by the cathedral and it wasestablished by the Lasallian Brothers.The cathedral is also strategically located asit is nearby Convent Bukit Nanas, Bukit NanasForest Reserve as well as the KL Tower. 33

Places of Worship / Memorials & Museums Sin Sze Si Ya Temple immigrants and is now Yap Ah Loy, the an important cultural Chinese community leader or Kapitan and national heritage. Cina, who was responsible for the Adapting the South early developments of Kuala Lumpur Indian or Dravidian built this temple in 1864. It is one of the city’s most important architecture, the Taoist temples and it was built in the honor of Yap Ah Loi’s comrades, namely Sin Sze Ya and temple has an ornate Si Sze Ya. They became venerated as deities after their deaths. You can see their altars and lavish gateway known as the gopuram. It occupying the main hall. is 5-tiered, making it the tallest structure of After Yap’s death in 1885, Yap was also deified and the altar dedicated to him was constructed the temple. to the left side of the main hall with a sculptureSIGHTSEEING of Yap sitting nearby that is still present until Address: Jalan Tun H S Lee, 50000 Kuala today. The temple was built based on very Lumpur strict Feng Shui principles and as a result, the Tel: +603-2078 3467 temple seems oddly placed with its entrance facing a corner. Sri Veera Hanuman Temple Address: 14A, Lebuh Pudu, 50050 Kuala Located among other popular attractions such Lumpur as Sri Kandaswamy Kovil and Wei Ling Gallery, Tel: +603-2072 9593 Sree Veera Hanuman Temple is a humble temple which honours a rather uncommon Buddhist Maha deity which is Hanuman-the Monkey God. Vihara Lord Hanuman was depicted in the Indian epic Ramayana where Hanuman is revered for his The Sinhalese courage and devotion. In the temple, you can community founded find five statues of the deity. the Buddhist Maha Vihara in 1894. It Worshippers come with offering of butter is based in Kuala which is applied to the mouth and tail, along Lumpur and the with garlands of vadai (a savoury fried fritter). establishment is to provide a place of worship Saturdays are especially busy here, so it might for the Sri Lankan community who practices the be a good time to visit the temple as it gets Theravada traditions. Most Sinhalese were either lively with activities and poojas. traders or artisans and skilled workers brought in from Ceylon by the British Administration to Address: Jalan Scott, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala develop the colonial Malayan Civil Service. The Lumpur Buddhist Maha Vihara was commonly known as Tel: +603-2274 0639 the Brickfields Buddhist Temple for many years. Sri Ganesar Temple The auspicious site holds various religious ceremonies as well and caters to the spiritual Located in the needs of the community. It is adorned in middle of the busy traditional and beautiful designs, making it a and bustling area of pleasing sight for visitors. Pudu Lama, the Sri Ganesar temple is Address: 123, Jalan Berhala Brickfields, 50470 a remarkable sight. Kuala Lumpur With simple but Tel: +603-2274 1141 symbolic exterior, the temple’s main deity is Lord Ganesha- Sri Mahamariamman Temple the elephant headed God who is worshipped as a “remover of obstacles”. This temple is Founded in 1873, the Sri Mahamariamman regarded as the third most important Hindu Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala temple in Kuala Lumpur. It was constructed in Lumpur. In 1968, a new structure was built, 1897, with humble beginnings as just a simple featuring the ornate “Raja Gopuram” tower in shrine in a British colonial official’s garden. the style of South Indian temples. A sacred Bael tree stands within the temple’s vicinity, giving it a pleasant natural shade for the temple. Worshippers will usually stroke the tree’s bark first upon entering the temple before proceeding with their prayers to get blessings. Inside, you will see a statue of the Lord Ganesha laden in extravagant flower wreaths. From its inception, the temple provided an Address: Jalan Pudu Lama, 50050 Kuala important place of worship for early Indian Lumpur Tel: +603- 2078 9825 34



Memorials & Museums National Museum the Islamic Architectural Gallery which showcases replicas of famous buildings such as the Taj Mahal in India, Masjid Al-Haram in Mecca as well as the Amir Timur Mausoleum in Uzbekistan.SIGHTSEEING Perhaps Malaysia’s most treasured museum Address: Jalan Lembah Perdana, Tasik is located near Lake Gardens and houses Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur some of the nation’s most important historic Tel: +603-2092 7070 heritage. The architecture of the National Website: www.iamm.org.my Museum comprises 26 concrete pillars (13 pillars to the east and the west of the Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and building, representing the states in Malaysia), Art Gallery positioned to reflect the features of a traditional Malay palace. Visitors can take a The museum has various galleries displaying walk down memory lane as they make their art collections and the history of currency way through the museum’s four main galleries: and economy. The 6 galleries are Art Gallery, Gallery A (Culture Exhibitions), Gallery B Numismatics Gallery, Islamic Finance Gallery, (Faces of Malaysia), Gallery C (Nature) and Bank Negara Malaysia Gallery, Economics Gallery D (subcategorized to Weapons, Music Gallery and Children’s Gallery. It has a café and Ceramic). The galleries will take you back and gift shop for visitors to get refreshments through the nation’s development over the and souvenirs. past few decades, as visitors get the chance Address: Sasana Kijang 2, Jalan Dato Onn, to relive Malaysian history. Special thematic 50480 Kuala Lumpur exhibitions are also held from time to time. Tel: +603-9179 2784 Website: www.museumbnm.gov.my Jalan Damansara GPS 3° 8.27’N 101° 41.239’ E National Monument (Tugu Negara) Take the Putra LRT, the KTM Komuter train or the Monorail to KL Sentral Station. From there, take a taxi the short distance to the museum. Tel: +603-2282 6255 Fax: +603-2282 6434 Operating Hours: 09:00 to 18:00 daily Entrance Fee: RM 2.00 (adults); Free (children below 12 years old) Website: www.museum.gov.my / www.jmm. gov.my Islamic Arts Museum The museum provides an insight into the Situated near to the House of Parliament, beauty of Islamic arts and the great civilization this bronze war memorial is dedicated to that inspired it. The various themed galleries those who died during the 12-year Malayan exhibit priceless treasures. Highlights include Emergency which was proclaimed after a communist insurrection in 1948. Built in 1966, Tugu Negara depicts seven men from the Malaysian Security Force symbolizing the seven qualities; leadership, unity, strength, vigilance, suffering, courage and sacrifice. Address: Jalan Parlimen, 50480 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 012-235 6023 36

Memorials, Museums & Gallery / Parks & GardensTunku Abdul Rahman KLCC ParkPutra MemorialThe Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Memorial KLCC Park is a public park located in the SIGHTSEEINGis dedicated to the memory of Malaysia’s vicinity of Suria KLCC. The park has beenfirst Prime Minister, who is also known as designed to provide greenery to the PetronasMalaysia’s “Father of Independence.” The Twin Towers and the areas surrounding it. Thememorial showcases the many aspects park was designed by Robert Burle Marx. It isof Malaysia’s first Prime Minister. It offers said that this was the last work undertakenvisitors a deeper insight into the life of a by the Brazilian architect. When the park wasrespected world leader and his legacy that designed, the aim was to “leave the world acontinues to inspire the present. It also serves little more sensitive and a little more educatedas a permanent custodian for all archival, on the importance of nature.”museum and library materials of the Tunku ashe was fondly called by Malaysians. Address: Suria KLCC, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala LumpurAddress: Jalan Dato Onn, 50480 KualaLumpur Lembah Kiara Park+Tel: 603-2694 7277Tun Abdul Razak MemorialThis memorial is a testament to the great Lembah Kiara Park is a popular place forcontribution and achievements of Tun Abdul outdoor activities such as mountain biking,Razak, the second Prime Minister of Malaysia. hiking and jogging. It has a pleasant lake withThe memorial is divided into 2 sections; the a stream leading to the play park. There is alsoSri Taman Building, exhibiting more than a paved road that leads up and around the hill,600 materials belonging to Tun Abdul Razak suitable for joggers and hikers that need a littleincluding gifts and souvenirs, biography, resistance in their routine. There are decentpictures and documents, while the second trails around the hill for mountain bikers too,section host more than 1500 items regarding making this park very suitable and welcomingTun Abdul Razak’s achievements while for outdoor sports and recreational activities.serving as Minister and second Prime Minister It is well-maintained and very popular amongof Malaysia. local residents.Address: Jalan Cenderawasih, Perdana Address: Jalan Abang Haji Openg, Bukit Kiara,Botanical Gardens, 50480 Kuala Lumpur 60000 Kuala LumpurTel: +603-2693 7141 ASEAN Sculpture Garden Visitors to these uniquely landscaped gardens can view the large collection of prize-winning 37

Parks & Gardens Firefly Park sculptures-crafted in wood , iron, marble and bamboo. The exhibits are skillfully crafted end products of the ASEAN region’s best artists. Address: Persiaran Sultan Salahhudin, Taman Tasik Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur Perdana Botanical GardenSIGHTSEEING Perdana Botanical Garden or Lake Gardens This is the only place in the country to see is one of the most popular parks in Kuala fireflies. The firefly colonies over at Kampung Lumpur. Strategically located in the middle Kuantan and Kampung Bukit Belimbing of KL’s ‘concrete rainforest’ and built around in Kuala Selangor, north of Kuala Lumpur 2 lakes, the tropical garden stretch over 200 are among the largest in the world. For an acres, including botanical gardens, mahestic enthralling display of the bright, little glittery trees, flowering shrubs and even a creative fireflies, visitors can join a tour where the theme park. The bronzed National Monument locals will bring them to see the spectacular (Tugu Negara) stands majestically amongst display of fireflies, which live in Berembang the green surroundings of the Orchid Garden, trees that grow along Kuala Selangor’s Hibiscus Garden, Butterfly Park, and Bird riverbanks. Park. There’s also a childrens playground, jogging track and exercise stations. Or if you Address: Firefly Park Resort (Kuala Selangor) wish, why not just walk along the many trails Sdn Bhd, Jalan Haji Omar, Kampung Bukit provided while enjoying the refreshing and Belimbing, 45000 Kuala Lumpur peaceful surroundings. Tel: +603-3260 1208 Batu Caves Address: Jalan Kebun Bunga, Tasik Perdana, 55100 Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur Bird Park Escape to a tropical paradise in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and explore the world’s largest free-flight aviary-home to some of the world’s most beautiful birds. Covering over 20 acres, the KL Bird Park is home to more than 3,000 birds with over 200 different species. Visitors can walk through the park or join in the daily bird shows and feeding program, and feed ostriches, eagles and hornbills. Address: 920, Jalan Cenderawasih, Perdana Botanical Gardens, 50480 Kuala Lumpur 38

Parks & Gardens / Natural WondersBatu Caves is a limestone hill as well as well maintained, making for a relatively easyan iconic and popular tourist attraction in hike to the beautiful falls atop the hill.Selangor. A limestone outcrop located justnorth of Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves has threemain caves featuring temples and Hindushrines. Upon entering the area, you can seea tall gold statue of the Lord Murugan and asteep flight of stairs (272 steps, to be exact)going up the main cave’s opening.The limestone forming Batu Caves is said to The trails are easy to follow with guide ropes to SIGHTSEEINGbe around 400 million years old. Some of the ease the climb. There are several levels goingcave entrances were used as shelters by the up the hill. The first level is merely for warmingindigenous Temuan people. Rising almost up. At this level, you’ll come across a bridge100m above the ground, the Batu Caves that will lead you to a trail that requires a bit ofcomplex consists of three main caves and a climbing. After the climb, you’ll come across afew smaller ones. The biggest, referred to as resting station where you can stop for a drinkCathedral Cave or Temple Cave, has a very at the water station. Then, put your game facehigh ceiling and features ornate Hindu shrines. on because the hike continues all the way to level 6, a clear area with a large canopy complete with water stations, tables, chairs, tea pots and even a chin up bar. The waterfall is half an hour away from this station. The waterfall is amazing with picnic spots here and there. After the hike, enjoying the serenity of nature truly is an amzing reward.There are various undeveloped caves which It is perfect for a quick getaway from thecontain a diverse range of cave fauna, bustling city due to its close proximity toincluding some unique species such as Kuala Lumpur. The journey to the waterfallsLiphistiidae spiders and Eonycteris and may be tiring but, that’s just half of the fun!fruit bats. The site is also well known for itsnumerous macaques, which visitors feed- Address: Jalan Saga 28, Taman Saga, 68000sometimes involuntarily. These monkeys may Ampang, Selangoralso pose a biting hazard to tourists as theycan be quite territorial. Desa Park City Central ParkBelow the Temple Cave is the Dark Cave; withrock formations and a number of animalsfound nowhere else. It is a two-kilometernetwork of relatively untouched caverns.Stalactites jutting from the cave’s ceilingand stalagmites rising from the floor formintricate formations such as cave curtains,flow stones, cave pearls and scallops whichtook thousands of years to form.Address: Gombak, exit Jalan Lingkaran The Central Park allows you to do bothTengah 2, Kawasan Industri Batu Caves, – slow down or speed up. Chill out on its68100 Batu Caves, Selangor manicured lawns and have a family picnic; a brief respite from the work week rush. OrBukit Apeh Waterfalls get your heart racing by hitting its jogging paths with sprightly vigor. With the idyllicBukit Apeh Falls is one of the most favorite Central Lake at its core, The Central Parkdestinations among local nature enthusiasts. truly represents an ideal getaway from theThe trail to the falls can be accessed through tribulations of the city life.an entry made in Taman Saga, Ampang. A localgroup of enthusiasts have created a maze oftrails in the hilly region of Bukit Apeh that are 39

Parks & Gardens Tree-lined paths surround The Central Park, To go there, take Exit MRR2 at Taman beckoning residents and visitors alike to Melawati. Next roundabout, exit at 9-o’clock. take a leisurely walk and enjoy the great Next roundabout, exit at 12-o’clock. As you outdoors with its captivating vistas. It also features a picturesque lake, a children’s playground complete with child-proof play equipments, park benches, rest areas and a man-made stream to complete the whole relaxing experience.SIGHTSEEING Along The Central Park are 9-foot-wide jogging paths surrounding the lake and inter- connecting with all nearby Desa ParkCity neighborhoods. It is a haven for joggers, strollers, kids and adults alike. It is also famous for night-joggers as the area is well-lit at night with patrols, keeping the area safe for joggers. It is perfect for dog-walking anytime of the day as well. Address: Desa Parkcity, 52200 Kuala Lumpur, reach a T-junction, turn right. Follow the road Malaysia. along the hill till you reach the Puncak Niaga Website: www.desaparkcity.com/township/ facilities. The trail starts just after a small the-central-park concrete wall near the facility’s gate. Visiting Hours: Daily, 7am – 12pm GPS Coordinates: 3.1863523, 101.6293558 Address: Taman Wangsa Melawati, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tabur Hill Phone No.: +603-5544 7000 Website: www.forestry.gov.my/selangor Tabur Hill (Bukit Tabur) is a limestone and Visiting Hours: Go up in daylight quartz ridge located at Taman Melawati in GPS Coordinates: 3.2255525, 101.7395381 Kuala Lumpur. Hikers are advised to take extra precautions as going up Bukit Tabur is pretty challenging, so plan your hike well and do not hike alone. Even though the hike would put you out of breath, the spectacular view from the top where you can see the Klang Gates Dam and the lush tropical greenery will make you forget the struggle of the hike. Permit is required to go on the trail and it can be obtained at Selangor Forestry Department for RM5/person. 40

吉隆坡一日游5吉隆坡大最佳迎 ABOUT KL 接新年的地方迎接新的一年，是吉隆坡市年度最喜庆的 中央为面积达节日之一。同时 ，贵为马来西亚繁华首都 一万平方公尺的吉隆坡，也被誉为东南亚最佳举办振奋 的人造池及水人心的新年除夕派对的城市之一。 池上方设有43 公尺长的高架每年年尾，人们可观看色彩缤纷的烟火 桥，跨越水池秀、参与各大规模的聚会、以及人头汹涌 两岸还种植不的街道，当中挤满数千人潮，其中包括本 少绿色植物，以及水舞喷泉和行人路。除地人、外国游客等一同倒数计时参与此项 了华丽的烟火表演及池边欣赏水舞秀，这庆典。 座桥也是公园内欣赏国油双峰塔的最佳观 赏点。附近还有酒吧，酒馆和餐馆营业直从高尚时髦的顶楼酒吧再加动人的现场演 到午夜时分。出及双峰塔为背景，以下特选5个吉隆坡最佳迎接新一年到来的地方，向爱玩客们保 2.科富购物中心证，这愉快的氛围，完美的娱乐及令人惊 (The Curve叹的烟花表演之下，迎接新的一年到来！ Shopping Mall）1.吉隆坡城中城公园 每年的12月31日，（KLCC Park） 坐落于八打灵再 也的科富（The城中城公园，靠近阳光广场购物中心 Curve）购物中心穿（Suria KLCC shopping centre），是近 梭于多个大街小巷年来属于一家大小都喜爱前往休闲的地 甚至宽敞的户外街方。然而，这里可变身成为一个巨大除夕 道，多个免费街头音乐会场，一场由来自当地及国际的现场 派对及烟花汇演。音乐表演再来就是一场壮丽烟花表演为谢幕。50英亩的公园有音乐喷泉表演，公园 41

SIGHTSEEING 吉隆坡一日游 阿都沙末大厦前的标志性建筑，包括修剪 完美的一个巨大绿色草坪，其95米高的马 通常晚上7时正开始，当地就已经挤满了 来西亚国旗旗杆就屹立中心。在除夕夜， 人潮，当地还聘有乐队及舞者现场表演， 独立广场举办一系列精心设计的传统舞 此外，周边的时髦小酒馆、咖啡馆、酒吧 蹈，唱歌表演，管乐队表演，以及华丽壮 及沿街坐落于附近的餐厅，都一致以不同 观的烟花汇演。游客甚至可毫无忌惮的在 宣传手法及美酒佳肴呈现方式，以迎接新 草地上放松躺下，但有更多的却喜欢站在 一年的到来。要到科富购物中心，可免费 享受其喜庆的气氛及寻找更好的视野。独 乘撘免费巴士，从皇家武吉免登酒店，一 立广场距离吉隆坡市中心有14分钟的车 天三次穿梭此区域。或者，你也可以使用 程，但我们建议采取单轨火车，不过或许 轻快铁在吉隆坡中环广场到格拉纳再也 因道路封闭而导致拥挤。下车之后，在拉 （Kelana Jaya）再乘撘另一辆免费的穿梭 惹楚蘭路（Raja Chulan）停下，再往苏丹 巴前往科富购物中心。 阿都沙末大厦步行五分钟即可。 3.顶楼酒吧 5.章卡武吉免登 (Rooftop bars） (Changkat Bukit Bintang） 吉隆坡夜晚最受欢迎的空中酒吧原因有很 章卡武吉免登是这座城市最为热闹的林荫 多，其优雅而悠闲的气氛笼罩，醉人的美 大道，在那里任何一条街道，都能随意找 味饮品及精彩的娱乐表演，这正是吉隆坡 到许多酒吧，酒馆，以及独特概念经营的 其壮观的优势。位于吉隆坡坐落于五星级 餐馆。在周末，这里白天这里是一条静谧 酒店高耸结构的顶楼上，这酒吧绝对适合 的小巷，晚上则变成夜归人疯狂的场所， 于人满为患的市中心。至于喜爱与爱人共 直到凌晨早上。在年尾的庆祝活动，这里 度浪漫夜晚的朋友，可以到星空酒吧品尝 会特别设计一个独树一格的主题，特别是 丰盛的法国、意大利、希腊及西班牙风味 除夕促销活动，以及配合混音DJ的振奋音 晚餐。一杯香槟，加上惊艳烟火表演围绕 乐、电子舞曲、流行音乐、和hip-hop音律 下，欣赏着吉隆坡市中心的美景。 等，为迎来新年而狂欢至深夜。给住在市 中心的朋友，以最简单的方式前往章卡武 吉免登就是使用单轨火车，在武吉免登下 车后，一路向北既可。 4.独立广场 (Merdeka Square） 与吉隆坡城中城公园 （KLCC Park）相 似，独立广场是市中心另一个给予令人铭 记于心的新年欢庆庆典场所。坐落于苏丹 42

天气与气候KL天气与气候 ABOUT KL马来西亚是一个漂亮且幸运的热带国家。 能毫无预兆（即：突然阴暗，乌云密布，那宜人的阳光与适量的阵雨或特定的大雨 大风）的冒出来。况且在此迹象出现时，都能够恰到好处。擦上防晒乳液、戴上好 你也有足够的时间往能够遮风挡雨的建筑看的太阳帽及遮阳镜踏上令人期待的旅 物去躲。另外，火车站巴士站同样也可以程，别忘了戴上小雨伞以防意想不到的气 避雨同样也有公交看台。最坏的情况就候变化。倘若你知道如何避开日晒雨淋的 是，可以前往购物商场或者走在行人道上吉隆坡然后在周围散步观光是非常有益的 或草坪上继续淋雨玩乐。事情。但对于大部分游客来说，吉隆坡的的阳光是很清爽的，他们甚至也不做防 马来西亚季风季节与天气摘要晒，因为他们乐于游走于中！反倒大部分当地人都不喜欢户外活动，这就是为什么 马来西亚只有两个季风季节，西南季风从大多数人会涌向有空调的商场和零售店 五月下旬到九月，和东北季风从十月到三里。但对于外国游客，特别是白种人，都 月。相比西南季风，东北季风的降雨量较非常享受日光浴，他们都把大部分的时间 多。多来自于中国与北太平洋。欣赏那宜人的气候与那晴朗的天空。 马来西亚接近赤道，在北纬1°-7°之间，一年四季的热带气候为之带来了不少的观 因近海，海洋气候特征明显，常年多雨，光与休闲活动。没错，马来西亚虽然没有 形成湿热的热带气候。四季，没有冬天或秋天，但却拥有阳光明媚及阴雨天气，探索吉隆坡这大都市不一 低地温度大致在21℃到32℃，而海拔较高样激动人心的变化。热带气候也为马来西 是温度介于15℃至25℃的凉爽得多。每年亚带来了生产优势，比如生产了美味的热 降水量从2000毫米至2,500mm变化不等。带水果，如红毛丹，芒果及拥有水果之王之美名的榴莲。 海滩度假可以享受在马来西亚常年为东部 和西部海岸在一年中的备用时间体验他们榴莲是马来西亚的特产，一个季节性的水 的降雨量最多的月份。果，在当地无论当地人或游客都非常抢手。榴莲成熟的季节，通常都在每年的年 马来西亚东部与西部海岸是常年都可到海中或中下就可在各个街道或路边小摊看 滩度假的地方，同时也不受雨季影响见。其攻鼻的气味与奶油般的果肉，甜中带有点微苦的独特味道，还真的托这热带 西马半岛（4月 - 10月）的雨季则会带来气候 的福了。 雷阵雨，但通常都是短暂。在这个不可预测的天气下走在街头，或许 43会有人大惊小怪。但是，只要自备雨伞那就能够解决你所担心的问题了，或者你也可以留意天气报告。此外，这雨也不太可

在吉隆坡的一天的跋涉 来自马来西亚的纪念品送给你的家人和朋 友，或者选择自己制作的纪念品！ A Day’s 参观@Merdeka广场 Trek in KLSIGHTSEEING 早餐@Kampung Bharu 甘榜巴鲁是品 尝当地美食的 最佳地点之 一！从北部， 东部海岸到马 来西亚南部， 尽情享用各种美食。食物非常丰富。您可 以品尝一下当地美食：Nasi Lemak，Nasi Dagang，Roti Canai，一杯Teh Tarik结束 您的美食。 独立广场（独立广场或 Dataran 独立广 场）坐落在市中心。从吉隆坡城市美术馆 扔石头扔石头。它靠近 Masjid Jamek，中 央市场和中国城（茨厂街）。这是吉隆坡 历史的核心。在这里您可以找到苏丹阿卜 杜勒萨马德大厦，皇家雪兰莪俱乐部和国 家历史博物馆等建筑。 1957年8月31日， 一根100米高的旗杆标志着马来亚国旗悬挂 的地方，标志着该国从英国统治中独立。 午餐@中央市场 参观@Kuala Lumpur City Gallery 中央市场建于1888年，原本是一个潮湿的 市场。此后，马来西亚文化遗产协会将其 吉隆坡城市画廊是一个旅游信息中心，并 提供全方位的城市周围的导游散步。把 44

在吉隆坡的一天的跋涉 SIGHTSEEING 史可以追溯到1906年。一个孤立的森林岛 屿依偎在一片混凝土海中;小山丘依然耸立 着巨大的热带树木，高耸在闪亮的金属和 玻璃摩天大楼的阴影中。 参观@Petronas Twin Tower（KLCC）列为遗产遗址，现在它已成为马来西亚文化和遗产的标志性建筑。出售各种小饰物和纪念品的摊位按照反映马来西亚多种文化的地区进行安排。还有一个美食广场，在二楼供应所有的当地美食。参观@KL森林生态公园前身为Bukit Nanas森林保护区，这是一个惊人的热带雨林栖息地，在高峰时段交通繁忙，吉隆坡武吉南纳的森林生态公园是马来西亚最古老的森林保护区之一，其历 双子塔已成为吉隆坡的代名词。由世界着 名建筑师CésarPelli设计，受到伊斯兰文 化艺术主题的启发。自1998年建成以来， 塔楼已经成为不仅象征吉隆坡，而且象征 马来西亚的象征。 晚餐和购物@Bukit Bintang 武吉免登（Bukit Bintang）一段时间以 来一直是该市旅游的主要景点之一。不用 45

在吉隆坡的一天的跋涉SIGHTSEEING 说，这也是最好的地方，找到美味的食物 和购物！随着时下潮流的增加，许多本土 和国际品牌已经在这里适应了当地和国外 的购物兴趣。自七十年代以来，在吉隆坡 一直很流行购物，一些先锋商场至今仍在 拉动购物者。 Party @Changkat 酒酒吧和酒吧，为您解渴。各种当地表演 的现场表演也在一些夜总会举行。 晚餐@Jalan Alor 武吉免登（Changkat Bukit Bintang）是 这座城市中最有活力的林荫大道之一。作 为吉隆坡热闹而流畅的夜总会现场的聚会 Jalan Alor餐厅拥有户外用餐的概念，您 场所，昌卡充满了餐厅，夜总会设有鸡尾 可以在路边的餐桌上用餐，Jalan Alor则 不需要介绍那些热爱自己美食的人。如果 46 你渴望新鲜的海鲜，中国和泰国美食，这 是你应该在凌晨时分前往的地方。

介绍 SIGHTSEEING吉隆坡的建筑是结合了老旧殖民地的影 院，黄家纺织品博物馆，吉隆坡纪念图书响，亚洲的传统，马来伊斯兰教的灵感及 馆及国家历史博物馆。近代与传统的组合。作为发展中城市，多数的吉隆坡殖民地建筑物于19世纪末和20 都铎式和维多利亚式世纪初建造。这些建筑物拥有莫卧儿式、都铎式、哥德复兴式或希腊式的风格或建 20世纪初时，英国建造的许多建筑物设计筑。为了迎合全年炎热潮湿的气候和适应 展现了他们对维多利亚式和都铎式的影使用本地资源，多数的造型已经修改。 响。那些建筑物被修改成适合炎热、潮湿 和多季风雨天，热带环境的马来西亚。随着70年代至90年代的独立与快速的经济增长，在城市的中心区可以看见更多本地 独立广场里的两个体育俱乐部，皇家雪兰及伊斯兰图案的建筑物出现。许多建筑物 莪俱乐部及马中俱乐部的特点是都铎式风的设计是由传统的马来物品如头饰和马来 格建筑。它们分别建造在1910年及1929短剑衍生的。一些建筑物当中具有伊斯兰 年。在半墙上设有大型外露木梁的建筑几何图案的结合与方形或拱顶的建筑物 风格是国家一些早期俱乐部大厦的典型设计。 模型。晚期现代主义者和后期现代主义者的建筑 哥德复兴式建筑存在于殖民势力建造的宗风格于1990年代末和21世纪初开始出现。 教建筑物中，例如圣玛莉大教堂、圣安德全玻璃外墙的建筑物遍布于城市周围，而 鲁长老教会、玫瑰圣母教堂及圣若望主教当中最广为人知的是双峰塔。作为一个全 堂都转换成咖啡山公共礼堂。然而，一些球性新兴工业化经济的城市，城市天际线 住宅如建于1897年建造给弗兰克·瑞天咸预计在未来几十年有进一步的发展变化。 （Frank Swettenhem）的卡若萨斯艾里内 嘎艾（Carcosa Seri Negara）也是具有此新摩尔（莫卧儿） 47具有新摩尔或莫卧儿风格的建筑是由殖民势力的英国于20世纪建造的。当时多数拥有此风格的建筑建在独立广场，一些则在唐人街如占美清真寺（Jamek Mosque）和苏丹街（Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin）里，例如KTM火车站和KTM行政办公室。具有新摩尔风格的著名建筑物包括苏丹阿都沙末大厦，上诉法院及旧吉隆坡高等法院。其它具有摩尔人风格的建筑物是剧

介绍SIGHTSEEING 建筑风格。 附近的国家图书馆的设计灵感也是来自马 来头饰。 维多利亚式建筑也是殖民势力用来建造 学校的选择之一如维多利亚学院、卫理 伊斯兰式 公会男校及咖啡山姑娘堂学校。其它有 此建筑风格的例子包括中央市场、国家 由于马来西亚独立后的官方宗教是伊斯兰 美术馆、马来西亚旅游局、工业法院大 教，许多伊斯兰式建筑的大厦位于吉隆 楼、The Mansem、马来西亚建筑师协会及 坡。宏图大厦和伊斯兰中心的建筑结构上 体育馆剧院。 有伊斯兰几何图案，意味着伊斯兰对于自 然绘画的限制。一些建筑物如马来西亚伊 希腊式-西班牙式 世界第二大战之前，许多一楼是商店而楼 斯兰艺术博物馆和国家天文馆的建筑结构 上是独立空间的两层楼店屋建在旧市中心 上建了圆顶和尖塔，像极宗教场所，然而 四周。其中一些发展成新的店屋至今仍 它们是科学和知识的地方。伊斯兰图案在 然围绕着旧市场广场Medan Pasar (Old 宗教结构里自然是明显的如联邦直辖区清 Market Square)、唐人街（Chinatown） 真寺及国家清真寺。宗教场所在栏和其他 、东姑阿都拉曼街（Jalan Tuanku Abdul 部分的架构有绘制上较多的阿拉伯文书 Rahman）、Jalan Doraisamy、武吉免登 法。 （Bukit Bintang）和同善路（Tengkat Tong Shin）地区。位于咖啡山的圣约翰机 晚期现代主义和后期现代主义 构因着重于希腊式（西班牙式）的纯白色 和红砖大厦而闻名。于1982年建造的电信 今天的吉隆坡中央商务区已经转移到有很 博物馆也深受影响。 多新的高楼大厦与已故的现代主义和后现 代主义的体系结构填充的天际线的吉隆坡 马来风式 现今的吉隆坡有很多从马来 传统食物中 汲取灵感的标志性现代建筑物。那些建筑 物建于1980年和1990年。有关此风格的建 筑物例子是提取自马来鼓形式的朝圣基金 局 、类似倾斜切口竹树干的吉隆坡电讯塔 以及设计灵感来自马来匕首keris护套的马 来西亚银行大厦。这些设计都来自同一个 设计师，Hijjas Kasturi。这种类型的建 筑其它例子是国家剧院，其建筑的设计灵 感来自米南加保人的头饰。位于国家剧院 48