Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia. It is located in the central part of the country (mainland Malaysia) and the first place most tourists visit in Malaysia.
This Sightseeing in Kuala Lumpur thread is specifically to share information, locations and ideas around what to see, where to go, what to do in KL, Malaysia by both travellers who have recently visited the city and those who are planning to make a future visit.
To kickstart this thread, here is a list of a few popular places in Kuala Lumpur that are worth visiting:
- V1. isit the Petronas Twin Towers: Enjoy panoramic views of Kuala Lumpur from the iconic Skybridge and observation deck and visit the giant mall inside it called Suria KLCC.
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- Explore Batu Caves: Climb over two hundred colorful steps to discover a magnificent Hindu temples inside a stunning cave.
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- Discover the Street Food and shopping scene: Savor various local dishes at Jalan Alor, Kuala Lumpur’s famous street food market. Shop at Petaling Street and Central Market for crazy deals, traditional Malaysian crafts and enjoy live performances in this cultural hub.
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- Stroll Around Merdeka Square: Walk amongst the colonial architecture and learn about Malaysia’s history at this historic landmark.
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- Sri Mahamariamman Temple: The oldest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur, known for its intricate architecture and colorful facade.
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- Kampung Baru: Visit Kampung Baru Mosque, a historic prayer house featuring traditional Malay architecture. Nearby there are some traditional wooden houses showcasing Malay culture and architecture and also, Pasar Malam: a popular night market offering traditional Malay food and goods.
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- Menara Kuala Lumpur (KL Tower) and KL Eco Park: Enjoy awesome views of the city from the tower and explore the surrounding forest reserve of KL Eco Park where you can also get on the Canopy Walk. Another interesting spot is KL Butterfly Park: A tropical paradise home to colorful winged beauties.
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- Sultan Abdul Samad Building: A historic building that stands out for its Moorish-style architecture. There is the Islamic Arts Museum in the city, which is home to one of Southeast Asia’s richest collections of Islamic decorative arts. Islam in Malaysia is quite unique with some differences from Arab practices.
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- Food Tours in Little India and Chinatown: Sample a variety of dishes and learn about their cultural significance.
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- Night Markets: Visit Pasar Malam markets to shop for local snacks and crafts.
Share your latest experiences in exploring these sites and/or other new points of interest in Kuala Lumpur as responses/comments on this thread. This will be very helpful to fellow travellers and members of this travel community who are planning a trip to Malaysia.
