Top Attractions in and Around KL
KL (short for Kuala Lumpur) is a city racing to meet the future.
What makes KL a noteworthy destination however is that it has been able to find a sense of balance between its rich past and the modern age? The Malay, Chinese, British and Indian influences are still featured beside luxury hotels, world class shopping malls and high rise buildings.
At Merdeka Square which is the historic center of the city, British colonial style buildings still stand housing offices as they have for more than a century.
In the southern part of the city along Jalan Petaling is Chinatown busy as usual with shops, markets and food stalls.
In the Masjid Jame area is KL's Little India filled with flower stalls as well as shops selling Malay and Muslim costumes and items.
So KL is a modern city with little packets of culture and tradition in most every corner.
This mix of traditional and modern lifestyles gives visitors a good selection of old world and modern attractions.
KL City Attractions You Need to Experience Merdeka Square-One of KL's most famous landmark is here, the Sultan Abdul Samad building.
This building along with others in the square are British colonial in style but with an exotic Moorish quality not found elsewhere.
Used in the past for sporting events and social gatherings, these days it hosts the spectacular Independence Day festivities.
Petronas Twin Towers and KLCC -This is quite possibly the most photographed landmark in KL.
It was once the tallest building at 452 meters.
If you don't have a problem with heights you can buy a ticket and visit its skybridge or you can take your pictures from the adjoining KLCC Park.
The building and the park are not the only places of interest in the area.
The Petrosains interactive museum is also onsite and is worth looking into.
Lake Gardens -This green oasis in the city houses several of the city's popular attractions like the Bird Park, Butterfly Park and the Orchid and Hibiscus Gardens.
All three are a must see and strolling along these locations entertain as well as calm the weary traveler.
Chinatown and Petaling Street -If you like colorful shops, wet markets, dimsum restaurants and budget shopping then Petaling Street or PS to the locals is the street for you.
The best time to avail of bargains though is at night when the night bazaar lines the main street.
Remember haggling is the name of the game on this street so practice before you dive in.
Memorable Attractions on the outskirts of KL Batu Caves -It is an enormous cave inside a limestone hill.
It is located past the northern edge of the city.
Inside the main cave up 272 steps is a Hindu temple for Lord Murugan.
His 42 meter tall gold statue is stationed outside the temple.
There are also more caves to explore and an adventure tour if you feel up to scaling the cave's rock faces.
Sunway Lagoon -If the combination of water and fun in the sun is more your cup of tea then Sunway Lagoon is perfect for you.
Located a mere 45 minutes from the city this theme park has enough rides and attractions for the fussiest of kids.
As an added bonus the park also has a petting zoo and a paintball range.
Genting Highlands -Often called the city of entertainment it houses casinos and a theme park.
It is located near the mountain region and is a popular weekend retreat for locals and foreigners alike.
What makes KL a noteworthy destination however is that it has been able to find a sense of balance between its rich past and the modern age? The Malay, Chinese, British and Indian influences are still featured beside luxury hotels, world class shopping malls and high rise buildings.
At Merdeka Square which is the historic center of the city, British colonial style buildings still stand housing offices as they have for more than a century.
In the southern part of the city along Jalan Petaling is Chinatown busy as usual with shops, markets and food stalls.
In the Masjid Jame area is KL's Little India filled with flower stalls as well as shops selling Malay and Muslim costumes and items.
So KL is a modern city with little packets of culture and tradition in most every corner.
This mix of traditional and modern lifestyles gives visitors a good selection of old world and modern attractions.
KL City Attractions You Need to Experience Merdeka Square-One of KL's most famous landmark is here, the Sultan Abdul Samad building.
This building along with others in the square are British colonial in style but with an exotic Moorish quality not found elsewhere.
Used in the past for sporting events and social gatherings, these days it hosts the spectacular Independence Day festivities.
Petronas Twin Towers and KLCC -This is quite possibly the most photographed landmark in KL.
It was once the tallest building at 452 meters.
If you don't have a problem with heights you can buy a ticket and visit its skybridge or you can take your pictures from the adjoining KLCC Park.
The building and the park are not the only places of interest in the area.
The Petrosains interactive museum is also onsite and is worth looking into.
Lake Gardens -This green oasis in the city houses several of the city's popular attractions like the Bird Park, Butterfly Park and the Orchid and Hibiscus Gardens.
All three are a must see and strolling along these locations entertain as well as calm the weary traveler.
Chinatown and Petaling Street -If you like colorful shops, wet markets, dimsum restaurants and budget shopping then Petaling Street or PS to the locals is the street for you.
The best time to avail of bargains though is at night when the night bazaar lines the main street.
Remember haggling is the name of the game on this street so practice before you dive in.
Memorable Attractions on the outskirts of KL Batu Caves -It is an enormous cave inside a limestone hill.
It is located past the northern edge of the city.
Inside the main cave up 272 steps is a Hindu temple for Lord Murugan.
His 42 meter tall gold statue is stationed outside the temple.
There are also more caves to explore and an adventure tour if you feel up to scaling the cave's rock faces.
Sunway Lagoon -If the combination of water and fun in the sun is more your cup of tea then Sunway Lagoon is perfect for you.
Located a mere 45 minutes from the city this theme park has enough rides and attractions for the fussiest of kids.
As an added bonus the park also has a petting zoo and a paintball range.
Genting Highlands -Often called the city of entertainment it houses casinos and a theme park.
It is located near the mountain region and is a popular weekend retreat for locals and foreigners alike.
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