Where to visit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia?

To complete your Malaysia trip, you need to spend a few days touring and eating your way through the capital city, Kuala Lumpur. This amazing city mixes all the different cultures, such as India, Chinese, Malay and Western, and it creates a unique blend of food, shopping, and nightlife.

Remember don’t miss the world-famous iconic landmarks like the Petronas Twin Towers, religious hotspots like Batu Caves, as well as culturally enriching streets markets – yum food and botanical gardens. Hope this article will help you to find out where to visit in Kuala Lumpur and don’t forget to experience the local lifestyle and culture.

1. Petronas Twin Towers

One of the most iconic buildings in Malaysia, the Petronas Twin Towers. It held the record of being the world’s tallest buildings from 1998 to 2004, but it still is the tallest twin towers in the world.

The towers feature postmodern architecture and style and also feature Islamic designs due to the Muslim majority in Malaysia. And the base of the building is the KLCC mall and park, which are famous shopping and recreation centers in the city.

Visitors flock here for the walk over the sky bridge (558 ft above the ground) that joins the two towers together or check the breathtaking views of Kuala Lumpur at observation deck (360 meters above).

2. National Zoo of Malaysia

Located to the north-east of Kuala Lumpur, the National Zoo is run by the Malaysian Zoological Society and almost 500 species are housed within. It has about 5,500 animals from over 400 species for you to discover. This place is a popular attraction for the locals with small children especially during the weekends and public holidays. Many parents with young children find it an educational place to bring their children.

3. Perdana Botanical Gardens

The Perdana Botanical Gardens (formerly called Lake Gardens) boast the largest collection of flower gardens and animal parks in Kuala Lumpur city center. This garden is a peaceful, green respite hidden away from the crowded city, one of its standout features is the Orchid Garden, which is fitted with walking paths and manmade fountains, as well as a semi-circle pergola and rock garden that house 800 species of orchids.

Another must visit is the Hibiscus Garden, where you can find Malaysia’s national flower in full bloom and a colonial-era building. Within the building are a quaint tearoom and a gallery showcasing the history and significance of the hibiscus flower in Malaysian history. It’s free for visit!

4. Central Market

The Central Market (also called Pasar Seni) in Kuala Lumpur, it was built in 1928 and used to be a former wet market selling fruit, vegetables, and meat, until the early 1980s when it was revamped into a handicrafts outlet. 

This market selling local products like souvenirs and arts and crafts. On the upper floor, there is also a food court selling local delicacies and the area in front of the market is known for street performers and musical shows.

5. Jamek Mosque

Masjid Jamek Mosque was built in the early 1900s, it is one of the oldest Islamic place of worship in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia and is often visited for its Moorish architectural style and for its location, as it sits at the site where the Klang and Gombak rivers meet. There’s also an Islamic Experience Centre just outside the mosque, which houses a number of informative displays in English.

6. Jalan Alor (Alor Street)

Alor Street was once known as a red light district and a place of dubious repute although it has now cleaned up its act and is now best known as a haven for foodies. The variety of food available is good with barbecued meats, noodles and desserts recognized as some of the best and cheapest in the city. 

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