MUST SEE IN KUALA LUMPUR - MALAYSIA

(1) KUALA LUMPUR


NATIONAL PALACE

The official residence of His Majesty The King of Malaysia is a stately mansion set within a beautifully landscaped garden. The daily changing of the guard attracts its fair share of visitors and photographers.


MERDEKA SQUARE & SULTAN ABDUL SAMAD BUILDING

This is an important heritage site in the city. The Union Jack was lowered here on 31 August 1957 marking Malaysia’s independence from colonial rule. The nearby Sultan Abdul Samad Building is another heritage site.


KL TOWER

Have an unforgettable time at the world’s fourth tallest tower. Dine in a restaurant or enjoy forest walks and cultural performances.


AQUARIA KLCC

Located in KLCC, adjacent to the PETRONAS Twin Towers, Aquaria KLCC is a world-class aquarium that showcases animals and various types of colorful marine life species from Malaysia and around the world. The aquarium occupies 60,000 square feet in the Concourse level of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center. A visit to the Aquaria KLCC will take you through a journey of discovery in education as well as eco- tourism, supported by the latest technology with a mesmerizing ambience.


KUALA LUMPUR CRAFT COMPLEX

Styled like a Malay village, this complex is an artists colony housing handicraft shops, an art workshop, craft museum and food court. Shop for the best in Malay ethnic crafts, or try your hand at batik-painting. To view a fine Traditional Malay house, visit The Heritage Centre nearby.


NATIONAL MONUMENT

This huge bronze monument pays tribute to the valiant soldier who perished while defending the country during the Communist Insurgency. It was designed by Felix de Weldon, the architect of the famous lwo Jima Memorial.


BUTTERFLY PARK

Enjoy a glimpse of more than 6,000 butterflies of over 120 species at this unique park. The park is an imitation of the butterfly's natural habitat. It includes more than 15,000 plants from 100 species that have been used to recreate a Malaysian rainforest atmosphere. There is a nursery and breeding area for the butterflies. Facilities include an informative insect museum.


BIRD PARK

The Bird Park is one of the largest covered bird park in the world, sprawling 8 acres of verdant valley terrain. Here, for the first time in Malaysia, bird lovers can have a field day watching more than 3000 birds perching and winging about freely-in a totally natural and beautifully landscaped enviroment Hornbills, Flamingos, Parrots, Cockatoos, Storks, Pheasants, Mynahs Pigeons, Macaws. Ducks, Waterhens and more feathered citizens and ambassadors gathered together from countries like Australia, Papua New Guinea, Thailand, Indonesia, Tanzania, China Holland, Africa, South America, South East Asia and of course, Malaysia.


ROYAL SELANGOR PEWTER

Visit the home of the world-renowned Royal Selangor pewter. Children and adults alike can enjoy a variety of attractions and gain insights into the pewter industry.


BATU CAVES

These limestone caves are a popular attraction, especially during the annual Hindu festival, Thaipusam. Scaling the 272 steps leading up to the temple is one of the highlights. The 140-feet statue of Lord Muruga here is reputed to be the tallest in the world.




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