Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is the focal point of new Malaysia. It is a amazing place for one to visit. Kuala Lumpur is the federal capital of Malaysia and is the principal centre of commerce, politics, entertainment and international activities. The city, defined by its colourful culture and rich natural reserves, is also Malaysia’s largest city. Having achieved its city status in 1972, Kuala Lumpur is now a prosperous city housing about two million people. Also, it is the only city in the world which has a million-year-old forest area within the core of its existence. This city of paradise with its rich cultural heritage offers lot of places to visit in Malaysia which is listed below:

The National Zoo

The first place that you should visit is the National Zoo and Aquarium. The National Zoo is located 13 kilometers north-east of Kuala Lumpur. which has many different species of mammals, birds, and reptiles. The aquarium too is impressive with its enormous collection of marine life and other and freshwater species. The Zoo and Aquarium are both open daily from 9am to 6pm.

Kuala Lumpur Railway Station
This is another place you must visit, which is located at Jalan Hishamuddin. Built in 1910, this Moorish-style terminal was designed by architect A.B. Hubbock . The building was last renovated on 1986. It has the modern facilities that travelers find a convenience.

Central Market
The central market in Kuala Lumpur is also another place to check out for its beauty. The market is known for the traditional handicrafts, antique items and artworks that make great souvenirs. This heritage building houses shops selling diverse offerings like gems, woodcarvings, antique clocks and batik. It is an excellent hunting ground for shopping buffs. The market is not simply a place where things are bought and sold, but is in fact a major location where demonstrations and activities take place, such as painting, fortune telling, shadow puppet plays, glass blowing, dance classes, and art classes. This is so well known for its activities and designs that it was awarded the Coronation Architecture Design Award in 1953. It used to be a wet market more than 50 years ago, and today it is an emblem of Malaysian culture.

Petaling Street

Petaling Street is often described as Kuala Lumpur's Chinatown and is situated in one of the busiest area in KL. It still maintains the traditional atmosphere it had in its genuine form. The night market holds a treasure of the visitor that does not cost anything. A line of stalls come to live in front of the pre-war shops, offering products of every description, from fake leather goods to the obligatory "Dunhill" watches. The Petaling Street is situated at a short walking distance from the central bus station in the city. The area attracts many locals and visitors in search of bargain items, including inexpensive dresses, shoes, fabrics and souvenirs. It transforms itself into a bustling and lively night market when part of the road is closed to traffic at about 6pm.

Garden City

It has much to offer to visitors from modern shopping complexes to the colourful bazaars at Chinatown and Central Market. More conspicuous is its 'Garden City' ambience, apparent the moment one lands in the city. At night, the streets adorned with trees and decorative shrubs, as well as the buildings are colourfully lit to give the city a unique dazzle.

National Library:
This library is located at Jalan Tun Razak.It is a blue roofed library having a wide range of collection about Malaysia by Malaysian authors in addition to historic Malay manuscripts. The library is a recent structure in Kuala Lumpur; it opened in 1982. The tengkolok-shaped roofs cap an open-air amphitheatre space; symbolizing the unity of our country. Symbolizing pride and respect of nation’s culture .

KL Tower
Another important palce to visit is the KL Tower. It is the third highest telecommunications tower in the world. It was completed in 1995. It is Malaysia's top tourist destination, which will provide breathtaking view of the entire city. Menara KL has developed an exciting program where people may dine, shop as well as have a bird's eye view of the Kuala Lumpur city.

Merdeka Square

Dataran Merdeka occupies a very significant place in Malaysian history. It is in the heart of downtown KL. Giving the place its due respect, it has the tallest flagpole in the country with the Malaysian flag hoisted on it. . Surrounding the square are many interesting and buildings of historical interest, including the Royal Selangor Club where KL's elite meet, the Sultan Abdul Samad building, the National History Museum and and the modern Dayabumi Complex. .

Masjid Jamek

The Masjid Jamek is situated at the point where both rivers the Sungei Klang and the Sungei Gombak converge. Right at this very place has the history of Kuala Lumpur started. The mosque was built in 1907 and officially opened by the Sultan of Selangor on 23rd of December in 1909. The Masjid Jamek Kuala Lumpur is the oldest mosque in KL. It has a striking redbrick and marble exterior, a beautiful example of north Indian Islamic architecture. Located at the confluence of the Gombak and Klang rivers, this historical mosque sits on the land in which miners were in search of tin long ago. Masjid Jamek was the main mosque of Kuala Lumpur until the National Mosque was built in 1965 .