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Batu Caves
Located in a limestone outcrop, Batu Caves is a unique and fascinating cave temple. Batu Caves consists of three big caves, with the main cave housing ornate Hindu shrines. One of the highlights of a visit here is climbing the 272 steps leading up to the temple.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Petronas Twin Towers
At a height of 451.9m, the magnificent Petronas Twin Towers is a world-renowned icon of modern Malaysia. It is the centre piece of the Kuala Lumpur city centre (KLCC) development, which comprises landmarks such as the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Suria KLCC shopping mall, star-rated hotels, a mosque as well as the immaculately landscaped KLCC Park. Visit to the Skybridge on the 41st Floor and Viewing Deck on the 86th Floor. The space between the two towers is linked by the Skybridge at Levels 41 and 42. This is the world’s highest two-storey bridge.
Opening hours: 9.00am – 9.00pm. Closed on Mondays and from 1.00pm to 2.30pm on Fridays.
Duration: 30 minutes
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KL Tower
Standing majestically atop Bukit Nanas at 421 meters and 94 meters above sea level, KL Tower is a prominent feature of the city’s skyline. Its architecture reflects the country's Islamic heritage, with the construction detailing Arabic scripts, Islamic tiles, classic Islamic floral and abstract motifs and soothing colour combinations.
Duration: 15 minutes
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A wholesales and retailer of timepieces/watches at Batu Caves are in midst of developing its distribution and retail networks across Asia. Geneve Corporation is the global authorized distributor, operation and marketing arm for the brand "Blansacar - Five-Star General" since 1990. Blansacar, a fine quality and famous watch that adopted ETA?s hundred years Swiss technology and traditional crafted movement, is one of the flagship products carried by Geneve Corporation.
Duration: 15 minutes
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East Coast Batik which established in 1974 is one of the oldest batik and handicrafts centre in Klang Valley. Visit the gallery and you'd learn that batik is not simply a cloth with an elaborate piece of design. Syarika East Coast is the place you need to visit if you are looking forward to enjoy a holistic experience in Malaysian batik and handicrafts.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Royal Selangor Visitor Centre
The visitor center will take you back over a hundred years to the founding of royal Selangor and its inextricable link to the history of Malaysia. Through complimentary guided tours, visitors will learn about the remarkable development of tin mining in the Malay Peninsula in the 1800s as well as view traditional pewtersmithing tools, antique pewter and ancient tin currency at the center’s pewter museum.
Duration: 20 minutes
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Istana Negara
Istana Negara or the National Palace is the official residence of the King of Malaysia. This majestic edifice situated at Jalan Duta officially became the National Palace in November 2011, replacing the old palace in Jalan Istana. It has 22 domes, with the largest dome reaching up to a height of 40 metres.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Taman Botani Perdana
A refreshing enclave at the heart of the city, Perdana Botanical Gardens sprawls over 200 acres. Built around two lakes, the garden has vistas of exotic blooms and luxuriant foliage. There are jogging and walking trails for visitors. A number of parks and gardens are nestled within the environs. Malaysia’s national flower is Bunga Raya or hibiscus. See this pretty blossom at the Orchid & Hibiscus Garden.
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National Monument
The National Monument was built to recognise and honour those who gave up their lives in the cause for peace and freedom, particularly during the nation's struggle against the threat of communism. Within the National Monument grounds is one of the world's largest free-standing bronze sculptures. It was sculpted in 1966 by Felix de Weldon, who was also the creator of the famous Iwo Jima monument in Washington DC.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Malaysian Houses of Parliament
The Malaysian Houses of Parliament is a building complex where the Malaysian Parliament assembles. The structure is located at the Lake Gardens in Kuala Lumpur, close to the Malaysian National Monument.
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Dataran Merdeka
On 31 August 1957, the Union Jack was lowered at Dataran Merdeka to mark Malaysia’s independence from colonial rule. Hence the name, Dataran Merdeka, which means ‘Independence Square’. In its heyday, the square used to be the venue for parades, cricket matches and other important occasions. Today, this historic heart of KL is preserved with beautifully manicured lawns, terraces and a fountain. Adjacent to Dataran Merdeka is the Royal Selangor Club, a mock-Tudor structure with an interesting history.
The 100m high flagpole at Dataran Merdeka is one of the tallest in the world.
Duration: 15 minutes
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National Textile Museum
The National Textiles Museum houses a unique collection of clothing, accessories and textiles. The museum has four main galleries: Pohon Budi Gallery, Pelangi Gallery, Teluk Berantai Gallery and the Ratna Sari Gallery.
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Sultan Abdul Samad Building
One of the most prominent and distinguished landmarks of KL, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building is an enduring attraction amidst the rapidly changing city skyline. Built in 1897, the building was named after the reigning monarch at the time. The stately edifice served as the government administrative building during the British era. Constructed entirely of brick, it boasts a Mahometan or Neo-Saracenic style with an imposing porch, graceful arches, shiny copper domes and a 41.2m high clock tower. The building houses a Tourist Information Centre. Kuala Lumpur traces its origins as a mining outpost for the tin trade in the 1800’s.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Music Museum
Music museum Kuala Lumpur opened on 1st august 2015 in an old colonial-era building on Jalan Raja facing Dataran Merdeka in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. This elegant building was built in 1919 as the kl branch of chartered bank.
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National Mosque (Masjid Negara)
Masjid Negara is one of the most distinguished landmarks in the city. It has a unique star-shaped dome and a 73m high minaret. The National Mosque is situated fringing the KL Lake Gardens. Visitors are advised to dress appropriately when visiting the mosque. Women will be required to wear headscarves. Visitors who are interested in Islamic arts can visit the Islamic Arts Centre situated overlooking the mosque.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Malayan Railway Administration Building
One of the most beautiful old buildings of Malaysia, Railway Station and Administration Building is a great piece of Moorish architecture.
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The River of Life
The River of Life (ROL) is a seven-year project headed by the Government of Malaysia to transform the Klang River into a vibrant and livable waterfront with high economic value. Covering eight rivers with total length of 110km, this project is divided into three major components.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Jamek Mosque
Jamek Mosque, officially sultan abdul samad jamek mosque, is one of the oldest mosques in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is located at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak River and may be accessed via Jalan tun Perak. The mosque was designed by Arthur benison hubback, and built in 1909. Masjid Jamek served as Kuala Lumpur's main mosque. The mosque has a Moorish architecture.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Central Market Kuala Lumpur
A great place to find crafts and ornaments, the Central Market is one of the city’s prominent heritage buildings. It is a fine example of the 1930s Art Deco style with a stepped entrance design, unifying elements at the windows and doors as well as wrought iron panels. Just outside, Kasturi Walk beckons visitors with an exciting outdoor shopping experience. This covered walkway (formerly known as Lorong Kasturi or Kasturi Lane) offers a variety of handicrafts, souvenir items and street food.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Sin Sze Si Ya Temple
Built by Kapitan Cina Yap Ah Loy, this is the oldest Taoist temple in the city with a history dating back to 1864. The temple features an ornate interior and elaborate roof ridges. Sin Sze Si Ya Temple pays tribute to the deities of Sin Sze Ya and Si Sze Ya. The oracles of the former were said to have guided Yap Ah Loy during the Selangor Civil War. Sin Sze Si Ya Temple occupies a rather unusual position and angle. This location is believed to have been determined by ‘feng shui’ or Chinese geomancy.
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Petaling Street Market
Petaling Street or Chinatown is a lively stretch of shops, restaurants and hawker stalls. It is one of KL’s best-known shopping spots offering an assortment of watches, accessories, clothes, crafts and souvenirs. The streets are lined by buildings, clan houses and temples which stand as testament to the city’s architectural heritage.
Duration: 15 minutes
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The exchange 106 is a skyscraper under construction within the Tun Razak exchange area, a new financial district currently being developed in Kuala Lumpur. The 106-floor building is topped with a 65-meter, 12-storey high illuminated crown making it 492 m tall. With its completion, the exchange 106 skyscraper has officially dethroned the PETRONAS twin towers, at 452m, as the tallest in Malaysia.
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Beryl's Chocolate Kingdom
Beryl’s Chocolate Kingdom is one of the two outlets by Beryl’s, a famous chocolate brand. Here, there is only one attraction; chocolate. Beryl’s produces a wide variety of chocolates, made from the finest selection of Ghana cocoa beans. Visitors will get to sample many types of chocolates for free, and find over 100 types of chocolate variety to purchase as gifts to loved ones back home or simply for self-indulgence. The creativity of Beryl’s has resulted in chocolate variants that are available only in Malaysia, such as Chili Chocolate, Durian Chocolate, Green Tea Chocolate and chocolate made from various fruits.
Duration: 20 minutes
