NATIONAL
MUSEUM
 Located
on the fringe of the Kuala Lumpur lake Gardens, the National Museum
serves as the principal museum in the country. The design of this
palatial building is based on the classical Malay architecture. The
various galleries in the Museum provide interesting insights into the
history, political development, culture, economy, arts, and flora and
fauna of the country. Located on the museum's grounds are static
displays including old locomotives, vintage cars and a replica of an
ancient Malay palace. open: 9am-6pm (Daily) ,Admission: RM1, Children
below 12 years: Free.
ISTANA
NEGARA
 The
Istana Negara is the official residence of His Majesty, the Yang di
Pertuan Agong, the King of Malaysia. It is located on a hillock at Jalan
Istana, just outside the city center. The extensive grounds is enhanced
by immaculate lawns and colorful gardens. The palace is also the venue
for official and ceremonies. Visitors can witness the changing of the
guards daily.
PETRONAS
TWIN
TOWERS
 Currently
the world's tallest two freestanding towers, the 88-story Petronas Twin
Towers soars to a dizzying height of 452m above the city skyline, This
gleaming architectural delight inspired by the Five Pillars of Islam is
the centerpiece of the ultra-modern Kuala Lumpur City Centre. Situated
within the towers is the Petronas Philharmonic Hall, home of the
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra and the Petronas Performing Arts Group.
GALERI
PETRONAS
 The
PETRONAS Art Gallery, an elegant International class fine art gallery
located at Suria KLCC is the realisation of PETRONAS' aspiration of a
world class art venue, complementing the Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS and
PETOSAINS, Designed as a multifunctional and flexible space, the Galeri
is divided into three galleries, namely the Main Gallery, the Annexe
gallery and the Experimental Gallery which allow a number of exhibitions
to be displayed simultaneously. Opening Hours: 10am-8pm
(Monday-Sunday), Close: Friday, Tel: 03-207 7770.
MALAYSIA
TOURIST
INFORMATION
COMPLEX
(MATIC)
 Built
in 1935 as the residence of Eu Tong Seng, a wealthy tin miner, this
historical landmark served as the war office of the British Army and the
headquarters of the Japanese Army during World War ll. It was also the
venue for the first sitting of Malaysia's parliament and the
installation ceremonies of several kings of the country. It was
renovated in 1988 for its present use as a one-stop tourist information
complex. The complex houses other facilities including an auditorium, a
souvenir shop and a restaurant. Open: Sunday, From 3.30pm-4.15pm,
Admission:RM2
NATIONAL
ZOO
AND
AQUARIUM
 Located
13km northeast of Kuala Lumpur, the National Zoo houses some 200 species
of animals, birds and reptiles while the aquarium has 80 species of
marine and fresh-water life. Within the extensive grounds is an area for
sea lions where visitors can see them being most active during feeding
time. There are also train rides for children. Open: 9am-6pm Daily,
Admission: RM5 (Adults) RM2 (Children).
CENTRAL
MARKET
 Spend
a morning wandering through what was once a busy 'wet market'! The many
shops housed in this heritage building will enchant tourists with their
offerings such as antique clocks, jewellery, gems, woodcarvings, batik
and pewterware. Those with an eye for the unusual will enjoy buying or
browsing through the market's extensive range of novelty items such as
jade trees and blown glass souvenirs.
The visitor will be able to see portrait artists, glass blowers in
action, batik painters transforming a white material into vivid colours.
Or simply relax at one of the many restaurants here and sample local or
western food. During the weekends, at 7.30pm, cultural performances
are held. Admission: Free, Enquiries: 03-2274 6542 (10am - 10pm).
JALAN
MASJID
INDIA
Anther colourful street of sidewalk artists, street trades and
shops. The street takes it name from the Indian Muslim mosque here.
Along this road are shops selling Indian brass oil lamps, silver
tableware, glass bangles and gold jewellery. |
MASJID
JAMEK
Situated at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak Rivers, the mosque
forms a startling contrast against the modern buildings behind it. It
was built in 1909, making it the oldest mosque in the city. It features
graceful arches and domes, reminiscent of the Moorish era.
MENARA
KUALA
LUMPUR
Situated atop Bukit Nanas in the
vicinity of KL's hotel district, this 421m high concrete tower is Asia's
tallest and the fourth tallest of the city from its observation deck as
well as the revolving restaurant. The tower also serves as a
transmission station for telecommunications, radio and television.
Admission: RM8 (Adults), RM3 (Child from 4 to 12 years), Open: Daily
from 9.00am-10pm, Tel:03-208 5448.
KUALA
LUMPUR
CITY
CENTER
PARK
The 20 hectare Park a beautiful
mosaic of a peaceful garden offers visitors a reprieve. Designed by the
late Roberto Burl Marx, the park is planned as a haven for flora and
fauna. About 1900 indigenous trees and palms have been planted to
provide biodiversity for the park. Aesthetically pleasing to the senses
are the sculptures, murals and striking 'Lake Symphony' which comprises
of two fountains located at the esplanade outside the Suria LKCC
Shopping Complex.
DEWAN
FILHARMONIK
PETRONAS
Malaysia's first classical concet
venue, Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS, takes its inspiration from the
traditional shoe-box shape of the great 19th Century European concert
halls. The Dewan Filharmonik combines modern and traditional values of
Malaysian culture seating an audience of 885 which includes box seating
at stalls level and 20 luxury suites at Circle and Upper Circle levels.
A magnificent klais pipe organ provides the backdrop for this intimate
yet stunning venue.
NATIONAL
SCIENCE
CENTER
 Perched
atop a hill on 8 hectares of landscaped grounds at Bukit Kiara on the
northwestern fringes of the city, the National Science Centre was
established in 1996 to promote greater understanding and interest in
science and technology. The building resembles a truncated cone capped
with a geodesic dome. Among the fascinating themes featured in the
exhibition galleries are an environmental odyssey, pathways to
discovery, future world and thinking machines. Open: 10am-5pm. Friday
Closed, Admission: RM6.00(Adults) RM3.00(Children), Enquiries: 03-252
1150
ISLAMIC
ARTS
MUSEUM
MALAYSIA
 The
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia located at Jalan Lembah Perdana houses
various themed galleries. Among the galleries found here is the Islamic
Architecture Gallery which showcases miniature replicas of renowned
buildings such as the Taj Mahal, Iman Ismail Albukhary mosque and museum
and the Amir Timur Mausoleum. Apart from this gallery is the Standard
Chartered Ottoman Room which displays objects from the reign of the
Ottoman Empire of Turkey and Syria. In the Al-Quran and Manuscript
Gallery is a collection of more than 200 rare Islamic manuscripts which
include a 30-Judz' Al-Quran from the Ming Dynasty. Tel:03-2071 2020.
PETALING
STREET
 Petaling
Street (known as KL's Chinatown) is endowed with a distinct character of
its own. This colorful street of shops, restaurants and hawker stalls
bustles with vitality. Walk, linger or browse as the sights and sounds
capture one's imagination. Flanking both sides of this street are shops
selling anything from textiles to Chinese herbal medicines. There are
also a number of restaurants serving authentic regional Chinese cuisine.
KOMPLEX
BUDAYA
KRAF
This handicraft complex located at Jalan Conlay houses top names
in local handicrafts. Here, one can look out for chic batik outfit,
ponder over the variety of home decor items or delight in finding the
perfect gift to take back home!
On the ground floor of the complex, visitors can dabble in some paints
and wax to create their own batik pieces. At the far end of the its
landscaped grounds is the artists colony where one can watch artists at
work. Paintings are available for sale.
The complex is equipped with visitor facilities, including a restaurant. |
