Planning a trip to Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur to be exact? Here are a number of videos I recommend watching to prep you on what to expect here in KL as we locals refer her as.
Let's start with this one. This is a 2012 video but still very applicable.
Here's another, a first time in Kuala Lumpur video with no real itinerary. This one is more of a random walk-around but nevertheless informative and gets you to what you would want to see and experience in KL.
And this one is a list of 25 things from Samuel and Audrey who have been to Kuala Lumpur many times before.
They have so kindly listed down their
25 Things to do in Kuala Lumpur City Guide:
1) Kuala Lumpur Bird Park (Taman Burung Kuala Lumpur) - 00:38
2) Perdana Botanical Garden (Lake Gardens - Taman Botani Perdana - 湖滨公园 - ஏரி பூங்கா) - 02:03
3) Sri Mahamariamman Temple (ஸ்ரீ மாரியம்மன் கோவில் - Kuil Sri Mariamman - 马里安曼兴都庙) - 02:52
4) GuanDi Temple (共青团路关帝庙) 03:24
5) Central Market for shopping and eating (Pasar Seni Kuala Lumpur - 吉隆坡中央艺术坊 - மத்திய சந்தை) - 03:39
6) Laksa Nyonya (叻沙 - 喇沙) at Precious Old China - 04:19
7) Indian Food in Kuala Lumpur at Restoran Yusoof Dan Zakhir - 05:05
8) Jalan Petaling Street Night and Flea Market in Chinatown (茨厂街 - 茨廠街) - 07:13
9) Petronas Towers (Menara Petronas) - 07:26
10) KLCC Park (Taman KLCC) - 07:37
11) Lake Symphony at KLCC - 07:42
12) Suria KLCC Shopping Mall - 07:46
13) Jalan Alor Night Market for Street Food - 08:06
14) Batu Caves (பத்து மலை) Hindu Shrine - 10:31
15) Merdeka Square (Dataran Merdeka - Independence Square) - 12:00
16) Sultan Abdul Samad Building (باڠونن سلطان عبدالصمد - Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad ) - 12:00
17) Muzium Muzik (Museum Music) and National History Museum (Muzium Sejarah Nasional) - 12:20
18) Muzium Tekstil Negara (National Textile Museum) - 12:45
19) Kuala Lumpur City Gallery (KL City Gallery) - 12:48
20) Milo and Roti for Breakfast in Kuala Lumpur - 13:30
21) Nasi Lemak - National Dish of Malaysia - 15:30
22) Kuala Lumpur Tower (Menara Kuala Lumpur - 吉隆坡塔 - KL Tower) - 15:40
23) National Museum of Malaysia (Muzium Negara) and Malay Ethnographic Museum (Muzium Etnografi Melayu) and Orang Asli Crafts Museum - 15:49
24) National Mosque of Malaysia (Masjid Negara Malaysia - مسجد نݢارا - 国家清真寺 - தேசிய பள்ளிவாசல்) - 15:59
25) KL Metro, Rapid Transit and LRT - 16:05
Enjoy your visit with us. Welcome to Kuala Lumpur!
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Saturday, December 28, 2019
Sunday, July 21, 2019
Petronas Twin Towers.. by Cesar Pelli
If you have been to Kuala Lumpur, chances are you would have visited our iconic Petronas Twin Towers which are conveniently located in the city centre itself.
And if you are planning a trip to Kuala Lumpur, these iconic twin towers are certainly not to be missed. A visit to KL (short for Kuala Lumpur) isn't complete without setting foot at KLCC, commonly referred to in place of Kuala Lumpur City Centre.
Lots of shopping for starters and a whole lot of other activities in the vicinity as well besides gawking at the buildings from inside and out. I guarantee it.
You can also go to the viewing levels at 41 and 42, at the Skybridge, for a bird's eye view of the city. And there's the aquarium called Aquaria, a science centre called Petro Sains, there's a concert hall, home to our Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, etc. There is a Convention Centre in the vicinity and for hotels, there is Mandarin Oriental and Traders Hotel, both award winners in their category. The SkyBar at Traders Hotel is popular with tourists and locals alike.
A glimpse of SkyBar at Traders and the view outside it..Source
At KLCC, there's a huge park for a stroll or a jog or even a run as well as a wading pool to enjoy some water frolicking for kids mostly. There's also a fountain out front, a musical fountain with special lighting effects at night. And much more one can see and/or do at KLCC. Come see for yourself.
These iconic Petronas Twin Towers look even better at night. By the way, they remain the tallest twin towers in the world to this day, though for a while they were the tallest buildings in the world.
I'd like to pay tribute here to Cesar Pelli, architect behind Petronas Twin Towers, who had died, aged 92.
His famous works include the World Financial Center in New York, Canary Wharf Tower in London and renovation work on New York’s Museum of Modern Art.
Image source: NST.com.my
More images of Petronas Twin Towers.. for your viewing pleasure.
Related article: Dr M saddened by passing of Petronas Twin Towers' architect
And if you are planning a trip to Kuala Lumpur, these iconic twin towers are certainly not to be missed. A visit to KL (short for Kuala Lumpur) isn't complete without setting foot at KLCC, commonly referred to in place of Kuala Lumpur City Centre.
Lots of shopping for starters and a whole lot of other activities in the vicinity as well besides gawking at the buildings from inside and out. I guarantee it.
You can also go to the viewing levels at 41 and 42, at the Skybridge, for a bird's eye view of the city. And there's the aquarium called Aquaria, a science centre called Petro Sains, there's a concert hall, home to our Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, etc. There is a Convention Centre in the vicinity and for hotels, there is Mandarin Oriental and Traders Hotel, both award winners in their category. The SkyBar at Traders Hotel is popular with tourists and locals alike.
A glimpse of SkyBar at Traders and the view outside it..Source
These iconic Petronas Twin Towers look even better at night. By the way, they remain the tallest twin towers in the world to this day, though for a while they were the tallest buildings in the world.
I'd like to pay tribute here to Cesar Pelli, architect behind Petronas Twin Towers, who had died, aged 92.
His famous works include the World Financial Center in New York, Canary Wharf Tower in London and renovation work on New York’s Museum of Modern Art.
Image source: NST.com.my
More images of Petronas Twin Towers.. for your viewing pleasure.
Related article: Dr M saddened by passing of Petronas Twin Towers' architect
Saturday, December 8, 2018
Anti-ICERD Rally in Kuala Lumpur - Dec 8, 2018
Today is a Saturday. On a normal Saturday, Kuala Lumpur would be bustling with activity, Saturday being a rest day for office workers and currently being the annual year-end school holiday. There are lots for the family to do in the city, places to take the children - for recreation, entertainment, food, the works.
But not today. KL is the venue to today's anti-ICERD rally.
The picture below, compliments of The Star, shows the road fronting Dataran Merdeka closed to vehicular traffic.
Many businesses in the vicinity have decided to close for business today in view of the crowd, estimated to be 500,000.
And the Prime Minister tells those attending anti-Icerd rally to celebrate democracy, not cause chaos.
The anti-Icerd rally will take place from 2pm to 6pm on Saturday (Dec 8) along Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur.
ICERD stands for International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination , It is a United Nations convention. The Convention commits its members to the elimination of racial discrimination and the promotion of understanding among all races.
Malaysia is one of the nations that has yet to ratify it. The PM confirmed about a week ago that Malaysia will not ratify it. Despite that, the rally is still being called.
Ironically, a Suhakam-organised rally to celebrate Human Rights Day scheduled for today as well had been advised to be called off. It is later announced that it will take place tomorrow. Human Rights Day is celebrated annually on December 10.
Follow the rally LIVE..
But not today. KL is the venue to today's anti-ICERD rally.
The picture below, compliments of The Star, shows the road fronting Dataran Merdeka closed to vehicular traffic.
Many businesses in the vicinity have decided to close for business today in view of the crowd, estimated to be 500,000.
And the Prime Minister tells those attending anti-Icerd rally to celebrate democracy, not cause chaos.
The anti-Icerd rally will take place from 2pm to 6pm on Saturday (Dec 8) along Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur.
ICERD stands for International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination , It is a United Nations convention. The Convention commits its members to the elimination of racial discrimination and the promotion of understanding among all races.
Malaysia is one of the nations that has yet to ratify it. The PM confirmed about a week ago that Malaysia will not ratify it. Despite that, the rally is still being called.
Ironically, a Suhakam-organised rally to celebrate Human Rights Day scheduled for today as well had been advised to be called off. It is later announced that it will take place tomorrow. Human Rights Day is celebrated annually on December 10.
Follow the rally LIVE..
Sunday, March 30, 2014
2014 Putrajaya International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta & Formula One weekend
Looking for a family activity today? Why not head on over to Putrajaya for the International Hot air balloon Fiesta now in its 6th year. How to get there..
Take a ride in the popular Darth Vader balloon.
Many attractions await you including helicopter joy rides, shows and performances, night glow, Mountain Dew Extreme Zone and many others.
Also, this is the Formula One GP weekend - Sepang International Circuit.
Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes takes a ride on a local rickshaw and uses the opportunity to tell us about his week in Malaysia and his hopes for the race weekend ahead. Get a glimpse of KL and the Petronas Twin Towers and the Aquaria that located inside.
Lewis Hamilton raced to his second straight pole position of the 2014 season and his 33rd overall in a rain-delayed qualifying session in Sepang on Saturday.
Today's F1 final will start at 4:00pm. Hope the weather cooperates unlike yesterday when rain began falling heavily around 35 minutes before the start of qualifying which finally started at 4:50pm.
Take a ride in the popular Darth Vader balloon.
Many attractions await you including helicopter joy rides, shows and performances, night glow, Mountain Dew Extreme Zone and many others.
Also, this is the Formula One GP weekend - Sepang International Circuit.
Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes takes a ride on a local rickshaw and uses the opportunity to tell us about his week in Malaysia and his hopes for the race weekend ahead. Get a glimpse of KL and the Petronas Twin Towers and the Aquaria that located inside.
Lewis Hamilton raced to his second straight pole position of the 2014 season and his 33rd overall in a rain-delayed qualifying session in Sepang on Saturday.
Today's F1 final will start at 4:00pm. Hope the weather cooperates unlike yesterday when rain began falling heavily around 35 minutes before the start of qualifying which finally started at 4:50pm.
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