Kuala Lumpur in Pictures

No visit to Kuala Lumpur is complete without a picture of you standing in front of the Petronas Twin Towers. With a height of 1,453 feet, these shimmering towers are one of the tallest in the world and extend head and shoulders above the city’s skyline.

Get a feel of Malaysia’s pulse in its capital city Kuala Lumpur. The city’s past and present co-exit harmoniously: historic temples and mosques rub shoulders with bustling streets, shining office towers and quaint coffee shops. A multicultural cosmopolis, Kuala Lumpur has everything from eating and nightlife to shopping and history.

Few skylines in the world are dominated by such impressive buildings as is Kuala Lumpur’s. Landmarks like the Petronas Towers and the KL Tower can easily be spotted from any viewing point within the city.

Standing majestically in the heart of the city, the Federak Territory Mosque or the Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan is one of the major mosques in Kuala Lumpur. It can accommodate up to 17,000 worshippers at any given time.

Climb 272 steps and you’re standing facing an impressive golden structure of Lord Murugan. Batu Caves is a massive limestone outcrop that houses a Hindu shrine lined with different deities. On the way up, watch out for cheeky monkeys!

A kaleidoscope of culture, Brickfield or Little India in Kuala Lumpur is a celebration of Malaysia’s Indian heritage. Popular for the banana leaf rice that is available here, this is also one of KL's most colourful enclaves.

The Merdeka square, surrounded by impressive historical buildings, is the heart of downtown Kuala Lumpur. With arches, dome-shaped pavilions and a stunning Moorish façade, the square is the perfect destination for a walk around town.

A melee of all things wild and fascinating, the Bukit Bintang is the shopping and entertainment hub of Kuala Lumpur. This is where upscale marble halls and trendy bars compete with hawker type eateries.

Standing out amongst a breathtaking landscape and lush greenery, is the Istana Negara or the National Palace of Malaysia. You can only admire from afar where royal soldiers guard the main gate on horse and on foot.

The bustling shopping and food mecca of Kuala Lumpur, with thousands of people wandering up and down each day, is Chinatown. Visit as many stalls as you can, bargain to your heart’s content and sample all the Malay and Chinese food you manage to find.

Kuala Lumpur becomes even more lively during the month of Ramadan. Delicious food is available in abundance on the streets and you can taste the myriad flavours of Malaysia's complex cuisine. Go in the evening and you’ll get your hands on some fresh bites!

Kuala Lumpur boasts of a sophisticated rail-based mass transit system which connects most of the city. You can easily explore the city at a leisurely pace without straining your budget!

Described by its developers as a ‘City within a city’, the Kuala Lumpur City Center, more commonly known as the KLCC, is a maze of attractions as well as plenty of nightlife and shopping. An entertainment, commercial and business hub, this is the place to go without any agenda in mind.

What’s termed as ‘world’s largest free-flight, walk-in aviary,’ the Bird Park in KL is home to more then 3,000 birds. Chase around peacocks and hornbills, pose with a parrot on your shoulder, feed parakeets and be awed by the soaring flamingos in a surrounding that feels lively and peaceful.

The city lets you lose yourself in its unique blend of tradition, charm and sophistication. Explore its nooks and crannies, and you’ll discover captivating sights, sensational sounds and fantastic people.