KL Entices Visitors
Every day thousands of visitors arrive in Kuala Lumpur for the unique experience of traditional Malay charm surrounded by the contemporary conveniences of a modern, global city. While KL (the city’s much-used nickname) is an urban center of finance, politics and culture for Malayasia and the surrounding region, the city maintains a much slower pace and friendlier atmosphere than many of the world’s urban centers.
Two of the tallest buildings in the world are in Kuala Lumpur. The Petronas Twin Towers once held the distinction of the tallest towers in the world. Today they are number 2 and number 3 on the list, but still hold the distinction of the world’s tallest twin towers. Another famous structure is the KL Tower, which also attracts numerous tourists.
Visitors to Malaysia’s capital (which is also its largest city), will find numerous luxury hotels in Kuala Lumpur that blend the traditional with the modern. Likewise, the restaurants in the the city range from traditional Malay, Indian, and Chinese eateries to gourmet restaurants offering cutting edge global cuisine.
The city still holds a number of traditional markets. The Central Market features a wide variety of arts and crafts, including traditional clothing and textiles. On the modern side, KL has over sixty shopping malls and centers, making it the country’s fashion and retail hub.
As a capital city, KL is full of conventional “tourist attractions.” These include the official royal residence, the Istana Negara, as well as Independence Square, the Masjid Negara (National Mosque), and the House of Parliament. KL is also home to the Masjid Jamek, the Istana Budya and the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve.
With a gorgeously mild climate most of the year as well as its many cultural, historical, and modern attractions, KL will no doubt continue to be a major tourist magnet for years to come.
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