Kuala Lumpur has all the trademarks of a South-East Asian capital. The shopping is cheap, the weather is hot, the traffic is chaotic and the food and drink is plentiful. Commonly abbreviated to KL, it is also the cultural, political and commercial centre of Malaysia. During a visit one can witness the hectic lives the locals lead in its distinctive neighbourhoods, see the buildings where the country is run, and marvel at some of the most famous skyscrapers on the planet.
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Download GuideMalaysia have a lot places to feel different culture which is what i like. But definitely be careful if you are not familiar with this city. People there are always not polite, when you ask them how to be some place, they always unwilling to answer. The metro part confused me a lot.
Insider Tip:Be careful
Central train station is not very well connected with Monorail (you need to walk a long way and you only have stairs to monorail). Kuala Lumpur was just 1. Petronas Towers 2. Kuala Lumpur Tower 3. Shopping, shopping, shopping
Insider Tip:Visit Kuala Lumpur Tower and enjoy a view over the city.
I've been to KL several different times during my gap year travels and have always found new things to love about the place. When I am weary of backpacking, being in KL is akin to taking a break and being at a city back home in the states. There are western style amenities for cheap prices, most people speak English, and the food is delicious. However, the city is also a reflection of the many cultural aspects of Malaysia, from the Hindu batu caves to china town at petaling street.
Insider Tip:As is true with traveling to any foreign place, it's supremely better to be shown around by a local. If possible, I'd recommend using a site like couchsurfing to find people willing to show you the things about their city you might miss if you went alone.
So many of race people live in Kuala lumpur It was amazing experience. And high towers, good transports, cheap foods It was lovely trip!
Insider Tip:Must visit china town if you'd like to try various foods And night is more beautiful than day time
It is was it is one of the busiest cities in SEasia but it has everything happening so it is a must see Chinatown is where it is all at unless you want. Clubs then it's into KLCC very easy to get around RM4 to get a train intothecity which are all AC and clean
Insider Tip:Seee the twin towers at day and at night, walk around people will always help with your directions if. Lost and worst case a teksi (taxi) will cost nothing to get you back to where you need to be, there is alot happening everywhere so to see it all you have to hit the pavement
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