{"id":6938,"date":"2023-05-31T11:50:32","date_gmt":"2023-05-31T09:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelseefeel.com\/?p=6938"},"modified":"2026-05-05T08:03:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T06:03:19","slug":"72-ores-stin-polyvoui-kouala-loubour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelseefeel.com\/en\/72-ores-stin-polyvoui-kouala-loubour\/","title":{"rendered":"72 hours in bustling Kuala Lumpur!"},"content":{"rendered":"

After our tour of the dazzling Singapore<\/a>, we decided to spend a few days in Kuala Lumpur as the two cities are very close to each other (just an hour by plane).<\/p>\n

If we could describe the capital of Malaysia in one phrase, it would be: vibrant, bustling, full of fruitful contrasts! This young and emerging metropolis of Asia has managed to bring together ethnicities and cultures from different parts of the world, who live harmoniously and coexist through their diversity.<\/p>\n

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Hyperactive Kuala Lumpur has set out to prove that it can also be placed in the firmament of the famous metropolises of Asia and is doing everything possible to achieve it! Huge glass skyscrapers are being erected everywhere, shopping malls (it has some of the largest in the world), theme parks, ornate administrative buildings, national parks, but also corners full of memories from its recent history, make it a particularly attractive destination.<\/p>\n

Although Kuala Lumpur's history dates back to the 19th century, it has managed to develop into a multicultural and modern city, with several attractions and many options for tourism and entertainment. The government, commercial and cultural center of Malaysia undoubtedly has a rich culture, with elements of Malay, Chinese, Arab and Indian traditions.<\/p>\n

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So, even though we didn't know exactly what to expect during our visit there, this city of almost 2 million inhabitants was a pleasant surprise and left us with very good impressions! In this colorful mosaic of cultures, languages, and religions, it is worth dedicating a few days to getting to know a corner of Asia that undoubtedly has something... futuristically special!<\/p>\n

Under no circumstances should you expect to encounter anything similar to Singapore, as the further you move away from the pure center of Kuala Lumpur, the contrasts become increasingly intense and you now understand that you are in a purely Asian country, with all that this entails.<\/p>\n

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How to get around<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Kuala Lumpur is quite spread out and has a large network of metros, trains and buses, but we never used any of them! Taxis are so cheap, but only through the app Grab<\/a>, which if you are not traveling solo, is a good idea to use. However, avoid taking a taxi during peak hours of 8-9 a.m. and 6-7 p.m. because traffic is particularly heavy.<\/p>\n

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What to see<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Golden <\/strong>Triangle<\/strong><\/p>\n

The so-called "Golden Triangle" is the commercial and business center of Kuala Lumpur. It is considered the top destination for shopping and entertainment in the city. Here are located:<\/p>\n

Petronas <\/strong>Towers<\/strong><\/p>\n

The landmark of Malaysia, the Petronas Twin Towers dominate the landscape of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle. The buildings were the tallest structures in the world at 452 meters when they were built in 1998 and held the title until 2004. They are a marvel of engineering and incorporate elements of Muslim architecture into their design. The Petronas Towers still remain the tallest twin towers in the world and are accessible to visitors, although only to a limited number tickets<\/a> is published every day.<\/p>\n

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Petronas Towers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Suria <\/strong>KLCC<\/strong><\/p>\n

At the base of the Petronas Towers is the Suria KLCC shopping mall, inside which you can visit: Petrosains<\/a> (a scientific exhibition center dedicated to the history of hydrocarbons) and the aquarium Aquaria<\/a> (which is home to over 5,000 aquatic and marine species, including various types of sharks, jellyfish and exotic fish and features an impressive 90 m long underwater tunnel in which visitors can walk through).<\/p>\n

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KLCC <\/strong>park<\/strong><\/p>\n

KLCC Park is a 50-hectare park located next to Suria KLCC and the Petronas Twin Towers. It was designed to add greenery to the area around the Petronas Twin Towers. It features the artificial lake "Lake Symphony", a huge playground, a public children's pool, and jogging, walking and skateboarding paths.<\/p>\n

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KLCC Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Lake Symphony <\/strong>Water <\/strong>Show<\/strong><\/p>\n

Inside KLCC Park, there is the artificial Lake Symphony, measuring 3,000 square meters. Two musical fountains form a very beautiful show, which is worth seeing in the evening, where every day and every half hour from 7:30 PM onwards, a beautiful combination of light and colors attracts the attention of passersby.<\/p>\n

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Lake Symphony Water Show<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In center<\/strong> of the city are:<\/p>\n

Independence <\/strong>Square<\/strong><\/p>\n

Not far from all of the above is Merdeka Square, or Independence Square. This is where the Malaysian flag was first raised in 1957, declaring independence from the British. In the center of it, there used to be a stadium for the local cricket team.<\/p>\n

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Around it are a number of interesting buildings from the colonial era such as: the Royal Selangor Club<\/strong> (a club of the upper British class), the church<\/strong> of the Virgin Mary, the Jamek Mosque<\/strong>\u00a0 (another Moorish-style mosque), the National Gallery, the National Textile Museum<\/strong> (like a folklore museum), the building of Sultan Abdul Samad<\/strong> (it has been a government building since 1897 and the same sound can be heard from its bell tower as from Big Ben).<\/p>\n

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The Sultan Abdul Samad Building<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Central <\/strong>Market, <\/strong>Kastuni <\/strong>walk<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can't be in the center of Kuala Lumpur and miss the Central Market, an Art Deco building that has been operating as a commercial space for 135 years and has been recognized by the Malaysian government as a Cultural Heritage Site of the country. Next to it is the Kastuni <\/strong>walk <\/strong>a covered market with street food, souvenirs and textiles.<\/p>\n\r\n