Kuala Lumpur & Sepang Gold Coast Hotels
Kuala Lumpur & Sepang Gold Coast Information
Things to see and do
KL's extensive shopping malls, markets and local shops will definitely unleash the hidden shopper in everyone! Western brands plus local handicrafts and ethnic products. Experience the rich culture of historic Kuala Lumpur through its art galleries, diverse architecture, craft centres and cultural attractions. Go sightseeing and view KL from the top of the world's tallest building. Take time out for golf, or explore around the national parks outside the city.
Petronas Twin Towers & The Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) - The Petronas Twin Towers are Kuala Lumpurs most prominent landmark. At 452 meters-high, it is the worlds second highest structure and was built in 1998. The towers design and architecture are inspired by Islamic art with a modern outlook, reflected by its steel and glass façade. A sky bridge connects the two towers mid-way, and it is here that visitors can come up and catch a birds eye view of the surrounding city.
At the base of the Twin Towers is a popular upmarket shopping mall, mostly for tourists and societys upper class. Called Suria KLCC, the mall houses a large array of expensive fashion shops and other elite stores such as Marks and Spencer. The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra is also located inside the Towers base. Outside, there is a beautifully-landscaped park where visitors can conduct recreational exercise or simply stroll around the marble paths and admire the fountains and flowers. Theres also a wading pool thats free for children to swim in.
Menara Kuala Lumpur - the KL Tower, or Menara Kuala Lumpur, is the worlds fifth tallest structure at 421 meters-high. A telecommunications tower, it was completed in 1995 and houses a revolving restaurant at the top. Visitors can climb Bukit Nanas to access the building and head by lift to the observatory deck on top. Here, there are built-in telescopes that they can use to zoom in on parts of the surrounding city.
Batu Caves - is located north of Kuala Lumpur city and is actually part of Selangor state. The large limestone hill is shaped like one big mound, where the middle part holds the main cavern with 272 steps leading up to its entrance. Predominantly a religious site of worship for Hindus, the main cave has a few altars and statues. Walking past them will lead you to an opening in the roof of the hill, where sunlight filters in through into the cave.
Along the way up the steps, there is another cave, which is called the Dark Cave. This is a cave with restricted access as it holds a diverse range of fauna, such as spiders, bats and snakes. However, there are tours available to enter and explore the 2-km Dark Cave. While exploring Batu Caves, do watch out for naughty monkeys that will brazenly nick your bags for food when you look away.
Sultan Abdul Samad building - the Sultan Abdul Samad Building was built in 1896 and named after the reigning Sultan at that time. A historically-significant building, it was used to house the Federal Court before they moved to Putrajaya. The buildings architecture reflects Moorish themes with plenty of copper dome minarets. A 40-foot clock tower rests in the middle. During National Day, it is often a backdrop for the parades that take place past Dataran Merdeka, just opposite the building. Today, it is no longer used for official purposes but is an important tourist attraction and historical landmark in KL.
Little India - Kuala Lumpurs own Little India is found along Masjid India Street which is near Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman. A short stretch of Indian shops are the trademark of this place, retailing traditional Indian goods such as milk, breads, flower garlands and Bollywood music. While Indian music blasts away on the street, visitors can soak in the colourful sights on the street. For those who want to wet their taste buds; there are many eateries along the street for you to choose from, which enable you to try authentic Indian food and sip some Teh Tarik, a local tea that is popular with all races.
