"the city I grew up in..." Kuala Lumpur by dragontml

Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide: 5,926 reviews and 13,250 photos

Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia

Is centrally located on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Covering an area of 243 sq. km. Kuala Lumpur was conferred city status on February 11 1972 and declared as a Federal Territory in 1974.

KL city

Kuala Lumpur, meaning a muddy confluence, had its origins as a shanty mining outpost for the tin trade in the 1800's at that confluence of the Gombak and Klang rivers. Today, KL as it is popularly known, is a bustling metropolis, the principal center of trade and commerce, banking and finance, information technology, politics, entertainment and international activities.

KL Tower

The city skyline is rapidly changing and the Petronas Twin Towers standing at 452 m as well as the Menara Kuala Lumpur, the world's fourth tallest TV tower. Modern transportation that include the Light Rail Transit system and a Rapid Transit monorail system.

Kuala Lumpur, the commercial hub of Malaysia, abounds with a vibrant blend of shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities for visitors.

Pros and Cons

Pros:a growing vibrant modern city...
Cons:traffic jam when it rains !
In a nutshell:come, stay & enjoy the colors that Malaysia can offer !

Intro Updated Jun 20, 2004
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Reviews (73)

Jan05 VT Meet @ Safron Things to Do (22)

Sam, organised this meet on 29/1/05 7:30pm at Saffron. Indian cuisine dinner and we had a start with Yee Sang.... more travel advice

VT Meet @ Marcia's place Things to Do (22)

February 6 was the date of the montly KL VTers meet which was held at VTer Quero's (Marcia) home. It was a great evening... more travel advice

Bistro Tapas Bar Nightlife (7)

This was the venue for KL's 3rd monthly meet. Cuban styled interior decorated with antiques and artifacts, wine room &... more travel advice

Masjid Jamek Things to Do (22)

It was built in 1909 making it KL's oldest mosque. Sits right at the point where two rivers, the Kelang and Gombak... more travel advice

Restaurants (8)
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Warnings and Dangers (5)
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Off The Beaten Path (1)
Templer Park, Selangor
Hotels (8)
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aussirose Feb 14, 2013 at 2:25 AM

Heya mate. I'm getting excited now....just looking at all your meets lol :o) See you soon. Ann xx
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glabah Jun 15, 2009 at 12:12 PM

You were the featured traveler when I logged in just now. I wanted to see what you had to say about your city. Thanks for taking the time to write these things!
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kokoryko Oct 5, 2008 at 11:02 AM

So many things to see in KL! Thanks for the tips, Mei. I was several times there and hope I will have more time to visit next time and use your tips. And of course have a black pepper crab at Jalan Alor.
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benazer Jan 12, 2008 at 4:21 PM

Very interesting KL pages,I'll go there some day soon.
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cheekyccy Dec 20, 2007 at 10:14 AM

can tell exactly which stall and what food is nice there.It would really be helpful!better to go at nite or noon time?
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richardbussie Oct 31, 2007 at 6:41 AM

Nasi Lemak is good but better one is behind the KIOSK jln Imbi.. opposite Grand Palace niteclub Stall by side of SP Corner Mamak stall..Open at 9pm till 2am, Fluffy fragant rice, chilli/fried chicken,sotong and best i tasted so far..
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ines2003 Jul 9, 2007 at 3:03 AM

very full life, travel, friends, food, sport, water, etc, hua you are good inspiration for teh woman..nice pictures
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volopolo Jan 16, 2007 at 4:31 AM

lovely page, Nikos
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RoyJava May 5, 2006 at 11:43 AM

Just a few moments on the way to Penang at Kuala Lumpur, your pages made me rindu ke Malaysia, tnq Mei... will be back to explore more of it, greetzzz RoyJava
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ellielou Dec 24, 2005 at 2:51 PM

nice pages...can't wait to visit there in March!