"31th August--Special Day of Malaysia" Kuala Lumpur by Manyana

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on Independence Day--Merdeka - Kuala Lumpur

Merdeka! Merdeka!

Merdeka (Independence Day) is celebrated 31th, August. On that day, Malaysian people agreed to live for their country, make it a better place, since so, they live in harmony toward one goal.
It starts at the early morning 7.00 am to the noon. The Malaysian Sultan also attends. All people of all ethnics participate in that ceremony.
I never forget the view of physical disabled people who participated. The star on the glag represents the 14 Welayat (states) of Malaysia.*

Culture...

diversity toward one goal,KL-a

KL is the capitol of cultural diversity, Malays with their different races and tourists with different nationalities. I like this picture, colors represent diversity but they are all in one path toward one goal

nature...

beauty of unknown journey, KL-a

KL is full of natural scenes and parks, birds, flowers and lakes. You feel you'd breathe green, which always sustains harmony in the hearts of all malays and tourists as well.

Pros and Cons

Pros:cheap transportation and accommodation, cultural history
Cons:spicy food
In a nutshell:a flower of different colors--multiculturalism

Last visit to Kuala Lumpur: Aug 2002
Intro Updated Dec 21, 2005
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Reviews (9)

Malay greeting Local Customs (1)

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a Royal Guard, Malay costume - Kuala Lumpur

Royal Palace Things to Do (5)

You can see the Royal Guards dressing with the Malay costumes and British ones. No entry fees. Usually this tour is... more travel advice

Don't miss the Pilgrimage Things to Do (5)

Batu Caves believed to exist millions of years ago. It has around 5 temples inside the cave and the bottom of the... more travel advice

Menarat of KL Things to Do (5)

This minaret considered to be the 2nd highest in KL after Twin Tower. You can go up there but wait for a longer... more travel advice

Shopping (1)
Twin Towers, KLCC

Transportation (2)
See All KL red taxis

Travelogues (1)

Written Apr 19, 2004

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Comments (11)

belinthe Jan 17, 2010 at 10:12 PM Report Abuse

Taxi fares have gone up in the recent years. They start at Rm3 now.
Fra.da. Mar 7, 2007 at 8:45 AM Report Abuse

:) Yes she is well. She will turn 88 this year :)
bpacker Dec 28, 2006 at 6:54 PM Report Abuse

Great pg, Amani, looks like you've checked out quite a no. of places in Malaysia!
Jim_Eliason Dec 14, 2006 at 2:42 PM Report Abuse

Great tips!
magor65 Nov 23, 2006 at 1:18 PM Report Abuse

It's already seven years since my visit to KL. Twin Towers were the highest building in the world back then. I did feel dizzy looking at the city from the top. Thanks for bringing back the memories.
volopolo Oct 15, 2006 at 9:01 AM Report Abuse

lovely page! Nikos
Wild_Orchid Jan 27, 2005 at 4:11 AM Report Abuse

the results? Kuta beach I believe -I've forgotten which contest? or 17 wild orchids?? :-))
Orkaena Jul 6, 2004 at 10:27 AM Report Abuse

Very nice Kuala Lumpur page, little sister, and with good sense of humor. Thanks for sharing your points of view.
travelife May 13, 2004 at 10:57 PM Report Abuse

Wonderful Kuala Lumpur page!
chancay Apr 21, 2004 at 7:51 AM Report Abuse

Interesting page with helpful info and nice fotos ;-)