Nestled near the West Coast of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is a bustling city full of vibrant colors, wonderful food and mesmerizing architecture. Any one of these would be enough to warrant a visit, however, when you put them all together, they make for a magical experience.
Take a Walk
If you want to see what this amazing place really has to offer, then you need to go by foot. Kuala Lumpur is well-known for its traffic jams, so you won’t get to see much more than the vehicle in front of you.
Walking around, you get to hear and smell all the wonderful things going on in this busy city. This is a place where the modern meets the traditional in a way that works perfectly. Although this is the capital of Malaysia, it will at times feel like the village it once was.
The Street Food
One of the things you will notice about Kuala Lumpur is the abundance of food. Shaded by the majestic banyan trees, you will find streets lined with stalls selling all types of freshly cooked meals.
You will be carried along by the aroma of cooking and freshly made coffee along with a sea of color stretching out before you.
You could probably easily spend a day here, just sampling each dish and getting a taste of the traditional cuisine.
The Past meets Present
Since the capital was founded by Chinese and Malay prospectors, Kuala Lumpur has seen many changes. These are reflected in the different buildings you will see on your travels through the city.
From an aerial view, you can see the ancient monuments and the grand colonial buildings which were built by the British. Now, since independence in the 1950’s, you see a new age filled with iconic skyscrapers such as the Petronas Towers, reaching high into the air.
Shopping
No matter what you are looking for, there is sure to be something you will love about the shopping in Kuala Lumpur. It really has the whole spectrum of shops that will keep you busy for hours.
Firstly, there are the places like the Mid Valley Shopping Mall, fully air conditioned and home to the designer labels and big named brands. Then you have places such as Publika, where you can find independent designers and local labels.
If you are looking for something more personal, you can try the Central Market. Here you will find handicrafts, souvenirs and antique dealers.
There is so much to do in Kuala Lumpur that you could easily spend hours just walking around and experiencing everything it has to offer.
However, this city isn’t just about eating and shopping; there is also a vibrant nightlife with clubs and bars hosting live music and local entertainment.
And after all that, you can relax in one of the cities lush parks, soaking up the sun and planning the next part of your stay. There is a lot more for you to see, so make sure to leave enough time to visit everything before you head home.
