Kuala Lumpur: An Introduction
Kuala Lumpur, or KL, has been the capital of Malaysia for over 125 years, growing from a tin prospector town in the jungle to a thriving modern metropolis. It is the federal, political and commercial capital of Malaysia as well as comfortably being the largest and most populous city. You will witness the extreme contrast of old and new; colonial style buildings sit side-by-side with modern high-rise structures, including the KLCC Petronas Twin Towers, one of the tallest buildings in the world.
The city offers visitors a wealth of sights, sounds and tastes, representing the crossroads of three cultures co-existing in one of the most electric cities in Southeast Asia. As with most Asian cities the streets come alive after dark and food becomes a celebrated daily event. Whether it be from the food stalls on Jalan Alor, Chinatown’s night market, the charming Kampung Baru, or a clay oven delight in little India, KL has something for everyone.
As culturally diverse and dynamic a city as you'll find anywhere on this planet