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Kuala Lumpur - "City of Cultual Diversity"

Tuesday, May 17, 2011 11:23 AM TOIP
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KL, the capital city of Malaysia "truly Asia", has transformed from a humble tin mining village to a bustling metropolis This Asian cyber-city retains the historic temples and mosques along with some of the tallest skyscrapers in the Southeast Asia.The most memorable thing in KL is the culture and coexistence of various ethical groups, Malays, Chinese, Indians and the British.
Photo Credits: www.destination360.com
Facts:
Currency: Ringgits (RM or MYR) [1 MYR = Rs. 14.83] rate at the time of blog post
Language: Malay/ Bahasa Malaysia
Time Difference: 2 1/2 hrs ahead of IST
Best Time to visit: Nov-March

Get in:
Visa: Indian Nationals are no logger eligible for visa on-arrival. Valid Tourist visa is required before entering the country.
Flights: Metropolitan cities in India have direct flights to KL. Air Asia is a Major no-frill airlines to Malaysia. Air Asia flies from Bangalore, Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi and Tiruchirapalli. Air India Express (Indian low cost airlines) also flies to KL from Chennai and Tiruchirapalli.
Boats, Trains and Buses are also available from the neighboring countries of Malaysia.

Getting Around:
Trains, Monorails and Buses are the major mode of transport. KL Sentral is the major transportation hub. Prepaid cards and maps are available at all the stations. Metered taxi is also a very reliable and can be seen at all major sites and stations.

Attractions:
KL is one of those cities which doesn't boost many must-see. The highlight of the city is the people and their life. Most of the visitors spend at least 2 days to enjoy sight seeing, shopping and eating.
1. Petronas Twin Tower
2. Kuala Lumpur City Center (KLCC)
3. Aquaria KLCC
4. Menara KL Towers
5. National Mosque
6. Batu Caves
7. KL Railway Station
8. KL Bird Park
9. Petaling Street, Chinatown
10. Cosmo's World Theme Park
Photo Credits: www.destination360.com
Do:
1. If you are in KL during Thaipusum, Hindu Festival, visit Batu Caves to watch the celebration
2. Enjoy shopping and night-life in the KL's Golden Triangle. The Golden Triangle covers the busy shopping area of Bukit Bintang, 5-star hotel strip of Jalan Sultan Ismail, The Jalan P. Ramlee party street and KLCC.
3. Chinatown is a haven for shopping and street food.
4. During F1 season, head to Sepang Formula One circuit (50 km from KL)
Tips:
1. If you want an excellent view of the city, head to Petronas Towers. It has a observatory viewing bridge between levels 41 and 42. The tickets to the viewing bridge is free and limited. Reach the tower early in the morning to collect the tickets, there will be a long queue.

Side Trips:
1. Genting Highlands - City of Entertainment. Casino and Theme Park is the mark of the place. The city can be reached in 40 mins by road from KL.
2. Putrajaya - The new Federal Administrative center of Malaysia. Has many beautiful federal buildings. It can be reached by KL International airport Transit.

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