This vibrant capital of Malaysia had its origins as a tin mining outpost in the l800s.
The hub of commerce, politics, culture and education, Kuala Lumpur’s skyline is a striking contrast of ultra-modern structures and
charming heritage buildings. The imposing Petronas Twin Towers, the world’s tallest twin building,
is a major draw for most visitors.
Ill’s fascinating sights, irresistible shopping, endless festivals,
exciting nightlife and gastronomic delights make it an exciting holiday destination.
Kuala Lumpur, welcome to you.
One of key attractions is its extreme contrasts. Towering skyscrapers look down upon wooden houses built on stilts,
and five-star hotels sit several metres away from ancient reefs.
For the perfect holiday full of surprises, eclectic cultures and natural wonders, the time is now, the place is Malaysia.
Be the Kuala Lumpur as your holiday destination, you will have the time of your life with fond memories that will last forever.
Welcome - There is so much attractions in Kuala Lumpur, Enjoy and Experience on it!
:: HIGHLIGHT & NEWS::
MALAYSIA F1 Sepang 2010, Kick Off F1 Promotion in KLCC
Priced as low as RM100 plus offering discounts for students and special packages for groups. “This should be the most exciting season in years in Formula 1 especially from the Malaysian perspective and it is our wish to see everyone in the ‘I Love F1’ t-shirt filling the circuit on race day.” read more
MAS clinches Skytrax awards
It is a double celebration for Malaysia Airlines as it was awarded the “5-Star airline" for the 5th consecutive year and
the “World’s Best Cabin Staff” for the 7th time by Skytrax. Malaysia Airlines has been accredited as a 5-Star airline by Skytrax since 2005. Its cabin crew has won the “World’s Best Cabin Staff" award for 2001-2004, 2007, 2009-2010 – the most for any airline. read more
AirAsia to expand in Asia AirAsia Bhd is gearing up for network expansion in India with more destinations after achieving a wide coverage in China. The company currently has about 200 flights a week to seven cities in China. read more
Malaysia a big Asian region winner at World Travel Awards
LONDON: Malaysia swept seven Asian awards at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2009’s regional finals here. Tourism Malaysia’s “Malaysia: Truly Asia” tagline was also voted Asia’s leading marketing campaign read more
Malaysia lends itself very well as an ideal destination for a holiday. Good infrastructure and easy
accessibility along with a combination of transportation choices makes travelling fast and easy with an exciting.
And the other hand Malaysia has a wealth of diverse attractions such as golden sandy beaches, islands, resorts,
shopping, exotic cuisines, exotic under water marine life, sweeping coastlines, sporting events, modern environment,
tropical beauty with flora and fauna, multi-ethnic cultures, cities and villages which make your trip an enjoyable
and fantastic.
Coming Events and Celebrations Laman Budaya Rakyatnew - must see event ( 9 January 2010 Until 27 November 2010 )
The Laman Budaya Rakyat event is held every Saturday at Dataran Merdeka starting 9 January 2010. There will be perfomances, crafts, paintings, food and much more on display! Le Tour de Langkawi 2010 ( 1 March 2010 Until 7 March 2010 )
15th Edition of Asia’s premier cycling event, Le Tour de Langkawi 2010 is back! The race will go through seven states of Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, Johor, Malaka, Negeri Sembilan, Selangor and two Federal Territories; which are Putrajaya and Kuala Lumpur. Thaipusam ( 30 January 2010 Until 30 January 2010 )
Thaipusam is an annual Hindu festival where devotees perform various rituals and carry ‘kavadis’ or ornate frames as acts of devotion and penance. The main venue is the world-renowned Batu Caves temple, set within a limestone cave. A massive crowd made up of locals and foreigners will make Thaipusam an extraordinary spectacle. Celebrations are observed in Penang, Johor and several other states. Chinese New Year ( 14 February 2010 Until 15 February 2010 )
Chinese New Year is a time for celebration and merrymaking. Family reunion feasts and open houses are a common feature and children receive ‘ang pows’ or little red money packets from the elders. Don’t miss the exciting lion and dragon dance performances at shopping malls and homes! Merdeka Month Celebration ( 1 August 2010 Until 31 August 2010 )
The date marks a commemoration of Malaysia’s 53nd year of Independence, celebrated in a joyous mood by all Malaysians. Highlights include parades, fireworks displays and much more! Join in the merriment!
Ramadan Bazaar ( 11 August 2010 Until 9 September 2010 )
In conjunction with the Muslims’ fasting month of Ramadan, the Ramadan Bazaar is organised throughout the country. This bustling evening bazaar offers sumptuous delicacies for the breaking of fast. Malaysia Saving Sale ( 29 November - 3 January 2010 ) Throughout Malaysia
Khazanah, Boustead in RM50m KidZania venture
A RM50 million educational theme park from Mexico, KidZania, will open by early 2012 at a new building in Mutiara Damansara in Selangor, just across from the Curve shopping mall.
Google Maps Zooms in on Malaysia The Malaysian version of Google Maps will include information on roads, addresses and hundreds of thousands of businesses all over the country to provide users with a comprehensive, fast and easy-to-use source of local information, such as online maps, satellite imagery, driving directions, addresses and businesses listings.Users can search any Malaysian travel destination - landmarks, shopping centres, parks, etc - with no sweat involved.
Bandar Tasik Selatan Ganti Terminal Puduraya Projek Terminal Pengangkutan Bersepadu Bandar Tasik Selatan bernilai RM570 juta bagi mengambil alih fungsi Terminal Puduraya yang uzur sekali gus memberikan keselesaan kepada pengguna dijangka mula digunakan pada 2010.
LCCT to get bigger and better THE number of passenger arrivals at the Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT-KLIA) in Sepang is expected to reach nine million by the end of this year, an increase of 1.4 million from last year, said Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) senior general manager (operations) Datuk Azmi Murad.
Rakan COP (Friends Community Oriented Policing)
Fight Against Crime, Publics be ear and eye for Police!
Hotline: 03 2115 9999 or SMS: POLISMK to 32728
For info:http://www.rakancop.net
Hop On-Hop Off Double Decker Bus in Kuala Lumpur
The first of its kind in Malaysia, it is built based on the "hop on hop off" concept. Tourists can now go to 42 major attractions in Kuala Lumpur in just one bus. More info..
RAPID KL -
Convenient and comfortable travel anywhere in KL Have RM2 will travel
Just one RM2 ticket for the day and you can ride all over the city, hop on and off at as many shops as you wish. Take the RAPID KL City Shuttle and enjoy convenient and comfortable travel anywhere in KL
Just a few minutes and your bus is here!
For more info:
http://www.rapidkl.com.my http://www.putralrt.com.my/rapidbus_cityshuttle_map.htm
Now you can enjoy cashless (Touch n Go card) at Komuter, Monorel, Putra, Star, Rapid KL Bus
There are also some that said that RON92 oil will make the engine dirty and also said that that RON92 oil is less powerful compared to RON97 and RON99. Before you make any false assumptions, let us see what the real meaning of RON is.
Booking Airplane Fares Early Is A Must In most cases, booking your air tickets as far in advance of your trip as possible is usually the best way to go for cheap airline tickets to your destination.
Booking Kuala Lumpur hotels online new Booking your hotel online makes planning your trip simple. Rooms are available to reserve online for many of the hotels you will find in Kuala Lumpur. Spending some time researching areas and prices before you get to KL saves you the hassle of trying to find somewhere to stay when you arrive. This will give you more time to spend enjoying the city when you get here.
The tips for fuel-efficiency are valuable information to all travelers. Because petrol fuel prices is running at an all-time high and definitely cost of traveling will increase.
Shopping 3x
Malaysia is a shopper's paradise. Malaysia Ringgit exchange is comparatively lower, so the money from outside can be stretched further here. Shopping in Kuala Lumpur, the commercial hub of the country promises variety, value and convenience.
Among those items, the popular for visitors and recommended to look closely is batik, pewterware, pottery, silk, gold, woodcarving, quality fabrics, elegant footwear, exclusive watches, computer, camera, electrical appliances, electronic equipment and do not forgot to try varieties of foods here.
When to shopping
The Mega Sale Shopping Carnival is the episode where everybody wants to buy everything. Your pocket will light because of crazy price offered. This event held three times a year where usually at month April, August and December.
Shopping centre mostly operate from 10am to 10pm.
Modern Public Transportation System
TAXIS - taxi fares are based on a meter rate. The normal fare is RM2 for the first km and passengers will be charged 10sen for every 200m and 10sen for every 45 seconds of idle time (traffic jams). BUSES - bus service such as Rapid KL, Metrobus, City Liner and Feeder Buses can bring you every place at KL with cheaper cost. The main bus terminals are KL Sentral, Puduraya, Hentian Putra, Pekeliling and Hentian Duta. LRT - KTM Komuter, KL Monorail, Putra, STAR and ERL is Light Rail Transit service available here - view the map route.
For those looking for a different cultural experience, or even just a great holiday destination, then adding Malaysia to your travel list will not disappoint. A Malaysian holiday can be a relaxed resort style getaway on one of the islands such as Sabah or Langkawi, bargain shopping and sight-seeing in the capital Kuala Lumpur, or perhaps a combination of both to let you experience the diversity of this amazing country.
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