Kuala Lumpur Trip Overview
Kuala Lumpur is a potpouri of diverse cultures with Malays, Chinese and Indians. The colonial landmarks are Sultan Abdul Samad Building, St Mary’s Cathedral, Jamek Mosque are British architectural marvels. We got our Independence from the British on 31 August 1957. Design are usually Moorish or Tudor styled and come under a heritage trust. Places of visit would be National Monument, National Mosque, Old Railway Station, Abdul Samad Building, Masjid Jamek, Little India and Bustling Chinatown.
^ Visit Iconic Batu Caves and climb 272 steps into the temple of Hindu Deity honored during Hindu festival of “Thaipusam”.
^ Photo shoot of Twin Towers.
^ Banana Leaf Lunch – an assortment of vegetables, pickles and “Papadam served on a Banana Leaf to be eaten with fingers.
^ Live Commentary by English speaking Guide awarded Excellence Certificate by Viator.
Additional Info
Duration: 1 to 6 hours
Starts: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is a potpouri of diverse cultures with Malays, Chinese and Indians. The colonial landmarks are Sultan Abdul Samad Building, St Mary’s Cathedral, Jamek Mosque are British architectural marvels. We got our Independence from the British on 31 August 1957. Design are usually Moorish or Tudor styled and come under a heritage trust. Places of visit would be National Monument, National Mosque, Old Railway Station, Abdul Samad Building, Masjid Jamek, Little India and Bustling Chinatown.
^ Visit Iconic Batu Caves and climb 272 steps into the temple of Hindu Deity honored during Hindu festival of “Thaipusam”.
^ Photo shoot of Twin Towers.
^ Banana Leaf Lunch – an assortment of vegetables, pickles and “Papadam served on a Banana Leaf to be eaten with fingers.
^ Live Commentary by English speaking Guide awarded Excellence Certificate by Viator.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Royal Selangor Visitor Centre, 4 Jalan Usahawan 6 Setapak Jaya, Kuala Lumpur 53300 Malaysia
Tin is mined in Malaysia and Pewter is a combination of tin, copper and antimony to make exclusive handicrafts, A guided factory tour awaits you and all items are hand crafted. This is school of hard knocks.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Gombak, Batu Caves 68100 Malaysia
Visit the iconic and colorful Batu Caves and climb 272 steps into the temple of Hindu Deity who is honored during Thaipusam every year. Its during this time that devotees who have gotten their vows fulfilled, come by to pay homage and thanksgiving. Usually the crowd swells to nearly 1 million with people coming from afar during the Thaipusam festival every year in January or February. The 140 feet Statue of a Deity is mesmerizing.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Jalan Raja Merdeka Square, Kuala Lumpur 50050 Malaysia
This area is iconic in that it has the most beautiful buildings of Moorish and Tudor styled architecture built by the British. A Much photographed place. It is here that Malaysia got her Independence on 31 August 1957 from the British. St Mary’s Anglican Church has the Queen of England as its Patron and the Clubhouse is a relaxation club for the elites.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Little India Brickfields, Jalan Travers to Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur 50470 Malaysia
This place is specially designated for the Indian Community with Indian restaurants and shops selling mainly traditional Indian goods as in sarees, Bollywood music, flowers, local Indian delicacies and sweets. After a photo shoot session, you will be treated to a unique Banana Leaf lunch and you eat with your fingers – a take home experience !
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jamek Mosque, Jalan Tun, Kuala Lumpur 56000 Malaysia
The Jamek Mosque is also an iconic landmark and the oldest. It was built by the British with Mughal, Islamic and Moorish design architecture. It is here that Kuala Lumpur got her name at the confluence of 2 rivers – the Gombak and Klang Rivers. Kuala is estuary and Lumpur is Mud.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: National Monument, Jalan Taming Sari Lake Gardens, Kuala Lumpur 50480 Malaysia
The National Monument was built in remembrance of our fallen heroes. A photo shoot and live commentary by guide. Also visit the King’s Palace and every 5 years we have a King elected by their fellow Sultans.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Petaling Street Market, Jalan Petaling City Centre, 3 Min Walk from Central Market Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur 50000 Malaysia
A drive past a bustling and colorful Petaling Street better known as Chinatown selling a variety of items from fashion clothings to electronics to exotic foods. Pre war houses and beautiful temples and sprawling flea markets. You could get your fake Rolex watches and T shirts of all brands faked.
Duration: 1 hour
