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Visiting the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur Tower, exploring Batu Caves... are some exciting experiences you cannot miss if you only have a day in Kuala Lumpur.
Discovering Kuala Lumpur in a Day
1. Visit the Petronas Twin Towers
Standing at 452m tall with 88 floors, the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur are considered the tallest twin structures in the world. One of the favorite attractions for many tourists when visiting this tower is the 28m long Skybridge connecting the two towers at levels 41 and 42. Tickets to the bridge are distributed for free in the morning. However, due to the limited number of tickets available for tourists, if you intend to go up the Skybridge, it's best to arrive early.
2. Explore Kuala Lumpur Tower (KL Tower)
With a height of 421m, KL Tower is one of the tallest telecommunications towers in the world. Here, you can take the elevator up to the observation deck at 276m above ground level to enjoy the view, dine at the revolving restaurant, and watch traditional dance performances.
Before leaving, you can take a stroll around the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, home to many diverse and abundant plant species that you can't find anywhere else.
3. Explore Batu Caves
Batu Caves is located about 13km north of the capital Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) and is a sacred place of worship for Hindus in Malaysia. To visit the main cave, tourists have to climb 272 steps. During the climb, you will see monkeys sitting quietly, peacefully observing tourists. You can reach this cave from Kuala Lumpur by train, bus, or taxi, taking about 30 minutes.
4. Indulge in Street Food Delights
Jalan Alor is the most famous food street in the capital Kuala Lumpur with dozens of food stalls serving Malaysian specialties as well as familiar dishes from other countries such as Chinese, Thai, Indian. When at Jalan Alor, be sure to enjoy dishes like nasi lemak, lor mee, kueh tutu, pisang goring, and more.
5. Shop at Shopping Centers
Bukit Bintang is the most famous and largest shopping district in Kuala Lumpur. Here, you'll find a plethora of luxury shopping centers, fashion boutiques, and entertainment hubs.
One of the most renowned shopping centers in this area is Pavilion KL, a favorite shopping destination for luxury enthusiasts. Across from Pavilion KL is Fahrenheit 88, suitable for travelers looking to purchase electronic products. You can also visit Berjaya Times Square, a shopping center with over 1,000 stores selling clothing, footwear, stylish fashion accessories, all at very affordable prices.
6. Shop at Night Markets
If you don't have the budget to go to shopping malls, then night markets or 'malam pasar' are the perfect destinations for you. One of the famous night markets in Kuala Lumpur is Petaling Street in Chinatown. It's an ideal place to discover the daily life scenes of the local people.
Especially, tourists can buy anything here, from gemstones, jewelry to fashion items, toys... at incredibly low prices. If you still haven't found the item you like in Petaling, you can head to Central Market, which specializes in selling handicrafts, souvenirs, and antiques for tourists.
7. Experience Vibrant Nightlife in Kuala Lumpur
After a day of sightseeing, dining, and enjoying yourself, you can experience the vibrant nightlife in Kuala Lumpur at Changkat Bukit Bintang or relax at any rooftop bar. Or if you enjoy live music performances, you can head to Jalan Sultan Ismail. Besides Changkat Bukit Bintang and Jalan Sultan Ismail, you can also immerse yourself in the nightlife at Jalan P. Ramlee, Asian Heritage Row, or Bangsar. These are all bustling, lively areas in Kuala Lumpur at night.
According to Traveltimes.vn
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Reference: Travel Guide from Mytour
MytourOctober 19, 2015
