Kuala Lumpur (KL) is in its totality, peripheral townships and all, a fairly large city of over 7 million people and may seem unwieldy to the unaccustomed eye. KL is the proud home of an amazing array of cultural and historical vestiges from a colorful past. It is also home to large Malay, Chinese, Indian communities, a number of lesser-known tribes, and a multitude of languages, religions, customs...
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must see right nowSpiritual Malaysia: The Batu Cavesposted Jul 20, 2010The Batu Caves, located about eight miles north of Kuala Lumpur, make for a great day trip for those seeking fun outdoor activities or rich cultural experiences. These caves, made of... read more |
Kuala Lumpur local flavorKuala Lumpur Local Flavorposted Jul 28, 2010Kopitiams are traditional breakfast and coffee shops found scattered around Southeast Asia. Each country has its own variant of these cafes, which have survived and thrived despite the onslaught of Starbucks type chains. In Malaysia, kopitiams refer specifically to the coffee shops owned and/or frequented ethnically Chinese Malays. Thus, the food served at Kuala Lumpur's kopitiams is Chinese, and is relatively simple items such as egg, toast, and kaya - a Malaysian condiment also known as 'coconut jam'. The drinks served are... read morerecent postsIndoors Shopping? Overrated. Visit Kuala Lumpur’s Night Markets |
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Kuala Lumpur NeighborhoodsA wealthy suburban area, Bangsar is a shopping and nightlife district popular with expats. Bangsar boosts high-end restaurants, bars and clubs. Nearby Midvalley is home to the ever-bustling MidValley... more neighborhoods History
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