Malaysia – as a famous advert proclaims – is truly Asia. You
find people from Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, China, Indonesia, Korea and of
course native Malaysia. We were staying at a luxurious studio apartment that we
booked on airbnb.com – it had a swimming pool on the 30-something floor
overlooking the Petronas Towers. We were not complaining. We first spent a
couple of nights in KL. Then we went to Langkawi (Part 2)
KL is a very clean city with beautifully architectureD high
rise buildings. The city is famous for housing the once tallest tower – Petronas
Towers. Come day or night – this is still a marvel to look at.
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| The world famous Petronas Towers |
But apart from the famous Petronas towers, KL has so much to
offer.
Things to do :
1. Take a cab and go to the natural Hot Springs – On the way
stop by at the King’s palace and the Batu caves.
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| The Kings Palace - overlooking the city |
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The long stairway to Batu caves
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| Hola. |
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The tallest statue of Lord Muruguppa
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The water is piping hot - it's said to have medicinal properties
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| They like their cats. |
2. Go to the Thean Hou
Temple – it’s a Chinese temple in the heart of KL.
3. For all those of you
haven’t ever been to an underwater aquarium – (well this is actually not one )
– the Aquaria in KLCC comes quite close. You can spot sharks and rays.
4. For the music
lovers, there’s a Dewan
Filharmonik or Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (you can actually
book tickets and check the lineup of plays online). Even if you’re not a fan
of orchestra, a couple of hours here will surely leave you awestruck. (Couldn't take pics - not allowed - but it's huge and grand I assure you)
5. Finally, the shopping
(Yes! I haven’t forgotten the shopaholics who go to KL just for shopping) –
From some of the uptown malls to street shopping, KL has it all. We went to the
Petaling Street Market (You must negotiate)
We had also traveled to a nearby town called Kuala Selangor to watch fireflies - I wouldn't say it was the best experience but the drive in a new country is always beautiful. We were taken in a boat in the dark ( I think around 7 - 8 PM ) - we did see a few fireflies flickering in the dark alongside the river.
Something I always do
every time I visit a new place is walk around and explore a little on my own.
You’ll be surprised.
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While walking around the Petronas Towers, we came across this
very green and cool patch of trees (in the concrete jungle !) |
With Air Asia and other airlines having sky wars, you're sure to get a good deal to KL. Visa is going to cost you a bit ( It's approx 4k currently I guess ). Food even for vegetarians isn't a problem ! You'll always find your Saravana Bhavan :) For acco, I suggest you check the online portals makemytrip.com / cleartrip.com or yatra ( We booked using airbnb.com as we wanted an apartment of our own ) - To make the most of your holiday, visit the nearby Genting Highlands or Langkawi or the Malacca straits. The currency is Malaysian Ringitt ( Approx 20 INR = 1 RM )
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