Joanna James
The city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's vibrant capital, is a popular destination for business as well as leisure. There are a number of good reasons to visit this entrancing city, like those described below.
Kuala Lumpur is rightfully renowned for the outstanding shopping opportunities it offers for visitors. Avid shoppers are sure to be captivated as they stroll through the stylish shopping malls featuring leading brands and designer names to be found in the city. In fact, it may be said that Kuala Lumpur offers a diverse selection of rewarding shopping experiences where visitors will have the chance to avail themselves of attractive bargains and discounts. You can also take the opportunity to experience different shopping venues like Chinatown, the Central Market and Little India.
You will see that Kuala Lumpur boasts a number of architectural highlights including some historical buildings. Meanwhile the famed Petronas Twin Towers, at one time the world's highest buildings are unquestionably a Malaysian icon. These towers are part of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre, a development that also includes an attractive mall, an appealing park, a convention centre and a number of hotels. Other well-known landmarks in the city include the KL Tower and the National Palace or Istana Negara, the residence of the Malaysian monarch.
Visitors who are interested in marine creatures are sure to be enthralled by Aquaria KLCC, an outstanding aquarium situated in the KL Convention Centre's basement. This aquarium is considered to be the biggest in the world, containing a diverse selection of sea creatures. Here you will have the opportunity to swim with sharks which is bound to be an unforgettable experience. You will also be able to walk across the tunnel which extends through the aquarium as you watch the fish being fed.
As you experience the city of Kuala Lumpur and its shopping and sightseeing attractions you will probably welcome a relaxed picnic as a respite from your exertions. In Kuala Lumpur, you will find a number of parks and areas of greenery that will appeal to leisure seekers. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a pleasant picnic with your family or friends amidst the captivating beauty of nature. The Deer Park, KL Lake Gardens, KLCC Park and KL Butterfly Park are some of the outstanding parks that you will find in this city.
Culture and history lovers will be in their element at Kuala Lumpur's fine museums. The esteemed National Museum will be an excellent place to commence your tour of the city's museums. This museum may be regarded as a priceless repository for Malaysia's rich culture and historical heritage. Some of the other outstanding museums in the city include the Cultural Museum, Malay World Gallery and the Islamic Arts Museum. Within these engrossing museums, you will encounter a diverse collection of fascinating exhibits relating to the culture and arts of Malaysia. A choice of accommodation to consider from which the National Museum would be within convenient reach would be Ascott Sentral Kuala Lumpur, which is amongst the well placed KL serviced apartments in the city.
The city of Kuala Lumpur may be described as being always lively, even into the hours of the night. Within this pulsating city, you will find a mesmerizing selection of nightlife, including discos, pubs, dance clubs, karaoke lounges and jazz bars. When it comes to nightspots the place to go is Bangsar, an area where you will find numerous attractive nightlife choices. If you enjoy socializing and having fun, the nightlife of Kuala Lumpur will not disappoint.
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