Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is the official residence of the Malaysian
King. It is also the cultural and
economic center of the nation. The
region has a year-round equatorial climate so it is warm and sunny most times
with plenty of rainfall during our winter months. The local population of 1.6 million is made
up of a mix of several distinct cultures including Malays, Chinese, Indians,
Eurasians and others. This distinctive
mix means cultural events are common throughout the city year round. For those who prefer more modern
entertainment, there are bar, nightclubs and lounges including western options
such as the Hard Rock Caf . Local
attractions include Kuala Lumpur Tower, mosques such as the Masjid Jamek, the
Baut Caves, the National Science Centre, and Zoo Negara. At Perdana Lake Gardens visitors can stroll
through the Butterfly Park, Deer Park, Orchid Garden, Bird Park and Hibiscus
Garden. Other parks scattered throughout
the city provide green space and recreation.
Three forest reserves within the city are home to monkeys, tree shrews,
squirrels and many types of birds. Kuala
Lumpur s version of Chinatown is called Petaling Street and features Chinese
medicines and herbs and every other type of good you can imagine. Souvenir hunters will delight in the
selection and prices of pewter and brass, wood carvings, pottery and
traditional fabrics. Electronics are
also well priced here but do make sure you know regulations at home and here
before taking anything out of the country.
For those who prefer the comfort of the indoors, several large mega
malls feature local and global products as well.