TRAVEL KUALALUMPUR
(Including Genting Highlands – Putrajaya – Mallaca)
(Including Genting Highlands – Putrajaya – Mallaca)
GENERAL INFORMATION- Kuala Lumpur (KL) is the capital of Malaysia as well as its largest city. The city was once home to the executive and judicial branches of the federal government, but they were moved to Putrajaya in early 1999. The official residence of the Malaysian King, the Istana Negara, is also situated in Kuala Lumpur. It is located within the heart of Selangor state. It is bordered by mountainous ranges on all sides except in the East, which is why Kuala Lumpur and its adjoining areas are called the 'Klang Valley'. Over time, Kuala Lumpur has progressed into one of Southeast Asia's most prominent, modern and sophisticated cities, attracting visitors from the across the world. The population of Kuala Lumpur is a unique and evenly balanced mixture of Malay, Chinese, Indian and diverse. Kuala Lumpur is the cultural, financial and economic center of Malaysia due to its position as the capital as well as being a key city.
HISTORY- Kuala Lumpur began life in 1857. It was then that a member of Selangor's royal family, Raja Abdullah, decided to open up an area in the Klang Valley for tin prospectors. Miners from China soon arrived and despite pestilence (deadly disease) that killed a large number of them, the Chinese miners thrived, attracting merchants and businesses. The commercial area of tin trading was located in the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers and it was here that Kuala Lumpur was established. During this time, which was the Brinish colonial period, the tin miners were often involved in gang warfare, disrupting the peace and stability of the tin trade. The British authorities decided to appoint a Chinese captain, called 'Kaptian' to administer the area and ensure its order. After two Kapitans had finished their appointed period of duties, Yah Ah Loy stepped up to take the mantle. It was this third Kapitan that really changed and prospered Kuala Lumpur. Under his leadership, Kuala Lumpur transformed from a sleepy town into a prominent commercial hub in Selangor. The mines developed into a trading post, which in turn evolved into a frontier town. Indeed, the city's name translates from Malay as 'Muddy Confluence', into one of Southeast Asia's most prosperous and vibrant capital cities. He developed the city, and planned the layout of the city. This in turn led KL to become national capital of the newly formed Federated Malay States at the end of the 19th century. Different communities settled into distinct areas within the city – the Chinese around Chinatown and the commercial district, Malays and Indians along Java Street and the British around Padang, now known as Merdeka Square. Its growth continued until capture by the Japanese in 1942, which halted progress for nearly four years. In 1957, Malaysia gained independence from the British and it was announced and declared in Kuala Lumpur, making it a historically significant city. In 1974, Kuala Lumpur was formally removed from the jurisdiction of Selangor state and made into a Federal Territory, as Malaysia's booming economic capital.
GEOGRAPHY- Its location on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, which has wider flat land than the east coast. It is approximately 35 km from the coast and sits at the center of the Peninsula's extensive and modern transportation network.
CLIMATE- It has a tropical climate with temperatures ranging around 20 to 300 C. Kuala Lumpur is located at the west coast of the Peninsular of Malaysia where monsoon rains usually takes place around November to February. During non-monsoon season, Kuala Lumpur is usually hot and dry during the day and rather cooling at night.
MONTH JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
HIGH 32 33 33 33 33 32 33 32 32 32 32 31
LOW 22 23 23 24 24 24 23 23 23 23 23 23
AREA- 243km2
POPULATION- 17,00,000
CO-ORDINATES- 3°8′51″N 101°41′36″E
TIME ZONE- UTC+8 Summer DST not applicable
AIRPORT- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is located approximately 45 kilometers (28 miles) from Kuala Lumpur city center. Kuala Lumpur International Airport has three parallel runways (two for main KLIA and one for KLIA2). Two KLIA operational runways are located 2 kilometers from each other, which are designed for simultaneous take-offs and landings. The first is 4,000 m × 60 m. The second runway is 4,019 m × 60 m. Runway 3 for KLIA2 is 4,000 m × 60 m and is monitored by a dedicated separate air traffic control (ATC) tower which is currently the tallest ATC tower in the world.
ATTRACTONS & SIGHTS-
HISTORY- Kuala Lumpur began life in 1857. It was then that a member of Selangor's royal family, Raja Abdullah, decided to open up an area in the Klang Valley for tin prospectors. Miners from China soon arrived and despite pestilence (deadly disease) that killed a large number of them, the Chinese miners thrived, attracting merchants and businesses. The commercial area of tin trading was located in the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers and it was here that Kuala Lumpur was established. During this time, which was the Brinish colonial period, the tin miners were often involved in gang warfare, disrupting the peace and stability of the tin trade. The British authorities decided to appoint a Chinese captain, called 'Kaptian' to administer the area and ensure its order. After two Kapitans had finished their appointed period of duties, Yah Ah Loy stepped up to take the mantle. It was this third Kapitan that really changed and prospered Kuala Lumpur. Under his leadership, Kuala Lumpur transformed from a sleepy town into a prominent commercial hub in Selangor. The mines developed into a trading post, which in turn evolved into a frontier town. Indeed, the city's name translates from Malay as 'Muddy Confluence', into one of Southeast Asia's most prosperous and vibrant capital cities. He developed the city, and planned the layout of the city. This in turn led KL to become national capital of the newly formed Federated Malay States at the end of the 19th century. Different communities settled into distinct areas within the city – the Chinese around Chinatown and the commercial district, Malays and Indians along Java Street and the British around Padang, now known as Merdeka Square. Its growth continued until capture by the Japanese in 1942, which halted progress for nearly four years. In 1957, Malaysia gained independence from the British and it was announced and declared in Kuala Lumpur, making it a historically significant city. In 1974, Kuala Lumpur was formally removed from the jurisdiction of Selangor state and made into a Federal Territory, as Malaysia's booming economic capital.
GEOGRAPHY- Its location on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, which has wider flat land than the east coast. It is approximately 35 km from the coast and sits at the center of the Peninsula's extensive and modern transportation network.
CLIMATE- It has a tropical climate with temperatures ranging around 20 to 300 C. Kuala Lumpur is located at the west coast of the Peninsular of Malaysia where monsoon rains usually takes place around November to February. During non-monsoon season, Kuala Lumpur is usually hot and dry during the day and rather cooling at night.
MONTH JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
HIGH 32 33 33 33 33 32 33 32 32 32 32 31
LOW 22 23 23 24 24 24 23 23 23 23 23 23
AREA- 243km2
POPULATION- 17,00,000
CO-ORDINATES- 3°8′51″N 101°41′36″E
TIME ZONE- UTC+8 Summer DST not applicable
AIRPORT- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is located approximately 45 kilometers (28 miles) from Kuala Lumpur city center. Kuala Lumpur International Airport has three parallel runways (two for main KLIA and one for KLIA2). Two KLIA operational runways are located 2 kilometers from each other, which are designed for simultaneous take-offs and landings. The first is 4,000 m × 60 m. The second runway is 4,019 m × 60 m. Runway 3 for KLIA2 is 4,000 m × 60 m and is monitored by a dedicated separate air traffic control (ATC) tower which is currently the tallest ATC tower in the world.
ATTRACTONS & SIGHTS-
001-PETRONAS TWIN TOWRES- Soaring to a height of 452 meters (1483ft), the 88-storey twin structure is Kuala Lumpur's crown jewel. Majestic by day and dazzling at night, When the Petronas Twin Towers were completed in 1998 and was declared the tallest buildings in the world, surpassing the 442-metre-tall Willis Tower in Chicago, U.S.A. Petronas Twin Tower are joined at the 41st and 42nd floors (175m above street level) by a 58 meter-long, double-decker Sky Bridge. The world's highest double-decked bridge symbolizes a gateway to the future and provides a stunning vantage point of Kuala Lumpur. Ascend even higher to level 86, where the story of Malaysia's vision unfolds amid breathtaking views of Kuala Lumpur. The Petronas Twin Towers retained its world-title claim to fame until 2004 when Taipei's 101 was built, measuring 508 meters tall. Today, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai (opened in 2010) retains the spot as the world’s tallest building. The Petronas Twin Towers’ architecture is Islamic-inspired and the buildings primarily house the corporate headquarters of the Petronas Company and other offices. At the base of the Petronas Twin Towers is Suria KLCC, an upmarket shopping mall that is very popular with tourists. Tower One is fully occupied by the Malaysian state oil company Petronas and its subsidiaries and associate companies. Tower Two is mostly taken up by multinational companies such as Accenture, Al-Jazeera, Barclays Capital, Bloomberg, Boeing, IBM, McKinsey & Co., Microsoft, Reuters and more. Stretching out to the side of the Petronas Twin Towers is the spacious and beautifully landscaped KLCC Park which features a jogging track, walking paths, a water fountain and a wading pool for children. The Petronas Twin Towers has other attractions including the Petronas Art Gallery and Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Plus the Petrosains Science Centre, inside Suria KLCC. It is an interactive science discovery center displaying exhibits related to the petroleum industry, from petroleum’s origin in the age of the dinosaurs to its latest oil-based products.
002-SURIA KLCC- Suria KLCC is a 140,000 m2 upmarket retail center at the feet of the Petronas Towers. It features mostly foreign luxury goods and high-street labels. Suria KLCC is one of the largest shopping malls in Malaysia .It has over 400 stores on six floors.
003-PETROSAINS “THE CITY DISCOVERY”- Petrosains is a Science Discovery Centre that uses a fun and interactive approach to tell the story of the science and technology of the petroleum industry. Petrosains is housed in the world's twin towers. Occupying level 4 and 5 of both Tower 1 and Tower 2 of the Twin Towers, Petrosains covers a total exhibit area of more than 7,000 square meter. Entrance to Petrosains is through Level 4 of the Suria KLCC mall.
004-AQUARIA KLCC- Aquaria KLCC located on the concourse level of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, the 5000sq.ft. Aquaria KLCC is one of the largest aquarium in the world. Home to over 150 species of marine life, its star attractions include scary tiger sharks, sea snakes, blue rays, bright coral fish, seahorses and more. One of the highlights of Aquaria KLCC is a giant tank (featuring an authentic-looking shipwreck) – a 90m walk-through tunnel with a moving travellator in its center. Inside one’ll be surrounded by sand tiger sharks, huge stingrays and more.
005-TWIN TOWER SKY BRIDGE- The double-decked Skybridge at the Petronas Twin Towers is a one must see sight. Offering amazing views of the city, visitors need a pass to enter the bridge, since a limited number are issued each day it is useful to get there early as queues can be long. Begin your tour with interactive displays that showcase the journey, from idea to completion. Scale 170 meters in an elevator with a futuristic edge. The doors will open at the Skybridge, a connecting structure between the towers and the world's highest 2-storey bridge .Twin towers are joined at the 41st and 42nd floors (175m above street level) by a 58 meter-long, double-decker Sky Bridge. Apart from allowing tenants of the towers to move from one building to the other without having to go to ground level, the Skybridge also functions as an emergency exit route. Sky Bridge Visiting Days Tuesday to Sunday (closed every Monday).
Open on all public holidays with the exception of Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji.
Visiting Hours 9am – 9pm (closed from 1pm – 2.30pm on Fridays)
Ticketing Counter Concourse level, PETRONAS Twin Towers
Open on all public holidays with the exception of Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji.
Visiting Hours 9am – 9pm (closed from 1pm – 2.30pm on Fridays)
Ticketing Counter Concourse level, PETRONAS Twin Towers
006-KLCC PARK- KLCC Park is a 50-acre garden set close and in the back of Suria KLCC shopping center. It provides a touch of greenery for the Petronas Twin Towers and the areas surrounding it. On the park grounds is a 10,000sqm manmade lake (Lake Symphony) with a 43m bridge that cuts across. It has water fountains that can shoot water up to a height of 42m. These daily water shows occur at noon and in the evenings and are popular. KLCC Park has over 1,900 indigenous trees from 74 species; 40 of these trees were transplanted from the former Selangor Turf Club racecourse, which lies to the southeast of the city.
007-KL TOWER (Menara KL’s) - Standing majestically atop Bukit Nanas at 421 meters and 94 meters above sea level, KL Tower is a prominent feature of the city’s skyline. Its architecture reflects the country's Islamic heritage, with the construction detailing Arabic scripts, Islamic tiles and classic Islamic floral and abstract motifs and soothing color combinations. The tower is erected atop the Bukit Nanas (Pineapple Hill) Forest Reserve – the oldest gazetted forest reserve in the country, which houses age-old trees as well as flora and fauna indigenous to Malaysia’s tropical climate. When it was originally built, the natural surroundings of Bukit Nanas were kept intact to ensure balance in development; in fact a 100-year-old Jelutong tree was preserved, at great cost, by building a retaining wall around it.
Menara KL’s viewing deck is at 276 meters and 100 meters higher than the Petronas Twin Towers’ Skybridge. Primarily used as a communications infrastructure, it was the fifth-tallest telecommunications tower in the world. The main lobby of the upper ground floor is decorated with exquisite glass-clad domes that sparkle like giant diamonds; the tower’s familiar globular pinnacle is inspired by a Malaysian spinning top.
Opening Hours: 09:00 – 22:00 weekday; 09:30 – 22:00 weekend & public holidays
Revolving Restaurant At Menara KL- Atmosphere 360 is set one floor above it on the second floor of the Tower Head. It is usually called the revolving restaurant at Menara KL. It takes more than an hour for the restaurant to do a full circle but you will definitely get to see the Petronas Twin Towers close up during your meal. The verdant green surrounding Menara KL is the Bukit Nanas Forest - the only oldest forest reserve in the country. It covers an area of 10.05 hectares and is considered the green lung of Kuala Lumpur. It is sanctuary to a wonderful array of flora and fauna, unique to the country's tropical climate.
Menara KL’s viewing deck is at 276 meters and 100 meters higher than the Petronas Twin Towers’ Skybridge. Primarily used as a communications infrastructure, it was the fifth-tallest telecommunications tower in the world. The main lobby of the upper ground floor is decorated with exquisite glass-clad domes that sparkle like giant diamonds; the tower’s familiar globular pinnacle is inspired by a Malaysian spinning top.
Opening Hours: 09:00 – 22:00 weekday; 09:30 – 22:00 weekend & public holidays
Revolving Restaurant At Menara KL- Atmosphere 360 is set one floor above it on the second floor of the Tower Head. It is usually called the revolving restaurant at Menara KL. It takes more than an hour for the restaurant to do a full circle but you will definitely get to see the Petronas Twin Towers close up during your meal. The verdant green surrounding Menara KL is the Bukit Nanas Forest - the only oldest forest reserve in the country. It covers an area of 10.05 hectares and is considered the green lung of Kuala Lumpur. It is sanctuary to a wonderful array of flora and fauna, unique to the country's tropical climate.
008-SULTAN ABDUL SAMAD BUILDING COLONIEL SECRETARIATE - The Sultan Abdul Samad Building is among Kuala Lumpur’s earliest Moorish-style buildings. It is set to the east of Merdeka Square (Dataran Merdeka) and the Royal Selangor Club, across from Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin. It was built in 1897 and was named after the reigning Sultan of Selangor at the time. The distinguished landmark originally served as the secretariat for the colonial British administration. Designed by AC Norman, the architect responsible for Masjid Jamek (Jamek Mosque), the historically significant building used to house the superior courts of Malaysia: the Federal Court of Malaysia, the Court of Appeals and the High Court of Malaya, before they moved to Putrajaya. Constructed entirely of brick, the building features strong gothic, western and Moorish-style influences with an imposing porch, graceful arches, and curved colonnades topped with shiny copper cupolas and a domineering 41.2m- high clock tower.
009-MERDEKA SQUARE- Merdeka Square is undoubtedly KL’s best known landmark. Also called Dataran Merdeka, it is set in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Directly in front is the Royal Selangor Club and to the north is St. Mary’s Church, one of Malaysia’s oldest Anglican churches. Within the colonial core of Kuala Lumpur, where the remnants of the British empire are especially evident, Merdeka Square seems to be nothing more than a big field with perfectly manicured green lawns and a centerpiece of the tallest flagpole in the world (95m) proudly displaying the Jalur Gemilang (Malaysian flag). At the corner of Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman and Jalan Raja Laut, Merdeka Square is made up of a Padang (field) that was once the Selangor Club cricket pitch. The beautifully tended, 200m-long Padang is the most famous stretch of green in KL.
010-ROYAL SELANGOR CLUB AT MERDEKA SQUARE -The Royal Selangor Club is a club for socializing in Kuala Lumpur. It is situated conveniently beside the famous landmark in Kuala Lumpur, the Merdeka Square. The club is sometimes the host for certain matches from the Cricket World Cup. The club was founded in 1884 and was initially named the Selangor Club. It served as a meeting place for high ranked and educated members of the British colonial society. Other attraction near the club is none other than Merdeka Square where declaration of independence took place back in 1957. There are many places around the club where you can visit to learn more about the culture in Malaysia.
i-The Central Market Kuala Lumpur is one of the best places to learn about the various cultures and races in Malaysia. The market is divided into their respective cultures and races so that it is easier for tourists.
ii-There is also Petaling Street (Chinatown) where you can eat your heart out while shop for all sorts of things at this street. You can buy almost anything here. There are even replicas of designer bags and wallets for sale too. There indeed are too many places to visit in Kuala Lumpur.
i-The Central Market Kuala Lumpur is one of the best places to learn about the various cultures and races in Malaysia. The market is divided into their respective cultures and races so that it is easier for tourists.
ii-There is also Petaling Street (Chinatown) where you can eat your heart out while shop for all sorts of things at this street. You can buy almost anything here. There are even replicas of designer bags and wallets for sale too. There indeed are too many places to visit in Kuala Lumpur.
011-BATU CAVES- Batu Caves is a limestone hill which is made up of a series of caves and also cave temples. It is located in the Gombak District, just 13 kilometers north of Kuala Lumpur. Its name was taken from the Batu River which flows past the hill. Batu Caves is dedicated to the Lord Murugan. Batu Caves is crowded with people especially during Thaipusam festival (is a Hindu festival celebrated mostly by the Tamil community on the full moon in the Tamil month of Thai (January/February)). It is said that the limestone which forms the Batu Caves are as old as 400 million years old. The steps up to Batu Caves were made of wood. They were replaced by 272 concrete ones. Among all the cave temples which make up the site, the most famous and the largest of them all is the Cathedral Cave and it houses a few Hindu shrines underneath its 100-meter vaulted ceiling. The statue of Lord Murugan stands proud at 42.7 meters right outside of Batu Caves. At the base of the hill, there are two other cave temples, Art Gallery Cave and Temple Cave which are both full of Hindu paintings and statues. Non Hindus also come during Thaipusam to witness this unique festival and also to take photographs for the colorful kavadis and its devoted kavadi-bearers. The festival lasts the whole day.
012-NATIONAL MONUMENT- The National Monument is located 50m along Jalan Tamingsabi, at the northern end of the Lake Gardens on Jalan Parliament. The 15m-high bronze statue is dedicated to the 11,000 people who died during the First World War, and the struggle against the Japanese and the Malayan Emergency. Providing excellent views of Parliament House, it was built in 1966 and features the inscription ‘To Our Glorious Dead of the First World War (1914-1918), Second World War (1939-1945) and the Emergency (1948-1960).’ The world's one of the tallest freestanding bronze sculpture grouping, the monument of seven soldiers standing and supporting their fallen comrades. Each figure denotes one of seven qualities: courage, leadership, sacrifice, strength, suffering, unity and vigilance.
Sculpture Garden-The National Monument is surrounded by a moat with fountains and ornamental pewter lilies. Just beside the National Monument sculpture is the Asean Sculpture Garden. Here, abstract art pieces made of marble, iron, wood and bamboo, from neighboring ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations) countries are displayed.
Sculpture Garden-The National Monument is surrounded by a moat with fountains and ornamental pewter lilies. Just beside the National Monument sculpture is the Asean Sculpture Garden. Here, abstract art pieces made of marble, iron, wood and bamboo, from neighboring ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations) countries are displayed.
013-NATIONAL MOSQUE/MASJID NEGARA- Masjid Negara, Malaysia’s National Mosque, is the nationwide symbol of Islam. Comprising a main prayer hall with 48 smaller domes around it, it is set to the northwest of the old railway station, a couple of hundred meters towards the end of Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin. Spread across 13 acres, the National Mosque is able to accommodate up to 15,000 people. The Grand Hall is undoubtedly the most intricate part of the mosque with verses from the Koran decorating the walls. Built in 1965 (the year that Malaysia and Singapore split) .The contemporary-styled Masjid Negara’s main dome is star-shaped with 18 points: the points represent Malaysia’s 13 states and the five pillars of Islam. It can accommodate up to 8,000 worshippers. The 73m-high minaret is easily the mosque’s most distinguishable feature and a prominent feature of the KL skyline. Also impressive are the beautiful outdoor gardens with white marble pools and fountains. The pink-tiled roof was replaced with blue and green tiles when the mosque underwent extensive renovations in 1987.
Opening Hours: 06:30am - 01:00pm,
02:30pm - 04:00pm,
05:30pm - 07:00pm.
Opening Hours: 06:30am - 01:00pm,
02:30pm - 04:00pm,
05:30pm - 07:00pm.
014- NATIONAL MUSEUM – The museum was officially opened by His Majesty, the Third Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Syed Putra Al-Haj ibni Al-Marhum Syed Hassan Jamalullail on 31st August 1963.The museum is a three storied structure of 362 feet long and 124 feet high at the central gable. It has four main galleries and a central hall which houses temporary exhibitions. Since its inception in 1963, the four main galleries showcase on ethnology and natural history of the country. The four main galleries, namely Early History, Malay Kingdoms, Colonial Era and Malaysia Today feature history of Malaysia from prehistoric days to the present. A number of national treasures are on display in the galleries. These include the skeleton of Perak Man dated 10,000-11,000 years old – the oldest and most complete skeleton found in South East Asia, a bronze Bell found by a villager when leveling a mound for a house side which is believed originated from the Battambang region of Cambodia, and a bronze Avalokitesvara which dates from the 9th CE.
015-NATIONAL SCIENCE CENTRE/ PUSAT SAINS NEGARA - The National Science Centre is a science and technology exhibits center. Shaped like a futuristic, green mosque topped off with a large dome, it is divided into several sections, with exhibits covering the gamut of scientific knowledge. Also known as the Pusat Sains Negara, Malaysia's first overhead freshwater aquarium, filled with 32 species of local freshwater fish. Established in 1996, the best part of the National Science Centre is undoubtedly the hall where you can watch a science show beamed straight into the interior of the main dome.
016- NATIONAL PALACE (ISTANA NEGARA) - Istana Negara is Malaysia’s National Palace. Built in 1928, it is located along Jalan Istana and the 13-acre castle used to be the official residence of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King) of Malaysia. In June 2011.The Palace is replaced by a new, palace near Jalan Duta, Kuala Lumpur. The old Istana Negara is situated on a slope in Bukit Petaling overlooking the Klang River, along Jalan Syed Putra. Its grounds are not open to the public, so the Main Palace Entrance is usually the spot where tourists take pictures. Also called The Big House.
017-LAKE GARDENS- Lake Garden is also known as the Taman Tasik Perdana, it is located southwest of Chinatown, with the southern entrance of the large-scale recreational park close to the National Museum. It was originally established by the 19th century British state treasurer to Malaya, Alfred Venning, in the 1890s. Over the last 20 years the park’s spectacular landscaping has become more impressive. Lake Gardens is a 227 acres park comprising well-manicured lawns, gardens and hills. It is spread around the Tasik Perdana (Perdana Lake) with a number of sights set on its grounds including the Butterfly House and Bird Park, Hibiscus Garden, National Monument, Orchid Garden and Parliament House. There is transportation provided at the cost of RM0.50 per person to take you around the whole park. In that way you will be able to visit the entire garden without any muscle aches. Around the Lake Gardens are the Islamic Art Museum and the National Mosque.
018-JAMEK MOSQUE- Built in 1909, Jamek Mosque - better known as Masjid Jamek among the locals - is the oldest mosque in the city. The mosque sits at the meeting point of the Klang and Gombak rivers, which is also the birthplace of Kuala Lumpur. Its architecture is inspired by Mogul influences of northern India. In 1965, it was officially declared as the National Mosque. There is a new National Mosque not far away, but Jamek Mosque remains important due to its strategic location in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
019- SRI MAHA MARIAMMAN TEMPLE- For more adventurous tourists, further down from Petaling Street is the South Indian Sri Maha Mariamman Temple. This temple is situated at Jalan Tun H.S. Lee which is within walking distance from Chinatown. Built in 1873, the temple is said to be the most ornate and elaborate Hindu temple in the country. The design and decorative features include intricate carvings of Hindu deities, gold embellishments, precious stones and hand-painted motifs. Exquisite Italian and Spanish tiles provide further ornamentation. A silver chariot housed within the premises features prominently in religious processions, transporting the statue of the deity through the city streets. Outside the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple are stalls selling garlands and strings of sweet smelling jasmine. Additionally, the strong aroma of Chinese traditional herbs and that of freshly brewed coffee waft through the air from across the street.
020- THEAN HOU TEMPLE- The Thean Hou Temple is a landmark six-tiered Chinese temple. It is located on a 1.67 acres of land atop Robson Heights along Lorong Bellamy, overlooking Jalan Syed Putra. It was completed in 1987 and officially opened in 1989. The temple, built by the Hainanese community living in Kuala Lumpur, is dedicated to Goddess Tian Hou (The Heavenly Mother). Thean Hou Temple is a perfect place to just sit down, relax, and watch the majestic Kuala Lumpur skyline behind the spectacular pagoda roofs of the temple. The temple is very popular among newly married couples to take their wedding photos. On the second level, you can find the marriage registration office, a service that more than 5000 couples are using annually.
021-ROYAL SELANGER VISITOR CENTRE- Royal Selangor, one of the world’s largest pewter manufacturers. Set up in 1885 by a pewter smith from China, today the Royal Selangor brand has stores in most major KL malls, plus a visitor’s center (the Royal Selangor Visitor’s Centre) in Setapak Jaya, the first in Asia and one of only three in the world. An interactive exhibit of pewter manufacturing, the Royal Selangor Visitor’s Centre is a 40,000sqft attraction housing a series of galleries, a factory and retail store. Recognized as one of the country’s premier tourist attractions, the place receives between 800 and 1,200 guests daily. Living up to its royal title, the air-conditioned, glass-sided building is gorgeous (water fountains, warm lighting and polished wooden floors) and well-managed, with free guided tours in several languages are provided. It is located at 45 minutes distance from the city.
A pliable metal alloy composed of copper and tin, pewter is much favored for the manufacturing of ‘silverware’ (such as teapots, photo frames and even jewelry) due to its low melting point of 230° centigrade. Easily shaped by hand and machine tools, this bright material is certainly catchy to look.
A pliable metal alloy composed of copper and tin, pewter is much favored for the manufacturing of ‘silverware’ (such as teapots, photo frames and even jewelry) due to its low melting point of 230° centigrade. Easily shaped by hand and machine tools, this bright material is certainly catchy to look.
022-ZOO NEGARA- Kuala Lumpur National Zoo & Aquarium is laid out over 110 acres around a central lake. Also known as the Zoo Negara, it is located 13km northeast of Kuala Lumpur beyond Jalan Tun Razak along Jalan Ulu Klang. The zoo is home to approximately 5,200 animals including tigers and wildlife from Asia and Africa. Opened in 1963, it is managed by a non-governmental organization known as the Malaysian Zoological Society. The zoo is set on such vast grounds that you will need at least three hours to explore the whole place.
023-KL BIRD PARK- The KL Bird Park is located in the serene and scenic Perdana Botanical Gardens, 10 minutes away from the Kuala Lumpur city center. Also known as the Taman Burung Kuala Lumpur, it is billed as the world’s largest covered bird park. The main feature that distinguishes KL Bird Park from other bird parks is the concept of free-flight. The 20.9-ha park was opened in 1991 and is home to more than 3,000 birds from 200 species all over the world. Easily outdoing neighboring Singapore’s Jurong Bird Park, the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is twice the size of Jurong and most of its birds are free and accustomed to being around people. The free-flight, walk-in aviary has over 60 species of local and foreign birds, including the Indian blue peacock, with its colorful five-foot train, and the crowned pigeon, the largest pigeon species in the world. The park is divided into several sections: Brahminy Land, World of Parrots, Flamingo Pond, Hornbill Park and many more, to keep the different species of feathered creatures separate but they are free to fly around their respective enclosures. Stroll through the park, and take the opportunity to see Mandarin ducks, hawk eagles, hornbills, ostriches and other birds. Visit the Egg Incubation Room and Nursery and see how chicken eggs are artificially incubated using incubators. Don't forget to take photographs with the different species of birds, and catch the feeding programme and daily bird shows taking place at the semi-open air amphitheater at 12.30pm and 3.30pm daily.
024-BUTTERFLY PARK-The Butterfly Park is also located in Lake Gardens, housing more than 6,000 butterflies from 120 species. Landscaped like a bushy garden with lots of flowers, the park will enthrall visitors as butterflies float to your shirt and hand, sticking like badges. Also check out the nursery and breeding area where you can see butterfly larvae emerging from their cocoons. Besides the butterflies, a wide range of insects such as rhinoceros beetles and praying mantises are on display. There's also a souvenir shop where you can purchased frames of preserved butterflies, scorpions and other insects.
025-CENTRAL MARKET- Central Market is one of KL’s most familiar landmarks and a popular tourist attraction. Built in 1928, it is a short walk away from Petaling Street, along Jalan Hang Kasturi. Also called Pasar Seni, it used to be a simple wet market but in the early 1980s was revamped into a handicrafts outlet. The focus for the city’s artistic community, inside the building is a warren of boutiques, handicraft and souvenir stalls with traders selling local merchandise such as authentic Malaysian Batik prints and more. Central Market is located on the opposite bank of the Dayabumi Complex and is an art-deco style building with local ‘Baroque’ trimmings. Divided into different zones, vendors’ stall zones are distinctive by race: the purpose of this zoning practice is to let visitors get an insight into the cultural differences of the various races in Malaysia.
026-PETALING STREET- Petaling Street, the center of Kuala Lumpur's original Chinatown, maintains much of its traditional atmosphere .A well-known shopping district, the whole area transforms into a lively and vibrant night market after dark, with hundreds of stalls selling all kinds of stuff at dirt-cheap prices, making it the most happening night market in the city. A green awning covers the length of the street, acting as a roof to shield vendors and shoppers from the heat and the rain. An Oriental-style archway with the words ‘Jalan Petaling/Petaling Street’ spelled out in gold letters greets visitors at its main entrance. You can shop for anything from gems and incense to toys and t-shirts, the true allure of this night market is in wandering about and enjoying its sights, sounds and energy. Food is plentiful. At the end of Petaling Street, you can further explore the Chan See Shu Yuen Temple which dates back to 1906. The interior of this building features open courtyard pavilions, intricate carvings and paintings. On the exterior, the temple depicts elaborate glazed ceramic sculptures which grace the facade and roof ridges.
027-LITTLE INDIA- Little India Brickfields is a vastly different world than nearby Bangsar. Brickfields is Malaysia’s official Little India and used to be a simple residential neighborhood just outside KL but was recently transformed into a wide street with Indian stores and restaurants run by the country’s Indian community. The shops here sell everything from traditional Indian goods such as saris, flower garlands, spices and Bollywood music, to local delicacies such as vadai, thosai (Indian pancakes made from fermented rice flour) and more. Since its transformation, Little India Brickfields has turned into one of KL’s trademark tourist hotspots not only because of the wares found here but for its proximity to KL Sentral Station. Brickfields’ launch as Malaysia’s new Little India was jointly unveiled by the then Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Malaysia’s PM. Little India now spans from Jalan Travers to Jalan Tun Sambathan; there’s a 35-foot fountain at the junction, an information kiosk at Jalan Thamby Abdullah and a three-storey Indian bazaar at the end of Jalan Tun Sambanthan. The brick-paved Jalan Tun Sambanthan is lined with white street lamps and creamy-yellow arches with purple embellishments to match the newly painted purple buildings along the street.
028-KUALA LUMPUR RAILWAY STATION- Kuala Lumpur Railway Station is an almost fairytale Moorish-style building to the southeast of the National Mosque. Located along Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin (previously known as Victory Avenue), it used to be KL’s main railway hub until 2001 when Kuala Lumpur Sentral took over much of its role. The building is a favorite sightseeing attraction in the city due to its gorgeous façade – the open-plan Renaissance-like building’s spacious verandas with arched colonnades make for beautiful photo opportunities
029- KL GRAND PRIX- Formula 1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix is the country's biggest racing event attracting thousands of racing enthusiasts from around the world. Informally known as the F1 or GP race by locals, the Malaysian leg of the FIA Formula One World Championship was first included in the 1999 F1 season. The GP race takes place at the Sepang International Circuit, about 45 minutes away from the KL city center, about in the last week of March. During this time, expect to see some of F1’s biggest names (including teams such as the Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team, Lotus F1 Team, Sauber F1 Team and more) in the country, along with hordes of racing fans from across the world.
030-BUKIT JALIL-Bukit Jalil is a hill where Malaysia's largest outdoor stadium, which can fit up to 1,00,000 people. It is also here that you will find a nice recreational park on top of the hill, along with some nice ponds below. The National Sports Complex, which has a variety of stadiums and courts for different sports, is also located on Bukit Jalil.
031- DAYABUMI COMPLEX- It is a 35-storey building .It is located near the National Mosque, the Old Kuala Lumpur Railway Station and the Federal House at Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin. Built in the 1970s, it was the first modern building in KL to incorporate principles of Islamic design into its architecture. A major landmark in KL it was one of the city’s earliest skyscrapers. It houses several commercial facilities. It houses GPO and City Point shopping complex.
032- BERJAYA TIMES SQUARE KUALA LUMPUR- It is a 48-storey, 203 m (666 feet) twin tower, hotel, condominium, indoor amusement park and shopping center complex in Kuala Lumpur. It is considered as the biggest shopping mall of Malaysia with more than 1,000 retail spaces. The shopping center is home to 1,200 luxury service suites, 700 specialty retail shops, and more than 45 food outlets that offer a number of mouthwatering cuisines from around the world. About 3 million visitors visit the mall each month.
033-MENARA MAYBANK- Completed in 1988, this 50-storey building serves as the headquarters of Malayan Banking Berhad (or Maybank). Before the construction of the Petronas Twin Towers in 1995, Menara Maybank was the tallest building in Kuala Lumpur at 244 m (801 ft.), nearly half the height of Petronas Twin Towers. It still remains a prominent part of the city's skyline.
034-MENARA TELEKOM-The Menara Telekom was officially opened in February 2003. Menara Telekom (or Menara TM) is the headquarters of Telekom Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur. It is 310 m (1,017 ft) tall, has 55 floors, and is shaped to represent a sprouting "bamboo shoot". The tower has two interlocking curved shapes. At the 45th floor, a huge helipad tops out the smaller section of the tower.
KUALA LUMPUR OUTSTATION DAY TOURS –
TOUR-1 – Genting Highlands Full Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur-driving duration is one hour and tour time is eight hours.
TOUT-2- Historical Malacca Full-Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur-driving duration is two hours.
TOUR-3- Putrajaya Half Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur- duration of tour is five hours.
TOUR-1 – Genting Highlands Full Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur-driving duration is one hour and tour time is eight hours.
TOUT-2- Historical Malacca Full-Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur-driving duration is two hours.
TOUR-3- Putrajaya Half Day Tour from Kuala Lumpur- duration of tour is five hours.
001-GENTING HIGHLANDS/RESORT WORLD GENTING - Genting Highlands also known as Resorts World Genting, is a hill resort in Malaysia developed by Genting Group. Known as the ‘Fun City Above the Cloud’, Genting Highlands is the only legal land-based casino, Casino de Genting. The hill resort is at an average elevation of 1,740 meters (5,710 feet) and temperatures in Genting are a good 5-10°C lower than in Kuala Lumpur, generally staying in the 15-25°C.It is accessible by car from Kuala Lumpur in one hour. The resort offers six hotels with 10,000 rooms, over 50 fun rides, 170 dining and shopping outlets, shows, business convention facilities and entertainment options. Resorts World Genting has seven hotels (Crockford Hotel (2017), Genting Grand Hotel (1981), Maxim Hotel (1997), Theme Park Hotel (1971), Resort Hotel (1992) & Resort World Awana (1984)),First World Hotel (2014-T-3).The First World Hotel, holds the Guinness World of Records as the largest hotel in the world from 2006 until 2008, with a total of 6,000 rooms. The resort is 55Kms from Kuala Lumpur. All buses take around one hour and cost around RM 5 one way, with most terminating at the bus terminal beside the Skyway cable car base station.
i- Genting Skyway-It is a gondola lift connecting Gohtong Jaya and Resorts World Genting. Its lower station, located approximately 51 kilometers (32 mi) northeast of Kuala Lumpur, comprises a 5-storey station building and a 10-storey car park while its upper station is located at the Highlands Hotel. The mono cable gondola lift is officially opened on 21 February 1997. Genting Skyway can carry more than 2,000 people per hour with 8 passengers per gondola. At the maximum speed of 6 meters per second, the 3.38-kilometre journey up the mountain peak takes approximately 15 minutes. The Genting Skyway takes you on a scenic journey 900m into the clouds to the Genting Highlands Resort 1,768 m away. Amazing scenery down below at the valley of hills. Commuters can also enjoy the lush greenery and manmade animal carvings on the hillsides.
ii-First World Indoor Theme Park-The rides are-Euro Express, Adult Bumper Cars, Rio Float, Reindeer Cruiser, Mini Train, Fun Land, Kiddie Rides, Junoir Bumper Car, Carousel, Ride de Paris. Also are- Snow World, Sky Venture, Genting Bowl, Vision City and Funtasy World Video Games Park, including the Rainforest Splash Pool, Flying Coaster, Malaysia’s first 4D cinema experience, Asia’s only skydiving simulation. There are also more than 80 shops and 90 dining outlets, as well as a luxurious spa for a bit of pampering.
iii- Casino de Genting- Malaysia’s one and only gaming venue, the Casino de Genting is open every day of the year. Divided into a variety of themed sections, the Casino de Genting offers something for everyone. Located in the First World Hotel that boasts the latest gaming technology such as electronic table games, cashless gaming systems for its slot machines and a café that serves delicious snacks and coffee. No bags are allowed inside, but lockers are available (RM 3), as well as a manned deposit point for more valuable goods like laptops. Photography inside the casinos is strictly prohibited. (Dress code at the casino is long-sleeved shirt with tie, suit or long-sleeved batik, prohibiting T-shirts, shorts and sandals.)
iv-First World Plaza- First World Plaza, in First World Hotel. It carries over 90 labels with F&B outlets and attractions for all ages.
v- Genting Outdoor Theme Park- Features numerous rides typical of an amusement park, mostly suitable for families.
i- Genting Skyway-It is a gondola lift connecting Gohtong Jaya and Resorts World Genting. Its lower station, located approximately 51 kilometers (32 mi) northeast of Kuala Lumpur, comprises a 5-storey station building and a 10-storey car park while its upper station is located at the Highlands Hotel. The mono cable gondola lift is officially opened on 21 February 1997. Genting Skyway can carry more than 2,000 people per hour with 8 passengers per gondola. At the maximum speed of 6 meters per second, the 3.38-kilometre journey up the mountain peak takes approximately 15 minutes. The Genting Skyway takes you on a scenic journey 900m into the clouds to the Genting Highlands Resort 1,768 m away. Amazing scenery down below at the valley of hills. Commuters can also enjoy the lush greenery and manmade animal carvings on the hillsides.
ii-First World Indoor Theme Park-The rides are-Euro Express, Adult Bumper Cars, Rio Float, Reindeer Cruiser, Mini Train, Fun Land, Kiddie Rides, Junoir Bumper Car, Carousel, Ride de Paris. Also are- Snow World, Sky Venture, Genting Bowl, Vision City and Funtasy World Video Games Park, including the Rainforest Splash Pool, Flying Coaster, Malaysia’s first 4D cinema experience, Asia’s only skydiving simulation. There are also more than 80 shops and 90 dining outlets, as well as a luxurious spa for a bit of pampering.
iii- Casino de Genting- Malaysia’s one and only gaming venue, the Casino de Genting is open every day of the year. Divided into a variety of themed sections, the Casino de Genting offers something for everyone. Located in the First World Hotel that boasts the latest gaming technology such as electronic table games, cashless gaming systems for its slot machines and a café that serves delicious snacks and coffee. No bags are allowed inside, but lockers are available (RM 3), as well as a manned deposit point for more valuable goods like laptops. Photography inside the casinos is strictly prohibited. (Dress code at the casino is long-sleeved shirt with tie, suit or long-sleeved batik, prohibiting T-shirts, shorts and sandals.)
iv-First World Plaza- First World Plaza, in First World Hotel. It carries over 90 labels with F&B outlets and attractions for all ages.
v- Genting Outdoor Theme Park- Features numerous rides typical of an amusement park, mostly suitable for families.
002-MALACCA- Malacca is the capital of the state of Malacca, on the west coast of peninsular Malaysia and oldest trading post of Malaysia. Visiting Malacca is a unique experience with a rich historical and cultural background from previous Portuguese, Dutch and British rule. Before the arrival of the first Sultan, Malacca was a simple fishing village inhabited by local Malays. Malacca was founded by Parameswara, also called Iskandar Shah or Sri Majara, the last Raja of Singapura (now known as Singapore) following a Majapahit attack in 1377. Parameswara found his way to Malacca in 1400 where he found a port, accessible in all seasons and on the strategically located narrowest point of the Malacca Strait. This later became Malacca. Malacca is a center of Peranakan culture. When Chinese settlers originally came to Malacca as miners, traders and coolies, they took local brides (of Javanese, Batak, Achenese, etc descent) and adopted many local customs. The result of this is an interesting fusion of local and Chinese cultures. The men are addressed as Babas and the women Nyonyas by their servants meaning Master and Mistress. There are many historical sites to visit that give you a glimpse of Malacca's glorious past. Firmly rooted as Malaysia's historical city, visiting Malacca is like a journey back in time to witness the adventures and discoveries during Malacca's golden age.
i-Baba and Nyonya Peranakan Museum- At the beginning of the 16th century, merchants and entrepreneurs were lured to Malacca’s shores due to stories of the city’s burgeoning success and wealth. In particular, the city saw an influx of Chinese traders who arrived in droves in an effort to escape Manchu rule. These entrepreneurs went on to marry local Malay women – descendants of these marriages were known as Peranakan or ‘Straits-born Chinese’. Their relative success resulted in these expatriate merchants becoming the principal wealth catalysts of the thriving city. The ‘Babas’ (male Sino-Malays) flaunted their affluence by purchasing Dutch townhouses and transforming them into out-and-out palaces. The interiors of these homes were opulent and stuffed to the tee with Dutch-influenced fixtures including hand-painted tiles and Victorian lamps. Peranakan heritage town house and is a great example of Peranakan culture. It is on Heeren Street (now known as Tun Cheng Lock Street). The entry fee is RM10 per person and everyone has to follow a guide-led group. Photography is forbidden. Located at No. 48-50 along Jalan Tun Cheng Lock in Malacca, the Museum is actually a collection of three beautifully restored houses arranged to look like a typical 19th-cenutry Baba-Nyonya residence. Excellent examples of Chinese-Palladian style, these townhouses, built in 1896, were transformed into a traditional Peranakan museum in later years; connected by a common covered footway, the museum features hand-painted tiles, elaborately carved teakwood outer swing doors and a sturdier internal door which provides extra security. Framed by Greco-Roman columns, two red lanterns, one bearing a household name and the other messages of good luck, hang on either side of the entrance.
ii-Cheng Hoon Teng Temple – Cheng Hoon Teng Temple is one of the most notable landmarks in Malacca. Set near the Hindu Temple Sri Pogyatha Vinoyagar along Jalan Hang Lekiu (in Jonker Street) this Chinese temple is billed as the oldest Buddhist place of worship in the country. Built in 1646, it is also known as the ‘Merciful Cloud Temple’. The temple is dedicated to Kuan Yin, Goddess of Mercy. A black, gold and red-robed statue of the goddess stands in the central prayer hall. Cheng Hoon Teng temple was constructed by Chan Lak Koa, son-in-law to Captain Li, Malacca’s second Chinese Kapitan (a mediatory position created by the Dutch East India Company which made it possible for a non-white to govern Malacca’s diverse ethnic communities.) Directly opposite Cheng Hoon Teng Temple is a traditional Chinese opera theatre; beside the opera theatre is a newly constructed Xianglin temple. Also known as the Fragrant Forest Temple, this shrine follows the traditional layout of Chinese Buddhist temples.
iii-Christ Church – Christ Church built by the Dutch when they took possession of Malacca from the Portuguese, it's one of Malacca’s most defining structures. Situated along Jalan Gereja (also known as Church Street) it is an instantly recognizable brick-red building with a huge white cross at the top. Sitting opposite the Stadhuys, Christ Church was built in 1753 to celebrate a century of Dutch occupation. The interior of the cathedral has 200 year-old handmade pews, decorative fanlights and plaques that honor Dutch soldiers and locals. Bricks were shipped from Zeeland in the Netherlands. On the floor of the church you will find Dutch tombstones. It is the oldest protestant church in Malaysia. On the altar you will see sacramental silverware, still bearing the Dutch coat of arms. Later on, when the British took over Malacca they added a weathercock and bell to Christ Church and transformed it from a Protestant church into an Anglican one. Outside the church is a beautiful collection of potted plants and a colorful group of trishaws lined up for tourists. Free admission but photography is forbidden.
iv-Dutch Square - Dutch Square Malacca is the most picturesque along Jalan Kota. It's also a colorful trishaw pickup point, it is distinguished by a group of bright, terracotta-red colonial Dutch buildings, built between 1660 and 1700, with louvered windows and chunky doors with wrought iron hinges. A central fountain dominates the area: it is an ornate Victorian marble addition, erected in 1904 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. One of the oldest surviving parts of Malacca, Dutch Square’s most prominent building is the Stadthuys. Presiding over the entire south side of Dutch Square it was completed in 1660 and is said to be the oldest-existing Dutch building in the East.
i-Baba and Nyonya Peranakan Museum- At the beginning of the 16th century, merchants and entrepreneurs were lured to Malacca’s shores due to stories of the city’s burgeoning success and wealth. In particular, the city saw an influx of Chinese traders who arrived in droves in an effort to escape Manchu rule. These entrepreneurs went on to marry local Malay women – descendants of these marriages were known as Peranakan or ‘Straits-born Chinese’. Their relative success resulted in these expatriate merchants becoming the principal wealth catalysts of the thriving city. The ‘Babas’ (male Sino-Malays) flaunted their affluence by purchasing Dutch townhouses and transforming them into out-and-out palaces. The interiors of these homes were opulent and stuffed to the tee with Dutch-influenced fixtures including hand-painted tiles and Victorian lamps. Peranakan heritage town house and is a great example of Peranakan culture. It is on Heeren Street (now known as Tun Cheng Lock Street). The entry fee is RM10 per person and everyone has to follow a guide-led group. Photography is forbidden. Located at No. 48-50 along Jalan Tun Cheng Lock in Malacca, the Museum is actually a collection of three beautifully restored houses arranged to look like a typical 19th-cenutry Baba-Nyonya residence. Excellent examples of Chinese-Palladian style, these townhouses, built in 1896, were transformed into a traditional Peranakan museum in later years; connected by a common covered footway, the museum features hand-painted tiles, elaborately carved teakwood outer swing doors and a sturdier internal door which provides extra security. Framed by Greco-Roman columns, two red lanterns, one bearing a household name and the other messages of good luck, hang on either side of the entrance.
ii-Cheng Hoon Teng Temple – Cheng Hoon Teng Temple is one of the most notable landmarks in Malacca. Set near the Hindu Temple Sri Pogyatha Vinoyagar along Jalan Hang Lekiu (in Jonker Street) this Chinese temple is billed as the oldest Buddhist place of worship in the country. Built in 1646, it is also known as the ‘Merciful Cloud Temple’. The temple is dedicated to Kuan Yin, Goddess of Mercy. A black, gold and red-robed statue of the goddess stands in the central prayer hall. Cheng Hoon Teng temple was constructed by Chan Lak Koa, son-in-law to Captain Li, Malacca’s second Chinese Kapitan (a mediatory position created by the Dutch East India Company which made it possible for a non-white to govern Malacca’s diverse ethnic communities.) Directly opposite Cheng Hoon Teng Temple is a traditional Chinese opera theatre; beside the opera theatre is a newly constructed Xianglin temple. Also known as the Fragrant Forest Temple, this shrine follows the traditional layout of Chinese Buddhist temples.
iii-Christ Church – Christ Church built by the Dutch when they took possession of Malacca from the Portuguese, it's one of Malacca’s most defining structures. Situated along Jalan Gereja (also known as Church Street) it is an instantly recognizable brick-red building with a huge white cross at the top. Sitting opposite the Stadhuys, Christ Church was built in 1753 to celebrate a century of Dutch occupation. The interior of the cathedral has 200 year-old handmade pews, decorative fanlights and plaques that honor Dutch soldiers and locals. Bricks were shipped from Zeeland in the Netherlands. On the floor of the church you will find Dutch tombstones. It is the oldest protestant church in Malaysia. On the altar you will see sacramental silverware, still bearing the Dutch coat of arms. Later on, when the British took over Malacca they added a weathercock and bell to Christ Church and transformed it from a Protestant church into an Anglican one. Outside the church is a beautiful collection of potted plants and a colorful group of trishaws lined up for tourists. Free admission but photography is forbidden.
iv-Dutch Square - Dutch Square Malacca is the most picturesque along Jalan Kota. It's also a colorful trishaw pickup point, it is distinguished by a group of bright, terracotta-red colonial Dutch buildings, built between 1660 and 1700, with louvered windows and chunky doors with wrought iron hinges. A central fountain dominates the area: it is an ornate Victorian marble addition, erected in 1904 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. One of the oldest surviving parts of Malacca, Dutch Square’s most prominent building is the Stadthuys. Presiding over the entire south side of Dutch Square it was completed in 1660 and is said to be the oldest-existing Dutch building in the East.
v-Jonker, Heeren and adjacent streets - This is the residential heart of Old Malacca just west of the Malacca River, with its narrow winding streets, beautifully decorated houses, tiny shops, temples and mosques. The whole area is undergoing a renaissance with new shops, restaurants and hotels catering to tourists mushrooming everywhere.
vi- Harmony Street (officially Temple street or Jalan Tokong) - It is called because it contains the prayer houses of Malaysia's three main faiths - the Cheng Hoon Teng Chinese temple, the Sri Poyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Hindu Temple, and the Kampung Kling Mosque.
vii-Malaysian Navy Museum-It is across the road from the Maritime Museum Malay and Islamic World Museum, Jalan Kota (beside the Porta de Santiago) , it also currently houses a Museum of Torture (European medieval period) for a limited duration on the ground floor.
viii-Masjid Kampung Hulu- Built in 1728, it's one of the oldest functioning mosques in Melaka together with Masjid Kampung Kling and Masjid Tengkera (Tranquerah), Jln Tengkera see the mixed architecture of Chinese, Javanese and Arab on the minarets and the roofs.
ix-Muzium Budaya/Sultanate Palace - Below the hill you will find this museum (Melaka Cultural Museum). It is a reconstruction of the Istanu of the Sultan Mansur Shah. Melaka Sultanate Palace is a wooden replica of Sultan Mansur Shah’s 15th-century palace. Set at the base of St. Paul’s Hill it was painstakingly constructed in 1985 using traditional construction techniques and materials, based on accounts in the 16th century, Sejarah Melayu (Malay Annals) text. According to the annals, Sultan Mansur Shah’s seven-tiered palace was built entirely without nails and supported with carved, wooden pillars and featured a copper and zinc roof. The most elaborate royal palace ever constructed in the world in 1459. According to the annals it was destroyed the year after the sultan ascended the throne when it was struck by lightning. The three-story museum is divided into eight chambers where you can see a variety of weaponry, decorative arts, traditional costumes, brassware, jewelry and more. Plus there are three galleries depicting famous legends through dioramas, including the famous clash between legendary Malaccan warriors Hang Tuah and Hang Jebat.
It is open daily from 9AM to 6PM except on Tuesdays, and on Fridays from 12:15PM-2:45PM. Entrance fee RM 2.
x-Saint Paul's Church - The ruins of St. Paul’s Church are at the summit of St. Paul's Hill. Built on the site of the last Malaccan sultan’s istana (palace), it was constructed by Portuguese fidalgo (nobleman) captain, Duarte Coelho, in gratitude to the Virgin Mary for saving his life during a storm at sea. Roofless and covered in ferns, it was originally called the Nossa Senhora da Annunciada (Our Lady of the Annunciation). Though it has been in ruins for more than 150 years, it is a beautiful, breezy sanctuary (reached after a steep flight of stairs) set near the remains of A’ Famosa fort. When the Dutch invaded Malacca in 1641 it was badly damaged (the belfry tower was destroyed) but the complex was later repaired and renamed St. Paul’s Church, it was primarily used as a Protestant church for about 112 years until Christ Church was completed in 1753. After that, St. Paul’s Church fell into disuse. Under the British administration, a lighthouse was built and it eventually ended up as a storehouse for gunpowder.
xi- Stadthuys - Stadthuys in Dutch Square originally served as the official residence of the Dutch governors and was used as a town hall throughout the British administration; it now houses a collection of museums. A few of the galleries in the renovated building merit a visit – such as the Islamic Museum, Architecture Museum and the Muzium Rakyat (Peoples Museum), which covers everything from gasing uri (top-spinning) to Malay and Chinese ceramics and weaponry. Also interesting is the History & Ethnography Museum: it has an endless collection of maps, prints and photos giving a blow-by-blow account of Malaccan history and development. The inside of the Stadthuys is beautiful with white, monumental staircases and high windows: it looks like a typical 17th-century Dutch municipal building and is very attractive and well maintained.
vi- Harmony Street (officially Temple street or Jalan Tokong) - It is called because it contains the prayer houses of Malaysia's three main faiths - the Cheng Hoon Teng Chinese temple, the Sri Poyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Hindu Temple, and the Kampung Kling Mosque.
vii-Malaysian Navy Museum-It is across the road from the Maritime Museum Malay and Islamic World Museum, Jalan Kota (beside the Porta de Santiago) , it also currently houses a Museum of Torture (European medieval period) for a limited duration on the ground floor.
viii-Masjid Kampung Hulu- Built in 1728, it's one of the oldest functioning mosques in Melaka together with Masjid Kampung Kling and Masjid Tengkera (Tranquerah), Jln Tengkera see the mixed architecture of Chinese, Javanese and Arab on the minarets and the roofs.
ix-Muzium Budaya/Sultanate Palace - Below the hill you will find this museum (Melaka Cultural Museum). It is a reconstruction of the Istanu of the Sultan Mansur Shah. Melaka Sultanate Palace is a wooden replica of Sultan Mansur Shah’s 15th-century palace. Set at the base of St. Paul’s Hill it was painstakingly constructed in 1985 using traditional construction techniques and materials, based on accounts in the 16th century, Sejarah Melayu (Malay Annals) text. According to the annals, Sultan Mansur Shah’s seven-tiered palace was built entirely without nails and supported with carved, wooden pillars and featured a copper and zinc roof. The most elaborate royal palace ever constructed in the world in 1459. According to the annals it was destroyed the year after the sultan ascended the throne when it was struck by lightning. The three-story museum is divided into eight chambers where you can see a variety of weaponry, decorative arts, traditional costumes, brassware, jewelry and more. Plus there are three galleries depicting famous legends through dioramas, including the famous clash between legendary Malaccan warriors Hang Tuah and Hang Jebat.
It is open daily from 9AM to 6PM except on Tuesdays, and on Fridays from 12:15PM-2:45PM. Entrance fee RM 2.
x-Saint Paul's Church - The ruins of St. Paul’s Church are at the summit of St. Paul's Hill. Built on the site of the last Malaccan sultan’s istana (palace), it was constructed by Portuguese fidalgo (nobleman) captain, Duarte Coelho, in gratitude to the Virgin Mary for saving his life during a storm at sea. Roofless and covered in ferns, it was originally called the Nossa Senhora da Annunciada (Our Lady of the Annunciation). Though it has been in ruins for more than 150 years, it is a beautiful, breezy sanctuary (reached after a steep flight of stairs) set near the remains of A’ Famosa fort. When the Dutch invaded Malacca in 1641 it was badly damaged (the belfry tower was destroyed) but the complex was later repaired and renamed St. Paul’s Church, it was primarily used as a Protestant church for about 112 years until Christ Church was completed in 1753. After that, St. Paul’s Church fell into disuse. Under the British administration, a lighthouse was built and it eventually ended up as a storehouse for gunpowder.
xi- Stadthuys - Stadthuys in Dutch Square originally served as the official residence of the Dutch governors and was used as a town hall throughout the British administration; it now houses a collection of museums. A few of the galleries in the renovated building merit a visit – such as the Islamic Museum, Architecture Museum and the Muzium Rakyat (Peoples Museum), which covers everything from gasing uri (top-spinning) to Malay and Chinese ceramics and weaponry. Also interesting is the History & Ethnography Museum: it has an endless collection of maps, prints and photos giving a blow-by-blow account of Malaccan history and development. The inside of the Stadthuys is beautiful with white, monumental staircases and high windows: it looks like a typical 17th-century Dutch municipal building and is very attractive and well maintained.
xii-Yeetea House - 22 Jalan Laksamana, Famous Local tea shop selling a range of tea from China and Taiwan as well as offering tea ceremony classes.
xiii- Hard Rock Café Malacca- Opened in January 2013, Hard Rock Cafe Malacca has a similar layout to the rest of the chain’s outlets all across the world – outdoor and indoor seating areas, together with a live stage, a bar, and the iconic Rock Shop selling Hard Rock Cafe Malacca memorabilia. Bringing distinctive Malacca flavour to the decor is the Straits Malacca-inspired patterned floor, with walls decorated with music memorabilia such as Bruce Springsteen’s signed guitar and Prince’s white dinner jacket.
xiv-Melaka River- Melaka River was once dubbed the ‘Venice of the East’ by European seafarers. These days, it is a popular tourist attraction primarily because of the 45-minute River Cruise that takes you all the way to Kampung Morten, past Malacca town and the settlements and bridges along the riverbank. The Melaka River spans a distance of ten km. It is said to be the birthplace of Melaka because the Sumatran prince Parameswara founded Malacca sultanate here and built his palace on the east-bank of the river (at the foot of St. Paul’s Hill) in the 1400s. The Melaka River winds its way from Dutch Square and goes past Tan Boon Seng Bridge. There are a few other bridges along the Melaka River worth mentioning. Besides the Tan boon Seng Bridge, there is the ‘Ghostbridge of Malacca’ (a pedestrian bridge which links Kampung Pantai to Kampung Jawa) and the Old Market Bridge (which links Kampung Hulu to Jalan Kee Ann and the old Central Market).
xv- Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple-It is one of the first Hindu temples built in Malaysia. Opened in 1781, the rectangular-shaped temple is on a plot of land that was donated by the religiously tolerant Dutch back in the day and features a Dutch architectural style.Dedicated to the elephant-headed Hindu deity Vinayagar (more commonly known as Ganesha), the temple is set near Masjid Kampung Kling (Kling Village Mosque) and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple. It is located along Jalan Tokong Emas (Harmony Street), an avenue known for its collection of religious shrines.
xvi- A’Famosa-It is more than just quick photo stop opportunity for tourists. Built in 1511, the settlement used to sprawl across a whole hillside but now only a lone gate (Porta de Santiago) remains. One of the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Asia; it is set beside the Istana ke Sultanan on Jalan Kota. A’Famosa is perhaps Malacca’s best known sightseeing spot. Originally constructed by Alfonso de Albuquerque (who led the Portuguese invasion on the Malacca Sultanate), the remains of the fort is now a crumbling whitewashed gatehouse and is located downhill from St. Paul’s Church. In the 16th century A’Famosa housed the entire Portuguese administration, including its hospitals, five churches, elongated stockades and four key towers. One tower was a four-storey keep; the others were an ammunition storage room, captain’s residence and an officer’s quarters.
xvii- Bukit Cina-It is the ancestral burial ground of Malacca’s Chinese community. Also known as Chinese Hill, it is the largest and oldest Chinese graveyard outside of China itself with over 12,500 graves. Although it is primarily a graveyard for early Chinese settlers, the cemetery has about 20 Muslim tombs, too.The oldest grave in Bukit Cina is that of Tin Kap, the first Chinese kapitan (a mediatory position created by the Dutch East India Company which made it possible for them to rule the various ethnic communities). These days the 20ha hill is chiefly used as a jogging track.
xiii- Hard Rock Café Malacca- Opened in January 2013, Hard Rock Cafe Malacca has a similar layout to the rest of the chain’s outlets all across the world – outdoor and indoor seating areas, together with a live stage, a bar, and the iconic Rock Shop selling Hard Rock Cafe Malacca memorabilia. Bringing distinctive Malacca flavour to the decor is the Straits Malacca-inspired patterned floor, with walls decorated with music memorabilia such as Bruce Springsteen’s signed guitar and Prince’s white dinner jacket.
xiv-Melaka River- Melaka River was once dubbed the ‘Venice of the East’ by European seafarers. These days, it is a popular tourist attraction primarily because of the 45-minute River Cruise that takes you all the way to Kampung Morten, past Malacca town and the settlements and bridges along the riverbank. The Melaka River spans a distance of ten km. It is said to be the birthplace of Melaka because the Sumatran prince Parameswara founded Malacca sultanate here and built his palace on the east-bank of the river (at the foot of St. Paul’s Hill) in the 1400s. The Melaka River winds its way from Dutch Square and goes past Tan Boon Seng Bridge. There are a few other bridges along the Melaka River worth mentioning. Besides the Tan boon Seng Bridge, there is the ‘Ghostbridge of Malacca’ (a pedestrian bridge which links Kampung Pantai to Kampung Jawa) and the Old Market Bridge (which links Kampung Hulu to Jalan Kee Ann and the old Central Market).
xv- Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple-It is one of the first Hindu temples built in Malaysia. Opened in 1781, the rectangular-shaped temple is on a plot of land that was donated by the religiously tolerant Dutch back in the day and features a Dutch architectural style.Dedicated to the elephant-headed Hindu deity Vinayagar (more commonly known as Ganesha), the temple is set near Masjid Kampung Kling (Kling Village Mosque) and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple. It is located along Jalan Tokong Emas (Harmony Street), an avenue known for its collection of religious shrines.
xvi- A’Famosa-It is more than just quick photo stop opportunity for tourists. Built in 1511, the settlement used to sprawl across a whole hillside but now only a lone gate (Porta de Santiago) remains. One of the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Asia; it is set beside the Istana ke Sultanan on Jalan Kota. A’Famosa is perhaps Malacca’s best known sightseeing spot. Originally constructed by Alfonso de Albuquerque (who led the Portuguese invasion on the Malacca Sultanate), the remains of the fort is now a crumbling whitewashed gatehouse and is located downhill from St. Paul’s Church. In the 16th century A’Famosa housed the entire Portuguese administration, including its hospitals, five churches, elongated stockades and four key towers. One tower was a four-storey keep; the others were an ammunition storage room, captain’s residence and an officer’s quarters.
xvii- Bukit Cina-It is the ancestral burial ground of Malacca’s Chinese community. Also known as Chinese Hill, it is the largest and oldest Chinese graveyard outside of China itself with over 12,500 graves. Although it is primarily a graveyard for early Chinese settlers, the cemetery has about 20 Muslim tombs, too.The oldest grave in Bukit Cina is that of Tin Kap, the first Chinese kapitan (a mediatory position created by the Dutch East India Company which made it possible for them to rule the various ethnic communities). These days the 20ha hill is chiefly used as a jogging track.
003- PUTRAJAYA- Named after the first Malaysian Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra, it is just about 25 kilometers from the Kuala Lumpur City Centre in 11,000 acres. Also known as the Garden City, most of Putrajaya is devoted to greenery and water bodies with 13 different gardens within the complex. Occupying center stage is the huge man-made lake. This official seat of the Malaysian Prime Minister, Putrajaya is also one of the major tourist attractions of Malaysia. The government was moved from Kuala Lumpur in 1999 to Putrajaya due to the overcrowding areas in Kuala Lumpur. Putrajaya takes over the administrative functions of the capital city Kuala Lumpur and is part of the Multimedia Super Corridor project of the Malaysian government.
i-Putra Mosque/Masijid Putra - This mosque has a capacity of 15,000 worshippers and its 116-meter minaret is the tallest in Southeast Asia. The mosque is constructed in rose-tinted granite which gives its desert-pink hue that offsets the cengal woodwork on doors, windows and panels. The pink-domed Putra Mosque is constructed with rose-tinted granite. The basement wall of the mosque resembles that of the King Hassan Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco. The mosque consists of three main functional areas - the prayer hall, the courtyard, and various learning facilities and function rooms. The prayer hall is simple and elegant, supported by 12 columns. The highest point below the dome is 250 feet above ground level. The Sahn, landscaped with several decorative water features and bordered by colonnades, provides a huge yet welcoming and beautiful prayer space. Its impressive minaret is influenced by the design of the Sheikh Omar Mosque in Baghdad. At 116m, it is one of the tallest minarets in the region and has five tiers, representing the Five Pillars of Islam. Free entry, open every day from 9 AM to 5 PM. Non-Muslims may not enter the mosque building itself during prayer hours.
ii- Palace of Justice-The Istana Kehakiman or Palace of Justice is a majestic looking building, and houses the judicial department and courts. The complex comprises five- story building for the judiciary and a two-story building to house the courts and offices. Since the area has a large courtyard, it is often used as a venue for national level events such as Colours of Malaysia fest, and many more. A great place for outdoor photography, with the impressive domed minarets as a focal viewpoint.
iii-Perdana Putra/Prime Minister Office – Putra Perdana is the Prime Minister's Department Complex housing several government buildings and agencies. It is located on the main hill in Putrajaya, and was built in 1997. The buildings in the complex are influenced by Malay, Islamic and European architecture, hence its unique look, with a green-pitched roof that converges at the onion-shaped glazed mosaic main dome, a replica of Masjid Zahir in Alor Setar, Kedah - surrounding by four smaller domes denoting the Malay and Islamic heritage of the nation. .This building has also become the icon for Putrajaya, with its distinctive green dome and clay like coloured buildings. Perdana Putra overlooks the Putrajaya Lake, Putra Mosque and Dataran Putra. The six-story natural stone clad office complex comprises the Prime Minister's office, the offices of the Deputy Prime Minister and Chief Secretary to the Government. Open to the public Mon-Fri 8 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 PM to 4 PM, plus every 2nd and 4th Sat in the morning only. Free entry, but ID is required (passport for non-Malaysians).
iv- Putrajaya International Convention Center- Dominantly located at the end of the Putrajaya Boulevard, and is located on the top of Taman Puncak Selatan in Precinct 5. This showcase squashed UFO of a building, designed to resemble a Malay belt buckle. The Plenary Hall, for major conferences, allows a capacity of up to 3,000 people with a podium stage. The Heads of State Hall has a circular seating arrangement for 180 people. Perdana Hall has an extensive kitchen serving 3,000 diners seated at any one time.
v-Putrajaya Landmark- The Putrajaya Landmark or Mercu Tanda is the first landmark in Putrajaya. It is located in Putra Perdana Park. The Putrajaya Landmark symbolizes the beginnings of Putrajaya with its time capsule structure. Its design is a combination of a high-technology theme and the use of contemporary and traditional motifs. Plaza Mercu or Landmark Plaza, is landscaped with trees and water fountains.
i-Putra Mosque/Masijid Putra - This mosque has a capacity of 15,000 worshippers and its 116-meter minaret is the tallest in Southeast Asia. The mosque is constructed in rose-tinted granite which gives its desert-pink hue that offsets the cengal woodwork on doors, windows and panels. The pink-domed Putra Mosque is constructed with rose-tinted granite. The basement wall of the mosque resembles that of the King Hassan Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco. The mosque consists of three main functional areas - the prayer hall, the courtyard, and various learning facilities and function rooms. The prayer hall is simple and elegant, supported by 12 columns. The highest point below the dome is 250 feet above ground level. The Sahn, landscaped with several decorative water features and bordered by colonnades, provides a huge yet welcoming and beautiful prayer space. Its impressive minaret is influenced by the design of the Sheikh Omar Mosque in Baghdad. At 116m, it is one of the tallest minarets in the region and has five tiers, representing the Five Pillars of Islam. Free entry, open every day from 9 AM to 5 PM. Non-Muslims may not enter the mosque building itself during prayer hours.
ii- Palace of Justice-The Istana Kehakiman or Palace of Justice is a majestic looking building, and houses the judicial department and courts. The complex comprises five- story building for the judiciary and a two-story building to house the courts and offices. Since the area has a large courtyard, it is often used as a venue for national level events such as Colours of Malaysia fest, and many more. A great place for outdoor photography, with the impressive domed minarets as a focal viewpoint.
iii-Perdana Putra/Prime Minister Office – Putra Perdana is the Prime Minister's Department Complex housing several government buildings and agencies. It is located on the main hill in Putrajaya, and was built in 1997. The buildings in the complex are influenced by Malay, Islamic and European architecture, hence its unique look, with a green-pitched roof that converges at the onion-shaped glazed mosaic main dome, a replica of Masjid Zahir in Alor Setar, Kedah - surrounding by four smaller domes denoting the Malay and Islamic heritage of the nation. .This building has also become the icon for Putrajaya, with its distinctive green dome and clay like coloured buildings. Perdana Putra overlooks the Putrajaya Lake, Putra Mosque and Dataran Putra. The six-story natural stone clad office complex comprises the Prime Minister's office, the offices of the Deputy Prime Minister and Chief Secretary to the Government. Open to the public Mon-Fri 8 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 PM to 4 PM, plus every 2nd and 4th Sat in the morning only. Free entry, but ID is required (passport for non-Malaysians).
iv- Putrajaya International Convention Center- Dominantly located at the end of the Putrajaya Boulevard, and is located on the top of Taman Puncak Selatan in Precinct 5. This showcase squashed UFO of a building, designed to resemble a Malay belt buckle. The Plenary Hall, for major conferences, allows a capacity of up to 3,000 people with a podium stage. The Heads of State Hall has a circular seating arrangement for 180 people. Perdana Hall has an extensive kitchen serving 3,000 diners seated at any one time.
v-Putrajaya Landmark- The Putrajaya Landmark or Mercu Tanda is the first landmark in Putrajaya. It is located in Putra Perdana Park. The Putrajaya Landmark symbolizes the beginnings of Putrajaya with its time capsule structure. Its design is a combination of a high-technology theme and the use of contemporary and traditional motifs. Plaza Mercu or Landmark Plaza, is landscaped with trees and water fountains.
vi-Millennium Monument – Millennium Monument is a national monument which is analogous to the Washington Monument in Washington DC. It was the second national monument to be built in Putrajaya after Putrajaya Landmark. It is uniquely shaped like an obelisk with etchings denoting important periods and milestones in the nation’s history. The monument is 68m tall. It stands in a 25-hectare park in Precinct 2.
vii-The Putrajaya Lake- Putrajaya Lake is located at the centre of Putrajaya city, Malaysia. This 650ha man-made lake is designed to act as a natural cooling system for the city and also for recreation, fishing, water sports and water transport.
Musical Fountain-On Saturday evenings at the lakeside there is a wonderful new dancing fountain display together with buskers, a clown, battery operated cars, KMX cycles and free karaoke for a fun family evening.
viii-Putra Square/ Dataran Putra - The Putra Square is a city square located opposite the Prime Minister's office complex /Perdana Putra. The square has been used for festivals such as the Malaysian Independence Day parade. The 300 meter circular Putra Square is bounded by Perdana Putra, Putra Mosque, Putra Bridge and the Promenade Shopping Mall. Its design has an outer 11-point star representing the 11 states that formed our nation when Malaysia first gained her independence, an inner 13-point star symbolizing the thirteen states of today, while the inner -most 14 point star represents the Malaysia states and the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya.
ix- Putrajaya Bridge-The Putrajaya Bridge spans 435 meters, is one of the main bridges in Putrajaya and is connecting the Government Precinct at its north and the Mixed Development Precinct at its south, while linking Dataran Putra with the Boulevard.Architecturally, it bears a similar resemblance to the Khalu Bridge in Isfahan, Iran. The bridge is a combination of cable backstays and structural steel tie back.
x- Putrajaya Boulevard- It is a 100-meter wide, 4-kilometers long boulevard flanked by government offices and the mainstage for National Day parade.
xi-IOI CITY MALL PUTRAJAYA - IOI City Mall is situated within IOI Resort City, Putrajaya, approximately a 35-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur city centre and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). Surrounded by lush greenery and shaded walking paths, the shopping centre also has colourful water fountains and presents a beautiful sunset view. The four-storey megamall, measuring at about 130,064 square metres, consists of 350 local and international retail outlets. Aside from numerous shopping, dining, and leisure outlets, IOI City Mall is home to a breathtaking Olympic-size skating rink. Located on the first floor. Entrance fee is RM23 on weekdays and RM28 on weekends; gloves and socks are also available at additional surcharges. IOI City Mall Putrajaya also has an indoor post-apocalypse theme park called District21. With an entrance fee of RM75 for adults, the park comprises 11 adventure attractions, namely Wall Climbing, Roller Glider, Low Ropes, Go Pedal, Pump Track, Free Fall, Trampoline, The Maze, Sky Trail, Tubby Ride and Carousel.
xii-CRUISE TASIK PUTRAJAYA- Located on Putrajaya Lake in the heart of Putrajaya next to Putra Mosque andDataran Putra, it is one of the city's top tourist attractions. The catamaran Sightseeing Tours run hourly and last 45 minutes. The route takes passengers past Putra Mosque, Istana Darul Ehsan, the Millennium Monument, imposing ministry buildings, Putra Bridge and other spectacular Putrajaya bridges.
Location- The jetty for buying tickets and boarding the boats is located underneath Putra Bridge, next to the Souq area (souvenir shops and restaurants) alongside Putra Mosque and Dataran Putra.
Ticket-The cost is RM 50 per adult (foreigner).
vii-The Putrajaya Lake- Putrajaya Lake is located at the centre of Putrajaya city, Malaysia. This 650ha man-made lake is designed to act as a natural cooling system for the city and also for recreation, fishing, water sports and water transport.
Musical Fountain-On Saturday evenings at the lakeside there is a wonderful new dancing fountain display together with buskers, a clown, battery operated cars, KMX cycles and free karaoke for a fun family evening.
viii-Putra Square/ Dataran Putra - The Putra Square is a city square located opposite the Prime Minister's office complex /Perdana Putra. The square has been used for festivals such as the Malaysian Independence Day parade. The 300 meter circular Putra Square is bounded by Perdana Putra, Putra Mosque, Putra Bridge and the Promenade Shopping Mall. Its design has an outer 11-point star representing the 11 states that formed our nation when Malaysia first gained her independence, an inner 13-point star symbolizing the thirteen states of today, while the inner -most 14 point star represents the Malaysia states and the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya.
ix- Putrajaya Bridge-The Putrajaya Bridge spans 435 meters, is one of the main bridges in Putrajaya and is connecting the Government Precinct at its north and the Mixed Development Precinct at its south, while linking Dataran Putra with the Boulevard.Architecturally, it bears a similar resemblance to the Khalu Bridge in Isfahan, Iran. The bridge is a combination of cable backstays and structural steel tie back.
x- Putrajaya Boulevard- It is a 100-meter wide, 4-kilometers long boulevard flanked by government offices and the mainstage for National Day parade.
xi-IOI CITY MALL PUTRAJAYA - IOI City Mall is situated within IOI Resort City, Putrajaya, approximately a 35-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur city centre and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). Surrounded by lush greenery and shaded walking paths, the shopping centre also has colourful water fountains and presents a beautiful sunset view. The four-storey megamall, measuring at about 130,064 square metres, consists of 350 local and international retail outlets. Aside from numerous shopping, dining, and leisure outlets, IOI City Mall is home to a breathtaking Olympic-size skating rink. Located on the first floor. Entrance fee is RM23 on weekdays and RM28 on weekends; gloves and socks are also available at additional surcharges. IOI City Mall Putrajaya also has an indoor post-apocalypse theme park called District21. With an entrance fee of RM75 for adults, the park comprises 11 adventure attractions, namely Wall Climbing, Roller Glider, Low Ropes, Go Pedal, Pump Track, Free Fall, Trampoline, The Maze, Sky Trail, Tubby Ride and Carousel.
xii-CRUISE TASIK PUTRAJAYA- Located on Putrajaya Lake in the heart of Putrajaya next to Putra Mosque andDataran Putra, it is one of the city's top tourist attractions. The catamaran Sightseeing Tours run hourly and last 45 minutes. The route takes passengers past Putra Mosque, Istana Darul Ehsan, the Millennium Monument, imposing ministry buildings, Putra Bridge and other spectacular Putrajaya bridges.
Location- The jetty for buying tickets and boarding the boats is located underneath Putra Bridge, next to the Souq area (souvenir shops and restaurants) alongside Putra Mosque and Dataran Putra.
Ticket-The cost is RM 50 per adult (foreigner).
xii-THE PALACE OF JUSTICE- It houses the judicial department in a five-story administration building, and the courts in a two-story annexed building.
The Palace of Justice's design incorporates influences of Classical Islamic culture like Taj Mahal of India's Moorish culture and the Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur along with Western Classical influence, like Palladian.
xiii- MINISTRY OF FINANCE-A visible landmark from the Putra Bridge, this imposing building complex with a crescent-shaped facade, consists of 12 storeys. Within are the Royal Customs and Excise Department, Department of Valuation and Property Services, Department of the National Accountant of Malaysia, Inland Revenue Board, Securities Commission, and National Bank of Malaysia.A combination between Islamic and Malaysian architecture and ornament.
xiv- THE PERBADANAN PUTRAJAYA COMPLEX-Owned by Putrajaya Holdings, the lead developer for Putrajaya, the complex is one of the landmark buildings with contemporary interpretation of traditional Islamic architecture.
The main feature is the Gateway or Gerbang with a public viewing deck on the top most level. This allows for a breathtaking view of the city skyline that includes the Palace of Justice and the Grand Mosque. The gateway also provides a vantage point during parades.
xv-THE DIAMOND BUILDING-It is also known as ‘Bangunan Berlian’ , is an eight-story structure that is the headquarters of the Energy Commission (Suruhanjaya Tenaga) of Malaysia in Putrajaya.The passive-design, energy-efficient structure is designed to use mostly natural light and to consume about one-third the amount of energy of a conventional building of its size.The building , is topped with photovoltaic (PV) solar panels, which generate about 10 percent of the building’s energy. Rainwater harvesting systems save about 70 to 80 percent of water usage. The Diamond Building’s inverted pyramid configuration allows more roof space for solar panels and more ground space for greenery.The centrepiece of the building is a large central atrium designed to admit and regulate day lighting using an automatic roller-blind system responsive to the intensity as well as the angle of the incident sunlight.
xvi-THE TUANKU MIZAN ZAINAL ABIDIN MOSQUE-Named after the country’s 13th King (Yang DiPertuan Agong), the Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque, is the second principal mosque in Putrajaya after its iconic Putra Mosque.The mosque located right next to Putrajaya lake.Employing a ‘light, airy and transparent’ design concept, the mosque relies on natural ventilation and an air-cooling technology called ‘Gas District Cooling’ to ensure that the air within the building stays cool even without the use of fans or air conditioners. Lattice screens made from stainless steel surround its main prayer hall in place of walls, allowing free flow of air. It also has an ultrasonic technology to repel birds.The path towards the mosque crosses a skyway known as the Kiblat Walk which stretches out to the nearby Putrajaya Corporation.
xvii-THE SERI GEMILANG BRIDGE- A landmark bridge in Putrajaya, it has dual three lane carriageways with pedestrian walkways on both sides and ornamental lamp posts along the central divider.
Categorised as a ceremonial bridge, Seri Gemilang is very grand decorative towers, trimmed with marble and gold. The balusters are fabricated from pre-cast stone and towers are topped with a crescent moon with a star. The bridge has a main span of 120m long and two spans 60m at each end making a total length of 240m. The road from the bridge leads to the Putrajaya International Convention Centre at the end.
Presented by-V P Gupta
The Palace of Justice's design incorporates influences of Classical Islamic culture like Taj Mahal of India's Moorish culture and the Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur along with Western Classical influence, like Palladian.
xiii- MINISTRY OF FINANCE-A visible landmark from the Putra Bridge, this imposing building complex with a crescent-shaped facade, consists of 12 storeys. Within are the Royal Customs and Excise Department, Department of Valuation and Property Services, Department of the National Accountant of Malaysia, Inland Revenue Board, Securities Commission, and National Bank of Malaysia.A combination between Islamic and Malaysian architecture and ornament.
xiv- THE PERBADANAN PUTRAJAYA COMPLEX-Owned by Putrajaya Holdings, the lead developer for Putrajaya, the complex is one of the landmark buildings with contemporary interpretation of traditional Islamic architecture.
The main feature is the Gateway or Gerbang with a public viewing deck on the top most level. This allows for a breathtaking view of the city skyline that includes the Palace of Justice and the Grand Mosque. The gateway also provides a vantage point during parades.
xv-THE DIAMOND BUILDING-It is also known as ‘Bangunan Berlian’ , is an eight-story structure that is the headquarters of the Energy Commission (Suruhanjaya Tenaga) of Malaysia in Putrajaya.The passive-design, energy-efficient structure is designed to use mostly natural light and to consume about one-third the amount of energy of a conventional building of its size.The building , is topped with photovoltaic (PV) solar panels, which generate about 10 percent of the building’s energy. Rainwater harvesting systems save about 70 to 80 percent of water usage. The Diamond Building’s inverted pyramid configuration allows more roof space for solar panels and more ground space for greenery.The centrepiece of the building is a large central atrium designed to admit and regulate day lighting using an automatic roller-blind system responsive to the intensity as well as the angle of the incident sunlight.
xvi-THE TUANKU MIZAN ZAINAL ABIDIN MOSQUE-Named after the country’s 13th King (Yang DiPertuan Agong), the Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque, is the second principal mosque in Putrajaya after its iconic Putra Mosque.The mosque located right next to Putrajaya lake.Employing a ‘light, airy and transparent’ design concept, the mosque relies on natural ventilation and an air-cooling technology called ‘Gas District Cooling’ to ensure that the air within the building stays cool even without the use of fans or air conditioners. Lattice screens made from stainless steel surround its main prayer hall in place of walls, allowing free flow of air. It also has an ultrasonic technology to repel birds.The path towards the mosque crosses a skyway known as the Kiblat Walk which stretches out to the nearby Putrajaya Corporation.
xvii-THE SERI GEMILANG BRIDGE- A landmark bridge in Putrajaya, it has dual three lane carriageways with pedestrian walkways on both sides and ornamental lamp posts along the central divider.
Categorised as a ceremonial bridge, Seri Gemilang is very grand decorative towers, trimmed with marble and gold. The balusters are fabricated from pre-cast stone and towers are topped with a crescent moon with a star. The bridge has a main span of 120m long and two spans 60m at each end making a total length of 240m. The road from the bridge leads to the Putrajaya International Convention Centre at the end.
Presented by-V P Gupta