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The 328ft (100m) flagpole rising from Merdeka Square is the
tallest in the world, and marks the place where Malaysia achieved
independence in 1957. The city’s colonial past is still very
much alive in the architecture of the surrounding buildings and the
field still... see full details
The crowded and colourful Chinatown area is a jumble of shops,
food, smells and people. The central section of Petaling Street is
closed at night to traffic and the street is transformed into an
exciting, brightly lit experience. Vendors spread their wares onto
the... see full details
The Petronas Towers are designed to impress and encapsulate
Malaysia's emergence as South East Asia's commercial and cultural
centre. Celebrated as one of the tallest towers in the world, the
buildings stand at a height of 1,483ft (452m) and are joined by a
skybridge... see full details
British architect, AB Hubbock was inspired by North Indian
Islamic design when he conceived this magnificent railway station.
Spires, minarets, towers and arches explode against the backdrop of
skyscrapers emphasising the glory of Moorish elegance. It
serves not only as an aesthetic vision but is... see full details
Masjid Jamek is located where the Gombak River flows into the
Klang River and with its palm tress and curved steps leading to the
water's edge, it is a haven of peace and tranquillity set amongst
the buzz and rush of modern KL.... see full details
These 60-hectare (148-acre) gardens established in 1888
form the green belt of Kuala Lumpur. The lush vegetation surrounds
a vast lake. Visitors can take a leisurely boat cruise to
enjoy views of the gardens from the water (RM4 per hour: Saturdays,
2pm to 5.30pm and Sundays... see full details
National Mosque (Masjid Negara)
A modern contrast to the Friday Mosque, the National Mosque was
completed in 1965 and remains the largest mosque in South East Asia
- the vast main prayer hall can accommodate up to 10,000 people.
Many of the city's Malay office workers congregate... see full details
National Museum (Muzium Negara)
Malaysia’s historical artefacts and cultural icons are
housed in an appropriately designed building, reflecting the
Minangkabau architectural style of the region. Ethnographic and
archaeological exhibits include life-size dioramas depicting
various aspects of traditional Malaysian life. Shadow play (Wayang
kilt) displays reflect the ancient artistry of... see full details
Taman Negara contains some of the oldest rainforest in the world
and spans thousands of square miles of protected land.
Its richly diverse fauna and flora have evolved over a staggering
130 million years. The best way to explore the diversity of plant
and animal life... see full details
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South East Asia. UK departures only.