Suggested itinerary in Malaysia

Standing at a dizzying height of close to 460 meters, the Petronas Twin Towers was constructed as a symbolic gesture to show Kuala Lumpur's growing importance in the world. It was the world's tallest building till 2004. The pair of 88-story towers are connected by a 58. read more »

Istana Melawati is the second national palace of Malaysia's Yang di-Pertuan Agong in Putrajaya, with the first being the Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur. it is perched atop a hill on the nothrwestern end of Putrajaya, seving as a royal retreat for His Majesty and his family, and is also the venue for meetings with other Rulers as well as the venue for certain official and private functions hosted by the King. Its design is modeled after ancient Malay palaces, with its structure consisting of 3 tall towers at the side and centre of the palace. read more »

Spanning an area of approximately 7.5 million square feet, Berjaya Times Square (BTS) is one of the largest shopping malls in the world, featuring over 1000 shops in its 10 storeys. Merchandise found here include fashion items and accessories, household and furnishing, electric goods, bridal showcases and more. read more »

Once known as the Red Light district of KL and a seedy place with more hookers than hawkers, Jalan Alor has undergone several facelifts to become a unique food destination in the heart of Kuala Lumpur today. Here, visitors can find some of the best culinary delights that Malaysia has to offer in the rows and rows of hawker stalls that line both sides of the streets, patronized by both locals and tourists. It gradually comes alive from evening, as many restaurants and stalls open throughout the night. read more »

Located at the top of the KL Tower, the Seri Angkasa Revolving Restaurant provides its diners with a spectacular view of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre and the Klang Valley below. At 282 metres above ground level, it is also the 4th highest revolving restaurant in the world and the highest in Southeast Asia. Seri Angkasa Revolving Restaurant offers diners a full buffet selection, from appetizers to main courses to desserts, with an extensive range including local Malay favourites and some familiar Western choices. read more »

Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the National Museum (Muzium Negara) is an important Museum that serves as a guardian of Malaysia's history. Built in the style of a traditional Malay house, it features a huge central main entrance wall that is flanked by two exhibition wings. Here, visitors will learn about the development of Malaysia from pre-historic times to the present through its exciting and innovating exhibits. read more »

Housing more than 7000 artefacts, the Islamic Arts Museum in Malaysia is Southeast Asia's largest museum of Islamic Art. It reflects the growing interest in Islamic Art in recent years. Visitors will find an exceptional library of Islamic-art books here, and an extensive collection of art objects on display, ranging from minute pieces of jewelry to the huge model of the Masijid al-Haram in Mecca. read more »

Established in 1888, the Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens (Taman Tasik Perdana) is Malaysia's most popular park. Built around an artificial lake, it contains 91.6 hectares of greenery, making a must-visit for all nature lovers. read more »

Located in Petaling Jaya, the Forest Research Institute of Malaysia is a place not to be missed for nature lovers who are in Kuala Lumpur. Founded in 1929, it is one of the leading in leading institutions in tropical forestry research on a local and international scale. The institute's well-preserved forest is a great place to explore with its rich biodiversity, and visitors will find a wealth of flora and fauna here. read more »