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Attraction of Kuala Lumpur
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Malaysia Tourist Information Complex (MATIC) |
A good place to begin any visit to Kuala Lumpur is the
one-stop information centre, which provides a general
picture of what the city and Malaysia have to offer.
Audio-visual equipment provides background information on
each state in the country. You can book a tour, arrange to
go on a trishaw ride in the city, change your money, and
book air or bus tickets to various destinations in Malaysia.
International calls, facsimile and telex services are also
offered.
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National Zoo and Aquarium |
Thirteen kilometers north-east of Kuala Lumpur is the
National Zoo. It contains hundreds of different species of
animals, birds, and reptiles. The aquarium has an extensive
collection of marine and freshwater species. Both the Zoo
and Aquarium are open daily from 9am to 6pm.
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Kuala Lumpur Railway Station |
Located at Jalan Hishamuddin, this Moorish-style terminal
was designed by architect A.B. Hubbock, who also designed
the Masjid Jam. Built in 1910, it underwent extensive
renovations in 1986. It is equipped with air-conditioned
waiting halls, snack kiosks, money changing booths, souvenir
shops, restaurants and a tourist information counter. Across
the street is the Malayan Railway Administration Building,
another fine example of the British colonial adaptation of
Moorish architecture. It is linked to the station by an
underground thoroughfare.
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Central Market |
Fifty years ago this site was occupied by a wet market.
Today, the art-deco structure of the Central Market is a
centre for the display and development of Malaysian culture,
arts and crafts. There are many performances,
demonstrations, and activities offered here, including batik
painting, fortune telling, shadow puppet plays, glass
blowing, dance classes, art classes, and many others. The
building won the Coronation Architecture Design Award in
1953.
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National Library |
Located at Jalan Tun Razak. The blue-roofed building was
inspired by a tengkolok, the traditional Malay headgear, and
songtet, a richly-designed brocade fabric. The library is a
very recent addition to Kuala Lumpur, having opened only in
1992. The extensive holdings include a collection of
publications on Malaysia by Malaysian authors as well as
ancient Malay manuscripts. Open: 1Oam-5pm (Sat-Sun), Closed
on Monday.
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Petaling Street |
The center of Kuala Lumpur's original Chinatown. Petaling
Street maintains much of its traditional atmosphere,
particularly at night when vendors spread their wares out on
the street. While it is possible to purchase anything from
gems and incense to toys and t-shirts here, enjoying the
night market is really a matter of just wandering about and
enjoying its sights, sounds, and energy.
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