Kuala Lumpur is the cosmopolitan capital of Malaysia. The metropolis, boasting breathtaking skyscrapers, satiating shopping scene and pleasing food culture, is sure to beguile the travellers booking tickets to Kuala Lumpur. Date : Thursday, November 03, 2011
Holidays to Asian cyber-city, Kuala Lumpur is an exhilarating experience. The pulsating Malaysian city portrays an eclectic melange of ancient and space-age times. Kula Lumpur is dotted with soaring edifices, historic temples and mosques, ostentatious shopping malls, intoxicating clubs and pubs, awe-inspiring cultural diversity, and countless parks and gardens.
Often referred as Asia's green capital, Kuala Lumpur offers a hive of unceasing activities for people to enjoy. Grabbing low-cost tickets to Kuala Lumpur is a way to explore the wealth of marvellous sightseeing attractions and stirring activities. Have a glimpse at the abundance of Kula Lumpur and get acquainted with its entrancing offerings.
Have a Bird's Eye View from Petronas Twin Towers
Petronas Twin Towers is the best attraction to kick-start an expedition of Kuala Lumpur. The mammoth towers stands boastfully in the heart of metropolis and feature a complex of offices, conference halls, a rambling park and an up-market shopping complex. The scintillating mega-structure is home to superb attractions like Petronas Philharmonic Hall, Petrosains Science Centre, Suria Shopping Complex, Petronas Art Gallery and Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Last but not the least visitors can witness the breathtaking vistas of glittering Kuala Lumpur from a double decker skybridge between 41st and 42nd floors.
Experience the Islamic Heritage at Menara KL Tower
Another breathtaking skyscraper of the Malaysian capital is Menara Kuala Lumpur (KL). The 421 meter tower standing at the top of Bukit Nanas (the only tropical rain forest in the city) truly typifies the Islamic heritage of Malaysia. The tower is immaculately designed with Arabic scripts, Islamic tiles, and archetypal Islamic floral patterns. Glass-clad domes at the main lobby of the upper ground floor punctuate the beauty of the tower. Use of Muqarnas - a kind of corbel used for decoration make Menara KL Tower an epitome of brilliant traditional Islamic architecture.
Soak in the colourful ambience of Little India
Little India – Brickfields is an ideal spot for visitors having penchant for some Indian flavour. The precinct offers a true Indian ambience with rows of stores and restaurants run by Malaysia's Indian community. Be it shopping, food or culture, the colourful boulevard has plenty for letting visitors bask in the glory of India. Shoppers can lay hands on bales of saris, heaps of Bollywood-inspired outfits, gaudy glass bangles, gold jewellery and much more. And devour some of the spiciest and tastiest India snacks like samosa or ghulab jamun at the restaurants.
Explore the Thean Hou Temple
Thean Hou Temple is one of the oldest and largest temples in Southeast Asia. The Temple is sitting on top of the hill at Seputeh, next to a high rise condominium known as Robson Heights. The grand structure of the temple oozes the elements of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism. Highlights of the temple are dragon-inspired columns, a prayer hall with three altars, medicinal herbs garden, a tortoise pond and pagoda rooftops. Owing to the sheer charm, the temple is visited by almost every traveller who book cheap tickets to Kula Lumpur.
Poke around Kuala Lumpur Bird Park
Sprawling approximately 20 acres of verdant valley terrain and a part of Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens, Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is one of the free-flight aviaries in the world. Birdwatchers will be delighted to see the breathtaking collection of 3,000 birds of 200 local and foreign bird species at the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park. The park offers a great opportunity to encounter the pigeon, Indian blue peacock, storks, egrets and ibises, mandarin ducks, hawk eagles, hornbills, ostriches and much more. Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is split into the 4 different zones - Zone 1 and 2 are the free-flight zone; Zone 3 is the Hornbill Park and in Zone 4, birds are kept in separate cages and mini aviaries.
Relive the Past at Muzium Negara (National Museum)
Muzium Negara is a haven for historical buffs netting cheap tickets to Malaysia. The museum is located at the major road of Jalan Damansara in Kuala Lumpur. The palatial building of the museum is inspired from the classical Malay architecture. Muzium Negara enlightens visitors about the rich history and vibrant culture of Malaysia. There are various galleries housed within museum including Historical Gallery, Cultural Gallery, Metalworks and Musical Instrument Gallery, National Sports Gallery and the National History Gallery.
Visit the Popular Batu Caves
Batu Caves at limestone hill are the labyrinth of large as well as small caves, ancient temples and Hindu shrines. The place is one of the most frequented tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur and captivates hordes of tourists every year. The caves are revered as the most sacred place in Malaysia. Batu Caves features a 272-step staircase leading to the temple cave and special piece of attention is a shrine of Lord Subramaniam, a Hindu deity in the main cave. At the foot of the caves, a gallery housing clay figurines and wall paintings offers a peek into the Hindu mythology.