Beth finds out that climbing one of South East Asia’s highest mountains is a challenging but rewarding experience.She learns from her local Kadazan guide that the mountain is one of the most important homes for plants and animals with some flora being only found here in the park and nowhere else on the planet. This helps her understand why UNESCO has classified Kinabalu National Park as a World Heritage Site.
The 88-storey Petronas Twin Towers, otherwise known as KLCC the world's tallest twin structures.
The 88-storey Petronas Twin Towers, otherwise known as KLCC the world's tallest twin structures.
Located in the heart of the capital city, the crown of the Kuala Lumpur contains a complex of office buildings, conference halls, a sprawling park and an upmarket shopping complex.
Inspired by the geometric shape found in Islamic architecture, this gleaming mega-structure was designed by Argentinian-American architect Cesar Pelli.
Stretching out to one side of this architectural masterpiece is the spacious and beautifully landscaped KLCC Park.
Other attractions at KLCC are Suria Shopping Complex, Petronas Philharmonic Hall, Petrosains Science Centre, Petronas Art Gallery and Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, where The Aquaria Oceanarium is situated.
Those interested in visiting the sky bridge where admission is free, have to queue up for tickets. Visiting hours are from 9 am to 5 pm daily except Mondays.
Key
Tips
Visiting the sky bridge is a great experience, it is open to visitors between 8.30am - 7.00pm from Tuesday to Sunday.(tickets are issued from 830 am onwards, except Mondays). Do remember that only a total of 1640 tickets are issued daily on a first-come-first serve basis. Obtain a ticket at the Concourse Level.
How
to get there
By Foot or Taxi The Petronas Twin Towers are in between Jalan Ampang and Jalan Raja Chulan. It is also next to the Mandarin Oriental Hotel and opposite The Ascott.
By Train The KLCC station is on the PUTRA LRT line.
Who
to contact
For more information, please go to: www. suriaklcc.com.my
Accommodation
Overview
Kuala Lumpur offers a full range of accommodation, from basic backpacker's hostels to 5-star hotels.
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USER COMMENTS
HAWA wrote
at 9:03:17 AM on 14 Apr 2010
good place to visit!!!..
Ema wrote
at 2:16:32 PM on 31 Jan 2010
Coolest, friendliest and best place to eat in the world!
edd wrote
at 4:11:01 AM on 31 Jan 2010
beautiful country, wonderful people
savie wrote
at 8:19:12 PM on 21 Jan 2010
amazing malaysia
jerry wrote
at 1:47:18 PM on 9 Dec 2009
Yes, the petronas twin towers is so wonderful ,it's a unforgetable journey
National Palace - Official residence of His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda, Yang DiPertuan Agong, the King of Malaysia. He is the constitutional monarch and paramount ruler of Malaysia.
Sultan Abdul Samad Building - The iconic Sultan Abdul Samad building is located in front of Dataran Merdeka and Royal Selangor Club, by Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman.
KL Bird Park - The KL Bird Park is located in the serene and scenic Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens.
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