Kuala
Lumpur Travel Information
Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of the Federation of
Malaysia, is centrally located on the west coast of
Peninsular Malaysia. Covering an area of 243 sq. km
(94 square miles), it lies approximately 35 km from
the coast. Kuala Lumpur was conferred city status on
February 1, 1972 and declared as a Federal Territory
in 1974.
From its modest beginnings as a small settlement at
the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers, Kuala
Lumpur developed into a thriving center for the tin
trade in the 1880's. Today the city has evolved into
a vibrant and bustling metropolis with a fascinating
skyline of old world pre-war edifices dominated by modern
and sophisticated skyscrapers. Despite its urban environment,
Kuala Lumpur retains the ambience of a garden city with
its attractive landscaping, lush greenery and extensive
public parks.
Travellers will find Kuala Lumpur a fascinating destination
for sight-seeing, culture, shopping, recreation or nightlife.
The city possesses a unique charm and appeal of its
own.
Shopping buffs will be delighted to discover a host
of affordable and exciting buys at both modern shopping
malls or open air bazaars.
A tempting variety of delectable local and foreign cuisine
can be enjoyed at any time of the day and night. Explore
the numerous food courts, fine restaurants and other
eateries to discover the gastronomic delights of the
city.
Getting to Kuala Lumpur is easy with over 40 international
airlines, including Malaysia Airlines, serving the city's
new state-of-the art KL International Airport (KLIA)
at Sepang. Domestic routes are served by Air Asia, Pelangi
Air, Singapore Airlines and Royal Brunei Airlines, in
addition to Malaysia Airlines.
Malaysia is also accessible overland from Thailand in
the North, and Singapore in the South, via Keretapi
Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) which connects most of the principal
towns in Peninsular Malaysia.
By sea, the main port-of-call for cruise liners to Malaysia
is Port Klang, situated 41 km from KL.
The city's strategic location at the heart of Southeast
Asia, along with excellent supporting infrastructure,
has made it a popular venue for international events,
conventions and exhibitions.
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