The Sultan Abdul Samad Building

The Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Jalan Raja is one of the most well known landmarks in Kuala Lumpur. The construction of this building started in 1893 and was completed in 1896. It is one of the oldest buildings in Kuala Lumpur. AC Norman (architect) and CE Spooner (state engineer) have been credited for the creation of this building. RAJ Bidwell (chief draughtsman) did the elevation based on a Mohametan (sic) style as instructed by CE Spooner.

The centre of attraction is its clock tower in the middle – Kuala Lumpur answer to London's 'Big Ben'. This magnificent Moorish-styled building is the beloved symbol of Kuala Lumpur that can be seen on postcards, tourism broachers, stamps and posters. Although it is only a building, we should appreciate it as it kept its own sentimental value to Malaysian people.

Many historical events had been held in front of this building. Among them was the declaration of independence of Malaysia (Malaya then) on 31 August, 1957 and the lowering of the Union Jack Flag. On 1st January 1982, the clock tower became the venue for another historic event when the time between West Malaysia, Sabah, Sarawak and Singapore were standardized. It is a building with a sentimental value. Directly opposite is Merdeka Square, the scene of the annual independence celebration.


Sultan Abdul Samad Building (Map)



Address: Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur
Directions: 10 minutes walk from Masjid Jamek LRT station

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Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), was launched on the 27th of June 1998. KLIA airport is built in the jungle with features that allow flexibility for future expansion. KLIA has a futuristic look. Everything is very spacious and serene. Sometimes you think you're walking in a space station. A lot of glass (windows), white colors and shiny floors. All very clean, sterile. Actually the airport has two locations, which are connected by a monorail.



Located within the Multimedia Super Corridor and close to the country's future administrative capital, Putra Jaya, the airport is approximately 75 kilometres south of Kuala Lumpur's city centre. It is accessible via the Kuala Lumpur - Seremban Highway/KLIA interchange as well as the Shah Alam/North-South Central Link Expressway. Drive time to the city centre is approximately 60 minutes.



Passenger flow is contained in three main complexes - the Satellite Building, Contact Pier and the Main Terminal Building. The Main Terminal Building is linked to the Contact Pier, while a fully automated train shuttles passengers between the Satellite Building and the Contact Pier. Check-in and Immigration are handled at the Main Terminal Building, while disembarkation and embarkation are handled at the Contact Pier and the Satellite Building.

The Satellite Building serves passengers traveling on international flights. The Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge, duty free shops, restaurants and other facilities, such as an 80 rooms hotel are situated in this building.

At the multi-level Main Terminal Building, six check-in islands with up to 216 counters are located on the Departure level. Also on this floor are duty free shops, restaurants and other facilities such as foreign exchange counters and telecommunication facilities. One floor down is the Mezainine Level, the central gateway for passengers bound for international destinations.

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Heavenly Shopping in Jalan TAR, Kuala Lumpur

JALAN Tuanku Abdul Rahman (Jalan TAR in short) was the main street in Kuala Lumpur at one time. It was originally known as Bata Road , so named because it began as a track leading to Batu village, limestone caves and tin mines. Jalan TAR has changed alot during the past 10 years. It used to have a Saturday nite market but it has now turned into a daily market.



It is located at the back alley of the Jalan TAR where it houses most of the fabric shop in town such as Globe Silk Store, Harrison, Kamdar and such. The market features food, fashion, artificial flowers, some toys.. but mostly are sold by the Malay people. You can get a good bargain for Mulsim prayer material and clothing. For example if in departmental store you will have to buy a set of children baju kurung at RM50.00 and above, here you will get it from RM20.00 onwards, bargaining is not so much here as you will find the pricing is most favourable.



During the Puasa month, you wil get to see a lot of stalls selling artificial flowers at a good price. You will also find varieties of Malay food sold there such as sweet delicacies, "kuih" such as kuih gula hangus, ketayap, kuih lapis, onde-onde, and the famous karipap. They also sell varaities of noodles, mee rebus, asam laksa and also rice such as nasi dagang, nasi kerabu and bryani and lots more to mention.

Nearby will be the Jalan Masjid India, where you will find a lot of Indian jewellery shops as well as eatery places and shops selling Indian customes at a very good bargain price.



If you love to see the real Malaysian living, you would like to tour this market. You will see all rank of people here, the Malaysian plus the weather, hot and humid. But really not that bad in the evening, so try to avoid visiting the market in the afternoon where the sun is right on top of your head. Safety here is ok, just keep your property close with you as when you tour to other country.

If you prefer a comfortable shopping, then you can go Sogo Departmental Store. The price there also not bad and it has a lot of children clothing and eating outlets. Right opposite Sogo you will find the Pertama Complex where you will find a lots of Jeans shop and opposite of the other side of Sogo you will find Campbell Complex. It offers variety of things, ie. sun glasses, clothing, watches etc. Both buildings has been there very long and a walk there just to see how KL has evolved through time. You will be able to see the 10years ago KL with the nowaday KL when you compare them to MidValley, KLCC and Sunway.

You can go to Jalan TAR via public buses, taxis and even train via STAR line and the Komuter train. Parking is a little bit of problem though, but you can park a little bit further opposite the police station. There are a few open space parking lots which charged per entry. I just love this place....... for a different shopping experince. Bringing small children will be a problem though.

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Trip to Butterfly Park, Kuala Lumpur

When you are in Kuala Lumpur and need to get away from the city, the Lake Gardens offers you several places to commune with nature. One such attraction is the Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park, just a stone's throw from the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park. The Butterfly Park houses more than 6,000 butterflies from 120 exotic species.

It's a great place to go to if you're looking for quick respite from the grey landscape and smog. Who would have thought you could find a quiet park like this in the middle of town? Hey, Malaysia also has some nice butterflies, okay? Cantik dan besar (big and beautiful), Malaysia boleh! ;)



There is a nursery and breeding area for the butterflies. The park includes both preserved and live specimens, totaling 1,230 species in all. Facilities include an informative insect museum. On your way out you go through an informative insect museum, where you can also see some living animals.

There is also a souvenir shop near the exit selling lots of local handicrafts and framed butterflies and beetles. You can buy local handicrafts, frames butterflies and beetles. You also can enjoy a glimpse of butterflies at this unique park! Close to the Butterfly Park is The Bird Park en The Orchid Garden.



Traveling Tips:

1. Bring mineral water
2. Bring mosquito repellent
3. Bring your camera
4. Bring a small towel to wipe your sweat
5. Dress appropriately; we will be walking along a path in the jungle after all.
6. Remember that this is a macro outing, so we will be bug hunting. This takes patience and perseverance, so we will move slowly.

Butterfly Park Map:



Butterfly Park
Jalan Cenderawasih
50480 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +603-2693 4799

Open: 9am - 6pm (Daily)

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Kuala Lumpur Railway Station

You might feel as if you stepped into Arabia when you see this former railway station with its domes and minarets. Today, part of it has been converted into an inexpensive hotel - a very attractive place for budget travelers. Built in 1910, this stunning Moorish-style terminal is a delight for photography buffs.



It was designed by architect A.B. Hubbock, who also designed the Jamek Mosque. After an extensive refurbishment, Kuala Lumpur Railway Station now provides air-conditioned comfort and modern facilities for rail passengers. Across the street is the Malayan Railway Building, another Moorish extravagance from the British colonial period. It is linked to the station by an underground thoroughfare.



Very sadly, all the Intercity train services doesn't stop here anymore because there is a new railway station opened called KL Sentral. Only Commuter train stops here. It is located less than 1KM away from the old railway station.



The station 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.

Kuala Lumpur Railway Station
Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin
Kuala Lumpur 50050 Malaysia
+60 3 2615 8188


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Sunway Lagoon Theme Park, Kuala Lumpur

Sunway Lagoon is an amusement park in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. It features rides in both the water park and the adjacent dry park. Situated 20 minutes from Kuala Lumpur is Malaysia's first international-standard water theme park. Within the 80 acres of the park are water-based attractions, such as giant water slides, twin speed slides, a river, a waterfall garden and a lagoon express. The Admission price includes access to theme park; additional fee for Extreme Park and Wildlife Park.



Everything in theme park very excellent I very like all. But I not like for people sell for food in theme park because some food have impossible value, it very expensive. I think Sunway Lagoon Management must control price for food.

Example: in Sunway Lagoon, 1 chicken burger cost me RM7.00 (not special burger) out side place burger only RM2.00, even McDonald special burger only RM4.00! Other food also same crazy price but all facility in side very good has fun.





Sunway Lagoon Theme Park, Kuala Lumpur

Splash in for wet rides at the 360 degrees spiral slide which will take your breath away and don’t miss out on a heart stopping 45 degree drop on the Tobogan. A slow river ride around the theme park is available to view the park’s many attractions, highlighted by an enchanting 80 ft high waterfall.



Attractions and rides:

Waters of Africa
This is the park's latest attraction and simulates a journey into the African wilderness. It has water slides and other rides and attractions.

World of Adventure
This features the longest pedestrian suspension bridge measuring 428 meters from where we can see the whole amusement park from a great height.

Kalahari Kids
This section of the park is exclusively for kids and is enclosed in a fence ensuring high safety. It features many fountains and also small, kid-size water slides. It is mainly a pool and made to look like a small African village in a tranquil setting.

Wild Wild West
This place is designed in such a way that it makes you feel like walking on a street in a cowboy style town in a movie filled with saloons, dancing girls, cowboys, horses, totem poles and so on.

Voodoo River Adventure
The Voodoo River is also known as Juju in Africa and this journey through a 'replica' of the river is not to be missed. This river originated among the Yoruba people of that time. The journey compromises of going into the mystic waters of a river, as if in a fairy tale!

New Attractions!
Sunway Wildlife Adventure Interactive Zoo


How to go Sunway Lagoon from KL Central?



From KL Central, you can either use Taxi, Bus, or LRT.

But the best option for you is to use the rapid KL bus U63 0r U67 directly to Sunway Pyramid (Not far from Sunway Lagoon - you have to walk through the basement car park of Sunway Pyramid to get to Sunway Lagoon, ask the info counter how to get there) The bus fair would only cost you RM2. *And you can use the same ticket to get back to KL Central. You will reach there less than 30 minutes.

If you want to use the LRT, you can use the Putra LRT from KL Central to Kelana Jaya, and then take a rapid KL bus T623 to Sunway Pyramid. The LRT ticket would cost you less than RM2.50 and the bus fair would cost RM1. From KL Central to Kelana Jaya - About 15 - 20 minutes, From Kelana Jaya to Sunway Pyramid - 15 minute

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Exciting Sri Hartamas

Sri Hartamas is one of Kuala Lumpur ’s newest residential neighbourhoods. The parks and other greeneries are beautifully manicured and the wide streets are kept clean. But alas, such beauty and lifestyle comes at a price and the real estate value at Sri Hartamas is considerably higher compared to the other suburbs. It is fully equipped with all the conveniences of modern technology such as wireless and broadband internet. It is a magnet for expatriates and upper middle class young professionals who are seeking the status that comes with living in Sri Hartamas.





Restaurants, shops and bars are strategically located at Desa Sri Hartamas, Plaza Damas and the Hartamas Shopping Centre to cater to the entire neighbourhood. Familiar names such as Starbucks, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Mcdonald’s, Burger King and Guardian Pharmacy sit amidst the offerings that Sri Hartamas has to offer. Choices of country clubs such as The Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club, the Royal Selangor Club and the Bukit Kiara Equestrian Club situated nearby. True Fitness Gym and Yoga Zone are also nearby to give fitness more variety.




We believe that more and more shoplots are being built around the Sri Hartamas area which will greatly increase the number of restaurants and pubs in the area. We have been informed by the residents that the infrastructure there like the roads and amenities are being planned and upgraded.



The traffic influx as well as other new developments nearby has brought an increasing number of people to the area. Through some of its isolation is gone, the young Malaysian professionals that initially moved into the area stayed on



Plaza Damas (Hartamas Shopping Centre)
60 Jalan Sri Hartamas 1,
Sri Hartamas,
50480 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.


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