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KUALA
LUMPUR
Kuala
Lumpur or K.L as it is locally known, began in the late 1850s. A
group of tin prospectors that landed at the meeting point of the
Kelang and Gombak rivers named the place Kuala Lumpur in malay,
which means - 'Muddy Confluence'. Shifting between colonial powers
the whole Malaysia peninsula came under British rule in 1913. It
was known as British Malaya.
At the commencement of World War II, Malaya supplied nearly 40%
of the world's rubber and 60% of its tin. This pre-war boom period
also saw massive movements of Chinese and Indian nationals to the
region.
The British residential system quickly spread. Frank Swettenham,
the Resident of Selangor, chose Kuala Lumpur as his administrative
center and oversaw the rebirth of the city, ordering the construction
of new buildings using brick. In 1896, Swettenham convinced the
Sultans of four states to unite under the umbrella of the Federated
Malay States(FMS), and Kuala Lumpur was chosen as the capital. The
city became a classic center of British colonialism. Uniformed officers
and bureaucrats administered the FMS from beneath the distinctive
copper domes of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building.
On 30th August 1957, amidst a crowd of tens of thousands, British
soldiers finally lowered the Union Jack for the last time in front
of the Selangor Club.
With independence, Kuala Lumpur was poised for its greatest transformation
ever. In 1974 the city was given the status of Federal Territory.
In 130 years, Kuala Lumpur has grown from nothing to a modern, bustling
city of well over a million people. Superficially, KL may appear
to be just another modern Asian city of gleaming skyscrapers, but
it retains much of the character and local colour. It has plenty
of colonial buildings in its centre, a vibrant Chinatown with street
vendors and night markets, and a bustling Little India. The Petronas
Twin Towers skyscrapers - the tallest building in the world - dominate
the skyline, while in Merdeka Square stands a 95m (312ft) flagpole.
Despite the economic crisis, Kuala Lumpur is currently the site
of large-scale development, Putrajaya City with works underway on
a new US$8 billion city on the southern fringe of the capital as
well as an adjoining 'ultra-high-tech multimedia supercorridor'.
The traditional heart of the city is Merdeka Square, easily spotted
because of the 95m (312ft) flag pole - reputedly the world's tallest.
KL is a relatively easy city to navigate, with major north-south
thoroughfares assisting in the speedy movement of people. At peak
hour(s) however the city resembles most other industrialised cities
in the world. South-east of Merdeka Square, the banking district
merges into the bustling, old China Town, where travellers can find
a wealth of accommodation and restaurant options. Due south of the
square, past the main post office is the historic Kuala Lumpur train
station, while further west is the 'green belt', housing the Lake
Gardens, National Museum and Monument and the Malaysian Parliament.
Along with the station, the major transport hub in Kuala Lumpur
is Puduraya bus station, on the eastern edge of the central district.
South-east of the station is the site of KL Sentral, Central Station,
when fully completed will be the main public transport hub. The
international airport, KLIA, is located some 43 km (27 miles ) south
of the city. The trip to town takes about 90 minutes by car.
The Weather
It's hot and humid throughout Malaysia all year round, with overnight
lows rarely sinking below 20°C (70°F) and maximums rising
above 30°C (86°F) on most days.
Rainfall is variable and falls all year round., it usually confines
itself to short-lived torrential downpours in the afternoons. The
driest months tend to be June and July.
Events
With so many cultures and religions in Malaysia, there is almost
always something going on. Visitors from Western countries will
need to check the local lunar calendar for the exact dates of most
events. New Year's Day, Chinese New Year, Worker's Day (May Day)
and National Day (31 August) are just a few of Malaysia's 44 public
holidays. The festival of Ramadan is the major Islamic event of
the year. The Hindu festival Thaipusam - is celebrated in the most
dramatic way in Kuala Lumpur with devotees attaching heavy metal
frames to their bodies using skewers and hooks. The celebrations
centre on the Bata Caves.
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Accommodations
Accommodation facilities available within Kuala Lumpur City Centre
includes Grand Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Legend Hotel Kuala Lumpur,
Bintang Warisan Kuala Lumpur, Swiss Garden Kuala Lumpur, Allson
Genesis Kuala Lumpur, Swiss Inn Kuala Lumpur, Agora Hotel Kuala
Lumpur, Park Plaza International Kuala Lumpur, PNB Darby Park Kuala
Lumpur, Hotel Malaya Kuala Lumpur, The Federal Hotel Kuala Lumpur,
Melia Kuala Lumpur, Radius International Kuala Lumpur, Corus Hotel
Kuala Lumpur, Stanford Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Nova Hotel Kuala Lumpur,
Hotel Furama Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown Inn Kuala Lumpur, Comfort Inn
Kuala Lumpur and
Lanson Place Kuala Lumpur.
Places of Interest :
Other places of interest includes Merdeka Square, the site of the
proclamation of independence in 1957, the square, formerly known
as Padang is the centre of National Day celebrations. Surrounding
the square are many buildings of historical interest, including
the Royal Selangor Club, the Sultan Abdul
Samad building, which is a great example of the Victorian-Moorish
architecture common to Malaysian cities, the National History
Museum and library, Dayabumi Complex. Chinatown is a crowded
colourful melange of signs, shops, activity and noise. The central
section, Jalan Petaling, is a frantically busy
market that is closed to traffic. It is most spectacular at night,
when the combination of street stalls, food, haggling and bright
lights makes impressions on all five senses. The old buildings are
undergoing constant restoration by conservation groups, are interesting
in themselves, while bargain-hunters and collectors of kitsch might
be in luck as well. Chinatown is about 300m (330 yards) south-east
of Merdeka Square. Lake Gardens. When the bustle
gets too much, head to the 'green belt' - 92 hectares (227 acres)
of planned parkland less than 1 km (0.6 miles) west of the city.
The main focus of the park is Tasik Perdana, the
Premier Lake. Attractions in the park can be reached either on-foot,
or by regular shuttle buses. If you're into the birds, Bird
Park is an enormous walk-in aviary boasting about 160 species
from throughout South-East Asia. Orchid Garden
is where 800 species of flower vie for your attention. There are
also sections of the gardens dedicated to tame deer and butterflies.
From the gardens, you can also see the massive bronze National
Monument, Parliament House and the Planetarium.
Golden Triangle, the business hub of Kuala Lumpur,
dominated by the tallest building in the world, the Petronas
Towers. Surrounded on all sides by shopping, commerce and
entertainment outlets. This area contains all the expensive hotels
and restaurants, with nightlife not for the budget-conscious. Visitors
will enjoy the Kuala Lumpur Tower - the fourth-highest
telecommunications tower in the world - with superb panoramic views
on offer from the observation deck. Batu Caves,
just 13km (8miles) north of the city, now used for Hindu festivals
and pilgrimages. This is where the spectacularly masochistic feats
performed annually by Thaipusam devotees. The main cave, a vast
open space known as the Temple Cave - is reached
by a 272-step climb. Beyond the stairs is the main temple.
Getting
To Kuala Lumpur
The national air carrier is Malaysia Airlines.
Most international airlines also has direct flight into the KL
Intl. Airport. From the airport various mode of transportation
are available including Limo Service, Coach Service and city taxis.
By middle of 2002, passenger will be able to use the ERL
which connect the airport with KL
Sentral right in the middle of Kuala Lumpur. Public transportation
in Kuala Lumpur includes light rail services (PUTRA
LRT, KTM
Komuter and STAR LRT), buses (Intrakota, Citiliner, MetroBus)
and the easily available red & white city taxis.
Malaysia Hotels Dot CC, brings you some of the best hotels within
Kuala Lumpur City Centre. We bring to you Grand Seasons Hotel Kuala
Lumpur, Legend Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Bintang Warisan Kuala Lumpur,
Swiss Garden Kuala Lumpur, Allson Genesis Kuala Lumpur, Swiss Inn
Kuala Lumpur, Agora Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Park Plaza International
Kuala Lumpur, PNB Darby Park Kuala Lumpur, Hotel Malaya Kuala Lumpur,
The Federal Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Melia Kuala Lumpur, Radius International
Kuala Lumpur, Corus Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Stanford Hotel Kuala Lumpur,
Nova Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Hotel Furama Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown Inn
Kuala Lumpur, Comfort Inn Kuala Lumpur and Lanson Place Kuala Lumpur.
We present them here comprehensively with factual information on
all our participating hotels and resorts within the City Centre
of Kuala Lumpur.
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