Top Sights in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is a truly multicultural city, with communities of different religions and nationalities living together in peace. At the same time, it is characterized by an incredibly developed infrastructure, making it a true cosmopolitan city that rivals American cities.

The capital of Malaysia can also be a good starting point for a Southeast Asian tour. If you've come this far and traveled at least 14-15 hours, it's worth taking a look around other nearby countries.

Most people arrive via Dubai or Doha. From Kuala Lumpur, you can travel on with a variety of airlines: Malaysian is a good choice for tourists used to the quality of Qatar or Emirates, because it offers roughly the same. There are also low-cost options, the most famous being AirAsia, which is also completely affordable. It is worth finding out about the entry rules of your destination in advance, because they also check at the Malaysian airport whether you meet the conditions (for example, whether you have a visa).

Malaysia usually can be visited without a visa for European citizens, but you must register, which can only be done 3 days before the trip at the earliest, on the following website:

https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main?registerMain

An additional condition is that the passport must be valid for at least 6 months after you leave the country.

You can now use automatic gates when entering, which speeds up the process, but on the way out I had to stand in line in front of the immigration officer, in exchange for which I got a stamp in my passport. (I'm a little sad that in so many places you don't receive a stamp anymore, it would be great to collect more stamps from different countries!)

Kuala Lumpur attractions, accommodation and activities:

I stayed at the Mandarin Oriental, located next to the Petronas Towers. This hotel offers beautiful rooms with views of the twin towers and a fantastic breakfast and dinner, not to mention the panoramic infinity pool.

However, it is important to know that you can stay for a very cheap in Kuala Lumpur, it is worth checking out Airbnb options and simpler hotels.

Food is also very cheap. The three of us could buy a complete lunch for 15 euros, including soft drinks and fruit, and the food was delicious and healthy. Street food is even cheaper and of quite good quality.

You can also take a taxi for a fraction of European prices.

What to see in Kuala Lumpur?

The most well-known of Kuala Lumpur's attractions are the Petronas Twin Towers, which have become almost a symbol of the city.

The fountain in front of it is definitely a must-see in the evening, there is a musical light show every night, it is beautiful.

KLCC Park is also worth taking the time to visit.

The KL Tower and the Forest Eco Park next to it are a must-see, the tower has the best view of the city, and there are glass-floored observation decks where you have to ask for a number, but you can take the best photos from there. You don't have to wait too long, the system is very well organized.

Other great attractions:

• Merdeka Square

  
  

• Sultan Abdul Samad - at Independence Square

• The River of Life

• Petaling street - Chinatown

• Kwai Chai Hong

  
  

• Sri Mahamariamman Temple

  
  

• Bird park

  
  

• Botanical garden

  
  

• Little India

• Thean Hou Temple

  
  

• National Palace

• Federal Territory Mosque

  
  

• Saloma Bridge

The Batu Caves are the greatest experience, if you are short on time, don't miss this program!

I booked a day trip on GetYourGuide, the English-speaking driver picked us up by car and took us to Putrajaya, which is actually the government center, but here you can see the beautiful Pink Mosque and the Putrajaya Bridge. Here we tasted durian, the cruel smelly fruit - since we weren't brave enough, at first only in the form of ice cream, but this was also a defining experience.

Then we went to an authentic batik workshop, where we could try the ancient Malay textile dyeing technique, then we visited the Royal Palace, and finally the Batu Caves.

The iconic attraction known as Batu Caves is actually a Hindu shrine located in a limestone cave, so they give you a scarf at the entrance, which you need to use to cover yourself properly. As it is an important pilgrimage site and a holy place for the local Hindu community, religious regulations must be observed. You can reach the cave temple by going up a long flight of stairs. The colorful staircase itself is a wonderful sight, and in the main cave you can see a huge Murugan statue. There are several smaller caves with altars and shrines, which can also be visited.

This place is absolutely magical. The many little monkeys running around are adorable, but you have to be careful with your bags because they are very good at stealing anything.

Restaurants and bars in Kuala Lumpur that I tried and liked:

• Helipad

• Jalan Alor

• Brickfield

• Thean Hou Temple Hawker Stalls