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Colonial District
The small Colonial District is centred on the beautifully tended Merdeka
Square on the west bank of the Klang. This is where Malaysia's
Independence was proclaimed on August 31, 1957. Nearby, to the south, the
National Museum of History (daily 9am-6pm; free), on the corner of Jalan
Raja, provides an informative romp through the main points of the nation's
history, from the geological formation of the Peninsula to Prime Minister
Mahathir's Vision 2020. South along Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, the
35-storey Dayabumi Complex is home to the national oil company, Petronas,
which maintains the excellent Galeri Petronas, on the ground floor,
displaying contemporary Malaysian art.
Continuing south down Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, you'll see the impressive
seventy-metre-high minaret and geometric lattice work of the Masjid Negara ,
the National Mosque (daily 9am-6pm except Fri 2.45-6pm). To enter, you
need to be properly dressed: robes can be borrowed from the desk at the
entrance. Behind the mosque on Jalan Perdana is the ultra-modern Museum
of Islamic Arts (Tues-Sun 10am-6pm; RM8). This fascinating collection of
textiles, metalwork and ancient Korans is a must-see, as it's the first of its
type in the world. Check out the calligraphic section, which includes
handwritten sections of the Koran, some dating back a thousand years, and
many of them intricate and beautiful.
A hundred metres south, the spires, minarets, domes and arches of the
1911 train station is probably the city's most famous building. Ten minutes'
walk west along Jalan Damansara brings you to the extensive ethnographic
and archeological exhibits of the Muzium Negara , Malaysia's National
Museum (daily 9am-6pm; RM1). Alongside dioramas of traditional Malaysian
life, from simple kampung (village) activities to elaborate wedding and
circumcision ceremonies, you see wayang kulit (shadow play) puppets, kris
daggers, and traditional musical instruments.
Once at the National Museum you're only a short walk from the extensive
Lake Gardens and the interesting National Planetarium (Tues-Sun
10am-7pm; RM1), where displays illuminate the Islamic origins of astronomy
as well as Malaysia's modern-day thrust for the stars. Also in the park, close
to the Orchid Garden, you'll find the excellent Bird Park (daily 9am-6pm;
RM3), whose walkways loop around streams to take in the habitats of
indigenous species such as hornbills and the Brahminy Kite. There are many
entrances into the park, but the main one is a thirty-minute walk due west of
Merdeka Square along Jalan Parlimen.
The small Colonial District is centred on the beautifully tended Merdeka
Square on the west bank of the Klang. This is where Malaysia's
Independence was proclaimed on August 31, 1957. Nearby, to the south, the
National Museum of History (daily 9am-6pm; free), on the corner of Jalan
Raja, provides an informative romp through the main points of the nation's
history, from the geological formation of the Peninsula to Prime Minister
Mahathir's Vision 2020. South along Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, the
35-storey Dayabumi Complex is home to the national oil company, Petronas,
which maintains the excellent Galeri Petronas, on the ground floor,
displaying contemporary Malaysian art.
Continuing south down Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, you'll see the impressive
seventy-metre-high minaret and geometric lattice work of the Masjid Negara ,
the National Mosque (daily 9am-6pm except Fri 2.45-6pm). To enter, you
need to be properly dressed: robes can be borrowed from the desk at the
entrance. Behind the mosque on Jalan Perdana is the ultra-modern Museum
of Islamic Arts (Tues-Sun 10am-6pm; RM8). This fascinating collection of
textiles, metalwork and ancient Korans is a must-see, as it's the first of its
type in the world. Check out the calligraphic section, which includes
handwritten sections of the Koran, some dating back a thousand years, and
many of them intricate and beautiful.
A hundred metres south, the spires, minarets, domes and arches of the
1911 train station is probably the city's most famous building. Ten minutes'
walk west along Jalan Damansara brings you to the extensive ethnographic
and archeological exhibits of the Muzium Negara , Malaysia's National
Museum (daily 9am-6pm; RM1). Alongside dioramas of traditional Malaysian
life, from simple kampung (village) activities to elaborate wedding and
circumcision ceremonies, you see wayang kulit (shadow play) puppets, kris
daggers, and traditional musical instruments.
Once at the National Museum you're only a short walk from the extensive
Lake Gardens and the interesting National Planetarium (Tues-Sun
10am-7pm; RM1), where displays illuminate the Islamic origins of astronomy
as well as Malaysia's modern-day thrust for the stars. Also in the park, close
to the Orchid Garden, you'll find the excellent Bird Park (daily 9am-6pm;
RM3), whose walkways loop around streams to take in the habitats of
indigenous species such as hornbills and the Brahminy Kite. There are many
entrances into the park, but the main one is a thirty-minute walk due west of
Merdeka Square along Jalan Parlimen.
| National Monument |
| National Planetarium This blue domed structure sits atop a hill in Lake Gardens. It includes the space theater and the exhibit of the Arianne IV space engine. Head towards the Observatory to view the heavenly bodies, the space theme park or cross the overhead pedestrian bridge to the National Museum |
| The Sultan Abdul Samad Building Built in 1897, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building houses the Supreme Court and the Textile Museum in Kuala Lumpur. |
| Malaysia has..... Well developed infrastructure Stable economy Rich cultural diversity Political stability 130 million year old rainforest |
Points of Interest
National Art Gallery - Flanked by the
National Theater and the National Library,
it houses various facets of art in Malaysia.
Kuala Lumpur Train station - Built in
1910 the building reflects the Moorish
architecture with train services to
Singapore and Thailand.
Royal Palace - The Royal Palace or Istana
Negara as it is called in Malaysia is the
official residence of the King of Malaysia.
Visitors can witness the changing of the
guards daily.
National Mosque - An expression of
traditional Islamic art, with its multi fold roof
and a 73m high minaret.
Dataran Medeka - A 100 meter high
flagpole marks the spot where the
Malaysian Flag was hoisted on Aug 31st
1957 signifying the independence of the
country.
National Sports Complex - Houses
various stadiums and the Aquatic Center.
Masjid Jamek - Situated at the confluence
of the Klang and Gombak river, the
mosque was built in 1909 making it the
oldest mosque in the city. It features
Moorish architecture.
The National Science Center -
Established in 1996, the building
resembles a truncated cone capped with a
geodesic dome. Features include
environmental, discovery, future and
thinking machines.
National Zoo and Aquarium - The zoo
houses some 4,000 species of animals,
birds and reptiles. Watch the sea lions
during feeding time or let the kids take a
train ride around the zoo.
Petaling Street (Chinatown) - This
colorful street of shops, restaurants and
hawker stalls bustle with excitement,
especially at night. Shops here sell
anything from textiles to Chinese medicine.
Jalan Masjid India - Another colorful
street of sidewalk artist, street traders and
shops, selling anything from Indian brass
lamps, glass bangles to gold jewelry.
National Art Gallery - Flanked by the
National Theater and the National Library,
it houses various facets of art in Malaysia.
Kuala Lumpur Train station - Built in
1910 the building reflects the Moorish
architecture with train services to
Singapore and Thailand.
Royal Palace - The Royal Palace or Istana
Negara as it is called in Malaysia is the
official residence of the King of Malaysia.
Visitors can witness the changing of the
guards daily.
National Mosque - An expression of
traditional Islamic art, with its multi fold roof
and a 73m high minaret.
Dataran Medeka - A 100 meter high
flagpole marks the spot where the
Malaysian Flag was hoisted on Aug 31st
1957 signifying the independence of the
country.
National Sports Complex - Houses
various stadiums and the Aquatic Center.
Masjid Jamek - Situated at the confluence
of the Klang and Gombak river, the
mosque was built in 1909 making it the
oldest mosque in the city. It features
Moorish architecture.
The National Science Center -
Established in 1996, the building
resembles a truncated cone capped with a
geodesic dome. Features include
environmental, discovery, future and
thinking machines.
National Zoo and Aquarium - The zoo
houses some 4,000 species of animals,
birds and reptiles. Watch the sea lions
during feeding time or let the kids take a
train ride around the zoo.
Petaling Street (Chinatown) - This
colorful street of shops, restaurants and
hawker stalls bustle with excitement,
especially at night. Shops here sell
anything from textiles to Chinese medicine.
Jalan Masjid India - Another colorful
street of sidewalk artist, street traders and
shops, selling anything from Indian brass
lamps, glass bangles to gold jewelry.
| The Villas of Sunway Kuala Lumpur |
| The Datai offers the weary and sophisticated urbanite a retreat to nature. Hear, see, and feel nature at its pristine best as footpaths take you through century's old virgin tropical rain forest. |
| The Datai Langkawi Island |
KL Lake Gardens
Built around two lakes this
tropical gardens within the city
has a relaxing ambiance for
walks through exotic blooms,
foliage, imposing sculptures
and majestic raintrees. Visit
these individual attractions
withing the park...
Orchid Garden - Over 800
varities of orchinds
Hibuscus Garden - The
"Queen of Tropical Flowers",
over 500 varities grown on of
the is Malaysia's national
flower.
Deer Park - Roaming the park
are the Spotted deer from
Holland and Malaysia's very
own Mousedeer.
Butterfly Park - More than
15,000 plants have been use
to create this tropical
rainforest setting for the park.
It houses over 6,000
butterflies.
Bird Park - The world's
largest covered bird park
housing more than 3,000 birds.
Built around two lakes this
tropical gardens within the city
has a relaxing ambiance for
walks through exotic blooms,
foliage, imposing sculptures
and majestic raintrees. Visit
these individual attractions
withing the park...
Orchid Garden - Over 800
varities of orchinds
Hibuscus Garden - The
"Queen of Tropical Flowers",
over 500 varities grown on of
the is Malaysia's national
flower.
Deer Park - Roaming the park
are the Spotted deer from
Holland and Malaysia's very
own Mousedeer.
Butterfly Park - More than
15,000 plants have been use
to create this tropical
rainforest setting for the park.
It houses over 6,000
butterflies.
Bird Park - The world's
largest covered bird park
housing more than 3,000 birds.
| Malaysia is a favorite place for movie makers...... Entrapment, Anna & the King, Survivor Series |
| A luxurious resort, great food, awesome views, mini tours, golf and a whole lot of beach. The mystical rainforest on the fringes of the property makes this resort a unique hideaway. Ocean front rooms have spectacular views of the setting sun. |
SWISS GARDEN DAMAI LAUT
As a graduation gift to my son,
and before he went off to
college to start his adult life, I
decided to spend some time
with him and planned on one
of those 'father and son'
vacation trips. We looked
around and decided on The
Swiss-Garden Resort & Spa
Damai Laut. It had everything
we needed …beach, private
championship golf course,
restaurants and interesting
day tours.
When we arrived at the resort,
the hospitality we received
was warm and friendly and
the ocean front room we had
came with a stunning view.
We quickly checked out the
place and there was a lot of
ground to cover.
Right at the resort was the
Damai Laut Golf & Country
Club. This beautiful 18-hole
(72 par) Golf Course was
challenging and it came with
awesome views of the Straits
of Malacca. I can see why it
was voted the Best Resort
Golf Course 2005/2006. We
quickly made our reservations
for tee times and we decided
to start off at 8am since the
Club offered breakfast for the
early golfers.
Our stay at the Swiss Garden
Damai Laut was very
enjoyable and memorable.
We play golf, relaxed at the
SamSara Spa and was
pampered, went island
hoping, shared some water
sports, and the day tours or
eco-tourism was very
enlightening. We visited the
turtle sanctuary, charcoal
factory, mangrove reserve and
the hot springs. I am sure the
both of us will be talking
about this for a long time to
come.
Grateful father.
As a graduation gift to my son,
and before he went off to
college to start his adult life, I
decided to spend some time
with him and planned on one
of those 'father and son'
vacation trips. We looked
around and decided on The
Swiss-Garden Resort & Spa
Damai Laut. It had everything
we needed …beach, private
championship golf course,
restaurants and interesting
day tours.
When we arrived at the resort,
the hospitality we received
was warm and friendly and
the ocean front room we had
came with a stunning view.
We quickly checked out the
place and there was a lot of
ground to cover.
Right at the resort was the
Damai Laut Golf & Country
Club. This beautiful 18-hole
(72 par) Golf Course was
challenging and it came with
awesome views of the Straits
of Malacca. I can see why it
was voted the Best Resort
Golf Course 2005/2006. We
quickly made our reservations
for tee times and we decided
to start off at 8am since the
Club offered breakfast for the
early golfers.
Our stay at the Swiss Garden
Damai Laut was very
enjoyable and memorable.
We play golf, relaxed at the
SamSara Spa and was
pampered, went island
hoping, shared some water
sports, and the day tours or
eco-tourism was very
enlightening. We visited the
turtle sanctuary, charcoal
factory, mangrove reserve and
the hot springs. I am sure the
both of us will be talking
about this for a long time to
come.
Grateful father.
| PANGKOR LAUT RESORT |
| North of Kuala Lumpur, not far off the beaten track lies a private island the locals call Pulau Pangkor. Pangkor Island, one with nature, idyllic and unspoiled, is surrounded by warm tropical waters. The Pangkor Laut Resort on Pangkor Island blends in and complements nature, leaving the island's 2 million year old tropical forest intact and your stay an experience to remember. |
The Royal Selangor Golf
Club, the premier golf club
in Malaysia, is popularly
known as the RSGC. It has
a long history and has
played a prominent role in
the popularity of golf in the
country by hosting many
international golf
tournaments and celebrities
alike. The Club is also home
to over 6000 members
including Royalties,
Ministers and foreign
diplomats.
This mature and beautiful
landscaped golf course is
smack in the middle of the
city. In fact, the city has
grown around the golf
course and has left this
sanctuary for many wildlife
inhabitants untouched. It is
the ‘green lung’ for the city
and some of the trees on
the courses are over a
hundred years old. To play
this wonderful course, you
have to be invited by a
member or recommended
by the concierge of a five
star hotel. The caddy
service is excellent and the
staff very friendly.
Club, the premier golf club
in Malaysia, is popularly
known as the RSGC. It has
a long history and has
played a prominent role in
the popularity of golf in the
country by hosting many
international golf
tournaments and celebrities
alike. The Club is also home
to over 6000 members
including Royalties,
Ministers and foreign
diplomats.
This mature and beautiful
landscaped golf course is
smack in the middle of the
city. In fact, the city has
grown around the golf
course and has left this
sanctuary for many wildlife
inhabitants untouched. It is
the ‘green lung’ for the city
and some of the trees on
the courses are over a
hundred years old. To play
this wonderful course, you
have to be invited by a
member or recommended
by the concierge of a five
star hotel. The caddy
service is excellent and the
staff very friendly.
| The Royal Selangor Golf Club |
| At the Royal Selangor Golf Club, right in the heart of the city, you can hear the sounds of bird chirping. Spectators include monkeys and the occasional iguanas. The caddy service is excellent! Check with your hotel for reservations. |
| The Petronas Twin Towers is the backdrop to the Royal Selangor Golf Club in the heart of Kuala Lumpur |
| To know Malaysia Is to Love Malaysia |
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