12th ASIAN MAGIC ASSOCIATION CONVENTION

KUALA LUMPUR CITY, MALAYSIA.

 

KUALA LUMPUR

It is the national capital and most populous city in Malaysia. The city covers an area of 243 km2 (94 sq mi).
It is among the fastest growing metropolitan regions in South-East Asia, in terms of population and economy.

Kuala Lumpur means "muddy confluence". It was originally a small settlement of just a few houses at the confluence of Sungai Gombak (previously known as Sungai Lumpur) and Sungai Klang (Klang River). The town of Kuala Lumpur was established in 1857.

Jamek Mosque at the confluence of Gombak (left) and Klang (right) rivers was built in 1907. The earliest settlement of Kuala Lumpur developed on the eastern side of the river bank (to the right in this picture).

Confluence of Gombak-Klang rivers

 

SOME OF THE MUST VISIT PLACES IN KL

a) KLCC

The Petronas Towers, also known as the Petronas Twin Towers(MalayMenara Petronas, or Menara Berkembar Petronas), are twin skyscrapers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. According to the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH)'s official definition and ranking, they were the tallest buildings in the world from 1998 to 2004 and remain the tallest twin towers in the world. The buildings are a landmark of Kuala Lumpur, along with nearby Kuala Lumpur Tower.

*Note: Visiting Days Tuesday to Sunday (closed every Monday)

             Open on all public holidays with the exception of Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji.
             Visiting Hours 9am – 9pm (closed from 1pm – 2.30pm on Fridays).
            Ticketing Counter Concourse level, PETRONAS Twin Towers

 

b) KL Bird Park

A wonder world of birds and a tropical paradise not to be missed by all. Located in the serene and scenic famous Lake Gardens, the KL Bird park is also well known as "World's Largest Free-flight Walk-in Aviary", offers a 20.9 acres of verdant valley terrain to be explored.

 

c) National Planetarium

National Planetarium serves as an education facility for the general public. It has objective to inspire the general public about space through the consolidation of space science and local arts. 

Facilities (Attraction)

Ancient Observatory Park, Binocular @Viewing Gallery, Exhibition, Free Parking, Exhibition Gallery, Merdeka Sundial, Picnic Area, Space Theatre, Theatrette (available for hire).

 

 

d) Royal Museum

The Istana Negara (Malay for National PalaceJawiايستان نڬارا) along Jalan Istana was the former residence of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (Supreme King) of Malaysia. It stands on a 13 acre (50,000 m²) site, located on a commanding position on the slope of a hill of Bukit Petaling overlooking the Klang River, along Jalan Syed Putra. It was replaced by the new palace as the official residence of the King in 2011. On 2013 it was converted into the Royal Museum.

 

SHOPPING PARADISE

Bukit Bintang is one of the city's shopping districts. Many of the city's major retail malls are located in this area, including Berjaya Times Square, Imbi Plaza, Fahrenheit 88, Low Yat Plaza, Starhill Gallery, Sungei Wang Plaza, Lot 10 and Pavilion KL.

Imbi is a commercial area located near Bukit Bintang and being a popular tourist spot, the district is especially crowded during public holidays and peak hours. The Berjaya Times Square shopping complex and hotel is located in Imbi. Imbi Road is the main road running through this area. Berjaya Times Square is currently the 13th biggest shopping mall in the world boasting 12 levels of retail with a total of 3,500,000 square feet (330,000 m2). For entertainment, it has the largest indoor theme park in Malaysia located on the 7th floor of the building, it also offers a 3D-Imax theater located on the top floor of the retail podium.

 

FOOD ATTRACTION

Having variety of cultures indeed offer variety of foods or cuisines- all kind of foods- Western, Chinese, Indian, Malay, Arabic and so forth. In Malaysia we will get to enjoy the vast variety of food available in Malaysia. Malaysian Food is a culinary diversity originating from its multi-ethnic population of Malay, Indian, Eurasian, Chinese, Nyonya and the Indigenous peoples of Borneo.

Bintang Walk- Restaurants dedicated to Arabian gastronomy have been sprouting along the core of the Bintang Walk of late as a result of a recent general initiative to lure Arab tourists to this region. Popular Maghreb and Lebanese alongside Iranian delicacies are increasingly served by restaurants. However, there are still plenty of trendy and chic restaurants catering to international fare.

Alor Road is an entire street dedicated to cheap hawker food of mainly local Chinese cuisines. Located within walking proximity of Bintang Walk, it is popular among the locals for offering food served in a traditional open-air atmosphere, with chairs and tables dotting the curbs and road-sides. This is a place burgeoning with activity both during night and day. While some hawkers erect stalls along curbs, others operate food stalls from utilitarian restaurants. The food served in local hawker stalls is generally cleaner than their counterparts in Malaysia's less-developed neighbouring countries.

 

BEAUTIFUL BEACHES

Off the coast of Kedah is a cluster of 99 islands offering the best of many worlds: beautiful beaches, world- class infrastructure, mangroves rich in flora and fauna, ultra- cheap duty-free shopping and fascinating legends. Langkawi has a lingering legend woven into its history. Ask anyone on the island about the tragic story of a beautiful young lady named Mahsuri, and you'll hear a tale of love, jealousy and a curse that was placed upon the island by her for seven generations. Today, the seventh generation of Langkawi's inhabitants has long come and gone, but people here still believe that the prosperity and blessings the islands enjoy today and the passing of the curse is no mere coincidence. The mysticism of this legend can be felt in many parts of this island, especially at Makam Mahsuri (Mahsuri's Mausoleum), where Mahsuri is said to be buried. Despite what looks like a slant towards tourism, many of the islanders are actually farmers, fishermen and entrepreneurs. Experience the beautiful countryside and peaceful landscape of paddy fields by renting a car and taking a leisurely drive around the island. Some of Langkawi's most rustic and memorable views are along the road that circles the island

You'll pass small villages with wooden houses framed by palm trees, and children pedalling their old bicycles on errands. Aside from experiencing the local lifestyle, there is no shortage of things to do in Langkawi. Head up the thrilling new cable car to the summit of Mount Mat Cincang - Langkawi's second highest mountain - for an unrivalled view of the entire main island and beyond.

Other popular destinations are the Field of Burnt Rice, Hot Springs, Telaga Tujuh (The Seven Wells) and the Beach of Black Sand. Boat tours are organised to Tasik Dayang Bunting (Lake of the Pregnant Maiden), Gua Cerita (Cave of Stories) and Gua Langsir (Curtain Cave).

For a more intimate time with nature, go trekking through the pristine rainforest that covers most of Langkawi, or go on a boat tour of the mangroves. There are also opportunities to go for a dive, or play a round of golf at some of the 5-star resorts. Langkawi also has an underwater world, with an underground tunnel that runs through a giant aquarium, that has received rave reviews. 

 

 

BEAUTIFUL HOTELS

a) Berjaya Times Square

 

A prominent 5 star hotel landmarks strategically located in the heart of the city’s banking, commercial and vibrant shopping district. Easy accessibility with monorails directly connecting all strategic locations in town right to its doorstep, this 650 rooms and suites hotel is housed within Berjaya Times Square Shopping Mall together with a children’s playground, swimming pool, steam and sauna room, fitness centre and two squash courts. Its distinctive Meetings Excellence programme, boasts 11 meeting rooms and a grand ballroom providing an excellent setting where business complements leisure.  

 

MUZIUM NEGARA

 

The National Museum (MalayMuzium Negara) is a museum located on Jalan Damansara in Kuala LumpurMalaysia. It is accessible vide public transport such as train, taxi and KL HOP-ON HOP-OFF, double-decker, wifi-enabled, air-con tourists bus that makes a circuit of main tourists sites half-hourly throughout the day. It has 23 stops and cover more than 40 of tourists attractions such as KLCC, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Menara KL, Chinatown, Merdeka Square, Lake Garden and many more. It is an easy city tour for the tourists.

The museum is situated in close proximity to the Perdana Lake Gardens and it provides an overview of Malaysian history and culture. The National Museum is a palatial structure built in the style of Rumah Gadang, an aspect of Minangkabau architecture. Its facade comprises elements of traditional Malay and modern features. National Museum was opened on 31 August 1963 and it serves as a repository of Malaysia’s rich cultural and historical heritage.

The National Museum is a three-story structure of 109.7 meters long and 15.1 meters wide and 37.6 meters at the central point. The museum houses four main galleries allotted to ethnology and natural history. The displays range from free-standing tableaux showing cultural events like weddings, festivals and costumes; to traditional weapons, musical instruments, arts and crafts, ceramics, and flora and fauna. Apart of that, it also has a beautiful auditorium for stage performance.

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