We have arrived in KL at 5am, tired of what we thought would be a comfortable journey on the executive bus from Singapore (well, the bus was indeed comfortable, but we had to get off at each border to present our passports, fill in forms and sign papers... besides, the driver was driving way too fast, so by the time we would have felt asleep, we have already arrived to KL)
Having checked in to our hotel room, we had a well-needed nap, then we headed off to the KL Tower. Situated on the top of Bukit Nanas natural reserve, the Menara KL Tower with its 421 metres, is the fourth tallest communications tower in the world. We took a ride to the observation deck, where we enjoyed a magnificent 360 degree view of the Kuala Lumpur City below.
Later we headed to the Batu Caves, which is about 15 kms outside of KL. And here we started to realize that Malaysians must love tall things! An enormous statue of the Hindu deity - the tallest one in the world - guards the entrance of the huge 200m high Cave.
We have climbed the 272 painstaking steep steps up into the caves while monkeys met us along the way, hoping to get some food, or even just a can of soda or a bottle of water. .. no wonder they were so thirsty, as it was probably the hottest day of our entire journey to SE ASIA. Thus we have decided to refresh ourselves in the pool of our hotel - but not before making a short stop at Merdaka square and having a delicious lunch in Little India.
Before saying good-bye to KL and continuing our journey in SE ASIA, we have visited the beautiful Orchid Garden and KL Bird Park in the heart of the city.
Our album from Kuala Lumpur.Having checked in to our hotel room, we had a well-needed nap, then we headed off to the KL Tower. Situated on the top of Bukit Nanas natural reserve, the Menara KL Tower with its 421 metres, is the fourth tallest communications tower in the world. We took a ride to the observation deck, where we enjoyed a magnificent 360 degree view of the Kuala Lumpur City below.
Later we headed to the Batu Caves, which is about 15 kms outside of KL. And here we started to realize that Malaysians must love tall things! An enormous statue of the Hindu deity - the tallest one in the world - guards the entrance of the huge 200m high Cave.
We have climbed the 272 painstaking steep steps up into the caves while monkeys met us along the way, hoping to get some food, or even just a can of soda or a bottle of water. .. no wonder they were so thirsty, as it was probably the hottest day of our entire journey to SE ASIA. Thus we have decided to refresh ourselves in the pool of our hotel - but not before making a short stop at Merdaka square and having a delicious lunch in Little India.
Later in the evening, when the outside temperature started to be bearable, we took a cab to the Petronas Twin Towers - the world's tallest buildings until 2004. In order to enjoy 'the best view of the Petronas Towers by night' - advised by our friend, Jimmy -, we went to the Skybar on the top floor of the Traders Hotel and ordered some cocktails. The view from here was breathtaking - a scenery which certainly makes Malaysia place itself on the map of must sees.
Next day we had to queue up early in the morning to get tickets for the Skybridge, linking the twin towers at the 42nd floor. Located at 170 meters above ground level, the Skybridge offers a great view of the city and the KLCC park below. However, we have been more astounded by Petronas when looking at the Twin Towers from below or from the Skybar at the Traders Hotel. |
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| From ASIA - MALAYSIA- Kuala Lumpur |
Before saying good-bye to KL and continuing our journey in SE ASIA, we have visited the beautiful Orchid Garden and KL Bird Park in the heart of the city.
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| From ASIA - MALAYSIA- Kuala Lumpur |
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