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It is not a secret that Kuala Lumpur is a busy city and the attention of so many people visiting the place is focused on the impressive cityscape created by towering buildings of offices, malls, and hotels in Kuala Lumpur. But being so does not mean it has nothing environmental to offer. For serving as a great escape and an oasis to those who wish to find serenity amid the thousand skyscrapers around is the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve.

Known as one of the oldest forest reserves in Malaysia and the only tropical rainforest in the middle of a metropolitan; and as the green lung of Kuala Lumpur, the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve gives home to different kinds of flora and fauna, with some being distinct in Malaysia. Around the 10.5 hectare land, rare kinds of herbs, ferns and climbers can be found. There are also giant trees standing majestically everywhere. This includes the 100-year old Jelutong Tree which was actually preserved during the construction of the Kuala Lumpur Tower. As for the fauna, people may get to see local monkeys, squirrels, snakes and birds in the jungle.

For the ease of the visitors, there are also nature trails, signs, huts and toilets around the area.

The Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, aside from being a nature site, is also a place where modernity exists. Because aside from the floras and faunas it gives home to, it is also where the iconic Kuala Lumpur Tower is situated.

Indeed, the Kuala Lumpur Tower (Menara Kuala Lumpur) is one of the greatest icons of Kuala Lumpur. Constructed on 1995, it is a 420-meter communication tower which magnificently stands atop the hill of Bukit Nanas. It is the second tallest free-standing tower and the sixth tallest communication in the world, and is one of the best places to visit in Kuala Lumpur.

The Kuala Lumpur Tower is basically built with five divisions. The first is the foundation which has three basement floors for safety and maintenance. The second, tourism building, is obviously the place where most tourism activities take place. It has the administration office, a mall and some cascading pools. The third division is the tower shaft which has four elevators and a 2,058-steps flight of stairs leading to the tower head, the fourth division. In it, an observation deck in which a glorious panoramic view of the city can be obtained. There is also a revolving restaurant in this floor. The last division (and the peak of the tower) is the antenna which is used for broadcasting and telecommunication transmissions.

The Islamic heritage of Malaysia is depicted in the tower due to its Arabic scripts and Islamic tiles.

The Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve is open to everybody and it does not matter if the tourist is staying in cheap hotels in Kuala Lumpur. But of course, it’s better to lodge in ideal Kuala Lumpur hotels. For a list, visit HotelsinAsia.com.sg.

The beauty of a Kuala Lumpur does not just depend on the number of attractions it gives home to or the kinds of malls, offices and hotels Kuala Lumpur features. The exquisiteness of this Malaysian city is also based on the fact that it provides shelter to a variety of beautiful cultures, which come from people of different races living in its enclaves. Indeed, cultural diversity in Kuala Lumpur greatly affects the way the world see the city.

One of the foreign nationalities that comprise the non-Malaysian population in Kuala Lumpur is Chinese; and just like in any other countries, it is interesting wherever they stay because there will certainly be a nice destination to shop.

In Kuala Lumpur, it is the Petaling Street wherein Chinese people can often be seen. Though famed as the place where pirates flock, it is still a destination which tourists should not forget to visit while in the city. Although flocked with Chinese people, this Chinatown will surely give foreigners a taste of the real Kuala Lumpur.

Packed with shops selling cheap items like apparels, shades, accessories and others people can think of, foreigners will love shopping here. The items sold here may not be that advisable for personal use but most will pass as simple souvenirs. Plus, people can haggle lowering the prices of each item more.

But what makes a trip to the Petaling Street truly worthwhile is the variety of food which tourists can try. There are restaurants and food stalls around the place which serve local delicacies which are delicious and very inexpensive.

Basically, tourists will enjoy coming here during daytime but the true excitement lies at night. When the roads get closed to traffic and the light posts are turned on, a better and greater experience of shopping and bargaining will be available to everyone.

Another place to experience Malaysia’s cultural diversity is the Little India.

The street is a haven for people who find the Indian culture amusing and fascinating. Located in a section of the city in Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman and Jalan Masjid India, the street is made lively by colorful saris hung on stores and roadside stalls, with the boisterous sounds of Bollywood music playing on the background.

Walking around Little India is very interesting. Different mouth watering Indian delicacies are made available to everyone through the small restaurants and stalls in the place. There are also fresh milks and a variety of Indian breads sold.

People also will have a great time shopping in Little India. Aside from food stalls, there are shops selling Indian clothing and jewellery. Cheap souvenirs can also be found and unique items may be bought from alleys.

Further, the ambiance in the area is definitely good. People are warm and friendly; as how it really is India.

Hotels in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia are situated near the aforementioned places. Thus, tourists are given greater opportunities to explore other people’s culture while in the city. For assistance in booking rooms in ideal Kuala Lumpur hotels, visit HotelsinAsia.com.sg now.

Kuala Lumpur is a very modern city which flaunts contemporary architectures that are hailed by the world. It gives home to several iconic structures that continuously revolutionize the trend on the architectural industry. From hotels in Kuala Lumpur to communication towers, the city indeed is the place to be for lovers of modern structures.

One simple justification of this claim is the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center. Standing magnificently in the 50-acre KLCC Park, its glorious and splendid architectural design truly lives up to being a premier convention and exhibition centre.

However, it is not just the fascinating façade of KLCC which earns it such title. The convention center is a prime venue for major events due to its cutting-edge technology. It houses state of the art facilities which are truly suitable for any events. It has a standby technical team composed of professionals on lighting, telecom, presentation, and I.T. matters.

Further, the building has rooms for everything. It has two auditoriums, a grand ballroom, a huge exhibition space, 20 meeting rooms, a conference hall and a banquet hall – all equipped with high-tech facilities and furnished with first class materials to suit the elegant taste of its target market.
The Kuala Lumpur Convention Center indeed exude a very elegant atmosphere and indeed, people stepping through its doors no longer have to care about the world.

But aside from its glorious appearance, KLCC also is a home to several attractions in the city. One primary attraction is the Aquaria. Located beneath the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center, this unique and intolerably beautiful place will surely bring its visitors to one exciting underwater experience.

Occupying a total area of 60,000 sq ft, the Aquaria is truly a state of the art oceanarium. It has a 90-meter long underwater tunnel, specially made in Germany, to allow people to be surrounded by more than 20,000 aquatic animals of almost 250 different species.

It is truly exciting seeing sand tiger sharks, stingrays, marine turtles and other fishes swim back and forth above the guests. But it is more exciting to see professional divers swimming along these marine creatures without fear.

Guests are given the opportunity to interact with these fishes, as well. Through highlights like Dive with Sharks and Cage Rage, people are guided by professionals as they plunge into the aquarium fearlessly, and interact with the friendly sharks.

For those who are not into some extreme activities may just relax on the Fish Spa wherein one’s feet gets to be massaged by small fishes.

It is indeed fun in Aquaria, and it is a definite tourist attraction in Kuala Lumpur.

Every tourist is given fair opportunity to enjoy Kuala Lumpur Convention Center and its attractions. So whether staying in a cheap budget hotels in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia or in plush ones, people can enjoy the attraction. For a list of Kuala Lumpur hotels, visit HotelsinAsia.com.sg now.