Introduction to Kuala Lumpur

Overview of Kuala Lumpur

The capital of Malaysia is designed as a blend of traditional Asian, colonial, and resolutely modern architecture (including the famous Petronas Towers). This is what gives it its charm.

Key Facts

• Type of place: main city.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Location:

• Latitude/longitude: 3°8' N, 101°41' E.

• Distances:

• Local time: Heure : 15765.

• Population: 1,790,000 inhabitants and 7.2 million for the greater metropolitan area (2017).

• Area: 243.65 km².

• Altitude: 66 m.

Tourism

Essentials for Travel

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• By air:

• Backpacker daily budget:

• Best for accommodation:

• Best for getting around:

• Best time for climate/crowds/prices:

• Website: www.visitkl.gov.my

Additional Information