Business Traveler, June 2019
J U N E 2 0 1 9 b u s i n e s s t r a v e l e r u s a c o m 5 6 Luscious green spaces local cuisine and landmark towers mark a whirlwind tour of this star of Malaysia W O R D S K A T E F A R R A N D R A C H E L R E A D 2 3 Kuala Lumpur 1 1 Perdana Botanical Garden Perfect for an attitudinal adjustment to relieve stress Kuala Lumpurs oldest public park 1888 is the spot to lose yourself amongst tropical flora and fauna Wander the Hibiscus Garden and Herbarium passing the central enclosure where a herd of deer roam freely From there its a short walk through Perdanas lush gardens to the Bird Park a public aviary containing more than 3000 birds with peaceful coffee breaks available on the Hornbill Cafés veranda Open 9 00 AM 6 00 PM daily admission RM67 16 klbotanicalgarden gov my klbirdpark com Alternatively head over to the famous Butterfly Park a tranquil spot where vividly colored insects live in harmony with Japanese koi and freshwater turtles within a lush landscaped plantation Open 9 00 AM 6 00 PM daily admission RM24 580 klbutterflypark com 2 Masjid Negara National Mosque of Malaysia Leaving the Botanical Garden continue along Jalan Lembah until you come to the Masjid Negara on your left Opened in 1965 and since restored in contemporary style this imposing building has capacity for around 15000 worshippers Known for its green and blue tiled roof and 240 foot tall minaret the countrys national mosque is also notable for its 18 point star shaped dome representing all 13 of Malaysias states plus the five pillars of Islam Its sizeable prayer hall is adorned with intricate tiled mosaics as well as colorful stainedglass windows and elaborate chandeliers The mosque welcomes non Muslims outside of prayer times and robes and headscarves are available to borrow masjidnegara gov my 3 Central Market and Sin Sze Si Ya Temple Crossing Jalan Kinabalu and the Klang River a 10 minutes walk brings you to the art deco Central Market a recognized heritage site Built in 1928 this former wet market was reinvented as a hub for artisans and craftsmen in the 1980s and today is a major independent shopping hub Offering traditional souvenirs such as batik and decorative carvings alongside original Malaysian artworks and handmade jewelry theres something here for every taste and budget The markets first floor is the ideal spot to sample Malay snacks including the delicious putu bambu made from rice flour pandan and coconut steamed in a hollowedout bamboo stem A short distance farther along Lebuh Pudu is the Sin Sze Si Ya Temple Built in 1864 this is the oldest Taoist temple in KL centralmarket com my
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