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SELAMAT DATANG
@ WELCOME TO KUALA LUMPUR
Located in the heart of South East Asia, Malaysia is divided into
Peninsular Malaysia (West Malaysia) and East Malaysia. The capital,
Kuala Lumpur, lies midway along the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia.
Kuala Lumpur represents the heartbeat of Malaysia, serving as its
cultural, commercial and transportation centre.
It all began in the Middle of the 19th century when
a group of tin prospectors came to settle around the convergence
of the Klang and Gombak river. This marked the foundation of Kuala
Lumpur and it has been its share of growth and setbacks to become
metropolitan centre of today.
With a population of over 1.3 million, Kuala Lumpur
is by far the largest city in Malaysia. Malays, Chinese and Indians
comprise the main races among others in this multicultural backdrop.
This ethnic diversity has shaped the city over the years and is
clearly seen in the various cultural customs and religious beliefs,
as well as languages, cuisines and architecture.
Better known as KL to the locals, the city is a heady
mix of history and culture intertwined with mushrooming skyscrapers
and office towers. Kuala Lumpur is the best example of a city that
has managed to preserve the best of its cultural heritage and combine
it with modern conveniences to offer a wholly unique experience
to visitors.
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