Newsletter January 31, 2013
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The Glitz of Kuala Lumpur
Celebrating Thaipusam
Kuala Lumpur, or KL as it is affectionately called is a unique medley of cultures - often contradictorily bewildering. Malay, Chinese, and Indian colors stand out in the masterpiece that is KL but this by no means diminishes the international flavors of the city. The city can be rustic and quaint, chic and swanky, cold and crisp, and hearteningly friendly - all at once. The only way to understand Kuala Lumpur is to dive right in and live every moment eclectically picking what the city has to offer.
About The Festival
To see Kuala Lumpur come alive, the best time to visit the city is during the Tamil Hindu festival of Thaipusam in late January. The colorful procession of thousands of devotees throngs the city streets as the idol of Lord Murugan is taken in a chariot from Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in KL to the Batu Caves Temple in Selangor. The kavadi or ritual altar and many painful burdens are borne by fervent Hindus as they proceed. The grand ceremony at the Batu Caves temple is a whole new story. The Thaipusam is both an exhilarating and exhausting experience you are certain to cherish.
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Petronas Towers

The KLCC and the Petronas Towers form the international icons representing the city. Visit for great views and shopping.
Thean Hou Temple

The magnificent six-tiered Chinese temple built atop Robson Heights is also at the heart of KL Chinatown
Batu Caves

8 miles north of KL city is the famous Hindu temple at Batu Caves. The 140 feet tall idol of Lord Murugan is a sight.
Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan

The Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan or the The Federal Territory Mosque is rightfully called 'one of the grandest mosques in the world'. Worth a visit
KL Bird Park

Built over 20.9-acres of land at Lake Gardens, it is one of the biggest public aviaries in the world.
Kuala Lumpur Travel Infographic
KL is one of the best places in the world to find a great variety of street food. Dig in to the amazing array of Malay, Chinese, and Indian street food in Chinatown or Little India.
While the American Dollar (USD) is accepted at most establishments, if you plan to shop at the local street markets, do keep your Ringgits (MYR) handy. And do haggle.
It may not be London, but KL rains can be just as unpredictable. Hold on to your umbrellas through rain and shine - literally.
If you wish to take a ride up the Petronas Towers and drink in the breathtaking views from atop, remember to wake early and queue up for tickets by 7 am.
The RapidKL LRT, also called the KL Metro is the quickest way to get around the city. Do take the Monorail during the day for a great view of the city center.
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