Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur – A photo essay

Kuala Lumpur literally translates as “muddy estuary” which is a far cry from 21st Century Kuala Lumpur. We spent 10 days in KL and if I’m honest it wasn’t my favourite destination. Don’t get me wrong there are lots of positive things about Kuala Lumpur but I think 10 days split over two visits was too long.

As travellers we like to walk around new destinations and KL’s lack of side walks and very busy roads makes this difficult. Also the weather was terrible when we visited so we spent a lot of time indoors and I think we got a bit “stir crazy”.

Despite this there were things we liked about KL. We found the malls mesmerising and the grandeur of the architecture was breathtaking, not to mention the world famous petronas towers! Our favourite day in Kuala Lumpur was spent at the Bird Park, an attraction I’d recommend to any nature lover. The park is spread over 20.9 acres and sees over 200,000 visitors a year!

Although I think 10 days is too long to spend in KL, I do think travellers should pass through and maybe spend 3-4 days seeing the sights. Go for the Bird Park if nothing else!

The aim of this photo essay is to sum up our time in Kuala Lumpur and show you some of our highlights. *Spoiler Alert – I’ve included too many bird pictures*

Much love,

Lisa

 

I’d love to hear your thoughts about KL. Have you been? how long did you stay? Got a great photo, please share it with us on Twitter or Facebook

 

Jalan Alor - a mecca for street food

Jalan Alor – a mecca for street food

 

Jake @ Jalan Alor

Jake @ Jalan Alor

 

Steam as it rises from the street food

Steam as it rises from the street food

 

The Pavilion

The Pavilion – 1.37million sq feet of “shopping heaven”… until you get lost.

 

Berjaya time square

Berjaya time square, a super mall with its own theme park!

 

Berjaya time square

Berjaya time square again. In KL it’s not enough to have a theme park in your mall, a piano stair case is a must. A great example of KL’s exuberance.

A fabric shop in Little India

A fabric shop in little India – the alternative to the super malls of KL

Petronas Towers

Talking of exuberance… The world famous Petronas Twin Towers

The most photographed building in KL. Yes we were surprised too.

The most photographed building in KL. Yes we were surprised too.

 

A random city shot. I enjoyed the contrast between the sign and the motorcycles leaning against it

A random city shot. I enjoyed the contrast between the sign and the motorcycles leaning against it

 

Another random city shot - get the right position and you can spot the towers from almost anywhere in KL

Another random city shot – get the right position and you can spot the towers from almost anywhere in KL

 

The Kuala Lumpur City Gallery is well worth a visit

The Kuala Lumpur City Gallery is well worth a visit

 

The city model show at the city gallery is worth the 5RM entrance fee

The city model show at the city gallery is worth the 5RM entrance fee

 

These guys built the miniature model of the city. I think this is my dream job.

These guys built the miniature model of the city. I think this is my dream job.

The Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is a fab day out. KL grandeur at its best

The Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is a fab day out. KL grandeur at its best. Cue many more bird pictures…

 

Stork at the park

Stork at the park

 

Someone loves papaya

Someone loves papaya

Little blue provided ample photo opportunities. Another reason to visit the bird park!

Little blue provided ample photo opportunities. Another reason to visit the bird park, you’ll leave with plenty of beautiful photos.

The neighbouring butterfly park is also worth a visit

The neighbouring Butterfly Park is also worth a visit

And finally another sign I enjoyed. This one was in  the lake gardens

And finally another sign I enjoyed. This one was in the Lake Gardens

 

You may also like

2 comments

  • Ailene January 13, 2015   Reply →

    haha loved the bird photos! Great post.

    • Lisa January 14, 2015   Reply →

      Thanks Ailene. Appreciate it!

Leave a comment