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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia



The Petronas Twin Towers are acclaimed to be the tallest twin buildings of the world. Located at KLCC complex in Kuala Lumpur, Twin Towers undoubtedly are the pride of Malaysia. The towers encompass a skybridge. This skybridge lies between the two towers on 41st and 42nd floors, making itself the world's highest 2-story bridge.


Dataran Merdeka is a prominent historical landmark sited in the central Kuala Lumpur. the square is also known as Merdeka Square or Independence Square. At the southern end of the square is the 95-meter flagpole, which is one amongst the tallest in the world. Merdeka Square is properly maintained with well-laid out gardens, terraces, and fountains. Here one can see a big screen which is used for the screening of main events and live telecasts. Till day, the square is a popular venue where important events are held, such as, the National Day celebrations and New Year countdown.



Istana Budaya is the eminent venue for all forms of theatre, including operetta, classical concert, musical theater and opera, in Malaysia. Located next to the National Art Gallery in Jalan Tun Razak, Istana Budaya or the Palace of Culture is a major landmark in the city of Kuala Lumpur. the Istana Budaya was formally inaugurated by the ex-Prime Minister of Malaysia -Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamed, in 1999.


Kuala Lumpur Tower, formally called Menara Kuala Lumpur, is an elevated tower to be found in Kuala Lumpur. The Kuala Lumpur Tower was officially inaugurated by the Prime Minister of Malaysia. It features an antenna, which soars up to 421 m. The Kuala Lumpur Tower is the fifth tallest telecommunication tower in the world.


Kuala Lumpur City Centre, abbreviated as KLCC, is acclaimed to be a city-within-a-city. KLCC is known to be one amongst the largest real-estate developments in the world. The KL City Centre also comprises of Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur Convention Center, Petronas Art Gallery, Petronas Philharmonic Hall, Aquaria KLCC, etc.

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Langkawi, the Jewel of Kedah, Malaysia


This is Eagle Square, Dataran Lang is one of Langkawi’s best known manmade attractions, a large sculpture of an eagle poised to take flight. A sight that greets visitors to the island via ferry, the 12 metre-tall statue is one of the island’s most instantly recognizable monuments.



The Dayang Bunting Geoforest Park is mainly made of Permian marble overthrusted by the older Setul Formation limestone. There are a number of caves within the park. One of the most unique features of the park is the fresh water lake of Tasik Dayang Bunting.


Field of burnt rice located near Langkawi International Airport and the Atma Alam Batik Village, this was once the site of Kampung Raja, the ancient capital of Langkawi. Padang Matsirat or Field of Burnt Rice was also the village granary. Just when Langkawi fell into the hands of the Siamese in 1821, Datuk Karma Jaya ordered the burning of the granary to starve the enemy.

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1st Glass Temple in The World - Arulmigu Sri Raja Kaliamman Temple



This is Malaysia’s (and World's) first glass temple which is called as Arulmigu Sri Raja Kaliamman Temple. This is loacted in, Jalan Tebrau, Johor Baru. This Temple is going to be the Top Tourist attraction in Malaysia.


95 per cent of the temple’s walls, domes, pillars and ceiling have been constructed with over a million pieces of colorful glass imported from Belgium, Japan and Thailand. This Temple is completely air-conditioned.


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