HIDDEN GEMS IN KUALA LUMPUR – 5 RECOMMENDATIONS

This fascinating city will always have a special place in my heart. There are many things to do in Kuala Lumpur– it’s not all about Petronas Twin Tower and Batu Caves!

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It is a capital in Southeast Asia that is overshone by the radiant light of Singapore, Bali, and Bangkok. However, I can assure you that Kuala Lumpur is on par with her competitors, or even better than most of them.

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SS2 Pasar Malam

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Heli Lounge Bar

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Chow Kit Market

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Kampung Baru

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Tian Hou Gong 天后宫 Temple

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