The capital of Malaysia is famous for its many attractions. Architectural monuments, parks, Chinatown and a Malaysian village right in the center of the city. Kuala Lumpur has something to entertain its guests with. The most popular of the capital's districts are the Central Historical Quarter and the shopping and entertainment Golden Triangle.

The building, which is rightfully called the symbol of Malaysia — the famous towers Petronas. Since the completion of construction in 1998, these towers are considered the tallest "twin" buildings in the world. Towers Petronas is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. During the tour, tourists will learn about the history of construction, will be able to visit the observation deck located on the 86th floor, as well as walk across the bridge between the towers.

One of the main shopping and entertainment districts of the capital. Bukit Bintang is also called the Golden Triangle, because it is located in the confines of three busy city streets. A lot of local shops, cafes and restaurants, hotels and nightclubs guarantee the attention of the guests of the capital to the area.

The Menara TV Tower can be seen from almost anywhere in the city. This structure, the construction of which was completed in 1996, is also called the "Garden of Light" for the original illumination, which can be admired at night. From the observation deck of the TV tower Menara offers a beautiful view of the city.

In 1963, the largest state historical and cultural museum in the country was founded in the capital of Malaysia. Externally, the building resembles a traditional Malaysian house, and the exposition includes a collection of coins, edged weapons, hats and clothes, jewelry and musical instruments.

In 1910, when Malaysia was still an English colony, a railway station was built in Kuala Lumpur, combining Indo-Saracen and Neo-Moorish styles of architecture. In the early 2000s, only suburban transportation remained in the schedule of the Old Station, and after another reconstruction, a Museum of Railway Transport was opened here.

A huge park complex, including many thematic natural formations, is located in the center of the capital. Here you can visit the butterfly park, which houses the entomological museum. The Orchid and Hibiscus Garden sells seedlings and flowering plant specimens on weekends. A bird show is held twice a day in the local Bird Park, and there is a Deer Park near the lake. The planetarium of the botanical garden contains an entire floor where you can play with interactive exhibits.

The Negara National Mosque was built in 1965 and can accommodate up to eight thousand people. The idea of building such a national structure, symbolizing the country's independence, arose in 1957. And it was brought to life by architects from England and Malaysia. Near the mosque there is a mausoleum where famous Malaysian politicians are buried.

The oldest mosque in Kuala Lumpur, opened in 1909, is located at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak Rivers. Until 1965, Masjid Jameh was the main mosque of the city. This sophisticated structure, made in the Moorish style, is considered a popular attraction in Kuala Lumpur.

One of the most famous tourist sites of the capital is the Royal Palace of Istana Negara. This building was erected by a Chinese millionaire in 1928 and was then called the Big House. Since then, the palace has managed to visit both a magnificent Japanese residence and a modest officers' mess. Currently, the Istana Palace Negara is used for royal ceremonies.

A very original Snake Temple can be visited in the Malaysian Penang. The building was erected in 1850 and, as legend has it, snakes from all over the neighborhood have been crawling into the temple since then. The servants of the temple assure that the snakes are "neutralized" by the sacred smoke, but for additional safety, poison has been collected from all reptiles in the building.

In 1897, the construction of the "Moorish" palace of Sultan Abdul-Samad was completed. In the center of the building there is a 43-meter clock tower, which makes the structure look like an English Big Ben. Now the palace houses the Ministry of Culture, and the square in front of the building is used for various events.

Near the city Ipo at the beginning of the XX century local planter William Kelly Smith began the construction of the mansion. But he was not destined to finish the work – after the First World War, most of the workers and himself Smith died of illness. There are legends that Kelly Castle has many secret rooms, underground tunnels and passages. But in fact, there is only one tunnel here, and it connects the mansion with a nearby Hindu temple.

Temple Kek Lock Si is considered one of the largest Buddhist temple complexes in Malaysia. Its construction was carried out in the end of the XIX century. Most often tourists visit here the Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas and the statue of the Chinese goddess Guan Yin, responsible for mercy. There are several cafes and souvenir shops near the temple.

One of the oldest Hindu temples in the capital is located on the outskirts of Chinatown. The facade of the building is made in the style of the southern palaces of India. Its central superdoor is the Raja Tower Gopuram, which appeared in 1968, invariably attracts the attention of tourists with its colorful sculptures. Inside Sri Mahamariamman keeps a silver chariot, which is used during the celebration Taipusama.

A small island in the South China Sea. Tourists consider it one of the most beautiful islands in the world. The clear water attracts beach lovers, and the local underwater world attracts diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. Village Tekek, the capital of the island, is equipped with all the necessary tourist infrastructure. On the island Tioman can stay in a comfortable hotel or rent an individual chalet.

The Langkawi Archipelago is located in the north-west of the country. Its white beaches are very beautiful, and also very rich in magnesium, which makes them extremely useful in the treatment of bronchitis, osteochondrosis and rheumatism. In Langkawi, you can visit snake and crocodile farms, relax on the black beach with volcanic sand, go to the aquarium or go diving.

Caves are considered to be one of the most popular attractions in Malaysia Batu, located near Kuala Lumpur. The staircase leading to the caves is decorated with a huge statue of Murugan, and there is a temple dedicated to this deity nearby. Batu consists of 7 small and 3 large caves. An additional fee is charged for the entrance to the cave "Gallery of Art", decorated with paintings and statues.

The mountain is the fourth highest in Southeast Asia. It is located on the territory of the national park of the same name in the east of Malaysia. On the last Saturday and Sunday of October, an original competition is held here – the world mountain race, whose participants must climb as quickly as possible to the top with a height of 4095 meters and also quickly descend.

Malaysia's famous Taman Negara National Park is located on the Malacca Peninsula. Leopards, tapirs, rhinos, Malaysian bears, deer, wild boars, tigers, elephants and more than 300 species of birds live in this park. There is a hotel here where you can stay for a couple of days, and there are several temporary shelters on the territory of the park for those who want to spend the night in the tropics.

Gunung Mulu National Park, located in the east of the country, is famous for its grandiose caves, tropical forests and karst formations. In the caves of Gunung Mulu, it is worth visiting the world's largest grotto Sarawak. Also popular among tourists are "Deer Cave" and "Cave of pure waters". You can get here by water or by helicopter.

In 1974, a national park was founded in the Malaysian part of Borneo, the main attraction of which is the Niah Cave. Traces of a reasonable man who lived in the Stone Age were found here. The age of the Niakh cave is about 37-42 thousand years, its walls are decorated with rock paintings. Before starting to explore the cave, tourists should register and pay the entrance fee.

One of the largest Malaysian mountain resorts. The best time to visit these places lasts from March to September, when track lovers can easily climb the equipped paths to the peaks of the Cameron Highlands. Tourists often visit the local tea plantation, where they observe the production and processing of tea. There are also strawberry and bee farms in Cameron Highlands, where you can buy fresh produce at low prices.

The lake is located on one of the islands of the Langkawi archipelago. It is very popular with tourists and locals. This is a very beautiful pond surrounded by rocks and lush jungles. According to the legend, childless couples who visit the lake of the Pregnant Virgin will receive hope for a speedy replenishment of the family.

One of the best places for walks and picnics, a mountain in the heart of the island near Georgetown. At the end of the XIX century, a funicular was built to climb the mountain, and now to the top Penang Hill can be reached in just 12 minutes. At the top you can visit the botanical garden, the Owl Museum, a mosque and a restaurant overlooking the island.

In the mountains northeast of Kuala Lumpur there is a popular entertainment complex "Genting Highlands". This amusement park is divided into open and closed zones, each of which consists of the most modern attractions. And the closed area also includes a variety of entertainment using computer technology.

One of the most beautiful and unforgettable places in Langkawi. Seven rapids of this rather powerful waterfall form seven purest lakes in which, if desired, you can swim. A rather long staircase leads to the Seven Wells, the steps of which can be slippery in wet weather. There are a lot of monkeys in the jungle surrounding the stairs, so you will have to watch your bags, backpacks and cameras very closely.

Two peaks of the mountain Ganung connects the extraordinarily beautiful and seemingly floating in the air Langkawi Sky Bridge. To climb this 150-meter structure, you should use two cable cars, which takes about 20 minutes. The sky bridge offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, lush tropics and the sea in the distance.