Malaysia is a rapidly growing country in Southeast Asia. Kuala Lumpur, its capital, is a vibrant city with towering skyscrapers, six-lane highways, colonial architecture and lush greenery. In Malay, the national language of Malaysia, Kuala means ‘muddy’ and Lumpur means ‘confluence’ of two rivers. The city, therefore, gets its name because it is located at the meeting point of two important rivers of the country, namely, the Gombak River and the Kiang River.
Kuala Lumpur is a major tourist destination in the world as around 8.9 million visitors frequent the place every year. It is a steadily growing business hub of the country. The city is known for the diverse mix of cultures like Indian, Malay and Chinese. The tallest twin buildings of the world, the iconic Petronas Twin Towers stand tall as a proud symbol of the dynamism and futuristic growth of the city. The parliament of Malaysia is situated in Kuala Lumpur and the city is the legislative capital of the nation.
If you like to spend your time shopping, Kuala Lumpur is the best destination. The city is the fashion hub of Malaysia. There are as many as 66 shopping malls in the city, and it is truly a shoppers’ paradise.
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