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KL Q1 2015.indb 20 3/30/15 3:30 PM 1 WELCOME TO KL

Welcome to KL, and welcome to the KL Map—your indispensable guide to this cosmopolitan and exciting city and the multitude of attractions it has to offer. Get ready to immerse yourself in a metropolis with a proud and diverse heritage, but also one with a very contemporary appeal. Gleaming malls rub shoulders with traditional markets, five-star restaurants compete with tasty street stalls and modern architectural marvels sit happily alongside historic shophouses. And what better way to discover KL than with your own copy of the KL Map? We give you all the information you need to make the most of your visit: from the hottest bars and leading restaurants to the city’s unmissable attractions and the best places to let off steam with your kids. All this and five comprehensive maps of the city so you always know where you are going next. So whether you want to experience the city’s delicious food, hunt for bargains in the markets or explore the fascinating cultural sights, this is truly an all-inclusive PSt mze_kl map - 1 2014- 09- 05T17: 05: 06+08: 00 guide that no visitor should be without. Enjoy your stay in KL and happy adventures with the KL Map. © 2015 © 2015 Kuala

KL Q1 2015.indb 1 3/30/15 3:30 PM CALENDAR OF EVENTS APRIL 2015 • JULY 2015

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2 Calendar of Events 13 Kids in KL 3 Essential Info 14 Ultimate KL 4 KL Overview* 15 Jalan Sultan Ismail Area* The Script 6 Dining in KL 16 Nightlife in KL 19 April The popular Irish pop rockers, whose albums have reached number one on the UK Charts, play in KL 8 Cultural KL 18 Day Trips from KL for the first time. They’ll be performing songs from their four critically acclaimed studio albums including hit singles "Superheroes” and “No Good in Goodbye” from the most recent release, 2014’s No Silence.

8 Bintang Walk* 19 Petaling & Subang Jaya* At Putra Indoor Stadium, Lebuhraya . Tickets from RM255. Visit www.myticket.asia/the- script-live-in-kuala-lumpur for more information. 10 Shopping in KL 20 Rail map Mud Through April 2016 12 Central Area* *with map What better way to learn about the history of Kuala Lumpur than through this dramatic stage musical, performed in the beautiful 100-year old Country Manager Andrew Hiransomboon Pacific Tourism Communications Sdn Bhd - KL MAP Panggung Bandaraya Theatre (Jalan Raja). Set Business Manager Doris Tan Suite 2030, Level 20, Menara Standard Chartered Bank, No. 30, Jalan Sultan Ismail, around the time of the tin mining boom of the Managing Editor Gregoire Glachant 50250 Kuala Lumpur Art Director Dechart Sangsawang Tel : 603 2117 5068 Fax : 603 2117 5069 1880s, the production follows the lives of three Production Manager Komkrit Klinkaeo KL Map is printed by Comform Co.,Ltd. friends who come to the small settlement at the Printer info: 212 Moo 13 Krungthepkreetha Rd., Saphansoong, Editor Nick Measures Bangkok 10250 THAILAND muddy confluence of two rivers looking to make Tel : (+662) 368-2942-7, (+662) 368-3840-4, Fax : (+662) 368-2962, (+662) 368-3427 their fortunes. E-mail : [email protected], [email protected] Daily 3pm and 8:30pm. Tickets start at RM45. Visit mudkl.com for more information.

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MAY JUNE OUT OF TOWN: BORNEO JAZZ FESTIVAL 8-9 May The tenth edition of this popular music festival will run over two days and feature nine different groups and international artists from all over the world. Taking place in the resort city of in Northern it's a must for jazz fans. Confirmed acts include Spanish blues and boogie woogie pianist Lluis Coloma, the high energy sounds of Jump4Joy from Sweden, Berlin-based jazzfunk quartet Mo’Blow

Tourism Tourism and the world famous The Dirty Dozen Brass Band Magic of the Night Ramadan from New Orleans. 18 - 31 May 18 June – 16 July Tickets are from RM70 for a day pass and RM130 for Taking place at the beautiful Marina at This month long period of fasting for Muslims is a 2-day pass. Visit jazzborneo.com this promises to be a spectacular light and actually a fascinating time to visit KL, not least sound show featuring decorated floats from because of the amazing Ramadan bazaars every state of Malaysia. Each float is designed that appear after sunset to feed the hungry to represent the natural wonders of the country devotees. You can find these markets all over as well as highlight the various attractions from town but three favourites particularly worth each of the different states. checking out are the centrally located Bukit ESSENTIAL INFO Putrajaya Lake, Precinct 2, Putrajaya, 8891 Bintang, the always packed Masjid India and Kampung Bahru, which is perhaps the biggest • The country code is 60, and the city code MONEY 7000. is 3. • The currency, the , is market of its kind in the city. • International calls are made by first dialing 00 approximately RM3.5=USD1 Royal Floria Putrajaya Throughout the city. followed by the number. • ATMs are abundant. You can change money • Calls to other states in Malaysia are made by and cash travelers cheques at banks and 30 May – 7 June dialing the area code before the number. many hotels; remember to bring your This will be the 8th edition of Malaysia’s premier 1Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival • For local directory assistance, call 103. passport, though. floral event. Themed ‘Tapestry of Hues,’ the 27 June – 31 August 2015 • For operator assisted domestic and nine day flower and garden festival will feature Kuala Lumpur has a deserved reputation as a international calls dial 101. TIPPING • Stay connected like a local without switching more than 400,000 flowering plants in unique paradise for shoppers, and there is no better • Tipping is not expected, though welcomed. out your home SIM Card. With Celcom Most restaurants and all hotels include a indoor and outdoor garden exhibitions created time to experience this for yourself than during e-SIM Virtual Number, you can now enjoy service charge as part of your bill. Leave by leading local and international garden the annual Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival. That’s local call and Internet rates throughout small change for your wait staff. designers. Highlights for this year include the when the leading malls and shops in the city Malaysia minus the hassle of hunting for and changing to a new SIM card. Spring and Winter gardens, the Floral Pavilion, band together to offer shoppers outstanding HEALTH • Tap water in Kuala Lumpur is safe to drink Lily Garden, Royal Garden, Kids Garden and promotions and discounts of up to 50 percent Just follow these simple steps: but most locals tend to boil or filter it before the Chinese-Malay Friendship Garden. There on everything from designer clothing to home • Step 1: Upon • Step 2: Dial *118# drinking. Bottled water is cheap and readily arrival in Malaysia, to sign up and are also horticulture markets, workshops and a décor to electronic products to arts and crafts available. manually switch to activate your e-SIM special arts and crafts area. and much, much more. • There is no malaria in the city though the Celcom network. Virtual Number. risk of contracting other diseases mean you Anjung Floria, Precinct 4, Putrajaya. should take precautions against mosquitoes. Throughout the city. www.tourism.gov.my. TOURIST INFORMATION Open Mon-Thu 9am-10:30pm, Fri-Sat • Malaysia Tourism Centre, 235-4800/4848 9am-midnight. www.floriaputrajaya.com.my EMERGENCY NUMBERS • Tourist Police, 2149-6590 • Ambulance, Fire Brigade, Police: 999 • Kuala Lumpur International Airport infoline, 8777-8888 TIMEZONE

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com]. Set in one of the Troika Towers designed developed by the Chinese immigrants who by starchitect Norman Foster, Cantaloupe, settled here from the 15-17th century. Inside the under the direction of chef Christian Bauer, Malaccan shophouse, you can feast on age-old serves up inventive French food in a dramatic treats like laksa or geram pedas. setting that features double height windows overlooking the iconic Petronas towers. Li Yen [The Ritz Carlton, 168 Jalan Imbi, 2142-8000. Open Mon-Sat noon-2:30pm, 6:30- Enak KL [LG2, Feast Floor, , 10:30pm; Sun 10:30am-2:30pm, 6:30-10:30pm]. 181 , 2141-8973. Open The Ritz Carlton’s Cantonese restaurant boasts daily noon-midnight. www.enakkl.com]. The an extravagant décor and live performances of generations-old Malay recipes served here traditional Yangqing music. Try the signature originated with the owner’s family: Malay dim sum, Peking duck and Champagne prawns. classics like and rending pedang alongside rarer dishes like udang lemak merah Nirawa Banana Leaf [43, Jalan Telawi 3, (prawn and pineapple in coconut sauce). Bangsar. 2287-8445. Open daily 10-1:30am]. A non-descript shop house that’s always Fierce Curry House [16 Jalan Kemuja, Bangsar, overflowing onto the street with hungry diners 2202 3456. Open daily 10:30am-10:30pm. www. enjoying the authentic Indian and -style Roost facebook.com/FierceCurryHouse]. The big draw fare. Don’t miss the dishes served on banana [69-1 Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, 2201-1710. Open Tue-Sun 11:30am-11:30pm, roostkl.com]. Occupying of this award-winning venue has to be their leaves (covering everything from fried fish, crab, a great location right in the heart of the hip neighbourhood of Bangsar, this second floor restaurant features authentic Hyderabad dum biryani where dough chicken and more), which are eaten by hand a central open kitchen and a minimal, Scandinavian-inspired décor. As their tagline from farm to fork is used to seal in the moisture during cooking. and come with additional refills. It’s cheap but suggests there’s a genuine focus on using local ingredients in their modern European dishes like king They also do a range of banana leaf dishes incredibly tasty and now has a sister branch in and a mean mango lassi to go with. You can prawn linguine and deep fried frog legs. They also sell craft beers and have live music on Thursday nights. Subang Jaya. also sample their range of North Indian recipes at their sister branch Fiercer Curry in Publika. Nobu [Level 56, Menara 3 Petronas, Persiaran KLCC, 2164-5084. Open Mon-Fri noon-2pm; Acme Bar & Coffee [Ground floor, The Fuego [Level 23A (Tower A) The Troika, 19 Mon-Sat, 6-11pm. www.noburestaurants.com/ Troika, Jalan Binjai, 2162-2288. Open Mon-Thu Persiaran KLCC, 2162-0886. Open daily kuala-lumpur]. The famous high-end chain 11am-midnight, Fri 11-1am, Sat 9:30-1am, Sun 6pm-midnight. www.troikaskydining.com]. The arrived in KL last year to much fanfare and 9:30am-midnight. acmebarcoffee.com]. Opened most relaxed option in the high-end Troika late in 2013, Acme made an instant impact on drinks and dining complex, Fuego takes an promises the opportunity to sample Chef the dining scene thanks to its perfect blend of innovative and theatrical approach to South Nobuyuki Matsuhisa’s delicious blend of classic lofty, yet surprisingly intimate industrial interiors American flavours. Ostensibly a tapas bar, the Japanese techniques infused with exciting Latin and familiar dishes that have been given a very simply decorated light and airy space promises American flavours. The gorgeous wood-clad distinctive twist. This cafe-bar continues to great views, lots of dishes where the ingredients space, with views over the Twin Towers, is the draw in the crowds, who come for the excellent Cilantro have been smoked, grilled or flamed and some perfectly sexy setting to enjoy classics like the West Coast-inspired food, the outdoor deck potent cocktails. black cod miso and umami sea bass. and for the special breakfast menu on weekend Cilantro [MiCasa Hotel Apartments, 368B Lafite [Lobby Level, Shangri-La Hotel, 11 Jalan Jalantun Razak, 2179-8000. Open Fri noon- mornings. Sultan Ismail, 2032-2388. Open Mon-Fri noon- 2pm, Mon- Sat 6-10.30pm. www.cilantrokl.com]. 2:30pm, Mon-Sat 7-10:30pm]. The French chef Bijan [3 Jalan Ceylon, 2031-3575. Open daily Many local foodies reckon that the Japanese- de cuisine Jean-Phillippe Guiard has worked 4:30-11pm. www.bijanrestaurant.com]. Bijan influenced French cooking prepared by chef at Michelin-star venues in Europe and brings may have been around for a while, but it Takeshi Kimura is perhaps the best in KL. We that experience to bear on exquisitely prepared continues to win top prizes as the best Malay recommend the Japanese sole with noisette classic French dishes served in a charming restaurant in the city. The setting is low key, butter and fedellini pasta with scampi or go for atmosphere. wonderfully warm and tasteful, especially out on the degustation menu for the full experience. the open air deck. Highlights include the masak Lima Blas [15 Jalan Mesui, Off Jalan Nagasari, Cantaloupe [23A Tower B, The Troika, Persiaran lemak udang tempayak (prawns stir-fried in a Bukit Bintang, 2110-1289. Open Mon-Sat KLCC, 2162-0886. Open Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm, Ohlo Tapas and Cocktails creamy fermented durian sauce) and the choice 11am-3pm, 5:30-11pm] This unassuming venue daily 12-3pm, 6-11pm. www.troikaskydining. of delicious desserts. is focused on authentic Baba Nyona cuisine

KL Q1 2015.indb 6 3/30/15 3:30 PM Ohla Tapas and Cocktails [Lot G-18, Ground com.my]. Housed within nightlife hub The Roof, Floor, The Intermark No.348, Jalan Tun Razak, Signature offers intriguing views from its wall to 2663-2651. Open Mon-Tue, Thu 6-10pm, Wed, ceiling windows, while the menu is a fusion of Asian Fri-Sun 6pm-midnight. www.facebook.com/ and international flavours backed up by a decent OhlaTapasCocktails]. An incredibly popular tapas cocktail list. A good place to start the party you can venue with a slightly industrial vibe. Grab a seat at enjoy dishes like beef ribs and black cod alongside the sleek bar and watch passionate Spanish chef their interpretation of local favourite sang har mein Toni Valero create a range of exciting small plates. (crispy egg noodles with freshwater prawns).

Opium [50 Changkat Bukit Bintang, 2142-5670. Open Sun-Thu 4pm-1am, Fri-Sat 4pm-2am. opiumkl.com]. With an opulent and delightfully sensual 1950s inspired Shanghai-theme, this venue combines some killer cocktails with a menu that focuses on Asian delicacies with a twist. Highlights include the Angus beef rendang (accompanied by steamed lotus leaf buns), the fern leaf salad with grilled prawns and the selection of traditional Soleil dim sum. Signature by the Hill [Ground Floor, 22A, Jalan 17/54, Seksyen 17, , 7932-5989. Open daily noon-2:30pm; 6:30-10.30pm. www.soleil.my]. One of a plethora of new venues in this area Soleil has already Outback Steakhouse [GL12, BB Park Low Yat won awards for its modern European dishes. Run by Belgian chef Evert Onderbeke there’s a Plaza, Jalan 1/77, Off Jalan Bukit Bintang, 2144- Songket Restaurant and Bar [29 Jalan Yap particular focus on seafood and definite Asian influences in dishes like the barramundi with 9919. Open daily noon-midnight]. This popular Kwan Seng, 2161-3331. Open Mon-Fri noon-3pm, Asian vegetables, squid and kaffir lime and marinated crab meat with avocado and tomato. American chain restaurant serves up delicious ribs, 6-11pm, Sat-Sun 5-11pm. www.songketrestaurant. steaks, seafood and other barbecued dishes. They com]. Live music, dance and a setting decorated now boast a second branch at Nu Sentral Mall. with songket, a traditional Malaysian fabric, all help to enhance the authentic Malay cuisine—don’t Prime [Level 5, Le Meridien, 2 Jalan Stesen miss the rusuk salai berkicap (chargrilled shortribs). Sentral, KL Sentral, 2263 7888. Open Mon- Fri noon-2:30pm, daily 6:30-10:30pm. www. Way Modern Chinois [G-1, WORK@Clearwater, lemeridienkualalumpur.com/dining]. One of the best Jalan Changkat Semantan, , places to grab a steak in town this contemporary 2095-1118. Open Mon-Sat noon-3pm, 6-10:30pm. venue features lots of wood and leather in its way.com.my]. A sexy décor of elaborate black design and its large open kitchen lets you watch metalwork and dim lighting are the back drop for the chefs hard at work. The Halal certified beef Chinese options like dim sum and congee served

comes from Australia, the USA and Argentina and with inventive twists and a classy presentation. Jonathan Lin it's ably supported by classics like clam chowder Yut Kee Kopitiam [Jalan Kamunting, Off and Caesar salad. Jalan , 2698 8108. Open Tue- Sun ENJOY SOME STREET FOOD Sage [The Gardens Residences Level 6, The 8am–5pm]. Around since 1928 one of the city’s Malaysia and KL are justifiably famous for the amazing food on offer, and Gardens, , 2268-1328. Open Mon-Fri best known kopitiams (coffee shops) might have while the city boasts numerous excellent restaurants, it’s also true that some noon-2pm, 6-10:30pm. www.sagekl.com]. Working moved to a new location but it is still run by the of the very best treats can be found on the streets. Those wanting to sample same family and thanks to some clever design closely with local farmers and suppliers Sage simple but delicious Malay street-side dishes should make a beeline for the still maintains much of the charm of the old spot. covers classic Western dishes but often adds centrally located Jalan Alor (a five-minute walk from Bukit Bintang Station). a distinctive Japanese style. It’s all served in a The new venue, just round the corner from the The former red light district is now a foodie paradise after dark when it fills soothing space of dark wood and muted tones, old place, still maintains its focus on affordable up with rows and rows of stalls and open air, street-side restaurants. Classic with views over the city. breakfast and lunch options and retains signature dishes well worth hunting out range from roti and satay to nasi lemak and dishes like the Hainanese chicken chop, Roti Babi Signature by the Hill [Sky Level, 1 First Avenue, and roasted pork with apple sauce. Haianese chicken rice, perfectly representing the three central cuisines of , Petaling Jaya. Open Mon-Fri KL: Malay, Chinese and Indian. 5pm-2am; Sat-Sun, 11-2am. www.theroof.

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BEST DEAL BINTANG WALK CULTURAL KL Melia Imbi Amoda Jln Kuala Bintang Walk Imbi Plaza Building Berjaya Explore the temples, museums and historic sites Lumpur Times KL Monorail Square Ritz- i Times that best represent the city’s multicultural heritage. Hotel Carlton Jln Imb PARKROYAL Square Hotel Shopping Complex Hotel IMBI J ah Entertainment l g Tu n Sungei Wang n Han Jl W l Low Yat Outdoor Cafés i Plaza a

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Islamic Arts Museum Merdeka Square A visit to the vast Islamic Arts Museum [Jalan A great way to get a feel for the rich and diverse Lembah Perdana, 2274-2020. www.iamm.org. history of the city is through a stroll around the my], surrounded by the beautiful Perdana Botanical old neighborhood of Dataran Merdeka. The area Gardens, and home to over 7,000 artifacts is a is packed with architectural sights that reflect the must for culture fans. Aimed at presenting the many different cultures that have been involved very best work of the Islamic world, the museum in the creation of modern day KL. Start out at covers everything from jewelry and armor to textiles Merdeka Square, home to the colonial elegance and ceramics. Highlights include the collection of of the Royal Selangor Club, the Cathedral of St Islamic manuscripts and the large-scale model of Mary’s and the Islamic-influenced minarets of the the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca. Old Court Building. The Square is also home to the Kuala Lumpur City Gallery [No. 27, Jalan Raja, Kampong Bahru Dataran Merdeka. www.klcitygallery.com], which Experience what life used to be like with a trip to is the starting point for a free heritage guided tour this old quarter in the North of KL. Kampong Bahru of the area that takes in 11 of the district’s top means “new village” and this neighbourhood was historical sites (9-11:45am every Mon, Wed and Sat, founded in 1890 to house KL’s Malay farmers. to register or find out more email pelancongan@ Despite the passage of time it has retained much dbkl.gov.my).

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Imbi Amoda Melia Jln Kuala Bintang Walk Imbi Plaza Building Berjaya Lumpur Times KL Monorail Square Ritz- i Times Hotel Carlton Jln Imb PARKROYAL Square Hotel National Art Gallery Shopping Complex Hotel IMBI Established back in 1958 the striking pyramid- J ah Entertainment l g Tu shaped National Gallery [2 Jalan Temerloh, Off Jalan n Sungei Wang n Han Jl W l Low Yat Outdoor Cafés i Plaza Tun Razak, KLCC, 4025-4990. www.artgallery.gov. a

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GET ON YOUR BIKE

One way of enjoying the sights of KL is from the back of a bike, thanks to the KL by Cycle tours. Head to KL City Gallery and you can hire a bike, plus helmet, safety jacket, bike lock and a map that directs you on a tour of over 20 of the city’s leading attractions from the KL Railway station to the lush green oasis of the Botanic Gardens. You can either choose to go it alone or sign up as part of a guided tour. Prices start for RM30 for the bike hire (first 4 hours) or RM45 for the guided tour (minimum eight people). Visit http://tinyurl.com/mlpblpp for more information or head to the KL City Gallery [No. 27, Jalan Raja, Dataran Merdeka, 2698-3333. Open daily 9:30am-6:30pm]. David McKelvey

KL Q1 2015.indb 9 3/30/15 3:31 PM 10 SHOPPING IN KL From gleaming malls to bustling night markets, shopaholics are in for a treat.

Walk, which boasts over 180 different retail stores story development encompasses a shopping including the Metrojaya department store; and the center, department store, serviced apartments, Street, which has a range of Western and Asian movie theaters, a host of bars and restaurants food options in an al fresco dining setting. There ís and a fitness center. You’ll also find familiar also a regular weekend market. international names alongside more local options like Singaporean multi-brand boutique Tangs and Fahrenheit 88 [179 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 2148- the Malaysian-born Padini Concept Store. It’s 5488. www.fahrenheit88.com]. Aimed at a young particularly popular at night when locals come and trendy crowd this place has a real focus on to enjoy the semi-al fresco bars and restaurants. fashion and tech stores, as well as plenty of dining and entertainment options. Big name tenants Plaza Low Yat [7 Jalan 1/77, Off Jalan Bukit include Uniqlo and Gap, as well as more cutting Bintang, 2148-5141, 2148-3651. plazalowyat. edge choices like Parkamaya, which features quirky com]. It is simply the must-visit spot for anything brands from Asia. tech-related, from digital cameras to the newest laptops and latest mobile phones. But it’s not just Lot 10 [50 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 2782-3500. www. Malaysia’s largest IT mall; you can also find plenty of lot10.com.my]. Following renovations a few years non-tech-retailers including restaurants, bookstores ago, Lot 10 got a new lease of life as one of the MALL and fashion outlets. Just a short walk away is the hottest malls in town. With an Isetan department [1018, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 2603-1018. Open daily 10am-10pm. www.quillcitymall.com.my]. The newest popular BB Park. This leisure and entertainment store, a great mix of local and international brand mall to open in the city center boasts a handy location with direct links to Medan Tuanku Monorail venue offers everything from Malaysian cultural and labels including Malaysia’s very first branch of H&M, station and features seven floors of shopping, dining and entertainment options. Highlight tenants music performances every weekend from 8pm, to a foodmarket, a rooftop brasserie, plus the great include AEON, Best Denki, Food Junction, GSC Cinema, Hamleys, H&M, Happikiddo, and Red Lobster. galleries showcasing collections of traditional Malay location next to Bukit Bintang Monorail Station, it There’s also a spacious kids zone, a ten screen cinema and an al fresco dining zone, which has views arts and crafts as well as food options covering remains as hip as ever. over the surrounding cityscapes. international and Japanese flavors. Nu Sentral [201 , 2773- Starhill Gallery [181 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 2782- 5611. www.nusentral.com] Consisting of eight [1 Jalan Imbi, 300-888- 3855. www.starhillgallery.com]. Another mall to DOWNTOWN levels and over 320 different stores this new mall is 988. www.berjayatimessquarekl.com]. With more undergo a facelift in the last couple of years, Starhill designed to be a hub for travellers passing through than 1,000 retail shops and service outlets, and remains the place for luxury: from its beautiful Avenue K the busy KL Sentral station next door. Prominent even a seven-story-high roller coaster housed interior to the fine-dining options in the basement to features include a large rooftop space dubbed the under its very large roof, this mega mall lives up to an unparalleled collection of luxury brands covering skypark, which plays host to outdoor concerts, a its tagline, ‘It’s All in the Square.’ The coaster is part the likes of Dior, Gucci, Mulberry and Louis Vuitton bowling alley and cinema, as well as all the usual of Cosmo’s World Theme Park, Malaysia’s largest to the high-end spas located on its upper floors. big names covering everything from food to fashion. indoor theme park, but the mall also houses the IT [99 Bukit Bintang, 2148- Center and the Taste of Asia food court. 6109. www.sungeiwang.com]. Very much serving Bukit Bintang Plaza [111 Jalan Bukit Bintang, as a hub for hip, young shoppers, this mall is full 2148-7411]. Affectionately known as BB Plaza by of stores selling funky, affordable street wear, much locals, this long-term favorite offers a wide choice of it created by young Malaysian designers. You of mid-range stores selling everything from apparel can also can find tech gadgets, jewelry, plus local Avenue K [156, , 2168-7888. KLCC and food to household and electronic items. A goods and other curios. popular mall, it houses many boutique stores LRT. www.avenuek.com.my]. Fresh from a major Suria KLCC [Jalan Ampang, 2382-2828. KLCC focused on teenage fashion. renovation, Avenue K is one of the most exciting LRT. www.suriaklcc.com.my]. Nestled under the new additions to KL’s retail landscape. With over The Curve [31 Jalan PJU 7/3, , iconic Petronas Twin Towers, this mall offers six 120 stores spread across its eight floors, it is packed 7710 6868. www.thecurve.com. my]. Part of a stories of heavy-hitting brands such as Armani, with popular fashion brands such as H&M, Elle and larger commercial area that includes the IPC Chanel, Gucci and Prada. It’s also home to Isetan Muji. The venue is also home to Taste Enclave, a Shopping Center and home decor giant IKEA. The Pavilion Kuala Lumpur [168 Jalan Bukit Bintang, and Parkson Grand, as well as Brit favorites Harrods high-end food court serving classic street dishes. Curve is split into two main sections: the Fashion 2143-8088. www.pavilion-kl.com]. The giant eight- and Marks & Spencer and the 125-year old fine

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pewter purveyors Royal Selangor. Don’t miss the Jusco and Metrojaya, cool brands like Topshop, Isetan Foodmarket including Caffe Gino, a Halal deli as well as a cinema and bowling alley. and Sen-Ya bistro from Sydney. Publika Shopping Gallery [1 Jalan Dutamas 1, THE Solaris Dutamas, 6207-9426. www.publika.com. my]. Currently the hippest shopping complex Shopping Centre [1 Lebur Bandar around, Publika pulls in well-to-do urbanites from Utama, 7726-6033. www.1utama.com.my]. With a the surrounding neighborhoods, but also the selection of ten themed zones, it covers everything young and creative who come for the cool stores, from the Highstreet, with its selection of fashion hip restaurants and the wide range of artistically labels, to the Sportszone, with its footy pitches geared events and exhibitions. and challenging climbing walls. After hitting the shops, relax in the Rainforest Zone or the serene [Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar secret garden. Sunway, 7494 3100. www.sunwaypyramid.

com]. This distinctive, and rather opulent,C Bangsar Village I & II [1 Jalan Telawi Satu, Egyptian-themed mall boasts a fleet of specialty Bangsar Baru, 2288-1800. www.bangsarvillage. M stores featuring local and international labels, com]. These two connecting shopping malls house entertainment outlets, dining havens, a skatingY hundreds of food and fashion tenants but the real rink, a theme park as well as connecting hotels, highlights are the rows of cute shophouses in the CM and a nearby water park (see Day Trips page 18). same neighborhood where locals browse edgy MY fashion boutiques and enjoy the host of cool bars MARKETS CY and restaurants. Central Market [Lot 3.01 & 3.07, 1st Floor, CMY Central Market Annexe, Jalan Hang Kasturi, 2272- 9966, www.centralmarket.com.my. LRT PasarK Seni]. Originally founded in 1888, this former grimy wet market got an Art Deco inspired revamp in the late 70s and is now a clean, air-conditioned Art Deco-style bazaar in the heart of the old town where you can browse Malay textiles, cultural products, souvenirs and food, all without breaking a sweat. Jaya One Lorong Tuanku Abdul Rahman [LRT Bandaraya]. This traditional shopping district lies just north of Jaya One [No.72A, Jalan Universiti, Petaling Jaya, the city center and is most famous for its open 7957-4933. jayaone.com.my]. Situated in the heart air night market, held every Saturday, between of Petaling Jaya or PJ, this relatively new mall is 5-10pm, selling clothing and souvenirs. centered around Palm Square a cluster of bars, cafes and restaurants, including the very trendy [Chinatown, LRT Pasar Seni or The Bee. The development also contains Pop, a Masjid Jamek]. You can pay a visit to shop by space dedicated to numerous pop-up stores. The day, but it’s at night that the street really comes mall is also the base for the PJ Live Arts, a vibrant alive with locals and tourists haggling for the best performing arts center. prices. Find great bargains on everything from clothing to CDs, stop at the many goldsmith shops [Lingkaran Syed Putra, and sample the traditional Chinese restaurants. 938-3333. www.midvalley.com.my]. One of Asia’s biggest malls, it features 430 stores laid out over three miles. Here you’ll find retail giants Carrefour,

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KL Q1 2015.indb 12 3/30/15 3:31 PM 13 KIDS IN KL Great days out for families with children.

Farm in the City Discovery Centre

FARM IN THE CITY PETROSAINS DISCOVERY CENTRE If you prefer your animals to be a little cuddlier, then Head to Petrosains [Level 4, Suria KLCC, 2331- DISTRICT 21 do head to the Farm in the City [Lot 40187-40188, 8181. Open Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:30pm. www. Jalan Prima Tropika Barat, , petrosains.com.my], for a fun and educational One of the newest attractions to the city is actually a post-apocalyptic themed adventure playground 8941-3099/2099. Open Mon, Wed-Fri 10am-6pm, visit for the whole family. Petrosains is an interactive that’s filled with no less than eleven thrilling activities aimed at kids of all ages. Take your pick from the Sat-Sun 9:30am-6pm. RM48 per adult and RM38 science discovery centre aimed at instilling a passion physical challenges of the interactive climbing walls of the Powerstation to the vertigo-inducing thrills child. www.fitc.com.my]. Designed to look like a for acquiring scientific knowledge in people. Get of the Roller Glider and the high octane buzz of the Tubby Ride. IOI City Mall, Lebuh IRC, IOI Resort traditional Malaysian village the farm prides itself on “hands-on” by engaging with hundreds of interactive City, Putrajaya. Open Sun-Thu Noon–8pm; Fri-Sat noon-10pm. Packages start from RM55. www. having no cages with all the animals allowed to roam exhibits, watch interesting science shows and district21.com.my. free in natural enclosures. Kids will love the chance participate in science demonstrations. Nurture your to get up close and pet the animals, which cover child’s, and your own, natural curiosity as you taster sessions where your children can try out the a host of species including foxes, monkeys and explore, learn and play together. Petrosains is open climbing walls and boulders under the watchful eye snakes alongside more traditional farmyard animals every day except Mondays (except public and of the trained team of instructors. like rabbits and goats. school holidays). DINOSCOVERY KIDZANIA SKYTREX A great educational experience is a visit to Kidzania [Curve NX, 18 Jalan PJU 7/5, Mutiara Fly, swing and glide twenty meters above the Dinoscovery [Level 4, Discoveria @ Avenue K Damansara, Petaling Jaya. Open daily 10am-5pm, ground on a sky trekking adventure through the Shopping Mall, 156, Jalan Ampang. Open daily 1300 88 KIDZ (5439). www.kidzania.com.my. tropical treetops. Located in the forest of Taman 10am-10pm. discoveria.com.my] at the Avenue RM75 for children aged 4-17, RM38 children Botani Negara Shah Alam, 40 minutes’ drive from K Mall, which aims to take you back 250 million below four.] is a kid-sized world where your children KL Skytrex [www.skytrex-adventure.com. RM35- years to when these giant lizards roamed the earth. get to try out a host of different activities and careers 55 depending on course selected.] is an aerial Head through the time tunnel to the Mesozoic Era that mirror real jobs in the real world. There are over obstacle course that lets you challenge yourself and discover lots of fun interactive exhibits and 22 60 different establishments offering up to 90 different on three different courses ranging from Beginner moving, breathing, roaring dinosaur animatronics in activities from putting out fires and solving crimes to to Advanced. The courses take between 2-3 hours Camp 5 their natural habitat. Exhibition runs until 30 June working in a kitchen and performing manicures. An to complete and do note there are some height 2015. Tickets are RM40 for Adults and RM50 for CAMP 5 educational but also very fun day out. and weight restrictions depending on the course children. selected. A fun way to blow off steam is to head to this state-of-the-art indoor climbing facility, housed in a 24m-high fully air-conditioned building. Even better Camp 5 [EZ501 5th Floor, 1 Utama what to eat and where? Shopping Centre, Bandar Utama Damansara, what’s happening and hot in town? YOUR ANSWER is kl.asia-city.com 7726-0420/0410. Open Mon–Fri 2–11pm, Sat- where are the best bars and clubs? Sun 10am–8pm. www.camp5.com] has special what’s new and fantastic? The one stop guide for your next visit to KL and Malaysia courses designed for kids. Opt for the one-hour

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KL Q1 2015.indb 15 3/30/15 3:31 PM 16 NIGHTLIFE IN KL Enjoy a night on the town with a visit to the city's hottest bars and coolest clubs.

www.thebiggroup.co]. Situated in the heart of 2238. Open Tue-Fri 5-1am; Sat 9pm-1am. www. hipster central, Bangsar, this petite spot features a facebook.com/OmakaseAppreciate]. This tiny, restaurant serving deconstructed European classics dimly lit bar has a wonderful speakeasy vibe, helped downstairs and a incredibly cute bar upstairs. by the hard-to-find entrance behind a non-descript The bar has the feel of a old school Malay home, door in an office block basement. Inside you’ll find featuring vibrant wallpaper, rattan chairs and a simple bar manned by waist-coated mixologists retro tables, with the highlight being the signature ready and waiting to whip up the cocktail of choice. cocktails. Better still enjoy the bars' "omakase" concept and leave the decision in their very capable hands La Boca [Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Lot. C3. 10.03, Level 3, 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 2148-9977. Open Pisco [29 Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, Sun-Thu 9-1am. Fri-Sat 9-3am. www.laboca.com. 2142-2900. Open Sun/Tue/Thu, 5pm-1am; Wed, my]. This vibrant space, with its brightly colored 5pm-2am; Fri/Sat, 5pm-3am. www.piscobarkl. walls and fiesta atmosphere, is another with a Latino com]. One of the most popular bars in town, it might focus. The food stretches from Argentina to Mexico have a simple industrial décor, but it also has a real via Peru and Cuba, the drinks are strong and there warmth thanks to its Spanish and South American are regular live music and dance performances. roots. They host some great local DJs, have a short, if potent, drinks list and offer the chance to Luna [34th Floor, Pacific Regency Hotel Suites, sample Nikkei cuisine, a fusion of Japanese and Mr Brooks Bangsar [Level 3, Bangsar Shopping Centre, Bangsar, 282 0241. Open Mon–Sat, 5pm–2am. Menara PanGlobal, Jalan Punchak Off Jalan P. Peruvian dishes. thebiggroup.co/bignightout/brooks]. Look for the purple Sunbeam Alpine to find the entrance to this popular Ramlee, 2332-7777. Open Sun-Thu 11-1am, Fri-Sat speakeasy focused on gin and cocktails. Inside it looks like an eccentric but well-heeled gentlemen’s den, 11-3am. www.luna.my]. The Luna Bar has to be albeit one with a sculptural collection of illuminated bikes on the wall. The highlight drink has to be Nan’s one of the top spots in town thanks to its amazing Carrot Cake featuring vodka and Drambuie. views and its stunning alfresco setting. Come to eat early at neighboring Cristallo and then grab one of the daybeds and stay to party by the pool at Luna. Calavera [13 Jalan Mesui Bukit Bintang, 016-281- Hard Rock Café KL [Ground Floor, Wisma 1143. Open daily 8:30am-Late. www.facebook. Concorde, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 2715-5555. Open Mezze Bar and Bistro [132, Jalan Kasah, com/calaverakl]. This funky bar on the bustling daily 11:30-2:30am]. After all these years, Hard Medan Damansara. Open Mon-Sat, 12pm-1am. Jalan Mesui strip goes for a very distinct look, from Rock Café KL is still rocking as strong as ever. The www.mezze.my]. Downstairs there’s a casual and the back end of a car that doubles as the DJ booth American-born restaurant and bar serves up tasty contemporary bistro serving classic European and to the Day of the Dead-inspired mural. In keeping Tex-Mex dishes that’ll make you want to go back North African dishes, while upstairs you’ll find a with the Mexican vibe the menu focuses on Latin for more, all accompanied by a great range of drinks sophisticated spot to kick back and enjoy some Providence American themed dishes along with some potent and the very best in live rock. jazz and fine wine. Fridays and Saturdays are the cocktails. Wednesday is Ladies night and you can best days to come enjoy the lineup of contemporary [The Intermark, 182 Jalan Tun Razak, sample live music and DJs on Friday and Saturday Heli Lounge [34th floor, Menara KH, Jalan Sultan jazz artists. Providence evenings. Ismail, 2110-5034. Open Mon-Wed, 6pm-midnight; 252-7678. Open Wed-Sat 10pm-3am. www. Thu, 6pm-2am; Fri-Sat, 6pm-3am. www.facebook. No Black Tie [17 Jalan Mesui, 2142-3737. Open facebook.com/providencekl]. Definitely one of the Capricorn KL [1 Jalan Kia Peng, KLCC, 2181- com/Heliloungebar]. This quirky bar is actually 5pm-1am. noblacktie.com.my]. The main draw of glitziest clubs in town thanks to the OLED light 0080. Open Tue-Sat 9pm-3am. www.facebook. located on a real life helipad—well, at least the top this legendary and extremely intimate venue is its feature that dominates the ceiling, this place is all com/capricornkl]. Occupying the site of the former deck is—reached via some steep steps. The simple unique setting and it’s excellent line up of local and about an intimate and exclusive experience with a Butter Factory, this spacious new club is handily setting, complete with plastic garden furniture, international jazz acts. Standing in a converted backing track of EDM and House tunes. located close to the center of town. Featuring a allows for some great 360-degree views. If it’s shophouse, the wood clad interior boasts great [One Residency, 1 Jalan Nagasari, contemporary, upscale décor Capricorn boasts a raining, just head down to the covered bar, which acoustics, crisp enough for the varied range of TAPS Beer Bar Off Jalan Raja Chulan, Bukit Bintang. 2110-1560. large dance floor and bar downstairs, complete has an aviator theme and uses parts of a real plane artists it features from Latin and blues nights to www.tapsbeerbar.my. Open Mon-Thu 5pm-1am; with diamond shaped DJ booth. Upstairs there’s as part of the décor. the spoken word. See their website for the latest Fri-Sat 5pm-2am; Sun noon-1am]. A celebration of another bar and balcony so you can gaze down on schedule of performances. the partygoers getting their thing on to EDM, hip Hit & Mrs [15 & 15A, Lorong Kurau, Taman the ongoing global craft beer revolution, the simple hop and house. Weng Lock, Bangsar, 2282-3571. Open Tue-Sat Omakase + Appreciate [Lower Ground, setting, all brick walls and bare cement, leaves the Bar: 5pm-1am; Restaurant: noon-3pm, 7-11pm. Bangunan Ming Annexe, 9 Jalan Ampang, 2022 focus firmly on the 14 different craft brews on tap, which change regularly.

KL Q1 2015.indb 16 3/30/15 3:31 PM club Play and Stratosphere, a bar perched on a grassed-over helipad.

Tate [Lot G-03A G/F, The Intermark, 182 Jalan Tun Razak, 2161-2368. Open Mon-Sat 5pm-2am. www. thebiggroup.co]. Another venue inspired by the illegal speakeasies of the 1920s prohibition era, even the entrance of this secluded bar is hard to find—clue, look for the hat. The leather chairs, paneled walls and suit of armor give Tate the feel of a discrete and exclusive gentleman’s club, complete with The Rabbit Hole well-mixed cocktails.

The Rabbit Hole [14 & 16 Changkat Bukit Bintang, Warm Up [GL-10, BB Park (opposite Plaza Low 016-680-2200. Open Sun, Tue-Thu 4pm-2am, Fri- Yat), 7 Jalan 1/77, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 2661-5245. Sat 4pm-3am. www.rabbithole.com.my]. Situated on Open daily 3pm-3am]. Located in the heart of the happening party hub of Changkat Bukit Bintang the bustling downtown area, the Warmup club is the Rabbit Hole is a spacious multi-themed, multi- the ideal place to go for good music, played by a roomed venue that draws its inspiration from Alice in great live band in the evenings. By day, they serve Wonderland and the Narnia Chronicles. Step through satisfying comfort food. the door into the bamboo forest, which hosts live music and comedy, or go deeper and explore the The Whisky Bar [46, Changkat Bukit Bintang, funky Tiger Translate Art Bar, gentlemanly Arthur’s 2143-02268. Open Sun-Thu 4pm-1am; Fri-Sat: Lounge or the futuristic vibe of the Green Room. 4pm-3am. thewhiskybarkl.com]. The name says it all, this place has a very firm focus on whisky, with The Roof [Sky Level, 1 First Avenue, Bandar over 400 labels from around the world to choose Utama, Petaling Jaya. Open 5pm-2am. www.theroof. from, many sitting in the back-lit cases that line com.my]. Over 50,000 square feet of dining and the walls. That list is very ably supported by a food entertainment spread over five very distinct outlets: menu that’s heavy on the steaks. They also offer sports bar Score, cigar and whisky lounge Malt an equally impressive range of 20 different types of and Leaf, high-end cocktail bar Signature, super cigar to puff on.

ZOUK KL

One of the city’s most legendary night spots, Zouk KL is on the move from its 11 year home on Jalan Ampang to take up a new residence at new lifestyle and entertainment destination TREC (Taste, Relish Experience, Celebrate). As of press time they’re still not 100% sure on the deadline for moving in, though their current lease runs out in June 2015, but they can confirm that the new Zouk will be the most expensive club ever built in Malaysia, and will comprise several clubs; a VIP bar lounge; a member's lounge; a café and a rooftop deck overlooking the . For more news on the move visit www.zoukclub. com.my and www.newzoukkl.com.

KL Q1 2015.indb 17 3/30/15 3:32 PM 18 DAY TRIPS FROM KL Quick escapes for when you feel like a break from the city.

Malacca Bukit Tabur

Batu Caves taking 3-4 hours. Do note the climb is is quite Highlands, simply hop on a shuttle or tour bus detailed pavilion made entirely of marble. In Just a short train ride from downtown KL, this challenging in places so do make sure you have from major hotels. The trip will take around one 2015, you can also visit the Skyride Festival limestone outcrop and its three main caves, proper footwear and bring plenty of water. and a half hours. www.rwgenting.com Park at Lake Putrajaya which allows visitors to containing a series of temples and Hindu get a birds eye view from the gondola of a giant shrines, is a hugely popular tourist destination. balloon. www.marinaputrajaya.com. A large statue of the Hindu god Shiva protects Just a couple of hours from KL and you can Just two hours south of KL lies the UNESCO the entrance to the caves, which are also home be enjoying the cooler climate and peaceful World Heritage city of Malacca, a town rich in Sunway Lagoon to groups of long-tailed macaque monkeys. The surroundings of this charmingly green retreat. historic and cultural sites. A port city, it has seen If you’re done with sightseeing and shopping best time of year to visit is during the Hindu fes- Located 1,524 meters above sea level, you can immigrants from China, the Netherlands and and simply want to cool off—or more tival of Thaipusum (in January) when hundreds enjoy the beautiful rolling landscape on a hike beyond during its time and this is reflected in importantly, your kids do—then your best bet of thousands of devotees flock to the site carry- through the jungle or take a guided tour of one its eclectic architecture from the European style is to head to Petaling Jaya to splash about at ing kavadis (burdens) in the form of jugs to show of the many tea plantations in the area. There St. Paul’s Church to the beautiful shop houses Sunway Lagoon [3, Jalan PJS 11/11, Bandar penance to the gods. Kuala Lumpur Tourist are also plenty of quaint converted colonial-style that can be found on and around Jongker Street Sunway, Selangor, 5639-0000]. The 80-acre Office, 2615-8188. Tourism Infoline: 1-300-88- cottages if you feel the urge to stay over. You in the heart of Chinatown. There are lots of tour water park, handily adjacent to a large shopping 5050. can get a bus from KL’s Pudu Raya bus terminal operators that will do day trips from KL or just mall (Sunway Pyramid), is a vast fun land which (2274-6063) or go on an organised trip through catch the public bus and stay overnight. consists of an amusement park, a mini zoo and Bukit Tabur a tour operator. the water park with its death-defying slides and This striking hill is part of an imposing limestone Putrajaya one of the world’s largest beaches, complete ridge that lies on the outskirts of KL in the Genting Highlands This planned city, located 25km South of KL with a 75-feet-high (man-made) volcano. Rates residential district of . It’s Located 1,800 metres above sea level, Genting was created to act as the government seat from RM120 for adults and RM90 for children incredibly popular with hikers from the capital Highlands is the place for fun whatever the for Malaysia but is also home to some notable under 11. www.sunwaylagoon.com who come for the wide range of animal, bird weather. There’s a huge indoor theme park, an attractions as well as a growing number of and plant species to be spotted, as well as for 18 hole golf course, a casino, a snowdome and a malls like the newly opened IOI City Mall (www. the dramatic vistas on offer over the neighboring host of entertainment outlets. Families can also ioicitymall.com.my). The 92 hectare Putrajaya Gombak Forest Reserve, enjoy the many music and dance performances Botanical Gardens (www.ppj.gov.my) is a serene and KL. There are a number of trails, accessed when they’re here, as well as magic shows and spot to explore various themed areas. It’s also close to the gates to the dam, with the climb ice skating extravaganzas. To get to Genting home to the Astaka Morocco, an exquisitely

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