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Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikivoyage or other free sources online. Kuala Lumpur KL to its friends is more than just a capital city: it is a monument to Malaysian ingenuity and determination. Over the years, KL has faced its share of challenges but nothing has succeeded in suppressing the determination of locals to make KL, and Malaysia, a leader among Asian tiger economies. The most striking thing about KL from a visitor s perspective is its remarkable cultural diversity. Ethnic Malays, Chinese prospectors, Indian migrants and British colonials all helped carve the city out of the virgin jungle, and each group has left its indelible mark on the capital. Eating, shopping and nightlife are undeniable highlights of any visit to KL, but don t restrict yourself to the city there are numerous parks and monuments dotted around KL that make easy day trips for a break from the hustle and bustle. This book offers information on Kuala Lumpur and its most notable places.

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