# Petronas Twin Towers 8 
With a total height of 452 m (1,483 ft., observation deck at 370 m) the Petronas Twin Towers were the tallest buildings in the world from 1998 until 2004 and remain the tallest twin towers in the world.
While the two iconic towers, which are linked by a walkable bridge on levels 41 and 42, are impressive by day, at night they are just spectacular.
Skyscraper Total Height: 452 m | Observation Deck Height: 370 m | Completed: 1998
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# Batu Caves 6 
Renowned for its 42.7 m (140 ft) golden statue of Murugan, a Hindu deity, and 272 steps to reach the top, Batu Caves is a limestone hill that has a series of caves and Hindu cave temples.
The famous complex is located about 15 km north of the city center of Kuala Lumpur.
Hindu Cave Temple Distance from Central Kuala Lumpur: 15 km
# Perdana Botanical Gardens with KL Bird Park 6
The beautiful Lake Gardens, known officially as Perdana Botanical Gardens, were laid out in 1888.
Covering two hundred acres (0.8 km2) these gardens feature the excellent KL Bird Park (6) with exotic Malaysian birds and monkeys, KL Butterfly Park (5), an Orchid Garden (4) as well as boating lakes, pavilions, sculpture gardens.
Botanical Garden Area: 226 acres / 91 hectares | Opened: 1888
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# Menara KL Tower 6
Opened in 1996, this dome-topped, needle-like communications tower stands at 421 m (1,381 ft) tall offering a wonderful 360-degree view of Kuala Lumpur – the best in Kuala Lumpur – from an interior observation deck at 276 m and especially from the spectacular open deck at 300 m.
Menara KL Tower is the seventh-tallest freestanding tower in the world.
Observation Tower Total Height: 421 m | Observation Deck Height: 335 m | Completed: 1996
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# Bukit Bintang 6
Kuala Lumpur's primary entertainment and shopping district is full of trendy shopping centers (Pavilion KL Shopping Mall [upscale], Suria KLCC [upscale], Berjaya Times Square), vibrant nightclubs, stylish restaurants as well as the famous street food street Jalan Alor.
City District Shopping and Entertainment
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# Thean Hou Temple 5 
This beautiful six-tiered Chinese temple is dedicated to the goddess Tian Hou (The Heavenly Mother).
Chinese Temple Completed: 1989
# Central Market 5
Housed in an iconic Art Deco building, this famous market features batik, embroidery carvings, souvenirs, and sculptures. Located alongside the main building is a pedestrianized and covered walkway.
Market Built: 1928
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# Chinatown (with Petaling Street) 5
Located around the pedestrianized Petaling Street, this colorful and lively shopping area is well-known for bargain hunting and delicious Chinese food.
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# Islamic Arts Museum 5
Spread over two floors in a blue-domed modern building, the Islamic Arts Museum displays an interesting collection of Islamic painting, sculpture, jewelry, carpets, ceramics, scale models of famous mosques, and religious manuscripts.
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# Merdeka Square 5
Surrounded by colonial heritage buildings, it was on this huge open square Malaysia's independence was declared in 1957.
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#11 | KLCC Park and Lake Symphony 5
KLCC Park, a 50-acre urban oasis in Kuala Lumpur, offers recreational facilities and daily fountain shows amid diverse greenery.
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#12 | National Mosque (Masjid Negara) 5
Masjid Negara's modernist architecture includes a star-shaped dome, a 73-meter minaret, and tiles symbolizing peace, reflecting Malaysia's states and Islamic principles.
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Putrayaya 6 
Putrajaya, Malaysia's federal administrative center, features impressive government buildings, bridges, and parks, showcasing a blend of Islamic and contemporary styles.
Notable landmarks include the Putra Mosque, which stands out with its pink-domed structure and stunning interior.
City Distance from Kuala Lumpur: 42 km
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Genting Highlands 5
Genting Highlands, a renowned hill resort, offers a cool mountain escape with diverse attractions, entertainment options, and easy accessibility, making it a popular year-round destination.
Hill resort Distance from Kuala Lumpur: 55 km
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