It’s time to start dreaming of your next family trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with us.
Making and flying paper kites has been an important cultural tradition in Malaysia for many centuries. In fact, the art of making the “Wau,” a traditional Malaysian kite, is recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Today, many Malaysians fly kites during annual festivals, and visitors can buy their own at any number of stores in the city. © Rene Drouyer | Dreamstime.com
Situated just north of Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves is home to many Hindu temples, the most popular of which is dedicated to the Hindu deity Murugan, which features one of the largest Murugan statues in the world. Many flock to the temple during the Tamil Hindu festival of Thaipusam. © Stelya | Dreamstime.com
Kuala Lumpur is a bustling city year-round and the sixth-most-visited city in the world. From shopping districts to National Palace to museums and galleries to year-round festivals, there’s never a quiet moment in the capital city. Kids especially love KL Butterfly Park, KL Bird Park and National Science Centre. © Sean Pavone | Dreamstime.com
Despite its size, getting around the city is easy for travelers thanks to various commuter rail services, including KL Monorail Line, which connects the inner city to different neighborhoods. Traveling by monorail is also a great way to see the city from a different perspective. © John Doe | Dreamstime.com
You’ve heard of Little Italy in San Diego and Little Chinatown in New York City, but how about Little India? Located in the Brickfields district of Kuala Lumpur, this area features a vibrant series of textile ships, restaurants, jewelry stores, upscale cocktail bars and even a Buddhist Maha Vihara temple with a bodhi tree and domed pagoda. © Guillohmz | Dreamstime.com
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