PLACES TO VISIT IN MALAYSIA.

Activities and places to visit in Malaysia.

Day 1.

1. Check out the Skyview Deck at the Kuala Lumpur Tower.
2. Eat and shop in Little India. This area is full of Indian restaurants (make sure you try some Roti here) and shops where you can purchase traditional Indian attire and jewelry.

Restaurant of the day:

• Limapulo: Baba Can Cook.

Day 2.

1. Visit the National Mosque. The area surrounding the mosque is filled with palm trees and water features and there is a lovely view of the old railway buildings across the street. The mosque is closed multiple times throughout the day for non-Muslims. On Wednesday it is open from 9 am – 12 pm, from 3 pm – 4 pm, and from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm. Entrance to the mosque is free of charge.
2. Enjoy a relaxing stroll through the Perdana Botanical Gardens
3. Jalan Alor Food Street is buzzy in the evenings and one of the best places in the city to eat Chinese and Thai food.

Restaurant of the day: 

• Bijan Bar & Restaurant.

Day 3.

Two options for a trip out of the city:

Option 1:

1. Visit the Batu Caves (remember to wear pants or a long dress or skirt because if you wear a dress you will be forced to rent or buy a cloth to cover your leg before climbing the stairs).

Option 2:

1. Take the KLIA transit (20 – 40 mins) to Putrajaya.

Things to do here:

1. Putra Mosque.
2. Walk around the Putrajaya Lake.
3. Visit the Putrajaya Botanical Garden is the biggest botanical garden in Malaysia. 
4. Perdana Putra which houses the office complex of the Prime Minister of Malaysia.

Restaurant of the day:

• Flock, W Kuala Lumpur.

Day 4.

1. Visit the Petronas Twin Towers and take some pictures. You will find some locals here charging to take your pictures, but I will recommend you reject the offer if you find someone to take your pictures. 
2. Visit Aquaria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur’s aquarium. If you buy your tickets on Klook, it is cheaper than buying at the entrance. 
3. Visit Central Market for a taste of Malaysia. It is open from 10 am to 8pm. It has over 350 shops and lots of Malaysian cuisine options.

Restaurant of the day:

 (recommended for brunch).

• VCR.

Day 5.

1. Visit the Jamek Mosque for free. It is one of the oldest mosques in Malaysia. It is open to visitors 10-4pm but avoid visiting during prayer times (12:30pm to 2:30) and be sure to dress respectfully. If you don’t have appropriate attire, you can pick up a robe or coat at the entrance.
2. Enjoy a walk around the rivers leading to the mosque and note that they sometimes have a light show here at night.
3. Walk to the bazaar near the mosque. A variety of stalls sell everything from regional food and crafts to jewelry and fabric.

Date out and new Dining experience:

• Dining In The Dark KL.

Bonus:

Must-Try Dishes In KL:

1. Nasi Lemak:
   Rice boiled in coconut milk, served with a hard-boiled egg, dried anchovy (ikan bilis), fried peanuts, different curries, and chili sauce (sambal). This is the no. 1 dish in Malaysia!
2. Satay:
   Sticks with barbecued meat (beef, chicken, or pork) roasted over charcoal, often served with fluffy rice cakes, cucumber, and raw onions.
3. Roti Canai:
   Flatbread Indian style served with curry sauce or dhal.
4. Asam Laksa:
   Rice noodles in a fish-based soup, a bit spicy and sour, with chili, ginger, pineapples, and mint.
5. Char kway teow:
   Meaning “stir-fried rice cake strips”, but is stir-fried rice noodles together with prawns, egg, cockles, and bean sprouts. It is a national favorite in Malaysia and Singapore.
6. Beef Rendang:
   Chunks of tender beef cooked in a creamy sauce of coconut milk and spices often left to boil for hours.