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Historical tour at Kuala Lumpur

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Duration: 4 hours
Languages: English and Chinese (Mandarin)
Guru: Chris
Registered on 26 March 2025
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A Malaysia Chinese who love history, travel and cycling.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

I will walk you through the humble beginnings of Kuala Lumpur, capital city of Malaysia. She started as a mining town and transformed into an agricultural centre, eventually becoming a financial and services hub over time.

During the four-hour walk, you will enjoy the heritage zone, Central Business District, administrative area, and local residential areas, which are rich in Malay, Indian, and Chinese cultural heritage and delicacies.
Places of interest such as 
- Independent Square - this is where the British Colonial started, as well as symbolic places where this country gained independence 
- Petaling Street - Chinese community with nice local delicacies  
- Bukit Bintang - Central business district with iconic Petronas Twin Towers 
- Administration district - Where government offices, parks and memorials  
- Little India - Places where rich with Indian culture, buildings, temples, and food.
- Malay village - Local wet market, traditional Malay houses, and delicacies such as Nasi Lemak.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Punto de encuentro
I will be wearing blue batik, standing at the KM0 mark of the independent square.
1
Outside visit
Sultan Abdul Samad Building
2
Outside visit
Petaling Street Street Art
3
Outside visit
Brickfields
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 2 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Historical tour at Kuala Lumpur
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