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Batu
Caves
Located in a limestone outcropping 15 km
north of Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves is one
of the most popular tourist attractions
in Selangor.
This famous destination draws people from
all over the world during the annual Hindu
festival, Thaipusam. It consists of three
big caves, including the main temple-cave
which features ornate Hindu shrines.
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Scaling the 272 steps leading up to the
temple is one of the highlights of a visit
to Batu Caves. Nearby is the Ramayana Cave
where evocative scenes of Indian epic myths
are artistically painted along its walls.
This massive limestone hill is also a popular
spot for rock climbing.
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National
Zoo
The Zoo Negara or National Zoo is situated
13 km from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, standing
like an oasis amidst a concrete jungle. It
was officially opened to the public in 1963.
The zoo features about 400 species of Malaysian
and exotic mammals, reptiles and birds. Of
these, most are fish and bird and about a
hundred are mammals and reptiles. Its aquarium
"Tunku Abdul Rahman Aquarium" is
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It displays over 80 species of aquatic
animals, both marine and freshwater, including
invertebrates.
Numerous paths wind between wooded groves
and tree-lined enclaves where the animal
enclosures are located. Among the more exotic
exhibits are the Sumatran tiger, orang-utans,
and gibbons. All are extremely rare outside
of this part of the world.
For an opportunity to watch nocturnal animals,
visit the zoo on Saturday nights.To get
there, take a taxi or go by the Putra Line
subway. Tickets cost RM10. Please note that
all shows are subject to cancellation without
prior notice. A training session will be
held if a show is cancelled.
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Sunway
Pyramid
Sunway Pyramid is a distinctive retail landmark
located in the heart of Petaling Jaya. Since
its opening in July 1997, it is Malaysia's
first themed shopping and entertainment mall.
Its investment cost to date stands at RM 450
million with a gross built-up of 2.5 million
sq ft.
The mall's most easily recognised design
is the Egyptian-inspired Pyramid with an eye-catching
lion standing guard at the entrance. The rest
of the building is embellished in the monumental
style, complete with hieroglyphics decorating
facades, along with numerous Pharonic statuaries.
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Sunway Pyramid provides
a rich variegated merchandising mix, with
international and popular local brands.
Visitors are in for a unique shopping adventure,
all thanks to more than 350 specialty outlets.
Be spoilt for choice when you visit our
specialty outlets where you will find variety
in fashion, accessories, shoes, jewellery,
timepieces, music, videos, gifts, souvenirs,
leathers, books, pharmacies, electrical
products and a one-stop IT center.
At Sunway Pyramid, your shopping journey
takes you around the world, all at the convenience
of under one roof. Begin your excursion
with the marvels of Europe such as MNG from
Spain, Suzuya from Japan, Esprit from Hong
Kong, NAF NAF from France and The Body Shop,
Miss Selfridge, Hamster London and Topshop
from Britain. Next, stop over at the land
of freedom, USA, where you will find Calvin
Klein Jeans, Guess?, Timberland, Dockers,
Levi's, Nike, Adidas and Hush Puppies. From
the world's largest continent, Asia, the
mall dwells with prestigious brands such
as G2000, U2, and Giordano. No shopping
experience is complete without visiting
internationally renowned homegrown brands;
Royal Selangor, British India, SEED, Padini
Authentics and many more.
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