At the base of the Twin Towers is a popular upmarket shopping mall, mostly for tourists and society’s upper class. Called Suria KLCC, the mall houses a large array of expensive fashion shops and other elite stores such as Marks and Spencer. The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra is also located inside the Towers’ base. Outside, there is a beautifully-landscaped park where visitors can conduct recreational exercise or simply stroll around the marble paths and admire the fountains and flowers. There’s also a wading pool that’s free for children to swim in.
  
  
Parliament House
 
The Parliament Building is where Malaysia’s Senate and Parliamentary Committee sit and discuss bills. Built in 1959, the building has a jagged outward appearance in contrast to its square shape, cast in a white hue. Inside, the hallway is decorated with portraits of past Sultans and Prime Ministers in an elegant setting of wood and art. Outside is a park where rare species of plants are planted and deer roam free. A visit inside requires an application letter but visitors are free to take photos outside the main entrance of the Parliament.
 
 
  
KL Tower
 
The KL Tower, or Menara Kuala Lumpur, is the world’s fifth tallest structure at 421 meters-high. A telecommunications tower, it was completed in 1995 and houses a revolving restaurant at the top. Visitors can climb Bukit Nanas to access the building and head by lift to the observatory deck on top. Here, there are built-in telescopes that they can use to zoom in on parts of the surrounding city.
 
 
Sultan Abdul Samad Building
The Sultan Abdul Samad Building was built in 1896 and named after the reigning Sultan at that time. A historically-significant building, it was used to house the Federal Court before they moved to Putrajaya. The building’s architecture reflects Moorish themes with plenty of copper dome minarets. A 40-foot clock tower rests in the middle. During National Day, it is often a backdrop for the parades that take place past Dataran Merdeka, just opposite the building. Today, it is no longer used for official purposes but is an important tourist attraction and historical landmark in KL. 
 
  
Kuala Lumpur Railway Station
 
The KL Railway Station was built in 1911 and was once the central point for Malaysia’s railway networks and service, especially for Keretapi Tanah Melayu – Malaysia’s first railway service provider. The Moorish-styled building is located along Hishamuddin Street and during its heydays, was packed with people and housed a few outlets and restaurants. Today, its role has been superseded by KL Sentral, the high-tech and modern railway station in Brickfields and remains solely as a tourist attraction.
 
 
   
  
Dataran Merdeka (Independence Square)
 
The Independence Square was originally part of the Royal Selangor Club’s cricket field but was converted into a landmark when it was used to announce Malaysia’s independence in 1957, when the Union Jack was lowered. A 95-meter flagpole, one of the highest in the world, was erected on top of a large, square marble base to commemorate the event. The field is often used for tourist and national celebrations while the Royal Selangor Club that fronts it is still in operation today.

  
National Monument
 
The National Monument in Lake Gardens, also called the Tugu Negara, was built to commemorate the service of soldiers during Malaysia’s international struggles and internal conflicts, especially during the Communist period. The monument, which consists of seven bronze statues of soldiers in various poses, each symbolizing an element of virtue, stands at around 15 meters on a marble base that is surrounded by a reflecting pool complete with fountains.
 
 
   
  
Agong’s Palace ament
 
The Istana Negara or Agong’s Palace is the official residence of Malaysia’s King, called the Agong. It is located on a sprawling 18-acre garden where there are tennis courts, a 6-hole golf course, swimming pool and a lake. Outside, at the main entrance, the Royal Guards stands erect, akin to the British Royal Guards in Buckingham Palace. Sometimes, they come on horses. Visitors can watch them change guards in a marching display daily.

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