The Petronas Towers An Outstanding Architectural Marvel
The Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur is an outstanding architectural marvel and excels as the World’s tallest twin building. At the time of its inauguration it was the world’s tallest building with 88- floor towers and unique Islamic art giving it a distinct local flair. Elegantly set against the trendy Kuala Lumpur City the towers are considered as an iconic landmark symbolizing Malaysia’s great transformation.
The design of the towers was based on a blend of art, science and nature. This is signified by the inclusion of the Science Discovery Center, Symphonic Concert Hall and the Suria KLCC Mall. The Dewan Filharmonik Petronas is located at the podium in the towers and is recognized as one of the most acoustically sound concert halls in the world. Home to the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, the hall is renowned for classical music performances. Petrosains, the Petroleum Discovery Center is a modern science center with interactive sessions and elaborate displays creating a fun filled experience. Considered by Malaysians as the most hip shopping mall, the Suria KLCC is a massive establishment with six levels of retail outlets and this crescent shaped shopping mall is also home to 270 specialty stores, cinemas and restaurants.
The skybridge constructed between the towers 41st and 42nd floors is a unique feature at Petronas Towers. The bridge is 170m above the ground, thus is ranked as the highest 2-story bridge in the world. Outside the Towers is the KLCC Park which contains an illuminated fountain, jogging paths, wading pools and a children’s playground.
Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle, the city’s main shopping and business district, Bintang walk and the modern Pavilion Complex are other attractions that can be explored, many of them located in the vicinity of Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur which is a leading luxury hotel in Kuala Lumpur. With amazing range of facilities and courteous hospitality, many Kuala Lumpur hotels are located close to many attractions including the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, National Planetarium, AP Art Gallery, Gallery at Star Hill, National Monument, Merdeka Square and Malaysia Islamic Center.
The epicenter of Kuala Lumpur’s fashion
One and a half million square feet of pure shopping. It would undoubtedly tempt any tourist in Malaysia to visit the Suria KLCC shopping complex which is located at the base of the Petronas Towers in the Kuala Lumpur City Centre. The gargantuan shopping mall sprawls over 6 floors notable tenants such as Louis Vuitton, Isetan, Parkson Grand, Tanjong Golden Village, Signatures Food Court and Marks and Spencer. The shopping mall has now become the epicenter of fashion in Kuala Lumpur because of the presence of these world renowned fashion brands.
Suria in native Malaysian means Sunshine. This shopping mall that was opened in the year 1999 has kept the sun shining on the holidays of many shop-a-holic tourists. Suria KLCC mostly houses luxury and fashion shops, as well as cafes, restaurants, a 12 screen cinema, a concert hall which houses Kuala Lumpur’s Symphony orchestra, an art gallery, and a Science Discovery Centre.
The shopping mall is arguably the most glamorous that can be found in Malaysia and just because of it’s location, it is a state of the art modern complex that exudes the cool, clean lines of modern architecture. The whole complex is illuminated with bright lighting and also has some famous Japaneese department stores known as Isetan and Kinokuniya.
A striking feature of the mall is its 50 acre tropical green oasis. A feature of the KLCC Park is it’s lake symphony that comprises of two water fountains it is programmed to provide 150 magical dramatic animations.
A 5-star Kuala Lumpur Hotel that offers easy access to Suria KLCC shopping mall is Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur. The shopping mall is located 2 kilometers north east of the hotel. It is a luxury hotel in KL that offers luxury amenities to its guests.
