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Kuala Lumpur 'unique within Asia'
17 Mar 2010
Travellers planning to visit Asia in the future have been encouraged to see the city of Kuala Lumpur for a unique experience.
Abdul Rauf Abu Hassan, UK and Ireland director of Tourism Malaysia, described the city as 'the cultural heartland of peninsular Malaysia'.
'No other Asian destination can offer such a diverse heritage and unique culture as Kuala Lumpur,' he commented.
'The city is Asia in a nutshell, with Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous influences. The result is an exciting melting pot of numerous religions and varied cuisines, with a flourishing arts scene.'
Mr Hassan encouraged visitors to see some of the city's architecture, which he described as 'second to none, with 19th century museums rubbing shoulders with space-age skyscrapers'.
The Tourism Malaysia spokesman also highlighted the affordability of travelling to the destination, describing Malaysia Airlines' flights to Kuala Lumpur as 'excellent value for money'.
Attractions in the city include the Islamic Arts Museum, the Lake Gardens and Central Market.
Opodo cheap flights, hotels and car hire - let the journey begin!
Abdul Rauf Abu Hassan, UK and Ireland director of Tourism Malaysia, described the city as 'the cultural heartland of peninsular Malaysia'.
'No other Asian destination can offer such a diverse heritage and unique culture as Kuala Lumpur,' he commented.
'The city is Asia in a nutshell, with Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous influences. The result is an exciting melting pot of numerous religions and varied cuisines, with a flourishing arts scene.'
Mr Hassan encouraged visitors to see some of the city's architecture, which he described as 'second to none, with 19th century museums rubbing shoulders with space-age skyscrapers'.
The Tourism Malaysia spokesman also highlighted the affordability of travelling to the destination, describing Malaysia Airlines' flights to Kuala Lumpur as 'excellent value for money'.
Attractions in the city include the Islamic Arts Museum, the Lake Gardens and Central Market.
Opodo cheap flights, hotels and car hire - let the journey begin!
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