Home to a number of historic architectural sites, the Malaysian capital is one of the most
fascinating tourist destinations in Asia that provides the traveller plenty of opportunities to
marvel at its man-made wonders. In recent times however, Kuala Lumpur has been able to add several
modern structures to its skyline, which have in turn given the city a modern feel. Instead of
shadowing that which is culturally valuable, it has accentuated the prominence of the relatively
old structures in the city. While most cities in Malaysia have undergone similar transformation,
Kuala Lumpur has garnered a considerable amount of global attention for its achievements in this
regard.
World famous as one of the tallest standing twin towers in the world, the Petronas Twin
Towers is an 88-storey building, which was built at a total cost of approximately $1.6 billion.
This magnificent addition to Kuala Lumpur’s skyline was completed in 1998 under the watchful eye of
masterful architect, Cesar Pelli. First-time visitors planning on touring the city will find that
the site is one of the most iconic landmarks that demands attention. Built for commercial use, the
Petronas Twin Towers is officially owned by Petronas while selected sections and floors of the
building are leased out for the use of other companies such as Accenture, Al Jazeera English,
Microsoft, IBM and Huawei Technologies. Connecting the two structures quite elegantly, the
Skybridge affords spectacular views of the city below. KLCC Park, located at the foot of the towers
is an ideal place to relax and wind down after an absorbing sightseeing tour.
Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur, located in the heart of the city also contributes to the
aesthetic beauty of the futuristic city skyline. This Kuala Lumpur five star hotel offers much more
than just convenient accommodation for its guests, ensuring a pleasurable holiday.