Picture story & Insight of visit to Penang Island,Langkawi & Kuala lumpur in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur being the capital city of Malaysia.The three cities are very different but the energy and vibrance of all places are amazing.There is very good mix of Chinese,Indian and Malaysian population in Malaysia.The infrastructure in KL is similar to any big city.Malaysia is one of the place you can consider for your retirement.The people are very friendly and radiate energy.English is widely spoken.


Petronas Tower which once was the tallest tower in the world and then the tallest twin tower in the world is in the city down town.The tower can easily seen from distance.


The Fountain Show Near PetroNas Tower
-Kuala Lumpur






















There are lot of different cuisines available including Indian,Arab,Local Malaysian ,Chinese etc.
Kuala Lumpur is truly a cosmopolitan city.
Arab man Selling Middle Eastern Street food.






The Malaysia Version of pappa Roti.
Japanese Cusine




Arab Street Food-Shawarma



Korean Juice

















Apart from the tower there are other major attractions in the city including Batu Caves,

Batu Caves is a limestone hill that has a series of caves and cave temples in Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia.You need to climb almost 300+ steps to reach the cave.

Penang Island- The best way to explore is to take rent a car from the airport if you can drive.Although Taxi are available, but it is very convenient if you can drive.
There is Uber like service called Grab available.It is advisable to take a local SIM card with Data which makes it very easy to travel inside Malaysia,                                                                                                                                                                              
                                Serene beaches in batu firrangi area
Batu Firrangi area is 30 minutes drive from George town,the beaches are serene and breath taking experience.Lot of dining venues are available in the area.Lot of recreational activities are available including jet sky,parasailing etc.


Sandy beaches of Batu Firrangi area.
 
Beautiful paintings on the building
A must for travel photographers to visit.This part of the town is filled with colorful buildings and British type of old colonial architecture with most of the buildings beautifully painted.I was definitely in love with the old part of the town.

 
It is a must visit place which has a multi cultured charming attraction to it with the laid back although very vibrant charm to it.



The place has both European and asian influences.Few years back this part of the city is awarded as UNESCO Heritage status





 Penang Hill-The travel to penang hill which is kind of resort is via train.It is 6km from the Center of George town.Train which is built is an engineering marvel as it elevates a height of almost 800+ Meter.The place was once a British hill station.
The atmosphere is very cool and fresh air is guaranteed,



Penang Hill-The full view of Penang Island can be viewed.

The famous Chinese ice cream available at the hill mixed with very tasty Malaysian fruits.



The streets in penang are filled with street food.It is food paradise to visit the packed streets filled with different south Asian flavors.
Grilled Chicken wings
Rice is the staple for the region


Langkawi island is connected by airplane and has good connectivity with major cities like Penang and KL in Malaysia.There are almost 90+ island and you can do island hopping tour.The famous places to visit are the langkawi cable car--which is a 15 minute ride to mount mat cincang.The elevation is almost 700+ meter after reaching you can enjoy the breath taking cool breeze view of the city.
White Sandy Beaches

Swimming pool with Sea view







Oriental Village

Seven Wells waterfall which is named after 7 natural pools formed at different levels and flows in the second highest mountain in lagkawi. It is an amazing experience to climb the on the mountain through the forest and reach this place.Swimming in the waterfall is an amazing experience.The place is famous place for hiking and swimming,there almost 700+ step stairs to climb and reach this place.
The entry to this place is free.


Stairs to Seven Wells

Seven Wells


Langkawi also has night markets where you can fetch street food ,this market is like a country bazaar.
You can find local village stuff,watches,caps,frsh juices,fruits etc.To enjoy the local flavors a visit to the night market is essential.


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