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Petaling Street

Petaling Street is a very popular marketplace located in Kuala Lumpur. The pedestrian only street is in the center of Chinatown and is a must go destination for all tourists. Shopping in this market is a great experience because you will enjoy the sounds, the smells, the energy, the sights and its traditional Chinese atmosphere. It is always full of buyers and sellers getting in and out day and night. The street gets even busier in the evening when the atmosphere is at its best. And safety is always assured for all shoppers as security is always prioritized.

Clothes, shoes, watches, electronic items and souvenirs are among the many products sold in Petaling Street. There are also stalls that sell imitation products from famous (designer) brands. Everything goes at a pocket friendly price. Shopping along the street is open for bargaining and this makes it even more interesting. This also makes Petaling Street market a good place for you to buy gifts for your loved ones.

Petaling Street is an all-weather shopping area as it is covered with green awnings that protect people from rain and sun. Because of this green roof, this street is sometimes referred to as the green dragon. The breathtaking market also has restaurants all along where you can get delicious meals at a cheap price. There are also several places where you can grab an ice cold beer.

The best way to get to Petaling Street via public transport is to take the LRT to Pasar Seni station or Plaza Rakyat station.

Location: Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Kuala Lumpur

Perfect destination for: Foodies paradise, enjoying sightseeing the diverse local cultures, shopping in mega malls and markets.

Location: Kuala Lumpur lies in Malaysia, which is next to Thailand and Singapore.

Nearby: It can be fun to visit the Batu Caves. Or rent a car and explore the cities nearby Kuala Lumpur.

Where to stay: We made a list of the best hotels in Kuala Lumpur.

Currency: The Malaysian Ringgit.

Climate: The temperature is always a comfy 27 degrees celsius (81°F) on average throughout the entire year!

Famous for: It’s a very diverse society with fantastic temples of multiple religions. Monkeys and elephants. Tasty East Asian food. Beautiful parks, rainforests and highlands.