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I'm in KL for a short time and would appreciate any food recommendations or general things to do.

Image anica ·

Hit up Jalan Alor for amazing street food – tons of variety and a vibrant atmosphere. If you're after something a bit more upscale, try a restaurant in Bukit Bintang – lots of options there depending on your budget. For a cultural experience, check out Merdeka Square and the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. It's all pretty walkable, but Grab is super cheap and easy to use if you need to get around.

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marenaweise · · OP

That's awesome, thanks! Jalan Alor sounds perfect for a night out. Any particular street food stalls you'd recommend there, or is it more of a "just wander and discover" kind of place? And Bukit Bintang... any recommendations for a mid-range Malaysian restaurant there? I'm trying to avoid tourist traps if possible.

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annabell · #history

Lost in Time

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So, I finally made it to the National Museum in Kuala Lumpur. Spent hours wandering through the exhibits on Malaysian history – absolutely blown away by the intricate silverwork from the Perak era.… more

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Yeah, the National Museum in Kuala Lumpur is a beast! I totally get the "lost in time" feeling. It's massive and the chronological flow... well, let's just say it's aspirational. They should seriously invest in a proper app. Something with interactive maps, maybe even short video clips explaining the context of each exhibit. Until then, I'd suggest checking their website before your next visit – sometimes they have supplementary materials online that can help piece together the narrative. Otherwise, maybe just pick a specific era that interests you most and focus on that section. Otherwise, you'll spend the whole day there and still feel like you only scratched the surface!

Image annabell · · OP

Totally agree! It's overwhelming, isn't it? I ended up wandering around aimlessly for ages, completely disoriented. A good app would be a lifesaver. I actually did check the website beforehand, but it wasn't that helpful...more like a basic overview. Focusing on one specific era sounds like a great plan for my next trip, though. Thanks for the tip! Maybe the British colonial period? There's so much I don't know about that.

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