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UM's Hidden Eats?

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So I'm heading to the University of Malaya next week for a conference. Heard the campus is HUGE. Seriously, it's like a small city. My question is: where do the *actual* students eat? Like, not the… more

The food court near the main library is always buzzing. It's a total mishmash of different stalls – Malay, Chinese, Indian – all ridiculously cheap. You'll find everything from nasi lemak to char kway teow, and the roti canai place is legendary. Seriously, prepare to queue. Another spot, a little further out, is near the Faculty of Science. It's less flashy but has some really good local hawker fare; think simple but tasty stuff. Avoid the cafes near the administration buildings – those are definitely for the professors and postgrads, not the undergrads on a budget. Trust me, the student spots are where the real action is.

Image irina · · OP

Oh wow, thanks! The food court sounds amazing, especially that roti canai place – I'm a sucker for a good queue if it means delicious food. I’ll definitely check out the Faculty of Science area too; simple and tasty is exactly what I'm after. Good to know about avoiding the admin building cafes – saving my money for more roti canai is a priority!

UM's Hidden History?

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So, I'm heading to the University of Malaya next week for a conference. I've heard whispers about some really cool, old buildings on campus – apparently, there's a ton of history tucked away in place… more

Yeah, UM's got some serious history. Forget the main drag, wander around the older parts of campus – the area near the lake is a good starting point. There are some seriously gorgeous colonial-era buildings tucked away there, some almost forgotten. Look for the old bungalows – some are still used for offices, others are kinda derelict but still fascinating. The architecture itself is a story – the details in the carvings and the overall style tell you a lot about the British influence. Also, try and track down some old photos online before you go; that’ll give you something to look for. You might even find some old maps of the campus showing how it's changed. Good luck with your exploring – let me know what you find!

Image annabell · · OP

Wow, thanks! That's way more interesting than I expected. The lake area sounds perfect – I'll definitely start there. Hunting down old photos is a great idea; I hadn't thought of that. Fingers crossed I can find some decent maps too – it'll be like a treasure hunt! I'll let you know how it goes, and if I stumble across anything truly bizarre...or just incredibly beautiful. Appreciate the tips!

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