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Menara Kuala Lumpur
Majestically poised at a breathtaking height of 421 metres, the
tower doubles as Kuala Lumpur's best known ambassador.
Menara Kuala Lumpur was completed in May 1996 and was opened to
the public on 23 July 1996. It was officially launched on 1 October
1996, by Y. A. Bhg Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, former Prime Minister
of Malaysia.
Surrounding the tower is the Bukit Nanas Forest Recreational Park,
an area of 11.05 hectares located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur City.
It poses as the oldest gazetted forest reserve in the country.
 
The natural surroundings of Bukit Nanas were cared for during the
construction of Menara Kuala Lumpur to ensure balance in development
and conservation of the environment.
 Standing boldly atop Bukit Nanas, Menara Kuala Lumpur is the fourth
tallest telecommunication tower in the world, after CN Tower in
Canada (553 metres), Ostankino Tower in Russia (540 metres) and
Shanghai Tower in China (468 metres).
Built to improve the quality of telecommunication and broadcasting
transmission, Menara Kuala Lumpur stands proudly as the symbol of
Kuala Lumpur, the 'Garden City of Lights'.
Discover dome shape arches decorated with galss that illuminates
like giant diamonds arranged according to the traditional Islamic
'Muqarnas'.
This design from Esfahan, Iran forms larger brusque patterns at
the bottom to symbolise the seven layers of the sky. The 'Muqarnas'
can be seen at the lobby entrance, lift lobby and soffit of the
tower head.
The Attractions:
- Observation Deck
Spectacular views at 276 metres above ground level with a multi
language audio guide of Kuala Lumpur's city skyline.
- Seri Angkasa Revolving Restaurant
Dine up in the clouds. Enjoying chic dining with breathtaking
views of the city in Malaysia's tallest revolving restaurant.
- Mega View Banquet Deck
Mega View Banquet Deck is an exclusive venue to hold your private
functions with absolute privacy.
- Shopping
Souvenir shops, cafes, restaurants along with a photo shop and
convenience shop provide visitors with peace-of-mind shopping.
- Tower Terrace
Relax to the sounds of a cascading pool, the breeze whispering
through the trees and mist fans cooling you down.
There's also an open-air amphitheatre for various events, cultural
and musical shows. You'll also find a mini-theatre where visitors
can watch a video presentation on the construction of Menara Kuala
Lumpur.
Menara Kuala Lumpur has a lot to offer, from breathtaking views
to top-class facilities, activities and events. It definitely has
the right ingredients to please everyone. Come see what life's like
at the top. Come and touch the sky!
Open: Daily from 10am - 10pm
For More Information go to KL Tower website
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