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Kuala Lumpur - September 2006 (Part I) |
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Kuala Lumpur is a great value, has excellent food, and some of the most honest, friendly, and hard-working people I've ever met. We could learn a lot from this moderate Muslim country. I came to visit an old friend who acted as my guide and translator. This was my third trip to Malaysia. |
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The Petronas Towers rule the skyline and are a symbol of Malaysian national pride. |
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The National Mosque is equally impressive. I visited during Ramadan and witnessed thousands of people praying--from across the street. No tourists are allowed inside during the holy month. |
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The old train station is right across the street from the National Mosque. It's architecture is a mix of European and indigenous forms. |
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Petaling Street (formerly known as Chinatown) is where you go when you want good food and knock-offs. I always visit this satay hawker's stand when I visit. |
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Jalan Alor is adjacent to the high-end shopping on Jalan Bukit Bintang. Inexpensive restaurants line the streets and its another great place to eat. |
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A sampling of foods: Thai fried rice, Tom Yam soup, Hokkien Mee (thick noodles), and Dried Chili Prawns. |
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Do you smell that? This is a durien stand. The spiked fruit is banned in most hotels. Eating a durien is an interesting sensation: your tongue enjoys the taste, but your nose is trying to make you vomit, simultaneously |
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The KL Tower looms in the background of this ghetto. Like any growing city, there are run-down areas. |
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