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Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur

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Experience a bustling cultural district at Chinatown. Originally settled by Cantonese and Hakkas drawn here because of the tin trade--and then partially destroyed during an 1870s civil war among Chinese immigrants--today the quarter retains an evocative atmosphere. Locals and tourists alike head here for the abundance of Chinese cuisine, international stores, and market stalls selling an array of trinkets, merchandise, and groceries. Haggling remains common, so make sure to give it a try if you want to secure the best possible price for what you find. Put Chinatown on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Kuala Lumpur visit app.

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By weeezoo

It's a big site for all the Chinese people as KL is a multi national country. Chinese people is one of the main nationalities in Malaysia. Chinatown has it all from food to wear. Take a look for...

It's a big site for all the Chinese people as KL is a multi national country. Chinese people is one of the main nationalities in Malaysia. Chinatown has it all from food to wear. Take a look for... more »
By Leonhkny

Kuala Lumpur's Chinatown, an expansive area around Jalan Petaling, is a vibrant place to explore. Full of busy stalls and unpretentious eateries, it is a somehow touristy attraction. While visitors...

Kuala Lumpur's Chinatown, an expansive area around Jalan Petaling, is a vibrant place to explore. Full of busy stalls and unpretentious eateries, it is a somehow touristy attraction. While visitors... more »

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